The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation endeavors to strengthen, promote, and, where necessary, defend the contributions of the humanities and the arts to human flourishing and to the well-being of diverse and democratic societies.

For the purposes of this call, community-based archives are defined as collections of materials gathered, collected, and shared primarily by members of a marginalized community to document their collective histories. These archives play an important role in combatting what UCLA assistant professor of archival studies Michelle Caswell calls the “symbolic annihilation” of marginalized communities from mainstream memory institutions and in recognizing that they are essential to the creation of a more inclusive and poly-vocal American story.

To that end, awards ranging between $50,000 and $100,000 for up to two years will be awarded in support of community-based archives that represent and serve communities marginalized due to oppression based on race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, class, sexuality, religion, or ability.

The following areas of need will be supported: operational support for the organization, including general support for staff, space, and utilities; collections care, including the acquisition of new materials, physical and digital storage fees, and access and preservation efforts; and programming activities, including events, exhibitions, and publications.

To be eligible, organizations must be located in the United States or one of its territories; be tax exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code or have an organization with 501(c)(3) status serve as a fiscal sponsor; and have an annual operating budget of no more than $1 million.

See the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation website for complete program guidelines and application instructions.

Deadline: July 1, 2020

Learn more and apply: https://mellon.org/programs/scholarly-communications/call-for-proposals-community-based-archives/

The AccessLex Institute is committed to informing students of the economic realities of law school without limiting their aspirations. To that end, it conducts and commissions research to illuminate the latest data and evidence on the most critical issues in legal education today.

The institute’s Financial Education Research Grant program provides funding for the development and implementation of innovative, high-impact financial education research. The central goal of the grant is to develop data, facts, and conclusions that furthers understanding of how to develop student financial knowledge, support behavioral change, and ultimately promote financial well-being. The institute is particularly interested in measuring both student and organizational outcomes.

Applicants must request funding of no less than $10,000 and no more than $125,000, and the grant period must be between six months and twenty-four months.

Letters of Inquiry for the program will be accepted between June 1 and June 30. Proposal invitations will be sent prior to August 31, with full proposals due October 15 and funding notifications announced prior to January 31, 2021.

For additional information, including grant application details and an FAQ, see the AccessLex Institute website.

Deadline: June 30, 2020 (Letters of Inquiry)

Learn more and apply: https://www.accesslex.org/financial-education-research-grant-program

The New Earth Foundation was founded in 1997 by John Bigelow Loveland, who upon receiving a family inheritance dating back to his great-grandfather, a self-made magnate in nickel mining, decided to donate his inheritance and allocate it for benevolent, peaceful, and harmony-furthering activities.

To that end, NEF welcomes applications for innovative projects with the potential to enhance life on our planet, brighten the future, and further peace. The foundation will award grants in support of pioneering yet practical projects in many fields of endeavor, including but not limited to environmental initiatives that are working to help eliminate pollution and to save the planet’s ecosystems; community efforts that create models of social sustainability; educational innovations that prepare youth to become the socially responsible leaders of the future; and/or strategies that offer economic improvement and opportunities. NEF particularly seeks projects with potential to be replicated so that excellent ideas and work can multiply and benefit many.

The foundation prioritizes smaller, newer 501(c)(3) organizations so that the gift can make a more significant contribution to the work of the recipient organization.

To be eligible, candidates must be tax exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Service. Organizations without such status may apply under an umbrella organization or fiscal sponsor, although the application must be accompanied by a letter of agreement detailing the project and the nature of the sponsoring organization’s support or involvement.

Letters of inquiry are due July 1. Upon review, selected applicants will be invited to submit a full application by October 1, 2020.

See the New Earth Foundation website for complete program guidelines, application instructions, and previously supported projects.

Learn more and apply: https://www.newearthfoundation.org/apply.html

The Detwiler Family Foundation invests in local organizations working to enrich and improve the lives of children.

To that end, the foundation is inviting applications from organizations focused on serving children dealing with difficult life challenges by facilitating access to education and the arts.

To be eligible, applicants must be tax exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and be located in Chester or Montgomery County in Pennsylvania, New Castle County in Delaware, or Portland, Oregon.

See the Detwiler Family Foundation website for complete program guidelines and application instructions.

Deadline: July 1, 2020

Learn more and apply: https://www.detwilerfamilyfoundation.org/grant-application

To that end, the COVID Decision Modeling Initiative (CDMI) will support the development of decision models that inform the urgent needs of decision makers responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.

