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Friday 03 September 2010 “Communication – Cooperation – Collaboration” Volume 5, Number 06
The Coalition, Inc.
Board of Directors
Gary R. Adams
(President/CEO), John
E. Churchville
(Treasurer),
Members:
Josephine Blow, Stanley
Daniels, Edwin
Desamour, Nijah
Famous, Kendall Hayes-
Fullard, Tom ‘Bunny’
Henry, Abdul Malik
Raheem
Table of content
For Our Children … 02
This Week … 05
Employment and
Training Opportunities
… 09
Health Matters …10
Green Piece … 16
Personal and Home
Security …19
Grants, Scholarships &
Instruction… 20
SpotLight … 27
Arts for Awareness …
30
Coming Up …31
Computers and
Technology … 35
A Hand Up … 36
On The Airways … 40
Greetings Coalition Family!
To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and
the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and
endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty, to find the
best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child,
a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life
has breathed easier because you have lived. That is to have
succeeded...Ralph Waldo Emerson
A tip of the proverbial hat to all the unsung, unrecognized and often
underappreciated volunteers who only want to make life better for
themselves and others.
Help reduce organizational paranoia, share ideas and solutions,
“Communicate… Cooperate… Collaborate” We each hold a piece to
the puzzle.
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FOR OUR CHILDREN
“It is easier to build children than it is to repair men.”…Frederick Douglass
HOUSE OF UMOJA, INC. LEADS 2010 NATIONAL MILLION
FATHER MARCH IN CITY OF PHILADELPHIA UNDER THEME
“VIOLENCE FREE SCHOOLS”
On Tuesday, 7 September 2010 – the first day of the 2010-2011 academic
year for the School District of Philadelphia -- Fathers throughout the City
of Philadelphia will participate in the
2010 National Million Father March
by escorting their children to school. The House of Umoja, Inc.
(www.houseofumoja.org) is organizing and leading the 2010 National
Million Father March under the theme “Violence Free Schools”
throughout the City of Philadelphia. The City of Philadelphia is one of
approximately 600 American cities participating in the 2010 National
Million Fathers March which is facilitated by Phillip Jackson, its creator,
and the Founder and Executive Director of the Chicago, Illinois-based
Black Star Project (www.blackstarproject.org).
“The theme for the 2010 National Million Fathers March in the City of
Philadelphia is ‘Violence Free Schools’.
We are asking all Fathers in every neighborhood throughout the City of
Philadelphia to escort their children to school on
Tuesday, 7 September 2010;
to pick up a copy of their child’s academic roster and the Academic
Calendar of Events from their child’s school; and to encourage their child
to commit to nonviolence by signing the Imani Pledge™. We would like
Fathers to meet the principal and teachers of their child’s school. We are
calling on Fatherhood Practitioners, social entrepreneurs, male parenting
organizations, faith-based organizations, religious institutions, businesses,
legislators, grassroots community organizations, health care professionals
and providers, social services professionals and providers, and concerned
citizens throughout the City of Philadelphia to encourage Fathers to
participate in the 2010 National Million Father March; help to move our
children to commit to nonviolence; and provide incentives for our
children to excel academically. We all have a vested interest in making
sure that our schools are free of violence and placing our children on a
path that will help them become productive and successful adults,”
explained
Mr. David Fattah, the Coordinator for the 2010 National Million Father
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March in the City of Philadelphia.
In an op-ed article entitled, Fathers ‘March’ To Bring Peace To Our
Schools, published in the 10 August 2010 edition of
The Philadelphia Tribune (page 10-A) and authored by
Philip Jackson, the creator of the National Million Father March and
Founder and Executive Director of the Black Star Project, points to the
National Million Father March as the solution to youth violence in
America.
“Instead of relying on police and further criminalizing our children, our
solution to youth violence in America is the Million Father March, which
means involving a multitude of fathers in the continuing educational and
social development of their children. Our youth need male role models
and fathers to provide guidance and supportive discipline, and our
marching fathers can provide this and do what the police have not done
and cannot do – bring peace to schools and communities across America.
Last year, U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan helped lead more
than 625,000 fathers and other men in 500 cities in taking children back to
school on the first day during our 2009 Million Father March. This year,
more than 800,000 men in 600 cities will be taking their children to
school on the first day for the 2010 Million Father March,” Mr. Jackson
wrote.
In addition to organizing citywide participation in the 2010 National
Million Fathers March on
Tuesday, 7 September 2010,
the House of Umoja, Inc.
will conduct a march from its office at
5625 West Master Street
to the
Guion S. Bluford Elementary School
located at
5801 Media Street.
Men are being asked to gather
beginning at 7:00 A.M. at the House of Umoja, Inc.
on Tuesday, 7 September 2010
for a light breakfast before marching to the
Guion S. Bluford Elementary School
in observance of the 2010 National Million Father March.
Individuals and organizations interested in supporting and participating in
the 2010 National Million Father March in the City of Philadelphia should
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"Be like a postage stamp.
Stick to one thing until you
get there." - Josh Billings
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favorite relevant
quote, why not
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readers. send to
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contact Mr. David Fattah at (215) 473-5893 or send an e-mail to:
falakafattah@aol.com and are cordially invited to attend Planning
Meetings for the 2010 National Million Father March which will occur on
Saturdays beginning at 3:00 P.M. at
5625 West Master Street,
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
through Saturday, 4 September 2010.
For further information about the House of Umoja, Inc., visit the
organization’s website at www.houseofumoja.org or call the organization
at (215) 473-5893.
For further information about the 2010 National Million Father March,
visit the website of the Black Star Project at www.blackstarproject.org or
send an e-mail to: blackstar1000@ameritech.net.
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Cap4Kids
Grieving is a natural human process that comes after a loss. When there is
loss of a loved one for a child, grieving can disrupt their quality of life
and cause problems in school, home and in their relationships.
On the www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia website, there are several
resources for grieving children on the Mental Health Handout
(http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/parent_handouts/mental_health.ht
ml). Please become familiar with these valuable resources. Also, attached
is information about a Fall Conference through the Center for Grieving
Children, Teens and Families entitled
“Helping Traumatically Bereaved Youth
and the Practitioners who Assist Them”
~ ~ ~
Teen pregnancy is a major issue that many of our communities face.
Here are the facts:
The U.S. has the highest teen pregnancy rate in the industrialized world –
twice as high as in England or Canada.
2006 saw the first rise in the U.S. teen pregnancy rate in 15 years.
An estimated 750,000 teens will become pregnant this year.
• About 1 in 3 women become pregnant at least once before they're
20.
• A sexually active teen girl who does not use contraceptives has a
90% chance of becoming pregnant within a year.
• It affects education - only a third of teen mothers earn their high
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He who conquers others is
strong; He who conquers
himself is mighty. - Lao Tzu
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school diploma. And only 1.5% has a college degree by age 30.
• It also affects their kids - girls born to teen mothers are more likely
to be teen mothers themselves. Boys born to teen moms are more
likely to end up in prison.
• 75% of girls and over half of boys report that girls who have sex do
so because their boyfriends want them to.
• 8 in 10 girls and 6 in 10 boys say they wish they had waited until
they were older to have sex.
Most teens (6 in 10) and adults (3 in 4) believe
that teen boys often receive the message
that they are “expected to have sex.”
Diapers are expensive, but it's nothing compared to the $9 billion that teen
pregnancy costs the United States each year. This includes increased
spending in child welfare costs and public sector health care.
To address these issues, on the www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia
website, under Pregnancy and Infant Resources,
there is a section on Teen Pregnancy resources
including the ELECT Teen CPC centers with a newly posted referral
sheet, fact sheet (see attached), and Middle Years and MARS programs.
http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/parent_handouts/pregnancy_resour
ces_and_infants.html
Please become familiar with these resources and
refer families and teens in need.
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Help For Parents With School-Age Children
Are you a parent, relative, or health care professional with any of the
following scenarios?
* Not too sure how to register child for Kindergarten or Head Start.
* Trying to decide on what type of school best fits a child's needs. Public
or Charter or Magnet or Catholic?
