CHA Learn and Earn RFP

https://docs.google.com/open?id=12d2-evd8ZJxpTSlpUeBuOaF7skt7MAiqoCPXhrmN87qtMwUKZKTTxRjMeTIO

Attached is the Request for Proposals for the Learn and Earn program.  It was released on Friday, December 2 and is available for download on CHA’s website.  The pre-proposal meeting will be held on December 14 and proposals are due back on January 11, 2012.

Our procurement department distributed this RFP to a list of potential vendors, however please send this to anyone that you feel may be interested in applying.  If there are any questions related to this RFP, they should be directed to Venita Hawkins Barnes in CHA’s procurement department.  Her phone number is 312-913-5858.

Thanks,

Lucas

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CHANGE

CHICAGO HOUSING AUTHORITY

Lucas Fopma| Director - Contract Management & Reporting |Resident Services
phone 312.913.5898| fax 312.913.5899
Chicago Housing Authority | 60 E. Van Buren | Chicago, IL 60605
lfopma@thecha.org | www.thecha.org

Grants & Awards

Grants & Awards
Project Ignition Grants Deadline: November 15 The National Youth Leadership Council® and State Farm® are pleased to announce the availability of $2,000 Project Ignition grants for public high schools to support their students in addressing teen driver safety through service-learning. Public high schools in the United States and the Canadian provinces of Alberta, Ontario and New Brunswick are invited to apply for the 2011-2012 grants. 25 schools will be chosen to receive $2,000 grants to implement their campaigns from January to April of this school year. Ten of these schools will be selected to receive additional support.  http://bit.ly/pKcD1c	MLK Day Lead Organizer Grants Deadline: November 18 YSA and CNCS are proud to support up to 16 MLK Day Lead Organizers with $4,000 planning grants to coordinate Martin Luther King Day of Service (January 16, 2012) activities. This grant program is open to nonprofit organizations, K-12 schools, and colleges & universities in all 50 states and DC. Grantees will be required to engage at least 3,000 volunteers in community service or service-learning projects on MLK Day, build or strengthen partnerships with at least 5 partner organizations, and address one or more strategic issue areas. Learn more: www.YSA.org/grants/MLKDay
Humane Education Grants Deadline: November 30 The Humane Society of the United States is accepting applications for the new Humane Education Mini-Grant, designed to fund classroom teachers who lead innovative, standards-based programs and curricula in humane education, specifically the teaching of kindness and respect for animals and their natural habitats. Applicants must be K-12 certified teachers working at a public, private, or parochial school. Projects should engage students in hands-on activities that lead to the acquisition of new knowledge, awareness, or self-discovery as they relate to humane education. http://bit.ly/w0ELZY	Sodexo Youth Grants Deadline: January 17 YSA will award 100 Sodexo Youth Grants of $500 each to support youth-led service projects in the United States that address the issue of childhood hunger on Global Youth Service Day (April 20-22, 2012). We're looking for projects that engage your peers, friends, families, neighbors, Sodexo employees, and other community members in creative, youth-inspired solutions to ending childhood hunger in your community.  Over 17 million children in the United States live at risk of hunger. YSA and Sodexo are calling on young people, ages 5-25, to help make sure your peers don't have to worry about where their next meal will come from. Learn more at: www.YSA.org/grants/sodexoyouth

Substance Abuse Prevention Program (SAPP) Request for Proposals - due 11/18

Dear Colleagues,

Please help distribute this information about the SAPP RFP among your networks. We are hoping to have a very wide distribution across the state. Please note the deadlines for questions and submission. Three bidders’ conferences are scheduled as listed below. The Bidders’ Conferences will provide an opportunity to learn more about this opportunity. Thank you.

Illinois Latino Family Commission

Additional information and guidance about this RFP can be viewed and downloaded at http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=57432

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The Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Community Health and Prevention, Bureau of Community-Based and Primary Prevention - Substance Abuse Prevention Program (SAPP) is pleased to announce the posting of the Substance Abuse Prevention Program (SAPP) Request for Proposals (Reference # CHP-49791).

The Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Community Health and Prevention, is seeking community-based organizations and governmental units across the state to provide services under one or more of its substance abuse prevention programs. These programs are: Local Capacity Building, Direct Service, Strategic Prevention Framework and Statewide Capacity Building.

