The week of
January 16, 2012
Other Local Events and Workshops
Campaign for Working Families Tax Season Kick-Off
Kicking It Off with Mayor Nutter Friday, January 27, 2012 It’s the 10th Anniversary of The Campaign for Working Families! Join the Campaign and Mayor Michael Nutter on Friday, January 27, for...
What Colleges and Universities Can Do to Impact College Access and Career Readiness
What Colleges and Universities Can Do to Impact College Access and Career Readiness When: Tuesday, January 24, 5:00pm – 7:30pm Where: ARCH Building, Fireside Room – 2nd Floor (3601 Locust Walk)...
Accounting Workshop With Quickbooks
RRN Accounting Workshop With Quickbooks: Save the Date! Thursday, February 16, 6-8pm. The Enterprise Center Computer Lab. 4548 Market Street. What: Learn how upgrading to accounting software such...
Pennsylvania Budget and Policy Center’s 2012 Budget Summit
Budget policy center plans 2012 state budget summit Governor Tom Corbett will unveil a state budget plan next month that is likely to mark the fifth straight year of cuts to state services. The...
2012 World Class Philadelphia Summit
Economy League sponsors World Class Philadelphia event Over the past two years, more than 1,000 cross-sector leaders have brought their energy and passion for Greater Philadelphia to World Class...
Campus Philly Leadership Conference
On February 11, 2012, Temple University and Campus Philly will host a one-day leadership conference for all Philadelphia-area undergraduates. The day will begin with a keynote address by nationally...
New Resources
School Principal as Leader: Guiding Schools to Better Teaching and Learning
A new report from the Wallace Foundation, based on over 70 research reports and other publications from the foundation regarding school leadership, summarizes what makes for an effective principal...
Youth Leadership Development Trainings for your org
Interested in Training and Technical Assistance Youth Leadership Development Trainings If you are looking for trainings that are informed by experience and research, that touch upon many aspects of...
Half of US poor or low-income
Census: Half of US population poor or low-income Amid persistently high unemployment, rising living costs, and stagnating wages, nearly half of Americans now rate as poor or low-income, according to...
Revitalizing Distressed Older Suburbs
Revitalizing Distressed Older Suburbs This report from the What Works Collaborative reviews literature on strategies for revitalizing distressed older suburbs. Based on case studies of the most...
Opportunity for Black Men and Boys: Public Opinion, Media Depictions, and Media Consumption
Opportunity for Black Men and Boys: Public Opinion, Media Depictions, and Media Consumption This Open Society Institute report presents a literature review on the impact of media representations on...
Summer Learning: A New Vision for Supporting Students in Summer Programs
Summer Learning: A New Vision for Supporting Students in Summer Programs This report from the National Association of State Boards of Education provides a policy discussion guide on summer learning...
Addressing Nutrition, Overweight and Obesity Among Latino Youth
Addressing Nutrition, Overweight and Obesity Among Latino Youth This report from the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation examines the environmental, socio-economic, and cultural factors that affect...
Re-launched website: campusphilly.org
Happy New Year! In keeping with the tradition of the new year as a time for beginnings, Campus Philly is excited to announce the re-launch of We invite you to explore the re-launched site which has...
Partnerships Classifieds
Volunteers needed, Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia
Volunteers needed, Breakthrough of Greater Philadelphia Breakthrough is a six-year academic program that begins in middle school when our high-potential, low-income 7th and 8th graders are taught by...
Resource Builder, Campaign for Working Families
Who doesn’t need a Resource Builder Intervention? The Campaign is still looking for more Resource Builder volunteers for the 2011-12 tax season! Resource Builder volunteers connect families...
Southeast Philadelphia Collaborative Seeks Storefront Space
Southeast Philadelphia Collaborative Seeks Storefront Space An art project where youth from our three Teen Lounges will be creating a window installation and are looking for a storefront to display...
DHS seeks youth leaders to plan youth conference
DHS plans youth engagement conference, seeks representatives The Department of Human Services, Community Engagement unit is sponsoring a Youth Engagement Conference tentatively scheduled for May...
Volunteer Income Tax Preparers needed for new virtual site
Virtual volunteer tax preparers needed The traditional Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program offers free tax help to people who cannot afford paid professional assistance. Volunteers help...
National Conferences & Calls for Proposal
Community-based Social Marketing Workshop
This May I will be delivering a two-day introductory community-based social marketing workshop in Toronto, Canada (May 7 – 8). This two-day workshop provides a comprehensive introduction to...
Call for Proposals: Sustainability Education Summer Institute
The Sustainability Education Summer Institute (SESI) 2012 is seeking concurrent session proposals for this year’s conference on July 23-25, 2012 (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday). Concurrent...
Call for Proposals: Leaders Leading Leaders in Service Learning and Civic Engagement
The Call for Proposals for the Community College National Center for Community Engagement’s 21st Annual National Conference is now open! CCNCCE invites you to collaborate with your colleagues...
Grant Opportunities
2012 Do Something Awards
2012 Do Something Awards Deadline: March 1 The Do Something Awards (formerly the BR!CK Awards) identifies exceptional young social entrepreneurs, activists, and community leaders who have a...
2012 Wildlife Conservation Youth Engagement Grants
2012 Wildlife Conservation Youth Engagement Grants Deadline: February 1 Whether you’re in a city, rural area or a suburb, wildlife is all around you. In many places, wildlife faces challenges....
Disney Friends for Change Grants
Disney Friends for Change Grants Deadline: February 29 Disney Friends for Change Grants offer young change-makers an opportunity to receive a $1,000 grant to help make a lasting, positive change in...
Job Opportunities/AmeriCorps Opportunities
Director of Professional Services, Family and Community Service of DelCo
Director of Professional Services, Family and Community Service of Delaware County Family and Community Service of Delaware County seeks Director of Professional Services (DPS) to act as...