* Want to get a child motivate and focused on college.
* Want to get child back in school after taking a leave, but don't know
what options there are for out-of-school youth.
* Child being bullied in school and don't know what to do.
* Child not doing well in school and may have a learning difference.
On the www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia website, under the Education
parent handout
http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/parent_handouts/education.html
and the Resource tab
http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/resources.html there are resources
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"You don't have to be a
'person of influence' to be
influential. In fact, the most
influential people in my life
are probably not even
aware of the things they've
taught me." …Scott Adams
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in the community to help advocates for children find help for their child's
educational needs. Please become familiar with the listed resources and
continue to bridge the gap between families in need and the agencies and
resources that serve them.
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Black College Tours 2010 (40+)
http://blackexcel.org/black-college-tours-2010.html
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PhillyGoes2College
With a little over 50% of our kids graduating high school on time
and only 18% graduating college, we MUST all work on this issue
together for the future of our city.
The Mayor's office recently created an office called "PhillyGoes2College"
that will start working to improve these statistics
(http://www.philly.com/inquirer/home_top_stories/20100104_Nutter_to_f
ocus_on_increasing_college_admissions.html), and on the
www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia website, under the Education Handout,
you will find multiple sources for children, families and child advocates
to help, from an early age, on the road to educational success
(http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/parent_handouts/education.html).
Here you will find listings for various school choices, timelines, and
resources for out-of-school youth, and college prep and college admission
tools.
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Earn Free Trip to Egypt for Black Kids and Adults
The African Heritage Institute (also known as the D'zert Club) is
sponsoring a 2-year African History Program that, once completed, the
participants earn an all expense paid trip to Egypt. This program is
for Black kids from ages 7-14 and adults over the age of 21.
See the success stories of students that
completed the program and have gone to Egypt. They are amazing.
Students
grades went up in school, lateness and absences decreased and there was
a remarkable increase in the students respect for their elders. One
brother who attended was able to get a full 4-year scholarship to school
as a result of being a part of the program.
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Leaders instill in their
people a hope for success
and a belief in themselves.
Positive leaders empower
people to accomplish their
goals.
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Get all of the details at
www.BlackBusinessNetwork.com/theone
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The Food stamp program under the new stimulus package is now
called the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program).
Did you know?
Eligibility for SNAP benefits changed so many more families in food
insecure households are now eligible.
On the www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia website, under the Food and
Nutrition parent handout, you will find several organizations who can
help families find out if they are eligible. Also, on the COMPASS website
they can apply for these benefits and many others.
For more info you can also go to
http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/FoodStamps/
Please continue to link families in need with the appropriate social
services agencies that serve them through Cap4Kids. Thanks.
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Online resources for parents: www.chestercountymoms.com,
www.germantownavenueparents.com, www.norristownmom.com.
THIS WEEK
It's all about community!
The Logan Neighborhood Advisory Committee (NAC) is continuing the
beautification of the vacant lots along
Courtland Street (between 11th and 12th Streets)
in Logan.
For the last couple of Saturdays, Logan NAC, as well
as several volunteers and block captains, worked for hours removing
5 foot high weeds, trash and other debris from the lots.
And on Saturday, September 4th 2010 we are inviting volunteers to help
us, once again, with the final beautification phase of this project, which
will include mulching and planting of the shrubbery and the trees.
Through this project, we hope to promote pride and unity, ultimately
empowering residents to take ownership of issues surrounding safety and
beautification in their community.
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Plan your progress
carefully; hour-by hour,
day-by-day, month-bymonth.
Organized activity
and maintained enthusiasm
are the wellsprings of your
power. - Paul J. Meyer
All entries for
submission should
be received by
noon, the Monday
prior to publish
date and in Press
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Again, the beautification take place on
Saturday, September 4th from 10am to 2pm on
Courtland Street (between 11th and 12th Streets) in Logan.
Logan CDC wants want to publicly thank its partners for generously
donating materials to this effort:
The Pepsi Bottling Company for donating 15 cases of soda;
Primex Garden Center for donating 5 burning bushes, 5 blueberry shrubs,
a red bud tree, planting amendments, and fertilizer;
The Fairmount Park Horticultural Center for donating mulch; and
The City of Philadelphia's Community Partnership Program for donating
rakes, shovels, and additional gardening equipment.
Raymond Grant for generously donating power tools for the project.
And of course, none of this would be possible without support from
The City of Philadelphia
Office of Housing and Community Development (OHCD).
Funding for the Logan NAC is provided by OHCD.
We are extremely grateful for your generous support!
For more information, please contact Charing Ball, Logan NAC
Community
Organizer, at 267-335-3626 or Charing@LoganCDC.org.
Logan CDC
5325 Old York Rd., Suite 217
Philadelphia 19141
215-457-3014
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Terry McMillan | Getting to Happy
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
7:30PM, FREE
Terry McMillan
Information
has garnered much critical and popular acclaim for her
character-driven novels.
Her New York Times bestselling books Waiting to Exhale and
How Stella Got Her Groove Back
have been made into major motion pictures.
With Getting to Happy, McMillan revisits the
Waiting ladies 15 years later and reveals each of them
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"I discovered I always have
choices and sometimes it's
only a choice of attitude." -
Judith M. Knowlton
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at her own midlife crossroads.
General Information
Author Events are held in the Montgomery Auditorium at the Parkway
Central Library
1901 Vine Street,
unless noted.
Events generally consist of a talk by the author
and a Q & A period with the audience followed by a book signing. Books
are sold on-site. Seating begins 45 minutes prior to event start times.
No tickets or reservations are required for Free Author Events.
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The Mill Creek Association
presents
Second Treasures flea Market
Every Saturday and Sunday
9am – 5:30pm
5200 Wyalusing Ave. (inside the tennis courts)
Vendor information: 267.278.1142
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EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
Employment Opportunity with railroad
Great jobs for young men who aren't in college, and strong young women
also! This is Obama money for "infrastructure" the jobs are located all
over, paid training in Atlanta.
Training: You will attend two or three weeks of training at the Railroad
Education & Development Institute in Atlanta , GA. CSX will pay for
travel, lodging and meals as required by collective bargaining
agreement.
Track Worker-030702
Job Summary: Work as a member of a crew to install new railroad track,
maintain existing track and right-of-way. Replace or repair track
switches with specific components. Slide and align tie plates. Drill
holes through rails for insertion of bolts and tighten or loosen bolts
at joints that hold ends or rails together. Correct deviations in track
surface, alignment and gauge Cut rails to specific lengths etc.
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It seemed rather
incongruous that in a
society of
supersophisticated
communication, we often
suffer from a shortage of
listeners. - Erma Bombeck
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Pay Rate
Entry Rate $19.36/hour
Full Rate $21.52/hour
Promotional/ Advancement Opportunities: Under Maintenance of Way
Collective Bargaining Agreement, Track Workers may be considered for
advancement or promotion to other positions within the Engineering
Department if qualified.
Machine Operator $23.25 - $24.81/hour
Welder Helper $21.93/hour
Bridge Tender $21.93/hour
Bridge Mechanic $22.65/hour
Foreman $22.71 - $25.53/hour
Track Inspector $23.98 - $25.14/hour
Qualifications: High School diploma/GED; 18 years of age or older;
Valid Driver's License
At CSX, two of the company's core values are People Make The
Difference
and Safety Is A Way of Life. We are committed to offering our team
members the most competitive compensation and benefits package
available, unlimited opportunities for development and growth throughout
an exciting and rewarding career, and the safest work environment
possible. CSX is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
that supports diversity in the workplace.
Apply online to this and other positions:
http://www.csx.com/?fuseaction=careers.main
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HEALTH MATTERS
How Well Do You Know Your Body?
Wednesday September 8, 2010
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
(This event repeats every week until Wednesday December 29, 2010.)