Three Bidders’ Conferences are scheduled for November 1, 2 and 3, 2011.  Each Bidder's Conference will be held from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.  Note:  Two Sub-Grants will be reviewed from 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.:  Sub-Grant A - Local Capacity Building (LCB) and Sub-Grant D - State Capacity Building (SBC) and two Sub-Grants will be reviewed from 12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.:  Sub-Grant B - Direct Service (DS) and Sub-Grant D - Strategic Prevention Framework (SPF).  You should plan to attend the Sub-Grant review of most interest to your agency.  It is recommended that you review the RFP prior to attending the Bidders' Conference.  Below please find additional information regarding the upcoming Bidders' Conferences: 

November 1, 2011:

Chicago Urban League, East & West Conference Rooms, 4510 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago IL 60653

November 2, 2011:

Bloomington Police Station, Osborn Room, 305 S. East Street, Bloomington IL 61701

November 3, 2011:

Mt. Vernon Outland Airport, 100 Aviation Drive, Mount Vernon IL  62862

For more information regarding parking, please reference page 11 in the RFP.

The Bidders' Conferences will allow interested applicants to gain clarification and ask questions relating to the RFP.  Please note your participation is not a mandatory requirement for the submission of a proposal.

The final date to submit proposals is November 18, 2011 at 1:00 p.m. Proposals are to be submitted to:

lllinois Department of Human Services

Bureau of Community-based and Primary Prevention

401 S. Clinton, 4th Floor

Chicago IL 60607.

ATTENTION: Kimberly Fornero/SAPP Procurement #CHP49791

Additional information and guidance about this RFP can be viewed and downloaded at http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=57432

Please note that Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) will be posted with the Substance Abuse Prevention Program RFP. The information in the FAQs may be updated periodically, so applicants are encouraged to check it frequently. Only written answers posted on the website will be considered valid and official. Note: The final deadline to submit any written questions regarding the Substance Abuse Prevention Program RFP is 12:00 p.m. on November 14, 2011.  Please submit all questions in writing, via email to DHS.DCHP-SAPPRFP@Illinois.Gov

Thank you for your interest in the Substance Abuse Prevention Program RFP.

Soliciting Corporate Sponsors: Steps to Successful Partnerships

Soliciting Corporate Sponsors: Steps to Successful Partnerships Thursday, October 20th, 2011 1pm to 2pm EST / 10am to 11am PST   Soliciting corporate sponsors for any fundraising campaign can be daunting, whether in conjunction with a charitable event or as part of a crowd-sourcing effort; or, the combination of the two. In this one hour webinar guest speaker, Layne Gray, outlines the strategic issues facing volunteer organizations and nonprofits in what is becoming an increasingly competitive field. The question of how to differentiate your cause, your organization and yourself is answered and the seven tactical steps to turn prospects into partners are reviewed. Presented by: Vivanista Founder and Chief Evangelist, Layne Gray Register Today! Takeaways -Quadrant Guide to corporations giving -Developing realistic quantifiable goals -How to find prospective corporate sponsors -Steps in the solicitation process -Keys to overcoming objections -Creating and delivering a compelling pitch -Do's and Don'ts of Solicitation Bonus Materials -Guide to Corporate Sponsor Solicitation -Corporate Sponsor Solicitation Checklist -Survey and infograph templates for audience demographics Upcoming and recorded webinars Webinar Listing Webinar series brought to you free by FirstGiving FirstGiving is dedicated to one purpose: empowering passionate nonprofit supporters to raise more money than they ever thought possible for the causes they care about. Learn More about FirstGiving www.firstgiving.com

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Learn How to Attract Resources and Gain Support from Your Community & Resource Development

Human Services Outreach is the "it's about time" strategy that high growth ministries are using to reach and also to retain people and resources in their own communities.  This valuable workshop presents practical techniques for getting started right away with minimal upfront cost.  It also teaches about how to find and track potential donors.
 Here are a few testimonies:
 “One of the best workshops that I have attended…I can’t wait to tell other Pastors and leaders…”  -EF, New Generation Ministries
“Showed me structure, how to focus and pinpoint…I really enjoyed myself.”  -GH, Agape Church & Ministries
“very enlightening…helpful information…an eye opener…” -ACJ, Agape Church & Ministries
“Focusing, setting your plans and strategies…that I can start right now…getting the youth”-AJ, Canaan AME Church
“Infused with a lot of practical application that can be applied immediately…led by people of faith…”-RP, Baruch Creative Arts Foundation

Contact

Dr. Margaret Jamal
Faith Legacies
drmjamal@faithlegacies.org
877-874-6549

When

Saturday October 15, 2011 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM CDT

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Where

Canaan AME Church
801 South 14th Avenue
Maywood, IL 60153-1807

Federal Grant Writing for Beginners

This 5 Module course will provide an overview that explains Federal Grants and what is typically required in most grant proposals in order to be awarded grant funds. The individual sessions are assembled to provide an overview that explains Federal Grants as well as what is required to write competitive proposals. Participants will learn about what information is typically requested in most Federal Grant applications.  A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION can be downloaded after the successful completion of each course.