Customer Service Associate, Pennsylvania Association for Justice
Customer Service Associate, Pennsylvania Association for Justice Posted on: December 27, 2011 Professional association seeks energetic whiz at customer support and sales to join our Member Services...
Housing Advocate, Valley Youth House
Housing Advocate, Valley Youth House Posted on: December 27, 2011 Posted by: Valley Youth House The Achieving Independence Center (AIC) is a “one-stop center” designed to help young people, ages...
Foster Care Case Manager, Concilio
Foster Care Case Manager, Concilio Posted on: December 28, 2011 General Description: The Foster Care Case Manager provides case management services under contract from the Pennsylvania Department of...
Permanency Specialist, Concilio
Permanency Specialist, Concilio Posted on: December 28, 2011 General Description: The Permanency Specialist provides case management services under contract from the Pennsylvania Department of Public...
Family Advocate, Mental Health Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania
[posted 1/10/2012] Family Advocate The Mental Health Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania (MHASP) is a non-profit citizen’s organization that develops, supports and promotes innovative...
Children’s Health Event Coordinator and Special Projects Assistant, PCCY
Children’s Health Event Coordinator and Special Projects Assistant, PCCY Posted on: January 4, 2012 Public Citizens for Children and Youth is looking for a part-time (24-28 hours spread over 3-4...
Contract Compliance /Loan Administration, Women’s Opportunities Resource Center
Contract Compliance /Loan Administration, Women’s Opportunities Resource Center Posted on: January 4, 2012 POSITION SUMMARY: The Lending and Training/Contract Compliance create and maintain...
Office Administration/Receptionist, Women’s Opportunities Resource Center
Office Administration/Receptionist, Women’s Opportunities Resource Center Posted on: January 4, 2012 Posted by: Women’s Opportunities Resource Center QUALIFICATIONS: Three years...
Supervisor of Senior Services, Jewish Family & Children’s Service
Supervisor–Senior Services, Jewish Family & Children’s Service Posted on: January 4, 2012 As Program Supervisor, the qualified individual will be responsible for the oversight of our...
Student Success Center Coordinator, Philadelphia Academies
Student Success Center Coordinator, Philadelphia Academies Posted on: January 5, 2012 Reports to: Senior Manager of Student Success Centers Primary Objective: General Description: Student Success...
Employment Specialist, St. John’s Community Services
Employment Specialist, St. John’s Community Services Posted on: January 5, 2012 EMPLOYMENT SPECIALISTS will assist with the development of employment and training opportunities for adults with...
Servant Year, Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania
DIOCESE of PA – Paid Social Service Positions (housing+health+stipend) Posted on: January 5, 2012 SERVANT YEAR Urban Internships in Philadelphia Servant Year is a faith-based, AmeriCorps,...
Fresh Food & Marketing Director, Greensgrow Farms
Fresh Food & Marketing Director, Greensgrow Farms [emailed 1/10/2012] Greensgrow Farms is looking for a passionate self-starter to become the Farm’s liaison to Greensgrow’s customer and fresh...
Rivers, Trails, Conservation Assistance Fellows
[emailed 1/9/2012] RTCA Fellows: A Partnership between the National Park Service, Student Conservation Association, and AmeriCorps Background: In June 2010, NPS was awarded an AmeriCorps National...
Community Health Educator, Congreso de Latinos Unidos
[emailed 1/9/2012] Congreso is actively looking for an enthusiastic individual to fill the full-time position of Community Health Educator. This person will be responsible for conducting culturally...
Miscellaneous
Excellence in Summer Learning Award
National Summer Learning Association: Excellence in Summer Learning Award The Excellence in Summer Learning Award recognizes an outstanding summer program that demonstrates excellence in accelerating...
Effective Breakfast Models: Thinking Outside of the Cafeteria and After the Bell
Bring School Breakfast to Your Community January 31, 2012; Webinar 4:00 – 5:00 EST Join us for Effective Breakfast Models: Thinking Outside of the Cafeteria and After the Bell, the third in a...
Family Literacy Awards
The National Center for Family Literacy (NCFL) is now accepting applications for two grants to promote family literacy and parent engagement. The Toyota Family Literacy Teacher of the Year Award will...
Splashlife Lincoln Awards for Women Entrepreneurs
Splashlife Lincoln Awards for Women Entrepreneurs Deadline: February 14 Identifying, honoring and supporting the next wave of entrepreneurs to help them take charge of America’s future. As...
25 Most Powerful and Influential Young People
The 25 Most Powerful and Influential Young People Deadline: January 31 YSA is launching the inaugural YSA List of “The 25 Most Powerful and Influential Young People” in celebration of our...
Achieving Results Through Community School Partnerships
Please join the Center for American Progress for a special presentation: Achieving Results Through Community School Partnerships District and Community Strategies for Building Effective Relationships...
Where Do Families Go After Foreclosure?
Webinar: Where Do Families Go After Foreclosure? January 26, 2012, 2 EST The Center for Housing Policy, in partnership with The Urban Institute, will host a webinar that examines a recent Urban...
Using Marketing Strategies To Boost Demand for School Lunch
Using Marketing Strategies To Boost Demand for School Lunch Sponsored by School Nutrition Policy Webinar Series January 26th 10-11 AM Pacific Standard Time School Nutrition Policy Webinar Series...
Campus Philly Online Internship Fair
Need an Intern? Get ready for the next Campus Philly Online Internship Fair! Campus Philly, the regional nonprofit that partners with 26 regional colleges and universities to attract, engage and...
Campus Microfinance Alliance summer program
About: In partnership with The Aspen Institute, the Campus Microfinance Alliance announces Lend for America, a new summer program for undergraduates interested in microfinance, social...
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