CDMI has several specific goals with respect to facilitating responsive decision modeling research, including determining key priorities and critical questions where decision modeling can support better decisions and outcomes during the pandemic; leveraging the SMDM repository of models and network of decision modelers to address COVID-19; and funding six to ten projects with rapid impact potential.

To optimize the success of decision modeling projects selected for funding, the research team will coordinate efforts from their institutions along with the SMDM COVID-19 Modeling Special Committee to provide connectivity between decision makers and decision modelers and disseminate the combined CDMI results to the public at large. Johns Hopkins University will administer six to ten agreements for projects with anticipated impact within four to six months of the grant start date.

Modelers who have submitted a model description of their research to the SMDM repository and/or are willing to submit modeling description from the output of this grant opportunity to the public-facing SMDM repository are eligible to apply. All applicants must demonstrate the ability to manage grant awards from U.S. federal or private sponsors.

Applications for decision modeling grants will be accepted from May 18 through June 30, 2020, and award decisions will be made on a rolling basis. Applicants will be notified immediately via email if their application has been chosen for an award.

For more information about the initiative, including complete application instructions and an FAQ, see the Johns Hopkins School of Nursing website.

Deadline: June 30, 2020

Learn more and aply: https://nursing.jhu.edu/alumni-giving/giving/covid-decision-modeling/smdm-covid-19-decision-modeling-grant.html

The Bank of America Charitable Foundation is committed to advancing a more diverse and inclusive society by expanding opportunities and supporting equitable solutions that enable low-income communities to grow and prosper.

To that end, it is inviting proposals that address economic mobility focused on the needs of low-income communities, with a focus on critical immediate needs, including increasing medical response capacity, addressing food insecurity, increasing access to learning in the wake of school closures, and supporting vulnerable populations.

Grant amounts in larger markets will range between $5,000 and $50,000. Grant amounts in smaller markets are likely to range from $2,500 to $25,000.

For the June 26 deadline, the foundation is accepting proposals in two categories:

Expanding Access to Housing Opportunities — Support will be provided for nonprofit organizations as they work to preserve and increase access to a mix of affordable housing options and connect low- and moderate- income individuals and families with the tools and resources to achieve their financial goals. Examples include housing efforts that address the needs of vulnerable populations, create pathways to stable housing, and sustain development efforts aimed at creating healthy living environments

Building Vibrant Communities — Support will be provided for local and regional revitalization efforts that take a holistic approach to building thriving communities and creating economic opportunity and livable neighborhoods. Examples include economic development efforts, revitalization and place-based initiatives, funding in support of neighborhood preservation efforts, construction of vital community facilities, efforts to strengthen the resiliency of communities, support for community arts and cultural institutions, and community greening efforts that create healthy neighborhoods and environmental sustainability.

See the Bank of America Foundation website for complete program guidelines and application instructions.

Deadline: June 26, 2020

Learn more and apply: https://about.bankofamerica.com/en-us/global-impact/charitable-foundation-funding.html

While no one can predict the future, it seems clear that even if colleges have students on campus in the Fall, it will probably not be a total return to usual.  Yet, our campuses and our students want to remain engaged with their nonprofit and community-based partners.  But not all partners have figured out how to make use of these resources in a virtual environment.

Not every organization can pivot (or pivot entirely) to virtual volunteering, but we are interested in exploring what that might look like for those who can.

Join us to think creatively about what that might look like for your organization.  We are hosting this call for both the general PHENND network, but also for our Next Steps AmeriCorps program which will be seeking to place members in part-time service (~8-10 hours/week) in the Fall.

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pivoting-to-virtual-volunteering-tickets-108806962554

Date and Time: June 10, 2020, 3:00-4:30 PM

Register here: https://events.compact.org/Articulating_Value_of_CE_Webinar

From Philadelphia to communities across Montgomery, Delaware, Bucks and Chester Counties, we are not remaining silent. We are saying loudly and decisively to our black parents, children and community residents, “WE HEAR YOU.”

We are especially inspired that America’s children are leading so much of the dialogue, protests and demand for change.

On Friday, June 12th at 11 am, we invite the region’s teens to join in a virtual conversation focusing on the most important issue of our time – RACE.

We want to hear from our students about their experiences with race and racism and discuss tangible steps they can take to lead conversations among their peers about race.

We are inviting adults to join the conversation to hear what our young people have to say.