Pathwayspa
926 W. Allegheny Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19133
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"Unless it's your path, it's
pointless to follow. But if it
is your path, then, alas, it's
pointless to follow any
other." - Harvey Arden
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Phone: 215.227.0300 ext 327
Notes:
This reproductive health workshop addresses myths and misconceptions
about everything from pregnancy to STDs including HIV. Other topics
that are discussed: Hormonal Birth Control, Bacterial Infections, Viruses,
Men's Reproductive Health, Potential Complications, Serial Monogamy,
and medical management of infections and diseases. It is facilitated by
Jonathan Chriswell from QCHC Family Health Center and has received
rave reviews.
This is event is open to the public every Wednesday and begins at 1pm
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Too much fructose could raise your blood pressure
By Frederik Joelving
(Reuters Health) - Do you need a reason to cut down on sweetened
beverages? Their fructose content might increase your blood pressure,
doctors said Thursday.
Although not all studies agree, the findings add to a growing body of
evidence that too much of the ubiquitous sugar -- found in fruits as well as
high-fructose corn syrup and table sugar -- can have important health
consequences. (See Reuters Health story of May 24, 2010.)
High blood pressure, for example, increases the risk of strokes, heart
disease and kidney failure.
Close to one in three Americans suffer from elevated blood pressure, a
rate that has tripled in the past century, the researchers say in the Journal
of the American Society of Nephrology. While the reasons aren't clear,
diet and lifestyle changes are the main suspects.
To test the link between blood pressure and fructose, they used nationally
representative survey data from more than 4,500 adults. The survey
included questions about all sources of fructose, whereas most earlier
studies had focused on soft drinks.
On average, they found, people said they consumed 74 grams of fructose
per day -- roughly the amount in four soft drinks. Even though none of
them had experienced blood pressure problems, about a third turned out to
have borderline high blood pressure and eight percent had hypertension
(readings of at least 140/90 mmHg, compared with normal values of
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Inspired by Henry Louis
Gates’ genealogy
investigations, Glen Beck
asked family members to
send him information on
famous family members.
Stella, his matriarchal
auntie sent this information
with a photo of a deceased
man in a coffin:
"William Frederick Beck:
Horse thief, sent to
Montana Territorial Prison,
1895. Escaped 1897, robbed
the Montana Flyer six
times. Caught by Pinkerton
detectives, convicted and
hanged, 1899."
Not very inspiring, right?
This is the spin Beck’s PR
people put on it.
“William Frederick Beck
was a famous cowboy in the
Montana Territory. His
business empire grew to
include acquisition of
valuable equestrian assets
and intimate dealings with
the Montana railroad.
Beginning in 1895, he
devoted several years of his
life to service at a
government facility, finally
taking leave to resume his
dealings with the railroad.
In 1897, he was a key
player in a vital
investigation run by the
renowned Pinkerton
Detective Agency. In 1899,
Beck passed away during
an important civic function
held in his honor when the
platform upon which he
was standing collapsed."
(thx. Al Robinson)
Submit your own humor,
and let our readers know
how funny you can be. We
obviously need the help. ; )
(Family appropriate)
120/80 or less).
The more fructose their diet included, the more likely they were to have
high blood pressure. Of course, that could have been influenced by a
variety of factors, such as obesity and disease, or getting too much of
other sugars, salt or alcohol.
But even when adjusting for all these factors, the odds of having high
blood pressure increased in those whose fructose intake was above
average. For the most severe form -- stage 2 hypertension -- the odds were
7 percent higher.
Given the new findings, people might want to think twice about what they
throw into their shopping carts, said Dr. Michel Chonchol of the
University of Colorado Denver, who worked on the study.
"In the grocery store, you see food without high-fructose corn syrup," he
said, adding that it would make sense to reduce fructose intake by
choosing those products and avoiding the ones containing added sugars.
"There is no question that fructose itself appears to have effects that other
sugars don't have," said Chonchol. The exact mechanisms are unclear,
although several have been proposed, he added.
"What we need now are clinical trials, where you take people with
hypertension and place them on a diet with low fructose and see if that
lowers their blood pressure," said Rachel K. Johnson, a professor of
nutrition at the University of Vermont in Burlington, who was not
involved in the research.
Until then, she said the message is clear: "Sugar-sweetened beverages --
avoid, avoid, avoid! That's the major source of added sugars for
Americans."
Getting fructose from eating fruits appears to be less of a problem, she
said, perhaps because they also contain many healthful substances like
antioxidants and fiber. Fruit has just 4 to 10 grams of fructose per serving,
while a can of Coca-Cola has 39 grams of high-fructose corn syrup, about
half of which is fructose (the rest is glucose).
Last year, Johnson helped prepare a statement about sugar and heart
disease from the American Heart Association, which included dietary
recommendations.
"For most American women," she advises, "no more than six teaspoons or
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"The greatest pleasure in
life is doing what people say
you cannot do." - Walter
Bagehot
100 calories a day of added sugars, and no more than nine teaspoons for
men."
That is less than one can of Coca-Cola.
In a press release about the new study, the Corn Refiners Association, a
U.S. trade group, said the researchers had muddled the differences
between fructose and glucose, the other half of high-fructose corn syrup
and table sugar.
"The rise in glucose consumption also mirrors the dramatic rise in
hypertension," the release said.
SOURCE: jasn.asnjournals.org/
Journal of the American Society of Nephrology, online July 1, 2010.
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Viagra-popping seniors lead the pack for STDs
By Frederik Joelving
(Reuters Health) - Even if you're past your prime and have a hard time
getting an erection, you might still need to worry about unprotected sex,
according to U.S. doctors.
In fact, they report in the Annals of Internal Medicine, the rate of sexually
transmitted diseases (STDs) in older men taking erectile dysfunction
drugs like Viagra is twice as high as in their non-medicated peers.
In both groups, however, the numbers are swelling. According to the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there were more than six new
cases of STDs per 10,000 men over 40 in 2008, up almost 50 percent
since 1996.
"Younger adults have far more STDs than older adults, but the rates are
growing at far higher rates in older adults," said
Dr. Anupam B. Jena of Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, who
led the study.
While the reasons for this development aren't well understood, he said
more divorces and better health might have conspired to boost sexual
prowess and activity among graying heads.
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Thesaurus?"
--Steven Wright
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The problem, however, is that older adults appear to flout safe sex
practices. For instance, the researchers note, 50-year-olds are six times
less likely to use a condom than men in their 20s.
"We are typically unaccustomed to practice safe sex over the age of 50,
because the risk of pregnancy is eliminated," Jena told Reuters Health.
To test whether the introduction of Viagra in 1998 might explain some of
the STD surge, Jena and colleagues examined insurance records for more
than 1.4 million U.S. men over 40. The average age in the study was
about 60 years.
The most commonly found STD was HIV, followed by Chlamydia,
syphilis and gonorrhea.
Among the few percent of men who had filled prescriptions for erectile
dysfunction drugs, more than two in a thousand had been treated for an
STD in the year before they got the drug.
A year later, the number dropped to half that, suggesting that Viagra and
its chemical cousins didn't fuel STDs.
However, the risk of contracting an STD turned out to be more than twice
as high in men taking erectile dysfunction drugs compared with those who
didn't.
"These users have a different sexual risk profile than non-users," said
Jena, adding that the data didn't reveal any good explanation.
In an editorial, Dr. Thomas Fekete, of Temple University School of
Medicine in Philadelphia, noted that it would have been valuable to know
more about the frequency of sexual encounters, sexual partners and
orientation.
He added that prevention strategies should still be directed at younger age
groups, whose STD risk is at least 10 times higher than in middle-aged
and older adults.
Still, he said, the authors remind us "that men older than 40 years remain
sexually active, even if they need chemical assistance to do so.
This study also serves as a reminder that sex after age 40 years is not
necessarily safe."
Jena recommended that doctors take a few minutes to discuss safe sex
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After booking my 80-yearold
mother on a flight from
Florida to Nevada, I called
the airline to go over her
special needs. The
representative listened
patiently as I requested a
wheelchair and an
attendant for my mother
because of her arthritis and
impaired vision to the point
of near blindness
My apprehension lightened
a bit when the woman
assured me that everything
would be taken care of. I
thanked her profusely.
