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NLU Fellowship up to $50,000 over four years!


National Louis University is offering Elizabeth Harrison Fellowships to qualified daytime students. Harrison Fellows will begin in January 2012.

Are you a potential Harrison Fellow?
• We are looking for students who have leadership potential in teaching, business or human service. NLU will invest in you, and we'll help you every step of the way.
• This fellowship will go a long way to helping you cover the costs of a college education.
• You'll attend classes during the day as a full-time student in the Day Time Program at NLU's downtown Chicago campus on Michigan Avenue.
• As a Harrison Fellow, you'll be part of a select group of students who are already leaders in their communities—and who have the potential to do so much more.
• As a teacher, you'll join others who have graduated from one of the most influential teacher education programs in the Chicago area.
• Your degree in business can help you become a successful entrepreneur—and a force in the economic development of your community.
• As a Human Service professional, you will be able to help people rise to their potential.
• Your bachelor's degree is just the beginning. You'll be on your way to becoming a lifelong learner and you'll be eligible to apply for NLU master's and doctoral programs.

The Offer
• Apply for the Harrison Fellowship with an award up to $50,000 over four years
• Full time attendance during the day in the downtown Chicago campus.
• Three majors offered:
 B.A. in Elementary Education for urban teachers (including type 03 certification and endorsement in math or science)
 B.A. in Business Administration
 B.A. Human Services
• Must have a recommendation letter from approved sponsor
• Have leadership potential
• Accepting qualified students with high school degree/GED
• Be on the top half of your class and/or have a GPA of 2.5 or higher
• Other scholarships may be available

More information:
Monica Ramos at 312-261-3064 or email Monica.ramos@nl.edu
Traci Dennard at 312- 261- 3845 or Traci.Dennard@nl.edu
Romelia Mercado at 312-261-3474 or Romelia.Mercado@nl.edu

Download application at

www.NL.EDU/Harrisonfellows

 
Need A Personal Computer?

The goal of The Chapman Institute is to close the digital divide by donating a refurbish PC to the home of any family with youths,with a need.

Please call the Institute for details!
(708) 770-3690

Online donations visit our website: www.thechapmaninstitute.com
If You Believe In What We Are Doing & You Believe In Self Help!
--Send A Donation!

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Need space for your organization's event?

Space Rental Grants
2010 applications

Applications for the 2010 space rental grants are now available and are due on March 31st, 2010.

Individual organizations or a combination of organizations can apply to cover the cost of the space rental for a large performance or benefit. 

For more information, please email Joanie Friedman at joaniefriedman@uchicago.edu.

 

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 Funding for Writers

There's finally grants for Writers, Poets, etc.
Literary Grants to get your first book published!
Over 20 pages of organizations that give grants to Individuals.

You DO NOT have to be an organization!

Deadlines approaching for 2009!
Apply NOW foR your funding before the year is out!

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Writers
Theater
Film
Video
Visual Artists

 Self Publishing
 Clergy
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 Education/Scholarships
 TV/Radio Film Production
 Youth Programs
 Churches
 Religions
 Non-Profits
 Artists
Housing and more!

Don't get left out! Get your money on!

This IS NOT Stimulus Money!
THIS IS YEAR ROUND FUNDING!!!!

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Chetwyn Rodgers Drive Development Center

25 N. Cicero Ave. (Madison & Cicero)

Behind The Scenes Radio Production

2 Part Series

Part 1 - Saturday March 17th 3-6pm

Part 2 - Saturday March 31st 3-6pm

FREE!  Youths 11- 18 Years Old

RSVP:  Rev. Curtis Rodgers

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Grand Opening Celebration!

Join Zelda Robinson & Friends Network

For an Evening of

N'Formation and N'Spiration!

Friday Feb. 16th

Chicago Park District

5:30 - 8:30pm

Seward Park

375 W. Elm Street

(1/2 Block South of Division and 1 block west of Wells Street)

Live Entertainment! Food! Fun! Raffle! Prizes! Free Scholarships!

Hosted byTroi Tyler of V103 Radio

Guest Appearances by:

Effie Rolfe of Gospel 1390/WGCI FM

LaDonna Tittle in the Middle (TV/Radio Show

and Radio Personality of WKKC Radio)

Kenard Karter of WGCI FM

Barbara McDowell of Power 92 FM

Al Greer, Radio Personality of WKKC

All of us cannot be famous,

but all of us can make a difference.