Register here to join the conversation via ZOOM: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OArnB–uSkS5Lgv3MV3Ycg?emci=e0146f4e-8da9-ea11-9b05-00155d039e74&emdi=9e5cd5dc-b2a9-ea11-9b05-00155d039e74&ceid=5162323

Or watch as we live stream the event via Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/705293220047102/

Attendance is free. Registration is required.

Learn more and register: https://www.stonybrook.edu/nyvotersummit/

CoP 1 June 25—July 30, 2020: 2-3:30 pm (Thursdays, excluding 7/2)

CoP 2 August 5–September 2, 2020: 2-3:30 pm (Wednesdays)

Would you like to learn how to better navigate the complex politics within your institution and in your community as you advocate for democratic engagement? Join a Community of Practice this summer to explore the six boundary spanning leadership skills which will optimize your capacity to leverage your institution’s mission for the public good.

Boundary spanning leadership is the “ability to create direction, alignment and commitment across organizational boundaries in service of a higher vision or goal (Ernst & Chrobot-Mason, 2011).” At the nexus of institutional change for civic action lies the opportunity to utilize boundary leadership to effect change.

Goals for these Communities of Practice are to identify common boundaries, such as equity, which exist in higher education today, explore, and test out boundary spanning practices in leveraging your leadership.

What is a Community of Practice (CoP? It is a learning community, or collegial network, defined as “a group of people who share interest in an area of inquiry and engage in collective learning about that issue as it relates to their work or practice. Through discussions, joint activities, and relationship building, the community of practice develops a shared and individual repertoire of resources, skills, and knowledge to use in their practice.” (MN Campus Compact).

Application & Notification Deadlines: Here are the deadlines for application for the two CoPs offered this summer, as well as the notification timeline.

CoP 1 June 16th by 5 pm; CoP 1 Applicants will be notified by 6/18

CoP 2 July 16 by 5 pm; CoP 2 Applicants will be notified by 7/23

Learn more and apply: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Ir3sVhS02juUg0oEdqQ_x_jdavTUTuOlB_K9uTCxFVs/edit

Every year, the Mercer University Center for Community Engagement deploys as many as 350-400 tutors into Bibb County School District and nonprofit partners to support reading and math education in K-5 classrooms. In Summer 2019, Dr. Vicki Luther embarked on a research project with two undergraduate teacher candidates to evaluate Mercer’s work-study and service-learning tutoring program and develop accessible resources to support Mercer students as they provide literacy tutoring to children in grade K-3 in Macon-Bibb County. Hear from Dr. Luther about what her education research looks like when working with undergraduate students, key findings and responses to tutor training needs, and her strategies for transitioning in new research assistants to continue the project.

Listen here: https://soundcloud.com/mureachesout/episode-6-improving-tutor-training-with-dr-vicki-luther

Through the combination of financial education and peer support, the Financial Advancement Network empowers individuals to take charge of their financial lives.

FAN Workshops: Trained financial professionals provide “one touch” workshop sessions, including topics ranging from, “Understanding and Improving Your Credit”, “How to Plan for Retirement”, “Understanding Investing”, and “How to Budget”.

FAN Clubs: FAN Clubs are groups of up to 20 people gathered together by a host organization who commit to meeting together for at least six sessions to go after their financial goals.

Learn more: Call 215-851-2847 or visit http://fan.uac.org/ for more information and to schedule a free workshop or club for your organization.

The Financial Advancement Network (FAN) is an initiative of the Urban Affairs Coalition’s Community and Economic Department (CED).

FAN Workshop Information
CED currently offers “one touch” FAN workshops that are organized around a specific topic of interest identified by a community partner. These topics are organized around identified interests that would be of value to the participants in attendance. We draw from a pool of financial education specialists to teach free sessions that include topics ranging from, “Understanding and Improving Your Credit”, “How to Plan for Retirement”, “Understanding Investing”, and “How to Budget”. Workshops are typically 45 – 60 minutes, depending on the number of topics intended to cover.

Scheduling a FAN Workshop
Once a local community group, place of employment or school commits to hosting a FAN Workshop at a particular site, the coordinator will reach out to Urban Affairs Coalition with the topic options that they would like their group to receive. Feel free to mix and match topics from different sections! UAC then reaches out to the Speakers’ Bureau to find a leader for the workshop. UAC will confirm the appropriate speaker for the workshop with the requesting group.

For more information contact Meagan Schaefer, Program Coordinator, at mschaefer@uac.org or 215-851-1847.

Topics include: 

FAN Mission Statement

Through the combination of financial education and peer support, the Financial Advancement Network aims to empower individuals to take charge of their financial lives.

