The Society of Environmental Journalists is the only North American membership association of professional journalists dedicated to more and better coverage of environment-related issues. SEJ’s mission is to strengthen the quality, reach, and viability of journalism across all media to advance public understanding of environmental issues.

SEJ’s Fund for Environmental Journalism invests in public-service reporting on environment and the journalists who produce it. Through the funds, grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded to support the development and dissemination of significant coverage that otherwise could not be completed. Funds may be used to underwrite stipends for freelancers and budget lines for direct expenses such as travel, multimedia production, translation, data sets, or document costs.

In 2019, grants will support journalism projects focused on drinking water or stormwater issues in the United States.

See the SEJ website for complete program guidelines, information about previous grant recipients, and application instructions.

Deadline: November 15, 2018

http://www.sej.org/initiatives/fund-for-environmental-journalism

The NewSchools Venture Fund is a national nonprofit that supports and invests in promising entrepreneurs and teams of educators eager to re-imagine learning and helps them accomplish their goal of achieving outstanding results for the schools, students, and educators they serve. The fund is committed to helping students graduate high school prepared and inspired to achieve their most ambitious dreams and plans.

To advance this mission, the fund is accepting applications for its Innovative Schools program.

Through the program, the fund will invest in new and redesigned pre-K-12 public schools across the country, in both school districts and charter networks. Priority will be given to schools that prepare students — regardless of the future they might want to pursue — with everything they need to be successful in college, career, and life.

The fund is seeking teams of educators who begin with a clear definition of student success as their guide and can design a school that meets the full range of their students’ needs. Investments include new schools, redesigned schools, and partnerships with model providers. However, this particular funding opportunity will focus only on teams planning to launch a new school in the next one to three years.

NewSchools will select the most promising teams of educators for investments in their planning phase. Funding support will range between $50,000 and $200,000 and will include participation in a cohort experience to help teams refine their designs and prepare for launch within the next one to two years.

See the NewSchools Venture Fund for complete program guidelines and submission instructions.

Deadline: November 26, 2018

https://www.newschools.org/invent/

A Blade of Grass provides resources to artists who demonstrate artistic excellence and serve as conduits for innovative social change. To that end, ABOG is inviting applications for its 2019 Fellowship for Engaged Art.

The program supports courageous artists eager to create exchanges, experiences, and structures that highlight seemingly intractable social problems, inspire audiences, and energize folks to participate in and sustain long-term social change work.

Selected fellows will receive $20,000 in minimally restricted support; comprehensive written field research reports that use action research methodology; an expense-paid two-day orientation retreat in New York City where they engage with a cohort of peer artists and ABOG staff and board (a requirement for the fellowship); ongoing invitations to networking events twice annually (attendance voluntary); and ongoing promotion of the fellow’s project through ABOG social media networks and website. In addition to direct artist support, another primary goal of ABOG is to make the “invisible” parts of socially engaged art visible. ABOG does this through documentary films, publications, Web content, and public programming.

Eligible applicants include individual artists or artists collectives with projects that engage directly with a specific community or communities. Artists may not currently be enrolled as students, be at least twenty-five years of age, and be a legal resident or citizen of the United States. Applicants must not have received a full ABOG Socially Engaged Art Fellowship as an individual or as part of an artist collective in the last three years.

For complete program guidelines, information about previous fellows, and application procedures, see the ABOG website.

Deadline: November 16, 2018

Fellowship Program

https://phillyalumnae-dst.org/sat-prep-2018/

Job title: Office Manager
Status: Salaried, $28,000

Position Summary
UTC’s Office Manager aims to promote a healthy office/organizational culture by completing key administrative tasks; maintaining effective office and communication systems and processes that aid Staff in fulfilling their roles; and clarifying and upholding the organization’s policies in alignment with its mission and vision forward. The Office Manager organizes and manages of all general office functions, and coordinates administrative activities.

Duties and responsibilities
Office Management
 Manage all office and administrative duties and tasks in alignment with UTC’s mission, values and forward vision. Support and carry out the organizational strategy as articulated by organizational leadership.
 Support the Executive Director (ED) in establishing and developing an office culture and environment that is welcoming, inviting, transparent, and upholds confidentiality.
 Ensure UTC’s office is equipped with supplies, materials, and equipment that is necessary for Staff to perform their roles.
 Troubleshoot technology challenges (as appropriate); order IT services and office machinery maintenance as needed.
 Develop and maintain effective office filing systems and ensure that all organizational documents are filed electronically/hard copies on a regular basis for Staff to access as needed.
 Seek opportunities to streamline organizational tracking systems and processes.
 Facilitate communications among staff, between staff & ED (as appropriate, as requested), between ED & Board (as requested) and between UTC and outside contacts as appropriate.
 Regularly check office voicemail, and answer UTC’s office phone. Stay informed/updated on/participate in UTC’s programs/events to effectively field calls/emails; direct outside contacts to appropriate Staff. Ability to effectively articulate UTC’s mission, vision, values.
 Ensure that sensitive/confidential organizational information and resources in the office are secured through locked keys/drawers, and electronic password protection.