We all make a Difference!

IMPACTING THE COMMUNITY

with opportunities to:

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Start a Business with NO MONEY

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Grant Writing Classes

Blogging Technology

Scholarship Info

How To Get Free Radio/TV Advertising

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and more!

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OR CALL

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The Higher Learning Network non-profit organization has been operating as the Youth Empowerment Network, which specialized in Behind-the-Scenes radio and televsion production.  Working in the media, Zelda has seen youth, and now more than ever, adults who want to work in this industry, but don't understand the business aspect of it.

She also discovered that most people were beginning to try to find work in areas in the media because they believed that would bring them big bucks fast.  During the trainings and conversations, she also discovered that people were looking for work in areas that did not always capitalize on their God given talents, which is where one truly excels!

So she discussed a new plan with her board members and decided to update the mission of the organization and add and addendum to include adults.

To take the mission statement a step further, they also decided that if people who came to them looking for direction and guidance, they would take them through a series of questions to discover if radio/televsion is what they should really be focusing on.  As a result, the Higher Learning Network was formed, helping you to answer crucial life questions: Who am I, and Why am I here?

Join The Higher Learning Network for:

• Insider Information on local and world affairs
• Personal/Professional Mission Statements
• Job Updates
• Seminar Discounts
• Books, CD's, DVD's Discounts
• Private Counseling/Tutoring/Mentoring
• Private Television Tapings
• Private Parties
• Out of town events
• a wealth of events/information NOT AVAILABLE TO the general public.

MEMBERSHIP Includes all of the above and more.

Corporate

Non-Profit

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Students

Our mission is to include all who believe in a higher purpose.

Unity of Believers is what we specialize in.

If you are a believer and would like to assist us in preparation of doing the Creator's will for your life, then don't hesitate to make your mark effective today!

Donations are tax deductable and should be sent to:

Higher Learning Network, NFP

P.O. BOX 11513

Chicago, Ill. 60611

24 Hour Broadcast Center

Hotline (312) 409-6619

   

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Students only!!!

Future Leaders of Chicago
1 s t Annual Summer Empowerment Conference

presented by
 Success Is A Language, Inc.

  9:00 A.M – 4:00 P.M

July 24th

Hosted by:
Malcolm X City College

What will your future leaders experience ?

Presentation Training: Entertainment + Education = Empowerment

Students will receive :
Leadership and Social Emotional Learning Training Certificate of Completion
CPS Students will receive IN SERVICE HOURS
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Performances by local Music Talent
Pro Athletes testimonies
Student Competitions
Reflection Opportunities

Lunch will be provided along with

“Success for Teens” Book, workshop workbook ,T-shirt plus much more!!!
Registration cost per student is $25.00

Proceeds go to support cost of event and Shot Caller Leadership501C Scholarship Fund and Empowerment
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2010 Chicago Conservation Leadership Corps Program

Feel Free to Print Out and complete!

As part of the Chicago CLC Program, you will be conserving our natural resources through outdoor conservation service work, enhancing environmental awareness, teamwork and leadership skills. If you are under 18 YOU MUST have your parent or legal guardian show their support for your commitment to and participation in the Program by signing their name below.

Parents/Legal Guardians:
I give full support for my son/daughter to apply for and participate in the Chicago CLC Program. I realize that completing this application does not guarantee my son/daughter’s acceptance
into the Chicago CLC Program.

Release form for the Chicago Conservation Leadership Corps Program
I certify that the information in this application is true to the best of my knowledge.
I am aware that I may be prosecuted for fraud and/or perjury if I deliberately give false information.
I agree to allow the release of information on this form for a verification check that is necessary.
I agree to allow the release of grades, test scores, attendance, and demographic information (For example: Name, Address, etc.) from the school that my child is attending. I certify that no member of my family is in a position of influence or authority, which would affect my being hired, my supervision, or the acquisition or administration on grants, which fund my position.