"Oh, you're welcome," she
replied. I was about to hang
up when she cheerfully
asked, ..."And will your
mother need a rental car?"
(Thx. Carla Vincent)
with older men when they prescribe Viagra.
His advice? "Look, just realize that you are at higher risk for STDs, and
try to be careful like you used to be 30 years ago."
SOURCE: www.annals.org/
Annals of Internal Medicine, online July 5, 2010.
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Experts say 40 percent of cancers could be prevented
Kate Kelland
LONDON (Reuters) - Forty percent of the 12 million people diagnosed
with cancer worldwide each year could avert the killer disease by
protecting themselves against infections and changing their lifestyles,
experts said…
Read the full story
http://www.reuters.com/article/idUSTRE6113PX20100202?feedType=nl
&feedName=ushealth600
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Get Fresh!
Volunteer with Philabundance Fresh for All
You recycle out the wazoo and consider yourself consigliore of the
enviro-sack mafia.
Hence, a cause you can believe in: Philabundance wants to fill those
ubiquitous bags with produce through its new Fresh for All programs.
And you can help by volunteering.
The nonprofit hands out perishables at six sites in the Delaware Valley —
where nutritious diet staples are hard to come by, especially in tough
times.
With a minimum three-hour commitment, you’ll keep busy. Help with
admin, approve clients, or do community outreach (posting mailings,
making phone calls).
Looking for something physical?
Take food to sites, divide apples, and dole out the goods. You’ll be doing
a major part to help people get the fruits and veggies they need. And
that’s a green movement to be proud of.
To participate in Fresh for All, contact
Tunisia Garnett (215-339-0900 ext. 238 or
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Nothing would be done at
all if we waited until we
could do it so well that no
one could find fault with it.
- John Henry
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GREEN PIECE
NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH COALITION
Seventh annual National Preparedness Month, in September, encourages
Americans to take steps to prepare
WASHINGTON - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
today announced that to date more than 1,900 national, regional, tribal,
state and local organizations and businesses have pledged their support
and joined the 2010 National Preparedness Month (NPM) Coalition. This
is approximately 200 more than last year at this time. The registration for
the Coalition continues through September.
This September marks the seventh annual NPM. Led by FEMA's Ready
Campaign in partnership with Citizen Corps and The Advertising
Council, NPM is a nationwide effort encouraging individuals, families,
businesses and communities to work together and take action to prepare
for emergencies.
NPM Coalition members will sponsor events and activities throughout the
month highlighting the steps that individuals, families and communities
can take to prepare. Ready and The Advertising Council will also
introduce new Spanish-language public service advertisements in
conjunction with NPM activities. Additionally, the Ready Campaign
released a new NPM Widget to help promote the month.
"National Preparedness Month is a great way to get Americans and our
communities and businesses to come together in planning and preparing
for a disaster," said FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate. "Disasters can hit
any place, any time, so it's essential that we take concrete steps together,
now, to ensure a better response later."
This year, NPM focuses on encouraging all Americans to take active steps
toward getting involved and becoming prepared. Preparedness is
everyone's responsibility. Americans have to work together as a team to
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Hereeeeeeeeeeeeees...
Kathy’s Korner!
Coming home from his
Little League game, Billy
swung open the front door
very excited. Unable to
attend the game, his father
immediately wanted to
know what happened. "So,
how did you do, son?" he
asked. "You'll never believe
it!" Billy said. "I was
responsible for the winning
run!" "Really? How'd you
do that?" "I dropped the
ball."
(Kathy Parsons is a
regular contributor.)
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ensure that individuals, families and communities are ready. Individuals
are encouraged to: make a family emergency plan; put together an
emergency supply kit; be prepared to help your neighbor; and work as a
team to keep everyone safe.
National Preparedness Month Coalition membership is open to all public
and private sector organizations. Click here
http://www.ready.gov/america/npm10/index.html
to register for membership.
Follow FEMA online at www.twitter.com/fema,
www.facebook.com/fema, and www.youtube.com/fema. Also, follow
Administrator Craig Fugate's activities at www.twitter.com/craigatfema.
The social media links provided are for reference only. FEMA does not
endorse any non-government websites, companies or applications.
FEMA's mission is to support our citizens and first responders to ensure
that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, and improve our
capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and
mitigate all hazards.
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Don't throw your old TVs away!
All electronics can be dropped off for recycling at either
Domino Lane & Umbria St.
or
State Rd. & Ashburner St. in Philadelphia
at the
Streets Department Sanitation Convenience Centers,
Monday through Saturday
8:00 am to 6:00 pm.
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Weavers Way #5 plastics recycling resumes
Fellow Recyclers, Weavers Way collection of #5 plastics, which are not
included in the City’s recycling program, will be on the 3rd Saturday of
each month: The collections take place at the co-op's garage,
at 542 Carpenter Lane,
which is across the street and a bit further down the block from the Big
Blue Marble bookstore.
Please note that we need volunteers to keep this project going. (Weavers
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Battle of the sexes:
Married men should forget
their mistakes. There is no
need for two people to focus
on the same thing.
(Joel Clark said it)
Way members can get work credit for helping us; work shifts are
available on co-op's the online calendar.)
The #5 category includes yogurt cups, sour cream containers, hummus
tubs, some medicine bottles, and more. Your recyclables must be clean
and dry to be accepted. Check to make sure there are no other materials
(paper, screws, other number plastics) on the items you bring in.
Impurities of any kind compromise the recycling process and usually lead
to the discarding of an entire batch. Exclude any lids unless they are
clearly marked #5. (Most lids from #5 containers are #4 plastic, but this is
not always the case.)
We ask recyclers for a small donation to cover postage costs of mailing
the recyclables to the Gimme 5 processing facility in New York.
Before bringing your #5s to the collection, be sure that they meet the
requirements for Gimme 5:
All items must be CLEAN and DRY. If they contained food or any oily or
dirty product, make sure they have been washed, not just rinsed. Items
stacked when wet tend to stay wet, so allow washed items to dry fully
before stacking or packing.
The #5 stamp needs to be visible on each item. Lids are separate items.
Don’t assume lids are the same number plastic as the container;
sometimes they are but usually they are not. Check to make sure there are
no other materials (labels, paper, and other number plastics, metal) on the
items you bring in.
Brita filters are also welcome! Let them air dry for several days to make
sure they are completely dry.
We'll see you soon!
Carolyn, Helen, Priscilla and Stevik
of the Weavers Way Environment Committee
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Recycling Services Inc. in Pottstown takes styrofoam on Saturday and
Tuesday mornings. http://www.recyclingservices.org/
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For sustainable enterprise go to Green Jobs Philly
http://www.greenjobsphilly.org/news
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40 Ways to Save on Almost Anything
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PERSONAL AND HOME SECURITY
Being Safe and Cautious When Travelling
Traveling, as anything in life, can have some risks involved. We always
question ourselves, What if “blank” happens? Well, there’s always a
“what if…” on our mind but if we are cautious we can prevent those
“what ifs” from happening and have an amazing trip!
It doesn’t matter if you’re traveling alone, with friends, or with fellow
travelers you met on your way; there are basic precautions and approaches
you should try to keep your trip as safe as possible while still having a
good time. Our friend Norbert Figueroa from Globotreks shares his tips.
First and foremost, be cautious.
We all want to explore everything, but use your common sense. If you
see a desolate area that doesn’t seem too safe, stay away from it. Or at
least don’t go by yourself. If you have a local host at your destination,
have them go with you; they might know how safe or not the area is.
Also, try not walking by yourself on dangerous-looking alleys or late at
night.
Be as friendly as you can, but don’t be a simple open book.
If hanging with fellow travelers you met on the way, no matter how
friendly they are, keep in mind that they are virtually strangers. So, be
careful what you share with them and how you share it.
You should be alert and pay attention to your surroundings.
That includes people too. Always keep an eye on your stuff so you don’t
become an easy target to pickpocketers and thieves.