Administrative Duties
 Human Resource Functions: help prepare and review offer letters; conduct new hire paperwork and onboarding including setting up emails, timesheets, online accounts and completing clearances; maintain HR files; uphold and help clarify UTC’s policies; and uphold a strict level of confidentiality. Account for all Staff timesheets and complete payroll on time and with attention to detail. Upon leave of a Staff person ensure all accounts are closed and UTC items/property are returned. Perform and support other HR duties as requested by ED.
 Fiscal Functions: complete all accounts payables and receivables tasks with approval and support of ED; pay bills and cut checks on time; make weekly deposits of incoming revenue; and ensure that all items are properly coded and prepared for the Bookkeeper and Accountant in a timely fashion. Uphold and improve upon UTC’s fiscal policies. Support organizational budgeting processes, and fiscal audits, and other fiscal tasks as requested by the ED.
 Data Collection & Maintenance: support ED in training Staff and interns on organizational databases, data collection forms, and filing systems; ensure that donor database is regularly updated and thank you letters to all donors are completed in a timely fashion. Complete data entry as necessary; and support the ED in developing organizational reports.
 Schedule and organize staff or organizational meetings/events as requested by ED.
 Supervise, train, and inspire administrative support staff, interns and volunteers – providing clear roles and tasks, and regular feedback of their performance and development.
 Attend UTC staff and individual meetings, participate in fundraising and organizational events, and participate in professional development opportunities.
 Perform other administrative duties as requested.

Qualifications
 Education: Must have obtained a high school diploma and/or G.E.D. equivalency. A business degree, or coursework specifically in accounting, finance, management or HR law are strongly preferred.
 Experience: A minimum of three years of experience in office administration or management experience. A minimum of two years of experience working in HR and Fiscal capacities within non-profit organizations. Experience working in urban communities and communities of color – with a social justice framework is preferred.
 Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to articulate and carryout organizational policies and procedures; gives attention to details while moving projects/tasks along to meet required/desired timelines; strong organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, QuickBooks, payroll software and various online platforms and data systems are required.
 Abilities: Ability to lift up to 15 pounds; and to complete computer work for extensive periods.
 Other Characteristics: operates with a high level of integrity; commitment to racial, economic, environmental and social justice; respect for people of all cultures, backgrounds and identities; commitment to personal and professional growth and development; open to new experiences.
 Other Requirements: Can pass all background checks as required by the organization. Having a driver’s license and clean driving record is strongly preferred.

UTC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. People of color, women, working class people, lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications of a resume and cover letter should be sent to noelle@urbantreeconnection.org with the subject heading, ‘Office Manager.’ Please do not call to inquire about this position.

Sixteen ACME stores in the Philadelphia area adopted the Coalition Against Hunger as their charity partner to receive Hunger Is donations. Your donations will help to support the Coalition’s Youth Breakfast program which helps local schools to serve a free, nutritious breakfast every day during the school week to many of its students who might otherwise start their school day hungry.

Thank you for all of your continued support!

– All of us at Greater Philadelphia Coalition Against Hunger

Philadelphia Corporation for Aging will again offer a cutting-edge program and continuing education for professionals who work with older adults when it holds its annual Regional Conference on Aging from September 26-28 at PCA, 642 N. Broad St.

Nationally and regionally recognized experts will present practical and current information relevant to anyone working in the aging arena. Designed to help senior-serving organizations stretch their education and training budgets, the conference is a cost-effective and convenient way for participants to increase their knowledge and skills and obtain the continuing education units (CEUs) needed for nursing or social work certifications.

Each of the conference’s 30 half-day sessions costs $40. Full-time graduate students and attendees 65-plus receive a discounted rate of $20 per session. For all attendees, CEUs cost an additional $20 per 2.5-hour session. Registration includes free parking, coffee in the morning, and bottled water and cookies in the afternoon.

For more details or to register, go here.

https://www.regonline.com/registration/Checkin.aspx?EventID=2523861

About Stephan Stoeckl, Jeffrey R. Smith and the Philadelphia Boys Choir & Chorale

Stephan Stoeckl first joined the staff of the Philadelphia Boys Choir as marketing director in 2009. He was selected to be executive director in 2016. Jeffrey R. Smith is an alumnus of the Choir and stepped into the position of music director in 2004. The Philadelphia Boys Choir & Chorale is known as “America’s Ambassadors of Song,” having proudly represented both the City of Philadelphia and the United States on its many concert tours across the globe. The Choir is comprised of talented boys from around the region, and the Chorale of former Choir members, talented dads and others. The organization also offers a program for girls, the Philadelphia Girls Choir, which has grown tremendously since its creation in 2012.

Advance registration is required as space is limited; please email the RFC at nonprofit@freelibrary.org.

Thursday, September 20 | 10:00am – 12:00pm
Parkway Central | 4th Floor | Skyline Room

Website listing:
https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/event/79737

Is your organization ready to seek corporate support? Corporate grantmakers are different from traditional foundations in many ways. This class provides a basic overview of:

• The different types of corporate giving
• What motivates corporations to give
• How to find potential corporate partners

Prior attendance at Introduction to Finding Grants and Introduction to Proposal Writing is strongly recommended. If you have not attended these programs please click on the links above to watch the free webinar versions of these programs.

Advance registration is required as space is limited; please contact the RFC at nonprofit@freelibrary.org.