I agree to have my photograph taken and used by the Chicago CLC Program.  I understand that my Photo may be used in materials that promote the Friends of the Forest Preserves, SCA and the Chicago CLC Program, but not limited to brochures, flyers or other promotional materials.  I understand that the Friends of the Forest Preserves, SCA and the Chicago CLC Program will distribute these promotional materials to various public and private sector organizations as an informational and marketing tool, and
by signing this agreement I acknowledge the right of the Friends of the Forest Preserves, SCA and the Chicago CLC Program to undertake such actions.

Participant Signature
Please Print Date
Parent Signature
(If under the age of 18)
Please Print Date

Please mail or fax your completed
application to:

Chicago CLC
28 E. Jackson Blvd, Ste. 1102
Chicago, IL 60604-2330
Fax (312) 356-9991
Questions? Call (312) 356-9990
Ask for Alice Brandon or Sam Vergara
alice@fotfp.org or svergara@thesca.org
Deadline to Apply: APRIL 7th NO Exceptions!

 

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY

Name: Nickname: ________________________________
Address: City: State: Zip:

Phone#:

Cell Phone #:

Email Usage: Daily Weekly Monthly Rarely Never

Alt. Address: City: State: Zip:
SSN: - -
*Date of
Birth:
Age:

How did you hear about this position? School (name)_____________________

_____________________________________________________________________________
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_____________________________________________________________________________
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______________________________________________________________________
2. Have you had any job experience and\or have volunteered in community service? Can
you describe your experience? How would your coworker or others describe your
personality?
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3. What do you enjoy about the outdoors? Have you been to a Forest Preserve? If yes
which one?
_____________________________________________________________________________
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4. What made you decide to apply for the CLC? Why do you want to be part of the
program?
_____________________________________________________________________________
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Tell us about yourself!
(attach additional pages if necessary)

 

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America’s Five Historically Black Fraternities Partner to Help Members Find Jobs

 

America’s five historically Black fraternities consisting of Alpha Phi Alpha, Kappa Alpha Psi, Omega Psi Phi, Phi Beta Sigma, and Iota Phi Theta along with Personnel Strategies Inc. (PSI) announced a partnership to jointly produce a diversity job board. The job board entitled www.GreekDiversity.com promotes career opportunities to fraternity members across America and will be featured at all fraternity websites including regional and local chapters.

The www.GreekDiversity.com will showcase employers and opportunities from a cross section of industries and locations. GreekDiversity.com will be one of the few niche job boards that will reach a truly diverse community of over 600,000 fraternity alumni and college students.

“The GreekDiversity.com job board is a great project. Our fraternity members are excited about supporting this effort and using this tool to improve their career potentials. It will also assist our corporate partners to connect with our unique market of qualified and value driven candidates.” Says Richard Lee Snow, Executive Director of Kappa Alpha Psi. “We can finally centralize all our efforts to assist our alumni and student population.”

Black fraternities are a mainstay in African American Society not just for ethnic fellowship but for initiating changes that effect politics, philanthropy and society as a whole. For employers who share similar commitments to community and society this represents an exceptional opportunity for diversity branding and recruiting.

“PSI is pleased to work in partnership with the fraternities to bring this talent base to employers throughout the country. Our employer clients have often expressed their interest in reaching a professional diversity base. We think this will be a must for all employers serious about diversity. ” states Mike Hall, President of PSI.

PSI is the nations leading producer of Diversity Job Fairs. In 2010 PSI Job Fairs will be produced in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Minneapolis, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Washington DC. PSI is the only job fair producer selected by the NAACP to brand its events as NAACP Diversity Job Fairs.

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ComEd is hiring permanent part time work up to 32 hour a week in their
customer service area 22.00 per hour with benefits.

Go to their wed site to apply.

http://www.comed.com/sites/aboutcomed/pages/careers.aspx

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To be broadcast nationally on P.B.S. on February 15 and 22.

"For Love of Liberty" is a four-hour documentary that explores the role and contributions of African American men
and women in the military from pre-Revolution to the Iraq War.  It examines how a people so often denied freedom
fought heroically to preserve the freedom of their fellow countrymen.  At a time when Hollywood so easily and
consistently depicts African American men as gangsters, brutes, drug dealers and abusers of their children and families,
I am very proud to share the typical and normal experiences of ordinary black men and women who did extraordinary
things so that we, their descendants, might celebrate their achievements and enjoy the freedom they secured. 