NOTE: Prerequisites are courses that you should have completed satisfactorily with a passing grade and/or have a workable knowledge of the lesson content:
This session requires the following Prerequisite(s):
NO PRE REQUISITES REQUIRED
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Funding Opportunities

Safe Routes to School - National Safe Routes to School - mini-grants to support the Safe Routes to School programs, which support and encourage children to walk and bike safely to school - October 19, 2011
Play With Your Produce - prizes for kindergarten through 6th grade classrooms and after school programs to incorporate fruits and veggies into lesson plans - October 30, 2011
2012 Youth Garden Grants - National Gardening Association and Home Depot - funding for youth-centered gardens - November 28, 2011
Click here for additional funding opportunities.

Breakin’ it Down 8 – A Conference for Fundraising Professionals

Breakin’ it Down 8 – A Conference for Fundraising Professionals

Friday, October 21, 8:30 AM- 5:30 PM
Roosevelt University, 430 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago.

Join Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders in Philanthropy, Asian Pacific Americans in Development, Blacks In Development, Chicago African Americans in Philanthropy\, and Latinos In Development at our unique fundraising training program featuring diverse speakers and workshops for fundraising professionals and non-profit leaders that serve diverse communities. This event also includes the highly anticipated speed networking event with representatives of some of Chicago’s premier corporations and foundations.  Breakin' It Down 8 promises to be a high-quality learning experience at an affordable cost of $30 - a special discounted rate for YNPN Chicago members. Simply preregister, send an e-mail to cwisniewski@mujereslat.org, and pay at the door.

AIDS Foundation Challenge Grants

The AIDS Foundation of Chicago (AFC) is pleased to invite you to apply for funding through our new 2011 Challenge Grants program. This year AFC plans to make 10-12 two-year grant awards averaging $40,000 ($20,000 per year). The two-year grant periods will begin January 1, 2012 and end on December 31, 2013. Programs that are successfully awarded funding through this cycle will be able to apply non-competitively for an additional year of funding if they have had satisfactory compliance of the Challenge Grants program requirements.

Agencies interested in applying for funds must return eight copies of the completed application, including budget and all attachments, to AFC no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 21, 2011.

As with past funding opportunities, only organizations with 501(c)(3) status as determined by the Internal Revenue Service and operating in the Chicago metropolitan area are eligible to apply. Collaborations are encouraged.

Applicant agencies must:

1.      Be a member of the AIDS Foundation of Chicago Service Providers Council (SPC)

2.      Participate in the AIDS Run & Walk Chicago (ARWC – Community Direct) on October 1, 2011

3.      Meet the fundraising criteria in the application to be eligible to apply for a private grantmaking grant up to $20,000 in 2011.  (see table in application)

For this new application process there will be two Technical Assistance Meetings held at AFC. They will take place, to RSVP contact Donnise Gaffeney at dgaffeney@aidschicago.org

•Friday, September 23, 2011 – 1:00 -3:00 p.m

•Wednesday, October 4, 2011 – 10:00 am – 12:00 p.m.

It is STRONGLY RECOMMENDED that any agency planning on applying attends one of these technical assistance meetings. To register for the meetings please email Donnise Gaffeney at dgaffeney@aidschicago.org

All members of AFC’s Service Providers Council are encouraged to participate in and benefit from the 2011 AIDS Run & Walk Chicago scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 1, 2011. As a reminder, it is mandatory if you choose to apply for private grant funding.

Electronic versions of these forms are available on the website under grantmaking or can be requested via email.  Please contact Cynthia Tucker at ctucker@aidschicago.org  or at (312) 334-0965 should you have any questions regarding the Challenge Grants program.