Tuesday, September 25 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Parkway Central Library | 4th Floor | Rooms 405/406/407
19th and Vine Streets, Philadelphia

Website listing: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/event/79676

Prospect research plays a strategic role in fundraising. This workshop will outline the basics of prospect research that can help your organization uncover funding opportunities within your donor base. During this interactive workshop you will learn:

• how to identify individual prospects and build prospect profiles
• how to access publicly-available wealth and philanthropic data
• best practices to consider when conducting and sharing prospect research

The program is presented by Jessica Wade, Development Research Specialist, Science History Institute (Philadelphia, PA). Jessica joined the Science History Institute in 2013, when the Institute was known as the Chemical Heritage Foundation. As a member of the Development team, Jessica is the Institute’s sole prospect researcher. Jessica obtained an MA in European History from Villanova University. She is a member of Apra International and has served as Membership Director on the Board of Apra-Pennsylvania since January 2018.

Advance registration is required as space is limited; please contact the RFC at nonprofit@freelibrary.org.

Tuesday, September 18 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Parkway Central Library | 4th Floor | Rooms 405/406/407

Website listing: https://libwww.freelibrary.org/calendar/event/79684

Join Young Involved Philadelphia (YIP) as we kick off the 9th annual State of Young Philly (SOYP) during our annual Civic Engagement Fair.

On opening night of SOYP, you will meet and greet many organizations representing the most innovative non-profit, governmental and advocacy groups in Philadelphia. Each participating organization will have representatives present to introduce you to their organization’s mission, tell you about their upcoming events, and recruit new volunteers and committee members. When you’re not signing up to volunteer with these great organizations, you will have the opportunity to connect with other civically minded young professionals over drinks and light fare. Drink tickets will be available for $5 each.

YIP State of Young Philly Civic Engagement Fair 2018
Philadelphia, PA
Join Young Involved Philadelphia (YIP) as we kick off the 9th annual State of Young Philly (SOYP) during our annual Civic Engagement Fair. On opening night of SOYP, you will meet and greet many organizations representing t…
Thursday, October 11 2018 6:00 PM — 9:00 PM

Education & Libation: Panel Discussion with Minds Matter Philly
Philadelphia, PA
Each fall, Young Involved Philadelphia (YIP) hosts State of Young Philly (SOYP), a dynamic 10-day event series filled with programming designed to connect young Philadelphians of every background, showcase their positive i…
Friday, October 12 2018 6:00 PM — 7:30 PM

Slay the Gerrymander: Draw the Lines Voting District Mapathon
Phildelphia, PA
Draw districts. Eat food. Fix democracy. Come join us to learn about Draw the Lines and draw your own PA congressional map, to show our elected officials that ordinary people are ready to reclaim the political redistrictin… Saturday, October 13 2018 4:00 PM — 6:00 PM

Building Resilience in Low-Income Youth through Yoga and Mindfulness
Philadelphia, PA
Come enjoy a one-hour yoga session, followed by a presentation and discussion on building resilience in low-income youth through mentoring and mindfulness. This event will be presented by two local non-profit organizations…
Sunday, October 14 2018 9:30 AM — 11:30 AM

Modern Day Slavery: Human Trafficking
Philadelphia, PA
Each fall, Young Involved Philadelphia (YIP) hosts State of Young Philly (SOYP), a dynamic 10-day event series filled with programming designed to connect young Philadelphians of every background, showcase their positive i…
Sunday, October 14 2018 1:00 PM — 2:30 PM

Bake a Difference!
Philadelphia, PA
Join Challah for Hunger, a national non-profit that builds communities inspired and equipped to take action against hunger, and Repair the World, an organization committed to making volunteering a defining element of Ameri…
Sunday, October 14 2018 3:00 PM — 5:00 PM

Youth Advocacy Lightning Rounds
Philadelphia, PA
Do you know what youth in Philadelphia care about? Hint: It’s a lot more than IG filters and Snapchat! Youth-led advocacy groups in Philadelphia are spearheading social change around some of the most pressing challenges in… Monday, October 15 2018 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

How to Build a Socially and Environmentally Effective Business
Philadelphia, PA
Join us on October 15th for an evening with local Philadelphia business leaders who have created companies that not only turn a profit, but support our community and environment.
Monday, October 15 2018 7:00 PM — 8:30 PM

Feeding People Through Advocacy
Philadelphia, PA
Each fall, Young Involved Philadelphia (YIP) hosts State of Young Philly (SOYP), a dynamic 10-day event series filled with programming designed to connect young Philadelphians of every background, showcase their positive i…
Tuesday, October 16 2018 4:00 PM — 6:30 PM

Let’s Talk About Death, Baby: A Panel Discussion About All the Good Things AND the Bad Things
Philadelphia, PA
Please note: Location is to be determined, and timing of event is subject to change. Final details coming soon!
Wednesday, October 17 2018 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Carving Change with Bethesda Project
Philadelphia, PA
Come join us for an evening of competitive crafts and tasty drafts to benefit Bethesda Project!
Thursday, October 18 2018 6:00 PM — 9:00 PM

Free Library of I Didn’t Know You Did That: Meet Your 21st Century Library
Philadelphia, PA
So you think you know the Free Library of Philadelphia? Think again! Join librarians on a tour of historic Parkway Central Library to learn more about the curiosities, services, and exciting new initiatives available at Par…
Thursday, October 18 2018 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Why Harrisburg Matters
Philadelphia, PA
Each fall, Young Involved Philadelphia (YIP) hosts State of Young Philly (SOYP), a dynamic 10-day event series filled with programming designed to connect young Philadelphians of every background, showcase their positive i…
Thursday, October 18 2018 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