Ten years in the making, we're finally able to broadcast this special tribute to America's black patriots. 
Maryland Public Television is the presenting station.

The DVD will also premiere in February.

  www.forloveofliberty.com

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WESTSIDE FOOD PANTRY PROGRAM NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
HELP TO RE-OPEN BY 2/12/210

Dear Westside and Interested Community Partners

Thank you for your response and interest to the call for service and volunteer in helping
to manage the Columbus Park Food Pantry in the Austin community.

Our meeting with the Greater Chicago Food Depository last week presented several
possibilities for strengthening the work of the pantry, but also working more closely
with the Food Depository to address hunger issues on the Westside of Chicago.

The Pantry is scheduled to re-open on February 12th. However, to ensure continued
quality of distribution services and programming, the Food Depository has agreed
to work with the Foo Pantry as part of an Food Pantry Oversight Committee, which
the Westside Ministers Coalition and Austin Community Ministries, have agree
to help organize.

Additionally, we want to help raise a minimum of $ 5,000 to increase the capacity
of the pantry to obtain and distribute more commodities that offer the diet and
nutritional benefits low-income, and primarily communities of color need. We will
identify and designate a local Westside to hold and assist in this fundraising effort.

WILL YOU HELP US?

To those that want to help with the Oversight of the Columbus Park Food Pantry,
a one-hour volunteer orientation will be held on:

Thursday, February 4, 2010
10am to 11am Columbus Park Food Pantry
5701 West Jackson

To Attend, Please RSVP
NAME
ORGANIZATION
PHONE
EMAIL

TO: omonroe@themonroefoundation.org

Thank You.

Elder Otis Monroe
Austin Community Ministries
(773) 315-9720

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SOULOFAMERICA.COM NAMES 12 TOP TRAVEL DESTINATIONS FOR BLACK HISTORY MONTH IN 2010

-- Award-Winning Website Directs Travelers to the Best Locations in America
to be Enlightened by the Cultural Heritage of Black People --

 

SoulOfAmerica.com today unveiled its annual list of “12 Top Travel Destinations for Black History Month.” Culled from the website's more than 18,000 pages of black travel content, the list provides links to hundreds of museums, theaters and other cultural places, many off the beaten path.

“Most travelers and culture buffs know where to find the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center in Atlanta or the Apollo Theater in Harlem,” said SoulOfAmerica.com's Founder and Publisher Thomas Dorsey. “But for those who don't and for those seeking the gems of black travel destinations that still remain hidden treasures, SoulOfAmerica's list and photos are a goldmine.”

For 2010, “SoulOfAmerica.com's 12 Top Travel Destination Guides for Black History” (listed in alphabetical order and including links to their Black cultural sites) is:

* Atlanta – Atlanta is home to True Colors Theatre Company, the Soul Food Museum, the UniverSoul Circus and the Atlanta University Complex (of three historically black colleges). www.soulofamerica.com/atlanta-cultural-sites.phtml

* Baltimore – The Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Museum displays artifacts from the earliest successful Black-owned ship repair business in the nation. The Eubie Blake Jazz Museum & Cultural Center documents the life of the famous ragtime pianist, vaudevillian and jazz composer. www.soulofamerica.com/baltimore-cultural-sites.phtml

* Birmingham – A major backdrop to the civil rights struggle, this city boasts the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, featuring a statue of Rosa Parks courageously sitting in the front of a bus in Montgomery and Miles College, number one in enrollment growth among all 41 UNCF member institutions. www.soulofamerica.com/birmingham-cultural-sites.phtml

* Chicago – Home to the President and First Lady, Chicago lays claim to the building that housed Chess Records, immortalized in the film of the same name starring Beyonce, the Muntu Dance Theatre Group and the Bronzeville Academy & Military Museum, honoring the only WWI infantry unit completely staffed by Black officers. www.soulofamerica.com/chicago-cultural-sites.phtml

* Cincinnati – Cincinnati boasts this country's most comprehensive museum chronicling U.S. slavery, the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center, and Elementz, possibly the first Hip-Hop Youth Arts Center. www.soulofamerica.com/cincinnati-cultural-sites.phtml