When in Rome, do as the Romans do…
I know you’ve heard that one before. Right? Well, the phrase says it all.
This helps from attracting the wrong attention or from unknowingly
insulting a different culture.
Try being inconspicuous.
Of course that big backpack on your back doesn’t help achieve this,
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"I find the harder I work,
the more luck I seem to
have." - Thomas Jefferson
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right? But, when not carrying your backpack try looking as less touristy
as you can. It’s kind of cliché to have that tourist look by wearing the “I
love NY” (or whatever destination) t-shirt and by wearing that big flag
patch from your country on your bag. You know… dress as you would
dress normally back at home and dress appropriately for the place (i.e.
sacred places, museums, etc.).
There’s nothing better than being confident while traveling.
This is key to any traveler. Be confident or at least fake it. Act like you
know where you are even if you don’t. Even though there’s nothing
wrong with this, but flapping your map in the middle of a crowded street
will definitely attract some attention, specially the scammers’ attention.
Doing that just made you an easy target. So, if you need some direction,
ask someone (still with confidence) or go inside a store or café and peek
your map.
Always be polite.
Not only it’s a good manner but also a way to have a good standing
among other people. Don’t offend the locals with rude and crass
behavior. You don’t have to be goody two-shoes but at least have a
common sense of behavior.
So, these are just some “safety and approach” tips that will help you have
a fun and amazing trip while being safe and cautious. After all, you are
traveling to have fun, right? Thought so… Being cautious is not about
restricting yourself, it is about having common sense. Exercise it!
Source:
http://journals.worldnomads.com/safetyhub/story/59196/Worldwide/Bein
g-Safe-and-Cautious-When-Travelling
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For a more aggressive role in your protection:
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GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS & INSTRUCTION
Philadelphia Development Partnership's
Business Skills Course
The Bourse Building.
111 S. Independence Mall East, Suite 810
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The real secret of patience
is to find something to do in
the meantime. - Unknown
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Philadelphia Development Partnership’s Business Skills Course is a
multi-part course that is designed to teach the fundamentals of running a
small business.
• Obtain financing
• Learn from experts in your industry
• Network with fellow entrepreneurs
• Work with business consultants FREE!
The multi-part class begins on
September, 21st 2010
Orientation - September 14th
Cost: $95.00
Contact: Theo Thompson
(215) 545-3100 ext 222
or TThompson@pdp-inc.org
Philadelphia Development Partnership's
Business Skills Course
The Bourse Building.
111 S. Independence Mall East, Suite 810
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USDA offers Hunger-Free Communities grants
The US Department of Agriculture is offering Hunger- Free Communities
grants to help cities and towns across the country fight hunger and food
insecurity and promote healthy eating.
The grants will help fund research, planning and hunger relief activities
such as food distribution, community outreach, development of new
resources, and strategies to reduce or prevent hunger and food insecurity.
Two models of grants are available: planning and assessment grants or
implementation grants.
For more information, go here.

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Foundation offers Banned Books Week grants
The American Library Association’s Freedom to Read Foundation will
provide two grants — one for $2,500 and one for $1,000 — to two
organizations to support "Read-Outs" celebrating Banned Books Week
2010, from
September 25th to October 2nd.
A Banned Books Week Read-Out is an event during which people
celebrate the freedom to read by gathering to read from books that have
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What if you have failed in
the past? So, at one time did
every man we recognize as
a towering success. They
called it "temporary
defeat." - Napoleon Hill
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been banned or challenged over the years.
To apply for a grant, organizations are required to submit an event
description, timeline, and budget with their application, as well as agree to
provide a written report and video to FTRF following Banned Books
Week.
For more information, go here.
< http://ala.org/ala/newspresscenter/news/pr.cfm?id=4570>
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Aspen Institute offers scholarships to students of color
The Aspen Institute Program on Philanthropy and Social Innovation in
Washington is offering scholarships to introduce a diverse group of
students to issues and challenges affecting philanthropy, social
enterprise, nonprofit organizations, and other actors in the social sector.
The $2,000 fellowship, which is based on academic excellence and need,
is open to both undergraduate and graduate students of color. Fellows
undertake research, writing, logistical, and administrative support for
PSI's leadership initiatives, public programs, and convenings.
Application guidelines are available here.
***
200 Free Scholarships For Minorities (NEW UPDATED 2010
LISTINGS)
http://www.blackexcel.org/200-Scholarships.html
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HIV/AIDS Prevention Workshop
Workshop Summary
Culturally-Relevant Communication about HIV/AIDS is an interactive
and user-friendly workshop. Ivan J. Juzang, MEE President and Founder
will examine the environmental influences, attitudes and behaviors and
unique communication style of urban, ethnic and other hard-to-reach
audiences; review theories and techniques for developing cost-effective
and culturally-relevant communication strategies; and then show session
attendees how to apply these learnings to their own HIV/AIDS testing
programs, prevention services and outreach efforts.
Learning Objectives
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"When I grip the wheel too
tight, I find I lose control."
- Steve Rapson
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After attending the session, attendees will have the background necessary
to more effectively communicate with their target audiences about sex,
sexuality and HIV/AIDS. They will also have a clearer understanding of
media consumption patterns and other social factors that impact sexual
decision-making; and the attitudes, motivations and perceptions of
minorities on healthy sexuality and HIV/AIDS prevention, testing and
treatment. Such information will help interventionists, community-based
organizations and service providers develop innovative and effective
messages and services targeted to minority audiences.
Workshop Description:
Topics explored during the session include:
The environmental context, peer group dynamics and social interactions
that influence sexual behaviors;
How service providers can be more culturally aware, and increase the
effectiveness of their outreach, media and materials; and
Strategies for attracting the hardest-to-reach audiences to HIV-prevention,
testing and treatment programs.
For more information on other workshops and schedules visit their
website
To inquire about a MEE Workshop at Your Organization call
215.829.4920 or Email here
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At- Risk Youth
Annie E. Casey Foundation
http://www.aecf.org
A private charitable organization dedicated to helping build better futures
for disadvantaged children in the United States. The foundation offers
community-focused grants. The site also has several publications.
Provides funding to both 501(c)(3) and local/state government.
Organizations wishing to send a proposal to the Foundation should submit
a letter of no more than three pages explaining the organization and its
project and how the money will be used. Send the letters to: The AEC
Foundation; Attn: Office of the President; 701 Saint Paul St.; Baltimore,
MD 21202.
Phone: 410-547-6600
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In order to be happy,
human beings must feel
they are continuing to
grow. Clearly, we must
adopt the concept of
continuous improvement as
a daily principle. - Tony
Robbins
AOL Time Warner Foundation
http://aoltimewarnerfoundation.org
The AOL Time Warner Foundation is dedicated to using the power of
media, communications and information technology to serve the public
interest and strengthen society. However, rather than simply providing
grant monies or funding unsolicited requests, the foundation prefers to
enter into sustainable strategic partnerships with organizations that have a
demonstrated commitment to pioneering innovative ways of meeting four
priorities: Equipping kids for the 21st century; Extending Internet benefits
to all; Engaging communities in the arts; and Empowering citizens and
civic participation.
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AT&T Foundation
http://www.att.com/foundation
The AT&T Foundation seeks to educate, enrich, engage, and empower the
communities served by AT&T. The Foundation's funding areas are
education, civic and community service, and arts and culture.
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Beaumont Foundation
http://www.bmtfoundation.com/grants/
The Beaumont Foundation of America (BFA), a non-profit philanthropic
organization, is dedicated to the enriching the lives of individuals by
providing technology to historically underserved schools and
communities. The foundation believes technologies are essential tools for
progress in the 21st century, and that given access to digital information,
people will have an equal opportunity to advance socially, economically
and intellectually.
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The Student Achievement Grants program provides grants of $5,000
each to improve the academic achievement of students by engaging in
critical thinking and problem solving that deepen knowledge of standardsbased
subject matter. The work should also improve students’ habits of
inquiry, self-directed learning, and critical reflection. Proposals for work
resulting in low-income and minority student success with honors,
advanced placement, and other challenging curricula are particularly
encouraged. Grant funds may be used for resource materials, supplies,
equipment, transportation, software, and scholars-in-residence.