From Trail Rider to Trail Leader
Philadelphia, PA
Circuit Trails Coalition members are building 500 miles of trail in Greater Philadelphia by 2025. Join us for a trip to beautiful Bartram’s Garden and learn about leadership and volunteer opportunities to help advance trai…
Friday, October 19 2018 6:00 PM — 8:00 PM

Woke AF Quizzo
Philadelphia, PA
Each fall, Young Involved Philadelphia (YIP) hosts State of Young Philly (SOYP), a dynamic 10-day event series filled with programming designed to connect young Philadelphians of every background, showcase their positive i…
Friday, October 19 2018 7:00 PM — 9:00 PM

Global Philadelphia Association’s (GPA) “Sustainable Development Goals Pitch Night”
Philadelphia, PA
Global Philadelphia Association’s (GPA) “Sustainable Development Goals Pitch Night” provides a fun and innovative platform for locals to identify a need in their city around 5 of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Developme…
Saturday, October 20 2018 1:00 PM — 4:00 PM

For more information, go here.

https://soyp.ticketleap.com/

You are invited to join Focus on Fathers as we celebrate 15 years of excellence, serving fathers throughout Philadelphia.

During the conference, we will celebrate fatherhood through connection and collaboration.The day will consist of workshops, panel discussions, and a keynote address by Health Promotion Council’s Sr. Director of Operations and Training, Marlin Williams, MBA.

Lunch will be provided. Please RSVP by September 17, 2018. Thanks, and we look forward to your participation!

The audience for this conference is anyone who serves or works with fathers and wants to connect with other service providers

Date and Time
Monday, September 24, 2018
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EDT

Location
Centre Square East
1500 Market Street
Lower Mezzanine
Philadelphia, PA 19102

Register Here
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/focus-on-fathers-conference-lets-connect-tickets-48700678039

Do you want to change the world by starting a business? SEED SPOT, a globally ranked social entrepreneurship incubator, runs entrepreneurship programs to help you launch and grow your dream in Philadelphia. SEED SPOT surrounds you with access to experts, mentors, investors, 0% interest loans, and a proven business curriculum to grow your business. Best of all – SEED SPOT does not take equity in your company!

2-Day Launch Camp Philly
What: Intensive 2-day program to launch your business
When: October 18-19th, 2018
Time: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm each day

Register Today!
https://seedspot.org/communities/launch-camp-philadelphia-oct2018/

To learn more about our 2-Day Launch Camp, check out the website (https://seedspot.org/) or contact the organizer at Allyou2017@outlook.com.

WHYY, 150 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

RSVP online by September 12, 2018.

Participation is FREE.

Symposium Agenda

8:30 – 10 a.m.
Poster Session: Bridging the Gaps Student Community Health Projects

10:15 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Plenary Session: Bridging the Gaps Perspectives

Awards Ceremony

BTG 2018 Annual Award recipient
Dr. Howard Stevenson, nationally recognized clinical psychologist focusing on mental health and racial literacy.

Dr. Howard Stevenson is the Constance Clayton Professor of Urban Education and Professor of Africana Studies in the Graduate School of Education at the University of Pennsylvania. He is a nationally recognized clinical psychologist and researcher on the use of racial literacy to negotiate racial conflicts in K-12 education, community mental health centers, parenting and police work. He directs the Racial Empowerment Collaborative (at Penn) and Forward Promise, a national philanthropic initiative. He currently leads two mental health research projects funded by the National Institutes of Health. His recent best seller, “Promoting Racial Literacy in Schools: Differences That Make a Difference” (2014) aims to reduce racial threat reactions in face-to-face encounters.

Bridging the Gaps is committed to forging partnerships with individuals and organizations dedicated to the promotion of health in underserved communities. The Annual Symposium is free to the public and is based on the work of students who have participated in the past program year.

Participating Educational Institutions: Bryn Mawr College; DeSales University;  Drexel University; Geisinger Commonwealth; Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine; Lehigh Valley Health Network; Marywood University ; Moravian College; Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; Rowan University; Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey; Temple University; Thomas Jefferson University; University of Pennsylvania; University of Pittsburgh; University of the Sciences.

To learn more, please contact Ellen Martinak
Bridging the Gaps Program Office
Phone 215-898-4141
Email: btgpchip@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
http://www.bridgingthegaps.info

Please share this invitation with others who might wish to attend.

In September 2018, Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral will host “Reparations for Incarceration,” an art exhibit by Mary DeWitt. DeWitt tells the stories of incarcerated women through painted portraits, often integrating personal quotes or memories into the pieces.

https://www.marydewittpainting.com/

Along with Mary’s exhibit, the Cathedral is excited to welcome Paulette Carrington, a 2018 recipient of the Leeway Foundation’s Art and Change grant, as a guest speaker for a variety of community events.

At 16, Paulette was sentenced to life without parole, becoming what is known as a juvenile lifer. One year ago, after 40 years in prison, Paulette was released from prison because of a Supreme Court decision on juvenile sentencing reform.

Through the generosity of the Leeway Foundation, Paulette and Mary have partnered together to share their stories as well as their visions for our country’s much-needed criminal justice and incarceration reform.

The Cathedral is honored to host them and join in their commitment to addressing the state of mass incarceration in the U.S.

