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The Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement is hosting We Are Boston on May 19 at Blue Cross Blue Shield in the Prudential building. The workshop is from 3-5pm, and the reception is from 5:30-8pm. Please RSVP immediately because space is limited. This year's We Are Boston is an in-person event that will recognize the successes of the past year and name this year’s honorees who are champions of diversity and inclusiveness. The fun-filled evening will include performances and an inspiring program.Apply for a Grant to Host an Event for Immigrant Heritage MonthBoston-based community organizations are invited to partner with MOIA in celebrating Immigrant Heritage Month in June by hosting a community event. These one-time events will raise awareness about existing community programs and services, highlight the importance of immigrants in our City, and promote community building among our diverse immigrant residents and allies. Apply by May 4 to receive up to $2,500 to cover event costs. Here is the grant description and the grant application. |
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| Know Your Rights Webinar for Immigrant Workers on May 3Did you know that employers cannot pay you less than $15 per hour in Massachusetts? Did you know that your employer must pay you for all hours you work? Did you know that it is illegal for your employer to retaliate against you for reporting unsafe conditions or wage theft? Did you know that all workers have labor rights, regardless of immigration status? The Worker Empowerment Cabinet and MOIA are hosting a webinar on Wednesday, May 3 from 6-7:30pm. Lawyers and government officials will explain your rights on the job and answer questions. Interpretation will be available in Spanish, Portuguese, Cantonese, as well as other languages upon request. Register here. Here are links to flyers and graphics in more languages to share with your communities. |
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| Immigrant Youth Summer Work Experience Grant |
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The Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement is now taking applications for nonprofit organizations to offer work experience opportunities to immigrant youth. Organizations must provide leadership development and professional skills attainment in a culturally and linguistically sensitive manner. There is an info session on May 4 at noon and grant applications are due by May 18. Learn more and register here. For more information or to request a translation, please contact Renato Castelo at renato.castelo@boston.gov. |
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| Come intern with us! The Mayor's Office for Immigrant Advancement is hiring a Communications Intern to join us this summer. Responsibilities include helping with our website, social media, and various projects that support immigrants in Boston. The position is part-time and hybrid. Apply now! |
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| Next Free Immigration Consultations on May 3Our next Free Immigration Consultations are on May 3. Volunteer lawyers work with MOIA to offer free immigration consultations on the first and third Wednesday of every month from 12pm to 3pm. To schedule an appointment call (617) 635-2980 or email immigrantadvancement@boston.gov. Appointments are currently by telephone. Interpretation and disability accommodations are available. Consultations are 15 minutes and limited to one-time only. More information and flyers in several languages can be found on boston.gov/immigrants. |
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Events and AnnouncementsJob Postings |
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| | | Department of Energy, 5/25/2023 Industrial Assessment Centers; Building Training & Assessment Centers
Department of Labor, 5/19/2023 Workforce Readiness for Youth
Department of Veterans Affairs, 5/19/2023 Suicide Prevention
Department of Labor, 5/29/2023 Women in Apprenticeship and Nontraditional Occupations Technical Assistance
National Park Service, 6/11/2023 History of Equal Rights
National Endowment for the Humanities, 6/13/2023 Public Impact Projects at Smaller Organizations
Housing & Urban Development, 6/27/2023 Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program
SYSTEM FOR AWARDS MANAGEMENT UPDATE:
The federal government has transitioned from DUNS to the Unique Entity ID. A UEI is required to apply for and receive federal awards. The process is extensive; plan ahead. For more information, go to the FAQ page at SAM.gov. Federal funding opportunities are continuously updated on grants.gov
STATE GRANTS
Department of Public Health, 4/27/2023 Healthy Relationship Project Support
Early Education & Care, 5/8/2023 Coordinated Family and Community Engagement
Department of Mental Health, 5/15/2023 Intensive Community Services - Young Adult Therapeutic Care in the Southeast Area
Energy and Environmental Affairs, 5/22/2023 Urban Agriculture. Max: $50,000.