Applicants must be practicing U.S. public school teachers in grades K-12,
public school education support professionals, or faculty and staff at
public higher education institutions.
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Through perseverance
many people win success
out of what seemed destined
to be certain failure. -
Benjamin Disraeli
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Visit the NEA Foundation Web site for complete grant program
information.
RFP Link: http://fconline.foundationcenter.org/pnd/15016125/neafdn
For additional RFPs in Education, visit:
http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/cat_education.jhtml
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NIH Summer Institute on Community-Based Participatory Research
The National Institutes of Health has announced the 2nd summer institute.
We are thrilled to see that the organizers have responded to Community-
Campus Partnerships for Health’s (CCPH) comments on last year's
summer institute.
When the 1st NIH institute on CBPR was announced, CCPH expressed
concern about its exclusive focus on academic researchers.
In CBPR, the community is involved at the very start of the research,
so it was incongruent that the institute did not include the community
partners or acknowledge the possibility of a community partner as a
principal investigator or co-PI.
This summer's institute has been designed for community-academic
partner teams (see below for details).
CCPH has successfully implemented community-academic partner teambased
model of CBPR training: CBPRInstitute
and SummerInstituteAgenda.pdf
The training curriculum, "Developing and Sustaining CBPR Partnerships"
is available online at www.cbprcurriculum.info.
If you're interested in bringing a CBPR training workshop or institute to
your location, contact CCPH senior consultant Rachel Vaughn at
sliccph@mcw.edu for more information.
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Banta Company Foundation
The Banta Company Foundation provides funding for at-risk youth and
delinquency prevention initiatives. The funds can be used for equipment,
general/operating expenses, seed money, program development, as well as
other areas. For more information please contact:
Banta Company Foundation
225 Main Street
PO Box 8003
Menasha,WI 54952-8003.
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Q. Where do you find a no
legged dog?
A. Right where you left
him.
(Ethan Pollard age 9)
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Best Buy Children's Foundation
http://communications.bestbuy.com/communityrelations/
The mission of the Best Buy Children's Foundation is to improve the lives
of youth aged 5 - 18 in communities where Best Buy maintains a business
presence. The Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations with
innovative approaches to developing life skills in young people through
education, mentoring, and leadership development. Funds can be used for:
program development; direct project support; specific curriculum
development; and scholarship aid for participants in life skills or
mentoring programs. The Foundation typically awards grants ranging
from $2000 - $10,000 to nonprofits.
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Healthy Community Outreach Program
will be granted to nonprofit organizations to support grassroots efforts
which increase awareness on critical health initiatives through health
walks, health fairs and health education outreach.
Grants up to $25,000 will be considered.
Please provide all levels of event sponsorships on your application.
Nonprofit organizations with evidence of IRS 501(c)(3) designation or de
facto tax-exempt status may apply for a grant, with the following
exceptions: advertising; capital campaigns; grants or scholarships to
individuals; multiyear requests; political causes and events; or religious
organizations in support of their sacramental or theological functions.
http://www.aetna.com/foundation/grants_reg/guidelines.html>Awards
Ongoing Deadline
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Ben and Jerry's Foundation
Ben and Jerry's Foundation has no specific program areas. The
Foundation seeks projects that lead to societal change or address the root
causes of problems. The Foundation awards grants ranging in amount
from $1,000 to $15,000. Applicants must submit a letter of interest at any
time during the year.
http://www.benjerry.com/foundation/index.html
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AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENTS ARE NOT APPLYING FOR
SCHOLARSHIPS
Even if you do not have a college-aged child at home, please share this
with someone who does, pass this scholarship information on to anyone
and everyone that comes to mind. Though there are a number of
companies and organizations that have donated moneys for scholarship
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A grandfather and
granddaughter were sitting
and talking when the young
girl asked, "Did God make
you, Grandpa?"
"Yes, God made me," the
grandfather answered.
A few minutes later, the
little girl asked him, "Did
God make me too?"
"Yes, He did," the older
man answered.
For a few minutes, the little
girl seemed to be studying
her grandpa, as well as her
own reflection in the
mirror, while her
grandfather wondered what
was running through her
mind. At last she spoke up.
"You know, Grandpa," she
said, "God's doing a lot
better job lately."
(Thx Cyn McGregor)
use to African Americans, a great deal of the money is being returned
because of a lack of interest.
No one is going to knock on our doors
and ask if we can use a scholarship.
Take the initiative to get your children involved. There is no need
for money to be returned to donating companies
because we fail to apply for it.
Please pass this information on to family members, nieces, nephews, and
friends with children etc. We must get the word out that money is
available. If you are a college student or getting ready to become one, you
probably already know how useful additional money can be.
Our youth really could use these scholarships. Thanks!!
For a list of scholarships please visit our group ‘The Coalition, Inc.’
http://groups.google.com/group/coalition-the
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SpotLight On Our Efforts
Dear Friends:
We are reaching out to you today with exciting news. Moms Against
Guns is officially joining forces with CeaseFirePA.
This union represents more voices, more power and more resources to
fight one Pennsylvania's most contentious issues: illegal guns. While we
have loosely partnered with CeaseFirePA in the past and stand at their
side as they advocate for better gun laws, there has never been a formal
partnership. Tomorrow, that will change.
And we wanted to make sure that you're the first to know before this
news goes public. You've been a staunch supporter of Moms Against
Guns - many since we began this fight together at a public rally in
Philadelphia's Love Park in 2007.
Since then - we've made great strides.
But the economic and political climate is now different than it was in
2007. Since our economy took such a dramatic turn two years ago,
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Benvenuto a Miami
Hurricane season runs
from June through
November. Anyone visiting
Florida during these
months can expect to turn
on their TV and see
warning news reports
showing a white radar blip
hundreds of miles away.
Here are some instructions
you may hear.
Evacuation Routes
If you live in a low lying
area, you'll want to have an
evacuation route planned
out. Evacuation Routes are
the parking lots created on
the local roads designed by
the city council to be used
by most of the people in a
community while they use
the back roads to get out of
the city to higher ground.
How Do You Know If
You're In a Low Lying
Area?
Look carefully at your
postal address. If it's in the
state of Florida, you are in
a low lying area.
nonprofit groups like CeaseFirePA and other advocacy and service
organizations have been trying to do more with less.
In a rocky political and economic environment, it's increasingly difficult
to get an issue - like limiting illegal guns and the violence they create in
our state - in front of the most influential decision makers in Harrisburg.
Without a unified voice on this issue, we are all at risk of appearing less
organized and powerful when we stand against the gun lobby.
We feel proud and privileged to serve among Ceasefire's constituencies
and we know this affiliation offers new strength and opportunity. We
have the utmost respect, confidence and admiration for the leadership of
Phil Goldsmith, its board president, and Joe Grace, its executive director.
It is our hope that our participation on the board and the force of our
combined voices will increase the overall capacity and power to fight in
a more organized way for better, safer gun laws.
Today we have garnered close to 7,000 signatures on our petition -
thanks to your efforts. But we're far from our goal. We set an ambitious
goal of 50,000 signatures, but that goal was not arbitrary. We were told
by political advisors that 10,000 signatures would get some
policymakers' attention; and 25,000 would show we were serious. But
50,000 could turn a vote - that's why we set this bold goal.
Our joining with CeaseFirePA offers us the opportunity to reach more
people (voters) so we can reach our 50,000 signature goal. In turn, we
offer CeaseFirePA new constituents, new ideas, and more leverage.
We will continue to personally answer your emails and we'd like to hear
from you. After our websites have been integrated, which should happen
by mid- summer, you will have the full capacity of CeaseFire's
advocacy, strategic advice and direction, as well as the opportunity to
volunteer, donate if you wish, or help secure more petition signatures.
As founder of Moms Against Guns, I have been invited to be a new vice
president of the CeaseFirePA board, and one of Philadelphia's most
influential social activists - Project H.O.M.E. president and co-founder,
Sister Mary Scullion - has also agreed to join the CeaseFirePA board
with me.