Thursday, September 20th | 6:00-8:00 PM
Reparations for Incarceration: We Need Justice Reform Now
Co-hosted by Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral & POWER
Conversation with Paulette Carrington followed by
Q&A panel on criminal justice reform with community leaders

Sunday, September 23rd | 2:00-4:00 PM
Reparations for Incarceration: A Diocesan Conversation on Mass Incarceration
Conversation with Paulette Carrington followed by Q&A panel with faith leaders  from the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania

Tuesday, September 25th | 6:30-8:30 PM
Reparations for Incarceration: When Art and Activism Meet
Conversation between Paulette Carrington and Mary Dewitt followed by
Q&A panel with community and educational leaders including Dr. Donald Generals, President of Community College of Philadelphia and Dr. Chas Howard, Chaplain, University of Pennsylvania

All events will be at Philadelphia Episcopal Cathedral. These events are free and open to the public.

Qualifications:
 Commitment to Mission: Passion for serving low-income populations and strong and demonstrated commitment to social justice, various forms of equity and anti-poverty initiatives. Understanding of the root causes of poverty and systems and structures that perpetuate inequality.
 Personal qualities. Clarifi requires the highest ethical standards and integrity in service to our clients and partners. The ideal candidate will possess maturity, self-awareness, empathy, flexibility, cultural humility, and an exceptional capacity for team and community building.
 Strong interpersonal and one-on-one coaching skills. Ability to form strong, trusting partnerships with clients, and to provide financial coaching that is non-judgmental, empathetic, and culturally proficient.
 Interest in personal finance and comfort with quantitative calculations: Having a prior background in personal finance is not required in this role, as training and certification in personal finance will be provided. Interest in learning about, and building proficiency in, personal and consumer finance.
 Commitment to innovation, excellence, and entrepreneurship. Energized to work in an entrepreneurial, growth-oriented nonprofit organization. Demonstrated commitment to testing and evaluating new ideas and to building a model organization. The ideal candidate will be proactive team player, with a willingness to pitch-in to support larger goals. Detail-focused and strong commitment to client services and consumer protection.
 Excellent organizational and communication skills. Detail-oriented with the ability to complete work accurately and efficiently. Exceptional presentation, organizational, written and verbal communication skills.. Ability to understand and develop processes to make workflows manageable and replicable. Excellent computer literacy, including web based applications and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
 College degree or a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Proficiency or fluency in Chinese, Russian or Spanish a plus.

Essential Functions:
Financial Counseling and Coaching
 Participate in intensive substantive coaching and counseling training in financial management, personal finance, credit, and pre-purchase and obtain designated certifications including from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling, the Department of Housing and Urban Development and NeighborWorks Center for Homeownership Education and Counseling, as necessary and within required timeframes.
 Maintain counselor certification by earning required number of Professional Development Units annually through counseling, continuing education and workshops or seminars.
o Provide high quality financial counseling and coaching sessions that promote financial stability and encourage access to Clarifi programs that further financial capability.
o Support FSS clients to achieve their goals and reach benchmark targets in five core areas: (1) income and employment; (2) credit and debt; (3) savings; (4) utilization of high quality financial services; and (5) asset development. Work with clients around goal setting, budgeting, building credit, savings, accessing high quality financial products, pursuing educational and employment goals, homeownership, small business development, and saving for children’s education.
 Document recommendations in an individualized action plan and effectively communicate with clients so that clients understand their role in their own success.
 Conduct initial needs assessment, and refer clients to other service providers and other resources as needed.
o Build and maintain relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy, providing exceptional service and actionable information appropriate to situation. Deliver core elements of a financial plan to families in a way that is professional, culturally proficient, non-judgmental, relevant, and valuable.
 Follow up with clients to evaluate effectiveness of action plans, documenting both client success and challenges encountered during action plan implementation.
 Support clients in understanding and utilizing their FSS escrow savings toward their goals. including post-secondary education, small business development, homeownership, and credit building.

General FSS Program Engagement
 Program outreach. Support the Program Director in conducting FSS outreach and recruitment activities. This includes providing FSS orientations and informational sessions on-site at PHA and other community organizations. The outreach materials tap into and build upon families’ deeply held aspirations for themselves and for their children. The program will partner and co-brand with PHA to frame FSS as an opportunity to pursue dreams and goals, such as owning a home, obtaining a college degree, starting a business, saving for children’s education, or becoming debt-free.
 Program enrollment. Help execute FSS Contract of Participation (COP) and Individual Training and Services Plan (ITSP), and ensure that clients stay on track toward program graduation.
 Workshop coordination. Assist the Program Director with providing high quality, culturally proficient financial education workshops, which are a core component of the program model. Financial education workshops focus on the following topics: (1) goal setting and budgeting; (2) credit building and debt management; and (3) savings and asset building. Workshops help build the financial skills, confidence, and practices that are predictive of future financial well-being. Responsibilities might include communicating with prospective and current clients, coordinating materials and presenters, assisting and/or teaching in workshops, and coordinating the administrative components of running the workshops.
 Resource development and community partnerships. Identify and refer participants to other resources and services needed to achieve their goals (e.g. social services, legal assistance, job training, homeownership counseling, small business development training, post-secondary education, etc.).
 General program support, development, and review. Participate, as needed, in overall program development activities, including but not limited to strategy sessions with Clarifi, Compass, and PHAstaff and partners to drive and improve overall program performance.

