MetroHartford Alliance

CREC, working with and for its member districts, has developed a wide array of cost-effective and high-quality programs and services to meet the educational needs of children and adults in the Capitol Region since 1966. CREC is currently seeking paraeducators to serve at various locations. Learn more and apply at https://lnkd.in/e-cNgWNQ

Gene Goddard, CEcD, EDFP, Connecticut Insurance & Financial Services (CT IFS), features in this episode of the #Insurtech Leadership Podcast to discuss the CT-UK Insurtech Corridor, a program bringing UK-based innovation into the insurance capital of the world. Listen below! #insuranceindustry #insuranceinnovation #Hartford #Connecticut

Nonprofit organizations often struggle to identify and recruit board members that reflect the diversity of the communities they serve. Having board members who offer a variety of lived experiences, expertise, and perspectives can ensure that a nonprofit is in a stronger position to advance equity, plan for the future, make informed decisions, and take full advantage of opportunities in the community. In recognition of the value of board diversity, the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving is collaborating with the SEAT (Skill, Educate, Act, Transform) Program to help nonprofits further diversify their boards and enhance community representation. The SEAT Program invites community residents of color to participate in the program, which will provide them build the skills needed to serve on a local nonprofit board. During the ten-week training program, participants will learn what it means to be a member of a nonprofit board, and the expectations and responsibilities of board members. “The SEAT Program allows community residents who may otherwise not have thought about serving on a nonprofit board to gain the knowledge, skills and confidence to participate in the program in order to affect change in their community,” said Meher Shulman of the Hartford Foundation’s Nonprofit Support Program. Read more: https://lnkd.in/eyP9kSaq #board #nonprofit

The Trust for Public Land (TPL), Blue Hills Civic Association (BHCA), and the Connecticut Green Bank are pleased to announce the release of a report that details the completion of a park assessment project for the City of Hartford conducted by paid youth interns through BHCA’s Summer Youth Employment Program in 2023. Read more: https://lnkd.in/engZamKu

Spend the day with Adelbrook and support its mission of meeting the needs of youth and young adults with Autism, Developmental, and Intellectual Disabilities at its 28th Golf for Kids Tournament at Lyman Orchards. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/esHjJXFj #golftournament

For its second year, United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut and FOX61 are honoring individuals, groups and organizations who make a significant contribution to health care, housing, financial empowerment and/or education in Connecticut. Nominations for ImpaCT Awards were submitted by the public through June 28, 2024. An impartial judging committee reviewed award nominations and narrowed down three finalists per award category. “United Way is proud to recognize people who are taking action to create change in our communities,” said Eric Harrison, President and CEO, United Way of Central and Northeastern Connecticut. “We are excited to be partnering with FOX61 to lift up those who are committed to making Connecticut a better place for resident across the state.” Read entire story: https://lnkd.in/ez_p5Ebz

Four Greater Hartford students were selected as Student Leaders®️ and are participating in an eight-week paid summer internship that connects students to employment, skills development and service. These community-minded students—two rising high school seniors and two recent graduates—are gaining valuable work and leadership experience working with local nonprofit, Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford, all while earning competitive wages. Student Leaders also receive financial education coaching from Bank of America’s Better Money Habits curriculum. “Educating and connecting young adults to job training opportunities helps create long-lasting change in our community,” said Joe Gianni, president, Bank of America Greater Hartford. “Our partner, Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford, has been a key part of the success of the Student Leaders program for two decades. Every year I am inspired by our Student Leaders and their commitment to addressing critical issues in our community while tackling new experiences and developing lifelong skills.” Read entire story: https://lnkd.in/e_H9UyAX #internship #bankofamerica

Yoga In Our City, presented by ConnectiCare, continues its 12th season through October 13. “ConnectiCare is proud to be a long-time sponsor of Yoga In Our City and its mission to bring residents of all ages a free resource to support their mental and physical health,” said Kimberly Kann, Vice President of Public Relations, ConnectiCare. Learn more about Yoga in Our City and view its schedule at https://lnkd.in/eHfZPiuj #healthandwellness #wellbeing #yoga

Single tickets and subscriptions for the 2024/2025 season at Hartford Stage are now on sale. The Tony Award-winning theater announced the lineup for the season in March: Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, August Wilson’s Two Trains Running, Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet, Laughs in Spanish, Hurricane Diane, and the Hartford holiday tradition A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas. “Our upcoming season is filled with grand theatricality,” says Bensussen. “From the tug-of-war between good and evil in Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde and the power of a neighborhood in Two Trains Running, to the shenanigans in Laughs in Spanish, the purity of love in Romeo and Juliet, and the suburban hijinks in Hurricane Diane. We are excited to produce these vibrant, buoyant, and exciting plays on our stage created by the best theater artists in the field today.” Learn more and purchase tickets at https://lnkd.in/dzVUU_Y #livetheater #theater

The Connecticut Democracy Center will begin accepting nominations for its annual Connecticut Democracy Center awards, which recognize Connecticut residents who are committed to strengthening democracy through acts of citizenship, service, and community engagement. Nominations for all three awards categories will be accepted through October 20. Learn more and make your nominations at https://lnkd.in/e77yUR3m #nominations #democracy