We hope you will continue to partner with the new and improved "us" --
CeaseFire and Moms Against Guns. Your voices and vision have never
been more needed.
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Thank you with all of our hearts for all you have done so far. If we work
together - we can and will prevail.
Sincerely,
Lynne Honickman
Founder
Moms Against Guns
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Partners sought for youth action teams
Since 1997, Motivational Educational Entertainment, Inc has
implemented a unique youth employment model in which it hires and
trains local youth to conduct peer-to-peer outreach to deliver health
promotion messages to their community.
Most recently, MEE implemented Community Action Teams as part of its
Blueprint for a Safer Philadelphia campaign, through which it provided
employment, life skills and self efficacy and leadership training for
100 young people.
MEE is seeking strategic partners to pursue or use available grant money
for summer employment programs in other locations, and is reaching out
to organizations that have access to
youth and workforce development funds.
CAT participants can help in developing leadership skills and a positive
self-image, receive training in important life, academic and
communications skills, gain exposure to new experiences, people and
places, earn money and incentives as compensation for their participation,
build their resumes with outreach and communications experience, and
earn community service credits for high school.
For more information, call William Juzang at 215-829-4920 or email
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Website Offers Revolutionary Green Alternatives
for Communities/Nations
Greetings. I hope that you and your business/ organizations are all
doing well. As we enter into a new year, I expect that many of us
have already envisioned what we would like to accomplish in this
new year. As long as we have positive intentions for not just ourselves
but also our fellow inhabitants on this planet
as well as the mother Earth herself, may the Creator of the Universe
bless our visions and goals to become a material manifestation.
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Artificial intelligence seems
to be no match for natural
stupidity.
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I would like to invite everyone to visit
http://africanindependence.org/Projects.aspx
I am one of the co-founders of this organization. While the initiative
of this organization focuses on improving the lives of the African
Diaspora and building up eco-friendly, peaceful, self sustaining and
prosperous communities in their ancestral lands, we extend a welcome
hand for all to check a part of our vision out by visiting our site.
Our site was put in video format for simplicity and visuals to keep
the interests of our visitors. When you first click on the provided
website address, you will notice that we begin with our goals on
dealing with electricity. There are actually two clips explaining the
same technology, we recommend the second clip for a more detailed
explanation on how this technology works. The following two clips
deals with how we plan on providing clean water
to the citizens and then water recycling.
The fifth video demonstrates how sewer systems are unnecessary.
There are many issues that we tackle on our site. We are currently in
talks with university and reverse engineers to have these technologies
made at a lower cost and with high quality specifications.
Any feedback or suggestions is welcome and
any donations would be highly appreciated.
There is a lot of useful information and we encourage all to take
advantage of it and to view it for themselves, we're
confident that you will be excited as we are once you see
the potential in such technology.
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ARTS FOR AWARENESS
I see little of more importance to the future of our country and of civilization than full recognition of the
place of the artist. If art is to nourish the roots of our culture, society must set the artist free to follow
his vision wherever it takes him. Pauline Kael
Ursula Rucker comes to
Scribe Video
Thursday evenings
to teach Poetry for Stage and Camera.
Register today at 215-222-4201.
Scribe Video Center
4212 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia PA 19104
inquiry@scribe.org
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Opportunity may knock
once, but temptation bangs
on your door for years. --
Unknown
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Hours of Operation:
Monday through Friday, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm
(or 9:00 pm on workshop nights).
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Jus’ Words at Dowlings Place
1310 No. Broad St. Phila
Every Thurs. 9pm to 1am
• Poets
• Rappers
• Singers
• Spoken Word Artists
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COMING UP
Save The Date
Thursday, September 16, 2010
5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations
Annual Awards Reception
in the beautiful
Curtis Center Atrium
601 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Honoring
The Hon. C. Darnell Jones II and Hon. Annette M. Rizzo
Founders of the Philadelphia Residential Mortgage Foreclosure Diversion
Program
Also honoring those leaders in Human Relations
Arts & Culture
Denise M. Brown, Executive Director, The Leeway Foundation
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He that would make his
own liberty secure, must
guard even his enemy from
opposition; for if he violates
this duty he establishes a
precedent that will reach
himself. - Thomas Paine
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Gayle Isla, Executive Director, Asian Arts Initiative
Erica Marie Mendez, Vocal Artist and Student Organizer
Community Service
Gary R. Adams, President, The Coalition, Inc.
Ronald Blount, President, United Taxi Workers Alliance of PA
Calvin T. and Malik Raheem Johnson, Organizers, "Weekend Of Peace"
Mary Kachline, Organizer, Autism Awareness Month
Chad Dion Lassiter, Scholar, Activist and Professor of Race Relations
Wahdeedah Shabazz-El, Community Organizer & Trainer, CHAMP
Pecki Sherman Witnosky, Community Organizer and Author
Corporate Responsibility
PECO Energy
Law Enforcement
Natosha R. Warner, Community Outreach Specialist, FBI
Nonprofit Organization
Heeding God's Call
New Sanctuary Movement of Philadelphia
Pegasus Riding Academy
Special Tribute
The late Severino Verna, Former Commissioner
Fair Housing Commission
Admission: $50. To RSVP, call 215-686-4675
Make your reservations today.
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Urban Sustainability Forum:
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report on a recent
community event, feel
free to send us a brief
account of what
happened in document
format, and we will
share it with our
readers.
Send your information
to: News From The
Coalition, Inc.
All entries for
submission should be
received by noon, the
Monday prior to
publish date and in
Press Release form.
"Digging in to Home Energy Savings"
Thursday, September 16, 2010
6:00 p.m. - Reception - featuring light refreshments and informational
tables
6:30 p.m. - Program
Academy of Natural Sciences - 19th St and the Benjamin Franklin
Parkway
Digging in to Home Energy Savings:
How to Take Advantage of New Incentives
Start the fall by Saving Energy! The first Urban Sustainability Program of
the fall will help home and business owners understand all the new tax
credits, rebates, loan programs, and other incentives available to help
them save energy-and money-in homes and commercial buildings, while
lowering their carbon footprints.
Speakers:
* Liz Robinson, Executive Director of the Energy Coordinating Agency -
How to Maximize Energy Savings in Buildings
* Andy Rachlin, Deputy Chief of Staff for Economic Development, City
of Philadelphia- The new regional EnergyWorks program is designed to
significantly reduce energy consumption for residential and commercial
buildings in Philadelphia and surrounding counties
* Frank Jiruska, Director of Energy and Marketing Services, PECO -
"Smart Ideas" program has rebates, incentives and support for all PECO
customers
* Steve Hershey, Vice President, PGW - PGW is rolling out new
initiatives and programs to help customers save
Additional Panel Members:
* Roger Clark, Manager for Technology and Policy, The Reinvestment
Fund
* Peter Krasja, President, First Financial , Keystone HELP Loan
Register today to reserve your seat:
http://energysavingsprograms.eventbrite.com/
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If you would like to
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free to send us a brief
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readers.
Send your information
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Coalition, Inc.
All entries for
submission should be
received by noon, the
Monday prior to
publish date and in
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Experience A Night-Time Outside Rodeo
with the Creative Kids Club
Friday, September l7, 2010
From 6 to l0 p.m.
Our Bus will leave from:
Ogontz and Cheltenham Avenue
at 6:00 p.m.
One Cost-$l0.00 per person
Call Today- 215-485-0284
Competitors from the national level as well as our local First Frontier
circuit will compete for thousands of dollars in prize money on the stock
of a national finals rodeo stock contractor, Three Hills Rodeo Company of
Bernard, Iowa. They are a family owned and operated professional rodeo
company providing outstanding family entertainment.
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The Business Center For Entrepreneurship
&
Social Enterprise Business Plan Classes
7500 Germantown Avenue,
Elders Hall, Suite 113.