* Houston – The achievements of African-American members of U.S. Armed Forces – from the Civil War to the Gulf War – are featured at the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum. The Ensemble Theatre is one of the only regional theatres that offers works portraying the African-American experience. www.soulofamerica.com/houston-cultural-sites.phtml

* Memphis – Sun Records Museum, Stax Records Museum, Rock n' Soul Museum and even Graceland provide insight into how the three genres of Black Music – Blues, Rock ‘n Roll, and Soul – originated and propagated throughout the world. www.soulofamerica.com/memphis-cultural-sites.phtml

* New Orleans – Backstreet Cultural Museum features permanent exhibits on Mardi Gras Indians, Traditional Jazz Funerals and Second Line Parades in an earthy neighborhood of Faubourg Treme' that is felt more than seen. www.soulofamerica.com/new-orleans-cultural-sites.phtml

* New York City – The Big Apple is home to the Langston Hughes Community Library & Cultural Center and the Billie Holiday Theatre. www.soulofamerica.com/new-york-city-guide.phtml

* Philadelphia – The African-American Museum of Philadelphia constantly re-invents itself with new exhibits and the Blue Horizon Boxing Club, is a historic facility where you can train like the legendary prizefighter, Joe Frazier. www.soulofamerica.com/philadelphia-cultural-sites.phtml

* San Francisco & Oakland -- Museum of the African Diaspora, African American Historical & Cultural Society and African American Museum & Library of Oakland let you explore the best of Black History in the Bay Area. www.soulofamerica.com/san-francisco-oakland-cultural-sites.phtml

* Washington, DC – Though nothing beats having Barack Obama in the White House, D.C. also offers a slew of museums, including the National Museum of African Art and the Black Fashion Museum, the latter being the only one of its kind in America, www.soulofamerica.com/washington-cultural-sites.phtml

To find all of SoulOfAmerica.com's U.S. City Guides, visit www.soulofamerica.com/us-city-guides.phtml

Publishing online since 1997, SoulOfAmerica.com is the first, only comprehensive, most quoted, highest traffic and award-winning Black Travel Website. In a poll of over 100,000 voters, BlackWebAwards.com named SoulfOfAmerica.com the “2007, 2008, 2009 Best Travel Destination Website.”

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Tell the FCC What You Want from a National Internet Plan

 Click on the link provided to get the details about these and 20 additional scholarships at:
http://www.multicul turaladvantage. com/opportunity/ scholarships/ scholarships. asp

                      

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$2.5 Million Available for HIV Projects for Youth
Some $2.5 million is available for competitive HIV/AIDS cooperative agreements that will support prevention and testing for at-risk adolescents, employing technology-based approaches, social networking web sites, and peer educators. Projects will serve youth in alternative educational settings; juvenile detention facilities; and alternative living arrangements ordered by the courts. The application deadline is July 20, 2009.

Chicago Community Trust Competitive Grants Program
The Chicago Community Trust helps Chicago-area nonprofits achieve their goals to improve the life and vitality of their communities. The trust is accepting letters of inquiry from qualified nonprofit organizations for a highly competitive grantmaking process that seeks to address a wide variety of community needs. Up to $300K is available in funding. A letter of intent is due by July 15, 2009.

HIV Prevention for Young Women At-Risk
Grantees will develop and implement a new program which provides realistic prevention education services focused on the intersection between juvenile delinquency and STD/HIV infection for female adolescents/youths. This program will specifically target female adolescents/youths aged 9-17 who are deemed at-risk for juvenile delinquency. Up to $130K is available in grant funding. The application deadline is July 27, 2009.

RMYF Evaluation Grants for First-Time Applicants
Ruddie Memorial Youth Foundation evaluation grants are targeted to innovative programs or innovative components of programs serving youth. These are the only RMYF grants available to first time applicants. Up to $25K is available in grant funding. The application deadline is July 31, 2009.

LEGO Children's Fund
The Lego Children's Fund supports organizations and programs dedicated to inspiring and encouraging youth creativity, thereby improving their quality of life and preparing them for the future. Particularly, programs dedicated to a child's exploration of creativity that cater to children ages birth to 14, with priority consideration for disadvantaged or at-risk youth. Up to $5K is available in funding. The application deadline is August 1, 2009.