Data Quality
 Manage confidential client information with a rigorous dedication to organizational security protocols around every aspect of client data. Activities associated with the management of client data include the creation and maintenance of client files, electronic data entry activities, direct communication with clients, and management of survey data
 Maintain accurate client information in client management systems and document management tools, internal and external to the agency
 Perform program related data entry with minimal errors
 Identify and implement process changes to streamline data management efforts
 Share client and program information with community partners through appropriate mechanisms to advance client service and program evaluation
 Conduct quality management tasks in client and funder management databases
 Generate reports, narratives and other documentation to show progress of clients as requested by specific projects

General Administration
 Maintain regular and predictable attendance with flexible work schedule (including evening and weekend) hours and branch locations responsive to client needs.
 Perform special projects and/or assignments as directed by management.

Travel:
Position is based in Philadelphia. Travel will be required throughout Philadelphia by automobile to various program sites, partner meetings, workshops, events and conferences related to FSS. Candidate must be a licensed driver with full time access to reliable, properly registered and insured car and be able and willing to travel to locations within organization’s service area. Initial training may be conducted in Boston and will require overnight stays and travel by train. Thereafter, occasional travel by air or train and overnight stays may be required to represent organization at meetings or conference outside of Philadelphia area.

Physical Demands:
There are no special physical demands required by this position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of position.

Work Environment:
The environment for this position is standard office environment. In addition to the office responsibilities, there are off-site workshops, presentations and community outreach events. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FLSA Status: Exempt
Date Prepared: March 27, 2018
Prepared By: Markita Morris-Louis, SVP and General Counsel
Clarifi is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce.

Applicants can apply at http://www.clarifi.org.

Qualifications:
 Commitment to Mission. Passion for serving low-income populations and strong and demonstrated commitment to social justice, various forms of equity, and anti-poverty initiatives. Understanding of the root causes of poverty and systems and structures that perpetuate inequality.
 Personal qualities. Clarifi requires the highest ethical standards and integrity in service to our clients and partners. The ideal candidate will possess maturity, self-awareness, empathy, flexibility, cultural humility, and an exceptional capacity for team and community building.
 Strong interpersonal and one-on-one coaching skills. Ability to form strong, trusting partnerships with clients and to provide financial coaching that is non-judgmental, empathetic, and culturally proficient.
 Interest in personal finance and comfort with quantitative calculations. Strong personal finance competencies are not required prior to applying for the role, as training and certification in personal finance will be provided. Interest in learning about, and building proficiency in, personal and consumer finance.
 Commitment to innovation, excellence, and entrepreneurship. Energized to work in an entrepreneurial, growth-oriented nonprofit organization. Demonstrated commitment to testing and evaluating new ideas and to building a model organization. The ideal candidate will be a proactive team player with a willingness to pitch in to support larger goals. Detail-focused and strong commitment to client services and consumer protection.
 Excellent organizational and communication skills. Detail-oriented with the ability to complete work accurately and efficiently. Exceptional presentation, organizational, written and verbal communication skills. Ability to understand and develop processes to make workflows manageable and replicable. Excellent computer literacy, including web-based applications and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
 College degree or a minimum of 5 years relevant work experience required.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Proficiency or fluency in Chinese, Russian or Spanish a plus.

Essential Functions:
Team Lead
 Manage a team of Financial Counselors serving clients.
 Provide guidance, support, and training; manage team projects as they relate to program and organizational development.
 Assist Program Director in meeting program enrollment targets and ensure Financial Counselors are meeting client asset building and financial security objectives and outcomes.
 Meet regularly with Program Director to provide program updates and to identify and solve problems or inefficiencies. Provide support and input on specialized projects to leadership team when requested.
 Support Program Director in ensuring fidelity to the Compass FSS Program Model.

Financial Counseling and Coaching
 Participate in intensive substantive coaching and counseling training in financial management, personal finance, credit, and pre-purchase and obtain designated certifications including from the National Foundation for Credit Counseling, the Department of Housing and Urban Development and NeighborWorks Center for Homeownership Education and Counseling, as necessary and within required timeframes.
 Maintain counselor certification by earning required number of Professional Development Units annually through counseling, continuing education, and workshops or seminars.
 Provide high quality financial counseling and coaching sessions that promote financial stability and encourage access to Clarifi programs that further financial capability.
 Support FSS clients to achieve their goals and reach benchmark targets in five core areas: (1) income and employment; (2) credit and debt; (3) savings; (4) utilization of high quality financial services; and (5) asset development. Work with clients around goal setting, budgeting, building credit, savings, accessing high quality financial products, pursuing educational and employment goals, homeownership, small business development, and saving for children’s education.
 Document recommendations in an individualized action plan and effectively communicate with clients so that clients understand their role in their own success.
 Conduct initial needs assessment and refer clients to other service providers and resources as needed.
 Build and maintain relationships with clients by demonstrating empathy, providing exceptional service and actionable information appropriate to situation. Deliver core elements of a financial plan to families in a way that is professional, culturally proficient, non-judgmental, relevant, and valuable.
 Follow up with clients to evaluate effectiveness of action plans, documenting both client success and challenges encountered during action plan implementation.
 Support clients in understanding and utilizing their FSS escrow savings toward their goals. including post-secondary education, small business development, homeownership, and credit building.