    

Cynthia Tucker

Director of Prevention & Community Partnerships

200 W Jackson Blvd. Suite 2200

Chicago, IL 60606

(O) 312-334-0965

(f) 312-922-2916

Challenge Grants Program Cover Letter - Sept 20 Cycle 27 Application Editable

Invitation/Registration to the R5 Technical Assistance Forum: WIA Youth Service Delivery Strategies

Greetings Youth peers, partners and providers! Attached is the invitation letter that was sent to WIA State Administrators from the ETA Regional Administrator for the Region 5 ETA/ASTD Technical Assistance Forum. The event will to be held at the Sax Hotel in Chicago, Illinois on October 17 -19, 2011. Please feel free to share that communication and this email invitation broadly among your state peers, youth councils, WIA youth service providers, and other youth serving partners. The Technical Assistance Forum will include a separate youth track to address WIA Youth Service Delivery Strategies. A professionally facilitated curriculum will have a program delivery focus and will be delivered over 2.5 days. State youth program administrators, Youth Council members and direct providers of youth services will engage in a facilitated peer-to-peer learning exchange on day-one and multiple workshops addressing key program areas of emphasis on day-two. Expected workshop and learning exchange topics include: • Improving employability skills through paid and unpaid work experience • Building capacity to increase credential attainment • WIA Youth 101: tutorial as orientation or refresher class • WIA fiscal and program reporting 101: tutorial as orientation or refresher class • Proving Career Pathways in high-demand sectors • Strengthening partnerships to leverage resources & opportunities • Improving Literacy/Numeracy Outcomes On-site registration will begin on the Monday afternoon before the training begins. Early arrivers are encouraged so they may attend the Show-and-Tell Networking Meeting! To enhance the casual networking experience, attendees are invited to make casual presentations or set up displays to highlight a premier activity or promising practice related to one of the WIA Youth Program Elements. Bring photos, curriculums, samples, etc. to share. For fun, one “gold-star” project will be selected for each of the 10 Youth Element categories. There is no fee for this WIA Youth technical assistance opportunity, but advanced registration is required. Youth track enrollment is limited, as is the room block, so we encourage you to make your reservations early. Registration and Hotel Information, including the room rate, can be found at: http://www.fallconferencesite.com/astd/region5.cfm If there are outstanding questions or concerns, please contact me at harris.lori@dol.gov Thanx! State Administrator Letter 082211 YOUTH DraftAgenda_r5wLogo (2)

Grant Announcements

Sodexo Youth Grants Deadline: September 16 YSA will award 25 Sodexo Youth Grants of $500 each to support youth-led service projects in the United States that address the issue of childhood hunger during National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week (November 13-20, 2011).  We're looking for projects that engage your peers, friends, families, neighbors, Sodexo employees, and other community members in creative, youth-inspired solutions to ending childhood hunger in your community. Learn more at www.YSA.org/grants/sodexoyouth	UnitedHealth HEROES Grants Deadline: October 17 The UnitedHealth HEROES program is a service-learning, health literacy initiative that awards grants to help youth, ages 5-25, create and implement local, hands-on programs to fight childhood obesity. The grants encourage semester-long projects that launch on MLK Day of Service  and culminate on Global Youth Service Day. Schools, service-learning coordinators, non-profits, and students in the health professions located in all 50 states and the District of Columbia are eligible to apply for the $500 - $1,000 grants. Learn more at www.YSA.org/HEROES
NYLC Youth Leadership for Service-Learning Excellence Award Deadline: October 21 This award recognizes K-12 service-learning programs and projects that demonstrate outstanding youth leadership. The award focuses on projects that uniquely demonstrate youth leadership for service-learning excellence - incorporating key elements of high-quality service-learning and having a sustainable impact on the participants and the broader community. One winner will be selected to receive this award at the National Service-Learning Conference in Minneapolis, MN., April 11-14, 2012. The winner will receive $1,000 to support the program, along with travel, lodging, and registration for the conference for two youth participants and one adult leader. http://bit.ly/n9fvNY	NYLC Service-Learning Practitioner Leadership Award Deadline: October 21 This award recognizes practitioners who have equipped young people to lead and serve, both through their direct service-learning instruction with youth and by nurturing other practitioners to expand their service-learning skills and knowledge. Each year, this award is presented to a teacher who has created a living legacy through service-learning practice. One winner will be selected. This award will be presented at the National Service-Learning Conference in Minneapolis, Minn., April 11-14, 2012. The selected practitioner will receive $1,000 to maintain and develop service-learning programs in his or her organization or school, along with travel, lodging, and registration for the conference.  http://bit.ly/p5w9cX