CLOCC Seed Grants
The CLOCC Seed Grant Program is designed to help investigators and organizations develop programs and research efforts to the point at which they should be able to obtain funding from outside sources. Up to $40K is available in grant funding. A letter of interest is due by August 3, 2009.

Targeted Grants to Reduce Childhood Lead Poisoning
The EPA is soliciting proposals from eligible entities to conduct activities to reduce incidences of childhood lead poisoning in vulnerable populations. Projects will address the issued through conducting outreach and education, identifying and monitoring under-studied areas, and developing replicable tools to tackle challenges in lead posioning prevention. Up to $100K is available in funding. The application deadline is August 14, 2009.

Heineman Foundation Seed Grants
The purpose of the Heineman Foundation is to provide seed money to start-up projects and new projects within existing organizations for a maximum of three to five years. Preference is given to organizations that we have not previously funded. The average range of funding is $20K to $50K, per annum. The application deadline is September 1, 2009.

Childhood Obesity Prevention & Treatment Research Consortium
This program solicits cooperative agreement grant applications from institutions to conduct randomized controlled trials to test innovative interventions that address the childhood obesity epidemic. Up to $4.25M is available in grant funding. A letter of intent is due by September 8, 2009.

U.S. Recovery Act - Pathways Out of Poverty
The Department of Labor will provide approximately $150 million in grant funds authorized by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 for projects that provide training and placement services to provide pathways out of poverty and into employment. Awards of up to $8M per grant are available. The application deadline is September 29, 2009.

FREE GRANT MONEY AVAILABLE! 

THERE IS PLENTY MORE GRANT MONEY AVAILABLE FOR

Artists, Women Issues, Housing, Transportation, Writers, Film Makers, EMERGENCY FUNDING and a whole lot more!  For details send email to HigherLearningNw@yahoo.com

The Federal Communications Commission is busy crafting America's first national broadband plan, and they're asking for your input. Now's your chance to tell the FCC to support an open, fast, affordable and people-powered Internet without corporate gatekeepers.

visit

http://www.freepress.net/node/58150

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The Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) has prepared a resource guide - www.cbcfinc.org - to highlight
some of the major provisions within the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 that are critical to our
community.

 

Stimulus Funds

Commonly called the Economic Stimulus Package, ARRA is the most comprehensive economic recovery legislation
in the United States since the New Deal of the 1930s. ARRA provides federal funding to states and local communities
for projects and programs that will address budget shortfalls for critical issues, such as employment, housing,
and health care.

“CBCF fully supports ARRA because it provides vital resources for improving the circumstances of African Americans
and all Americans who have been disproportionately affected by the current economic crisis,” said Elsie L. Scott,
president and chief executive officer for CBCF. “Our guide allows readers to quickly reference where funding is going
for education, health, economic development and social welfare – all areas that can stimulate and boost the economy
by creating and saving jobs in the private sector.”

A major source of job opportunities will come from training programs and projects. For example, $16.8 billion is allocated
for energy efficiency and conservation block grants, including funding for weatherization assistance, $636 million for business
loans programs and $50 million for YouthBuild to provide disadvantaged youth with education and employment skills,
youth development and training activities.

“One of the most important aspects of the Act is that it is intended to quickly disburse funds to revitalize and improve our most
economically vulnerable communities,” said Alana Hackshaw, Ph.D., and author of the guide. “This represents a major step
forward for many in African-American neighborhoods. With the federal agencies working with those who are responsible for
urban policies and the system of transparency and accountability among states and local communities in order to prevent waste,
fraud and abuse of funds, we can begin to turn the economy around,” she said.

The guide is available as a PDF at www.cbcfinc.org.

 

 

www.todaysdrum.com/5241/cbcf-resource-guide-on-recovery-funds-for-african-americans/

 

 Roberto Clemente Career Academy

 Expungement Seminar

 1147 N. Western Ave 8am - 6pm

For Additional Information,

Call (312) 603-5200 or (312) 603-0467

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Chicago Museum Free Days


Chicago has many wonderful museums and most of these museums have Free
Days when admission is free to the public. Since it is often hard to
keep track of the Chicago Museum Free Days going on throughout the
year, I have compiled a list of the most popular Museum Free Days.