General FSS Program Engagement
 Program outreach. In collaboration with the Program Director, coordinate FSS outreach and recruitment activities. This includes providing FSS orientations and informational sessions on-site at PHA and other community organizations. Outreach materials tap into and build upon families’ deeply held aspirations for themselves and for their children. The program will partner and co-brand with PHA to frame FSS as an opportunity for clients to pursue goals and dreams, such as owning a home, obtaining a college degree, starting a business, saving for children’s education, or becoming debt-free.
 Program enrollment. Oversee Financial Counselor support for executing FSS Contract of Participation (COP) and Individual Training and Services Plan (ITSP) and ensuring that clients stay on track toward program graduation.
 Workshop coordination. In collaboration with the Program Director, coordinate the delivery of high quality, culturally proficient financial education workshops, which are a core component of the program model. Financial education workshops focus on the following topics: (1) goal setting and budgeting; (2) credit building and debt management; and (3) savings and asset building. Workshops help build the financial skills, confidence, and practices that are predictive of future financial well-being. Lead the delivery of workshops, including assigning team member responsibilities for communicating with prospective and current clients, coordinating materials and presenters, assisting and/or teaching in workshops, and coordinating the administrative components of running the workshops.
 Resource development and community partnerships. In collaboration with the Program Director, lead the team in the identification and vetting of other resources and services participants need to achieve their goals (e.g. social services, legal assistance, job training, homeownership counseling, small business development training, post-secondary education, etc.). Assess the quality of referrals and continuously improve referral network, including ensuring positive client experiences.
 General program support, development, and review. Participate, as needed, in overall program development activities, including but not limited to strategy sessions with Clarifi, Compass, and PHA staff and partners to drive and improve overall program performance.

Data Quality
 Manage confidential client information with a rigorous dedication to organizational security protocols around every aspect of client data. Activities associated with the management of client data include the creation and maintenance of client files, electronic data entry activities, direct communication with clients, and management of survey data.
 Maintain accurate client information in client management systems and document management tools, internal and external to the agency.
 Perform program related data entry with minimal errors.
 Identify and implement process changes to streamline data management efforts.
 Share client and program information with community partners through appropriate mechanisms to advance client service and program evaluation.
 Conduct quality management tasks in client and funder management databases.
 Generate reports, narratives and other documentation to show progress of clients as requested by specific projects.

General Administration
 Maintain regular and predictable attendance with flexible work schedule (including evening and weekend) hours and branch locations responsive to client, team, and partner needs.
 Perform special projects and/or assignments as directed by management.

Travel:
Position is based in Philadelphia. Travel will be required throughout Philadelphia by automobile to various program sites, partner meetings, workshops, events, and conferences related to FSS. Candidate must be a licensed driver with full time access to reliable, properly registered, and insured car and be able and willing to travel to locations within organization’s service area. Initial training may be conducted in Boston and may require multiple weeknight stays over approximately 3-4 weeks and travel by air or train. Thereafter, occasional travel by air or train and overnight stays may be required to represent organization at meetings or conference outside of Philadelphia area.

Physical Demands:
There are no special physical demands required by this position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of position.

Work Environment:
The environment for this position is standard office environment. In addition to the office responsibilities, there are off-site workshops, presentations, and community outreach events. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

FLSA Status: Exempt
Date Prepared: March 30, 2018
Prepared By: Markita Morris-Louis, SVP and General Counsel

Clarifi is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Applicants can apply at http://www.clarifi.org.

The event, which is co-hosted by the University of South Florida and the Florida Consortium of Metropolitan Research Universities, seeks to bring together higher education thought leaders and practitioners from all over the U.S. to discuss student success trends, challenges, and best practices in a variety of fields, including admissions, financial aid, advising, and much more.

The featured speakers for the 2019 conference are Sara Goldrick-Rab, professor of Higher Education Policy & Sociology at Temple University and founder of the Wisconsin HOPE Lab; and Troy Markowitz, Vice President of Partnerships at Portfolium, a student success and career readiness platform.

https://www.usf.edu/student-affairs-success/nssc/

Essay Writing (College Admissions and/or Scholarships)
From learning how to write their names, to writing biographies and research papers… most students know the basics of writing. They know how a paper should be structured, and what a supporting detail is…but many students lack or have not developed the skills necessary to write excellent college admissions and/or scholarship essays. These essays are influential during the admissions process or when applying for scholarships.

In this interactive workshop your students will learn:
● What makes an excellent essay
● Strategies for writing college and/or scholarship essays
● The Do’s and Don’ts of college and/or scholarship essay writing

Navigating High School
The transition from middle school to high school is critical to students’ success throughout high school. It is at this point along the Pre-K-16 pipeline that students are exposed to various factors (more peers, develop bad habits, larger school environment, etc.) that could all have an impact (positive or negative) on his or her success.

In this interactive workshop we hope to keep students and/or parents on track by discussing:
● Habits of Highly Successful Students
● What to expect when entering high school (8th grade)
● What do you do when unexpected things happen? (Personal, academic, social, and psychological)

Goal Setting and Planning
“A goal without a plan is just a dream.” It is not enough to simply want to do something–whatever that “something may be”. In order to make a goal reality, one must take action. Taking action means creating a plan to carry out the tasks necessary to complete the goal. Let us support your students by giving them the basic tools necessary to not only set goals…but to accomplish them!