Health & Human Services, 5/31/2023 Medical Respite Pilot Grant
Department of Agriculture Resources, 6/12/2023 MA Food Trust Program
Department of Youth Services, through 4/7/2025 Hairdresser and Barber Services
Department of Public Health, through 6/30/2028 Honorarium Speakers and Lecturers Scroll down to "Important Links" on CommBUYS to see Newly Posted Bids.
CITY OF BOSTON GRANTS
Office of Workforce Development 5/5/2023: Life Sciences Career Awareness. Max: $500,000 6/16/2023: Workforce Needs Assessment. Max: $200,000
New This Week
Boston Planning & Development Agency, 5/22/2023 Dot Block Community Benefits
Mayor’s Office of Housing, 8/16/2023 Continuum of Care: housing and/or services to homeless households in Boston
Bids are updated continuously on the City of Boston Supplier Portal.
FOUNDATION GRANTS
Tides Foundation, 5/4/2023 Frontline Justice Fund. Max $150,000 Greg Hill Foundation + GrubHub Community Fund, 5/10/2023 Restaurant Strong Fund. Max: $25,000
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation, 5/11/2023 Youth Programs. Max: $20,000Verizon, 5/12/2023 Small Businesses. Big Dreams. Max: $10,000 Andy Warhol Foundation, 5/17/2023 Scholarly studies and other published work. Max: $50,000
ASPCA, 5/31/2023 Fund to End Factory Farming
Caplan Foundation, 5/31/2023 R&D grants addressing early childhood, including parenting education.
Nellie Mae Education Foundation, 6/1/2023 Boosting literacy skills for children of color
Fred J. Brotherton Charitable Foundation, 6/1/2023 Arts & Culture, Education, Medical Research, Religion, Scientific
Herb Block Foundation, 6/1/2023 Citizen Education and Voter Participation Projects.
Land Trust Alliance + Open Space Institute, 6/8/2023 Land Protection Plans for the Eastern US. Max: $15,000
National Endowment for Democracy, 6/16/2023 Average award: $50,000
National Garden Bureau, 7/1/2023 Therapeutic Garden Grants. Max: $3,000
George A. Ramlose Foundation, 8/1/2023 Arts & Culture, Civil Rights, Diseases/Disorders, Education, Economic Development, Food, Health, Human Services, Mental Health, Religion, Youth Development
Cruise Industry Charitable Foundation, Open Education and training programs. Max: $15,000.00
Kars4Kids, Open Awards range from $500 to $2,000
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation, Open Game-changing ideas or early-stage projects. Max: $300,000
National Basketball Association, Open Economic empowerment for Black youth in local NBA markets.
Dan Paul Foundation, Open Health, education, development, and welfare of the world's youth. Max: $15,000
Centene Foundation, Open Healthcare access, education, and social services. Christopher D. Smithers Foundation Alcohol Abuse Education. Max: $30,000
Klarman Family Foundation Arts & Culture, Education, Youth Development
Check the Funding Update Archives for back issues with open deadlines. THE RESOURCE TABLE
The Grantsmanship Center Meet the Grantmakers Online, 5/10/2023 Register here And check out the News Articles Archive for a wide selection of timely topics.
Tips for Grants to Individuals Courtesy of Candid.
DonorPerfect Community Conference Register here and mark your calendar now for free, virtual sessions on June 6 & 7.
Mayor Wu’s 2023 Neighborhood Coffee Hour Series 5/2/2023-6/21/2023
A unique opportunity to speak directly with the Mayor and staff from City departments about open space and your neighborhood. Dunkin’ will be on-site to fuel the local community with freshly brewed Iced Coffee and assorted fan-favorite MUNCHKINS® donut hole treats. In addition, each family in attendance will receive a free flowering plant provided by the Boston Parks and Recreation Department, while supplies last. Dunkin’ will brew up even more fun with customized lawn games and gift cards.
Residents at each event will be eligible to win a raffle prize from Dunkin’. Fresh fruit will be provided by Star Market. Additional support by City Express. Research Statistics
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