Despite what you read here, it is suggested that you contact the
specific museum to ensure that their Free Days are still valid.
If you know a museum that should be added to the list, please Contact
Us and we will be happy to add it to this page.


Chicago Museum Free Days - Updated January, 2009

Adler Planetarium Free Days
The Adler Planetarium is open 9:30am - 6pm during the summer; 9:30am - 4:30pm otherwise;

Free Days 2009: Jan 5, 12-16, 20, & 27; Feb 3, 9-13, 17, & 24; Mar 3,
10 & 17; Apr 21 & 28; May (Tues) 5, 12, 19 & 26; Jun 7-12; Sep 1, 8,
14-18, 22, & 29; Oct (Tues) 6, 13, 20, & 27; Nov (Tues) 3, 10, 17, &
24; Dec (Tues) 1, 8, 15, & 22 ;


Art Institute of Chicago Free Days
The Art Institute of Chicago is free to the public every Thursday
evening from 5pm-8pm during 2009.


Field Museum Free Days
The Field Museum is Free on the Second Monday of every month, thanks
to a donation from Target.

Free Mondays 2009: Jan 12th; Feb 9th; March 9th; April 13th; May 11th;
June 8th; July 13th; Aug 10th; Sep 14 th; Oct 12th; Nov 9th; Dec 14th;


Freedom Museum
The McCormick Tribune Freedom Museum has been made free to public. The
museum is open Weds-Mon, 10am-6pm.

Free Days: The Freedom Museum is free every day! (Closed Tuesdays)


MCA Free Tuesdays
The Museum of Contemporary Art has Free Days every Tuesday. Special
events every week. The museum is open 10am - 8pm on these free days.
Free Days: Every Tuesday of 2009.


Museum of Science and Industry
The Museum of Science and Industry is free to the public on various
dates throughout the year. The museum is open Mon–Sat: 9:30am-4pm;
Sun: 11am-4pm;

Free Days 2009: Jan 5-31; April 22; June 1-5, 19; Oct 8, 9, 12-16,
19-23, 26-30; Nov 11;


Shedd Aquarium Free Days
During Shedd Aquarium Free Days, general admission is free. Wild Reef
admission is sold at a reduced rate. The aquarium is open Weekdays
9am–5pm and Weekends 9am–6pm.

Free Days 2009: 2009 Community Discount Weeks are on the following
dates in June (14 through 19), and Oct. (4 through 9).
2009 Community Discount Days are on the following dates for Mondays
and Tuesdays in September (21, 22, 28 and 29) October (2, 13, 19, 20,
26 and 27) and November (2, 3, 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, and 30).

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CBS DIVERSITY INSTITUTE
WRITERS MENTORING PROGRAM NOW
ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2009 - 2010 SESSION

Applications are now being accepted for the seventh session of the CBS Diversity Institute's Writers Mentoring Program. 
The submission period is March 1, 2009 - May 1, 2009.

The Writers Mentoring Program helps aspiring writers to break in and move up in the business. Each participant is matched
with two mentors - one is a senior level writer/producer on a CBS or CW primetime series, the other is a CBS, CW
or Paramount TV creative executive. Participants meet regularly with their mentors for advice and support on improving
their writing skills as well as career advice and guidance.

With a total of 33 graduates in its first five years, the Program has launched 17 careers in episodic television.

The primary focus of CBS' Diversity Institute Writers Mentoring Program is to provide access and networking opportunities
for talented and motivated diverse writers - with a focus on writers of color.  The program is based in Los Angeles .  It begins
in September 2009 and runs through May 1, 2010.

The Writers Mentoring Program is not employment and there is no monetary compensation. It is, instead, a structured
program of career development, support, and personal access to executives and decision-making processes; with the
goal of preparing aspiring writers for later employment opportunities in television.

For more information and an application visit www.cbsdiversity. com.

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HANDS TOGETHER, HEART TO ART
An arts camp for children ages 7-14 who have experienced the death of a
parent

at the Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University

handsJuly 7-18 (ages 10-14)

July 28 - August 8 (ages 7-11)

Tuition is just $50 for the 2-week session! Scholarships available.