In this interactive workshop students will learn:
● The importance of goals and goal setting
● What is a “SMART” goal?
● 7 Steps to effective planning

College Planning
This interactive workshop provides a framework for how sophomores and juniors should begin navigating the process of “going to college.” Planning for college starts long before students enter their senior year. Now is the time to urge students to deeply consider and begin thinking about college costs, colleges they want to attend, and even requirements for going to college. It is our hope that this interactive workshop will spark additional conversations between students and parents upon receiving this information.

During this interactive workshop, students will develop a deeper understanding and knowledge of:
● What it means to make the decision to go to college
● Early steps to take in the college planning process
● How to be proactive in their pursuit of postsecondary education attainment

The College Application Process
One of the biggest barriers to going to college is the dreaded application process. This interactive workshop functions to help students better understand the process of applying to college and briefly covers what to do after you have applied to college.

After this interactive workshop, students will be able to:
● Describe the components of a traditional college application
● Understand what the Common Application is and how using it can benefit him or her
● Complete a college application and know what to do afterwards

Understanding Financial Aid
Knowing about financial aid is just as important as applying to colleges when it comes to the college application process. After all, most people cannot afford to go to college without applying for federal assistance to do so. In this interactive workshop, we will provide foundational knowledge about financial aid that will be beneficial as parents and/or students develop financial plans to fund their college education(s).

The conversation will revolve around the following topics:
● What is financial aid?
● How do you get financial aid?
● The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and its role in the financial aid process

FAFSA Walkthrough and Completion
In an attempt to demystify the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), we have designed this interactive workshop to assist parents and/or students with understanding the FAFSA. Through a comprehensive walkthrough of fafsa.gov (the official fafsa website) parents and students both will leave with a greater knowledge of what the FAFSA is, why it is necessary and how to complete the FAFSA.

During this interactive workshop students and/or parents will:
● Get a detailed walkthrough of the FAFSA website
● Learn what the FAFSA is and why it is important to complete regardless of income status
● Receive additional resources for understanding and completing the FAFSA

The Transition to College
Applying to college (and getting accepted) is only the beginning of the journey to postsecondary education attainment. After getting accepted to college there are additional steps that need to be taken in order to ensure a smooth transition to college. It is often during this period, that students fail to complete the necessary requirements and as a result, do not enroll into college the following Fall.

In this interactive workshop students will learn:
● What is needed from most colleges after being accepted
● What to expect in college
● Ways to make sure that you do not “melt away” during the summer before college enrollment

Social Media Usage
In today’s society, advances in technology have made social media a popular form of communicating with others, sharing information and expressing ideas. While created for positive use, often times the original intent of social media is misconstrued and it is often misused. Students should be aware of the useful purposes of social media and how misuse could negatively impact their reputations, and even their futures.

In this interactive workshop students will learn:
● The original intent of social media and how it has changed over time
● The Do’s and Don’ts of Social Media
● How social media can be used positively

Mastering the Hidden Curriculum
When preparing students for college, often times we focus on academic skills and tend to neglect the non-cognitive factors that are equally as important for a student to be successful in college. All around them, there will be assumptions about what they know and don’t know, and it will be incumbent upon them to ask for help early, often, and appropriately, so that they can achieve their academic goals. This workshop will seek to inform students of this hidden curriculum and how knowing these things can help them to navigate the college landscape successfully.

In this workshop students will learn:
● the difference between “hard skills” and “soft skills”
● why these skills are important in both school and the workplace
● some “hidden rules” that they will be expected to know upon entering college

To request an OnTrack workshop at your school or organization, please click on the following link:

https://goo.gl/forms/6zk21cQc9hRCD4fw2

All workshops are offered at (no cost) by the Uncommon Individual Foundation. Workshops are also available for customization according to the wants and/or needs of the requesting organization and can be provided as one individual workshop, or as a series of workshops. Other topics not listed can also be covered. If you have a specific topic you would like for us to cover, please let us know.

For more information contact:

Shakia Kirksey
Assistant Director of College Readiness
The Uncommon Individual Foundation
610-520-0180 ext: 244 | shakia.kirksey@uif.org

PHENND Fellows serve in full-time capacity-building positions in dynamic Philadelphia-area non-profits. By hosting a PHENND Fellow, partner agencies are able to launch new programs and initiatives that enable them to do more to carry out their missions as they relate to fighting poverty. In addition to strengthening the host agencies and the communities they serve, the program helps to cultivate the next generation of civic leaders.

PHENND Fellows are selected from a competitive pool of applicants. Candidates who are selected for the fellowship have outstanding academic records, excellent communication skills, significant service and leadership experience, and the ability to make an immediate impact at their host agencies.

The program partners with AmeriCorps VISTA to support these projects.

Informational Webinars

We will offer two informational webinars to review the PHENND Fellow program and application process and answer questions of potential applicants. See dates and RSVP information below.

• September 27, 2018 at 10:30 AM: RSVP here
• October 17, 2018 at 3:00 PM: RSVP here

Please review important information such a timeline, and the cost and benefits to hosting a PHENND Fellow before submitting your application.  New this year, we strongly encourage all potential applicants to schedule a short phone consultation with PHENND.  Please do this before spending significant time on your application.

Apply here by Friday, November 16: https://upenn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3wMnqV6PvtUoIvz

If you would like to see the application in its entirety, you can download a PDF version here.  Note, you must submit your application online.

More questions? Contact Hillary Kane or Eden Kainer at 215-573-2379.