FAN Workshop Information

CED currently offers “one touch” FAN workshops that are organized around a specific topic of interest identified by a community partner. These topics are organized around identified interests that would be of value to the participants in attendance. We draw from a pool of financial education specialists to teach free sessions. The workshops on this list are specific to COVID-19 Finance. Workshops are typically 45 – 60 minutes, depending on the number of topics intended to cover.

Scheduling a FAN Workshop

Once a local community group, place of employment or school commits to hosting a FAN Workshop at a particular site, the coordinator will reach out to Urban Affairs Coalition with the topic options that they would like their group to receive. Feel free to mix and match topics from different sections! UAC then reaches out to the Speakers’ Bureau to find a leader for the workshop.  UAC will confirm the appropriate speaker for the workshop with the requesting group.

For more information contact Meagan Schaefer, Program Coordinator, at mschaefer@uac.org or 215-851-1847

COVID-19 FAN Workshop Topic List – Feel free to mix and match to create your own unique workshop from all the different subtopics!

Financial Planning

• Saving for your Future: Learners are given an overview of ways to save the stimulus check and create a budget. Learners are also given resources and agencies that will match savings.
• Emergency Fund
• Diversified Investments
• How to Gain your Financial Footing after a Crisis: Learners will have the opportunity to evaluate how they coped in the pandemic and create a plan to be better prepared for future unexpected events
• COVID-19 Policy Changes: Learners are given an understanding about how these changes will affect them financially.
• What to do with the Stimulus Payment and Unemployment
• Income and Expenses
• Disaster Recovery

Credit, Loans and Debt

• Leveraging Credit Cards to your Advantage During COVID-19

 Housing and Homebuying

• Homebuying 101 During COVID-19
• Homeownership Decisions During COVID-19

 Predatory Practices

• Fraud During COVID-19
• Protecting Your Identity and Assets

 Additional Topics

• What COVID-19 Taught Me: Learners will explore the health, emotional and financial lessons from the pandemic
• Teenage Finance

Friday, June 12, 2020, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. EDT

Though the United States has begun to reopen, COVID-19 will continue to profoundly and inequitably impact societal, community, and individual well-being. This necessitates equity-focused policy solutions on a range of issues from health care and child care to support for displaced, undocumented, and informal workers.

On June 12, the Governance Studies and Metropolitan Policy programs at Brookings will cohost a webinar to discuss equitable solutions for workers and their families.

Register to watch

Webinar: Reopening America — Equitable solutions for workers and their families in the COVID-19 era

In the interest of getting information out to as many people as possible, we are sharing a recording of the webinar, the slides that were presented, and a checklist of available income sources we hope will be useful to you.

Webinar Materials:

CLS Slides on Connecting People Coming Home to Income

Checklist of Financial Assistance Programs

CLS/ ORP Full Webinar Recording

Be prepared to interview online with hiring managers and recruiters from top hiring companies. This online chat will connect you directly with organizations from the comfort of your home, office, smartphone or tablet. Our online, cloud-based platform makes it easy and fun for you to participate. After signing in, you’ll be able to explore the available information and opportunities, and participate in 1-on-1 text-based chats with representatives from participating organizations. Share your background and experience, and get all your questions answered.

3 free webinars to prepare for the Virtual Job Fair:

1. Develop Your LinkedIn Profile June 3, 2020, 11:00 am, EST https://bit.ly/3d8kNfj
2. Resume Building Strategy June 10, 2020, 11:00 am, EST https://bit.ly/3ekX9fu
3. Cover Letters and more, June 17, 2020, 11:00 am, EST https://bit.ly/2yE418F

Attendee Registration Link https://bit.ly/3c8hEe3J

Learn more: https://pngas.jobboardhq.com/

• April 15: Facts and Lesssons Learned from Flint, MI
• April 29: Justice for All: Pandemic Response in Incarcerated Populations
• May 6: Pandemic Call and Response: Black Queer & Trans Communities
• May 13: Birth Equity during COVID-19

In this special virtual event, Philadelphia magazine presents a week long series of conversations with Philadelphia’s most influential leaders and thinkers about how we can reshape our city moving forward. From the future of healthcare to the future of criminal justice, we’ll explore the revolution that’s happening right before our eyes.

During 45-minute virtual Q&As, cultural, business, and political leaders will come together to talk about the challenges and opportunities they see for the city in the near and distant future. They’ll also share their visions of how to strengthen Philadelphia in the aftermath of the pandemic across various industries. Viewers will get the opportunity to ask questions during each live event.

Learn more and register.