The Auditorium Theatre of Roosevelt University is proud to present
the fourth year of our
one-of-a-kind summer camp program, Hands Together, Heart to Art. This
program is
designed for children 7-14 years old who have experienced the death of
one or both
parents. Employing several different areas of the performing arts, the
program encourages
communication, fosters emotional growth, and provides the consolation of
friendship
and compassion.

h2Partners include The Joffrey Ballet, Child's Play Touring Theatre,
Roosevelt University's Chicago College for the Performing Arts
and licensed counselors. Campers will participate in music, theatre,
dance and visual arts classes and create a final performance for family
and friends.

Find out more by visiting www.hthta.org .

If you know a child who would benefit from this program,
or if you would like to support HTHTA,
please call the Auditorium's Education department
at 312.922.2110 ext 353.


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Are you in pain?  Back, Neck, Shoulders or anywhere else?

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Rent Assistance, utilities and other amenities are available from

Call Mrs. JoAnn Williams 773-257-0111x127

These organizations have to send money back to the U.S. Government because families are not applying for the funds!  Tell everyone you know!!!!!!!!!

Merriville Academy has a place for you to leave your children for up to 72 hours (3 Days) when there is a crisis in the family.  Call the 24 hour hotline for EMERGENCY SITUATIONS! 

Call the Merrivlile Crisis Nursery for details. 773-205-3637

Healthy Families Chicago has EMERGENCY FOOD AND SHELTER available.

Rent Assistance, utilities and other amenities are available from

Call Mrs. JoAnn Williams 773-257-0111x127

These organizations have to send money back to the U.S. Government because families are not applying for the funds!  Tell everyone you know!!!!!!!!!

Merriville Academy has a place for you to leave your children for up to 72 hours (3 Days) when there is a crisis in the family.  Call the 24 hour hotline for EMERGENCY SITUATIONS! 

Call the Merrivlile Crisis Nursery for details. 773-205-3637

Healthy Families Chicago has EMERGENCY FOOD AND SHELTER available.

Rent Assistance, utilities and other amenities are available from

Call Mrs. JoAnn Williams 773-257-0111x127

These organizations have to send money back to the U.S. Government because families are not applying for the funds!  Tell everyone you know!!!!!!!!!

Merriville Academy has a place for you to leave your children for up to 72 hours (3 Days) when there is a crisis in the family.  Call the 24 hour hotline for EMERGENCY SITUATIONS! 

Call the Merrivlile Crisis Nursery for details. 773-205-3637

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Healthy Families Chicago has EMERGENCY FOOD AND SHELTER available.

Rent Assistance, utilities and other amenities are available from

Call Mrs. JoAnn Williams 773-257-0111x127

These organizations have to send money back to the U.S. Government because families are not applying for the funds!  Tell everyone you know!!!!!!!!!

Merriville Academy has a place for you to leave your children for up to 72 hours (3 Days) when there is a crisis in the family.  Call the 24 hour hotline for EMERGENCY SITUATIONS! 

Call the Merrivlile Crisis Nursery for details. 773-205-3637

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Certified  Public Accountant

Call Sherwyn at 708-822-9700

Tell him Zelda sent you!

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Hello Mrs. Zelda Robinson, 

I have been listening to your radio broadcast about how you are the money queen at getting money.  Please help us by sharing and enlightening us on how.  My wife and I have a business (C & A Investors).  C & A Investors purchases property, rehabbs, and seeks to help out the least of these.  Can you direct us on how to get monies/grants for minority businesses

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 Andre,

Check out the book, 2002 Guide to Venture Capital & Angel Investors for Women and Minorities by BLG VENTURES.

Stay on purpose, stay empowered!

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Hey Miss Zelda,

You must made my day when you said you could find grant money for anything, especially money for college.  I am in desparate need.  I would like to go back and complete my Master's Degree so I can leave this dead end job, but I just don't have the money.  I am a single mom and I cannot afford to take out another loan.  Please please send me the info.

Bev. L.

Hi Beverly, you are in luck my sister.   I encourage you to apply to them ALL.  If they are not enough, feel free to come out to the FREE Information Workshops. My GRANT RESEARCHER has designed a manual with over 200 pages (and constantly updating) of information on scholarships.

Be sure and invite me to the graducation!

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