12 Week Classes: Thurs, Sept 16 - Dec 16 @ 6:30PM - 8:30PM
8 Week Classes: Saturdays, Sept 25 - Nov 20 @ 9AM - 12PM
Cost: $350 after August 6th
Contact: 215-247-2473
www.thebizcenter.com
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The Ladies of Black Women's Educational Alliance-Philadelphia Chapter
invites you to attend our
Annual Rededication Ceremony
Saturday, September 18, 2010
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
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Some of the world's
greatest feats were
accomplished by people not
smart enough to know they
were impossible. - Doug
Larson
6th and Duncannon Street
Philadelphia, PA 19120
8:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Dr. Janet Samuels,
Superintendent of the Norristown Area School District
8:30 a.m. -12:00 p.m.: Vendors' Station Opens
9:00 a.m. -10:00 a.m : Complimentary Gourmet Breakfast
10:00 a.m. -12:00p.m.: Rededication Ceremony
RSVP to kcaka11@aol.com by 9/7/10
* * * Outside PA * * *
COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY
Group offers low-cost web access to nonprofits
Mobile Citizen, a provider of mobile broadband for education and
nonprofits, will offer a Technology Assistance Grant program beginning
in January to provide non-profit organizations with affordable access to
the Internet.
Available only in Portland, Oregon, Las Vegas, and Philadelphia, the
grant includes reduced-price service from Mobile Citizen, with unlimited
usage for only $10/month or $120/year per account. It bundles Mobile
Citizen’s wireless broadband, powered by WiMAX, a fourth generation
(4G) technology from Clearwire Corporation with a variety of benefits
available only to grantees, including:
-- 12 months of service from Mobile Citizen extended to 15 months at no
additional charge. With this, nonprofits receive three free months of
service per account.
-- Dedicated Mobile Citizen Customer Care customized for non-profit
organizations.
-- A free one-year membership to NTEN, a nonprofit technology network,
ongoing information and news as well as access to a support community.
-- A choice of additional benefits including an educational webinar series.
For more information, email Free Trial.
A HAND UP!
"None of us has gotten where we are solely by pulling ourselves up from our own bootstraps. We got
here because somebody bent down and helped us." - Thurgood Marshall
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The Bible, Through the
Eyes of a Child
Here's our version of the
stories of the Bible if they
were to be told by a child.
Next were Abraham, his
son Isaac and his grandson
Jacob. Esau was Jacob's
brother, but Jacob was
more famous because Esau
sold him his birthmark for
some pot roast. Jacob had a
son, Joseph. Joseph wore a
really loud sports coat.
I am the founder of the
C.N.A.s (Christians "N" Action)
which is a ministry that has a heart for people and their needs.
We feed our community on a weekly basis and provide clothing to them
but, lately we haven't been able to because we have been out of funds. I
have tried to solicit funds for some time now. No one seems to be able to
help. While prayers are fine people still need food. The provisions have
come out-of-pocket (mine) up until this time, but I have run dry. I believe
that people want to make a change in their lives if some of us are willing
to lend a hand.
"CHRISTINA SHERMAN" passionatepromos@yahoo.com
(864) 207-0488
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Skip A Meal For Haiti
Most Americans eat at least three meals a day. Some eat more often.
Millions of people in Haiti have not had a meal in one week and a good
meal in recent memory. Will you skip a meal for the people of Haiti and
send the money to a relief agency?
Will you not eat one meal, on one day so that they can eat for a week?
The cost of lunch at almost any affordable restaurant in America is
between $5.00 and $14.00. Some restaurants have menus that serve four
and five course dinners that can cost as much as $100.00 per person, not
including beverages. For as little as two dollars a day, you can help
provide food, drinking water and some sanitation supplies for a Haitian
child or adult. A $14.00 contribution can help feed and hydrate a Haitian
child for a week. We can all afford to make a difference!
The Black Star Project is asking you to miss at least one meal this week
for the people of Haiti and to send the money that you would have spent
on your breakfast, lunch or dinner to a relief fund that is on the ground
working in Haiti.
Many people say they want to go to Haiti to help those affected by the
earthquake. The cost of a round trip flight from New York City to Portau-
Prince, Haiti is more than $2,000.00. Decent hotel lodging, which is
virtually impossible to find in Haiti, might cost another $2,000.00 for one
week. And your mouth would become another mouth to feed of more
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than 2 million people who need food and water day.
Instead of going to Haiti, will you miss a lunch for Haiti and send the
money you would have spent on that lunch to one of the on-the-ground
relief agencies listed below:
The Black Star Project (773.285.9600) recommends that you send your
contributions to:
Yele Haiti (Wyclef Jean's Relief Effort) at www.yele.org or text YELE to
501501 to donate $5.00 on your phone bill
UNICEF at www.unicefusa.org or call 800.367.5437
Doctors Without Borders at www.doctorswithoutborders.org or call
888.392.0392
American Red Cross at www.redcross.org or call 800.REDCROSS
(800.733.2767) or 800.257.7575 (Espanol)
Partners in Health at www.pih.org or call 617.432.5256
Charity water at http://www.charitywater.org
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America’s Original Savings Network
As amazing as it may sound many people do not realize how easy it is
to LEGALLY stop paying for their groceries! This is how the one hour
television show began for the company whose website is at:
http://nofullprices.net
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Are these manufacturer coupons or coupons that I print on my
computer?
A: All of our coupons are actual manufacturer coupons. Fewer and fewer
retailers accept coupons that are printed from your computer because of a
huge increase in counterfeit coupons. Actual manufacturer coupons which
we issue are accepted everywhere that coupons are accepted.
Q: Can these coupons be doubled?
A: Yes. These are manufacturer issued coupons and may be doubled in
any store that offers double coupons.
Q: What are the face values and the expiration dates of these coupons?
A: Being manufacturer coupons, the manufactuer determines the face
values of the coupons. We currently stock coupons ranging in value from
40 cents to 5.00 dollars. The coupon expiration dates are generally valid
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Q: How can I use $1,000.00 worth of coupons in 90 days?
A: With our program, you get to choose the coupons you want, when you
want them. This way you never have to worry about the coupons expiring.
Q:How do I choose the coupons I want?
A: Each coupon book contains coupon request slips which you fill out and
send in. Those coupons are then mailed to you.
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Ladies and Gentlemen:
I know of an excellent Charter School, you may have heard of it,
“Knowledge Is Power Program"
(KIPP).
It has 80% of its students continue on to college and it only goes up to the
8th grade. It’s fairly new with such a high success rate already. You may
have heard of it.
Now they are expanding to 9th grade and possibly beyond, but they are in
need of a building. I was hoping if anyone could help find a location or
know of somewhere. It would be greatly appreciated by our future
professionals, CEO's and potential politicians of America and me :)
Please contact me, my information is below, or
Mr. Aaron Bass, Principal 267-249-6089.
Thank you for your consideration in this matter. Have a Great Day.
Virginia D. Smith, Asst - MDT
Department of Human Services
Special Family Focus Services
215-300-2949 - Cell
215-683-6381 - Office
215-683-6408 - Fax
virginia.d.smith@phila.gov
May God Bless You Always in All Ways
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Volunteer In Africa
Explore a Continent of Contrasts while Volunteering in Africa
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aegis \EE-jis\
Protection; support;
Sponsorship;
patronage;
Guidance, direction,
or control.
For over a decade, Cross-Cultural Solutions has supported thousands of
volunteers in Africa on programs in Ghana, Morocco, South Africa and
Tanzania.
CCS volunteers work side-by-side with local people in community
organizations focused on supporting social services, education, and health
initiatives.
Discover one of the world’s most diverse continents and see firsthand the
challenges it faces and how you can make a positive impact with CCS.
Go to: www.cross-culturalsolutions.org
IT’S HERE!!
Our group A HAND UP! Is now open, please go to:
A HAND UP!
In response to the needs of many grassroots organizations for the basic
tools to implement and sustain their ideas and projects, The Coalition, Inc.
members have come together to establish a network to facilitate the
distribution/re-distribution of unwanted, unneeded, surplus and even
repairable items for recycling.
To join: A Hand Up!
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