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Tomorrow is 4/24/24, and Freedom 4/24 aims to raise $4,240 to prevent child exploitation. Research shows that traffickers are grooming elementary-aged students, but education can save lives. Freedom 4/24's Human Trafficking Prevention Curriculum for grades 5-12 is piloting in schools, but they need funding to continue offering it to schools across Virginia and the US at no cost. Their goal is to remove all barriers to education, ensuring every child receives life-saving education. It costs approximately $24 to educate one student. Join us in supporting this cause by donating to help them reach their goal. Every dollar counts, and your contribution can make a difference in the life of a child. #endhumantrafficking Donate now: https://lnkd.in/e3fMq_Yu

All communities need equitable public safety systems, free from racial bias, in order to thrive. This is why @Center for Policing Equity works to protect, empower, and support Black and Brown communities to redesign their public safety systems and produce better policing outcomes. Substantial and effective change in our collective approach to public safety can only be driven by community support. This #GivingTuesday, put community first: policingequity.org/donate.

West Harlem arts centers share their stories of life after the pandemic S/O to Elliot Heath and The Columbia Spectator for this excellent profile of four of our grantees (The Morningside Players, the Mama Foundation for the Arts, Dances for a Variable Population, and Arts & Minds) and the crucial work that they do in our community. West Harlem has always been a haven for creative expression, boasting an array of arts-based organizations and community centers. With nonprofits in particular, outside funding and government grants help sustain programming, which can bolster community involvement. The COVID-19 pandemic, however, presented unforeseen hardships to small businesses across the city, including artistic centers. The Morningside Players, the Mama Foundation for the Arts, Dances for a Variable Population, and Arts & Minds, who all receive funding from the West Harlem Development Corporation, are four West Harlem-based organizations that faced such challenges. Now that operations are finally getting back to normal in the aftermath of the pandemic, here are their stories. #WHDC #Harlem #WestHarlem #HarlemUSA #EternalHarlem #UptownCollectiv #UptownCollective

All communities need equitable public safety systems, free from racial bias, in order to thrive. This is why @Center for Policing Equity works to protect, empower, and support Black and Brown communities to redesign their public safety systems and produce better policing outcomes. Substantial and effective change in our collective approach to public safety can only be driven by community support. This #GivingTuesday, put community first. Join the movement and make an impact: policingequity.org/donate.

What a year 2023 was! From forging relationships with community partners to new events like our SuperK, there's a lot we accomplished in those 12 months. Read all about these things and more in our 2023 Impact Report! https://lnkd.in/e8AZ9QPt #nonprofit #2023 #report

🎓 Excited to share my journey to higher education! 🚀 In the fall of 2011, my path to higher education began, but it was far from typical. As an undocumented student, I faced numerous hurdles that added layers of complexity to my college experience. It was a journey marked by challenges, hope, and resilience. Back in 2012, financial aid for undocumented students was practically non-existent. However, in 2013, Assembly Bill 131 came into effect, opening doors for undocumented AB 540 students like me to access private financial aid totaling approximately $88 million in scholarships and grants. Additionally, AB 130 empowered colleges and universities to award institutional scholarships to qualified undocumented students under AB 540. Simultaneously, DACA, initiated in 2012, offered temporary lawful status to young unauthorized immigrants brought to the U.S. as children. This policy shift infused hope into the hearts of many Dreamers, myself included, reigniting the possibility of immigration reform or amnesty. Yet, despite these glimmers of hope, navigating the higher education system remained a daunting task. The system wasn't designed for individuals like me—those juggling full-time work, family responsibilities, and the challenges of being a first-generation college student with limited resources. Fast forward to 2018, and Rivet School emerged as a beacon of hope. Their commitment to student success, personalized support, and flexibility in earning a Bachelor's degree renewed my confidence. Rivet not only helped me achieve my Bachelor's degree after a decade of perseverance but also opened doors to further opportunities. Through Rivet School, I discovered Presidio Graduate School, where I secured another scholarship, unlocking the possibility of pursuing not one but two master's degrees. This opportunity is beyond what I ever imagined, and it's a testament to the transformative impact of organizations Rivet and Presidio. Soon, I'll proudly become the first member of my family with two master's degrees, a milestone made possible by the unwavering support and opportunities provided by these incredible institutions. #HigherEducation #UndocumentedStudents #Dreamers #RivetSchool #PresidioGraduateSchool #TransformativeEducation

We at Generation Citizen know that to truly elevate youth voice and build a more inclusive democracy, we need to ensure more young people have access to hands-on civic education – civic education that equips them with the civic skills to build consensus, identify root causes, and effectively advocate for themselves and their communities. At a time when teachers, students, and our public education system are facing challenges from multiple directions, it is up to us to stand up and stand behind the causes that support them as they push forward. This #GivingTuesday, help us equip our nation’s young people with the skills necessary to carry our democracy forward. Support our end-of-year campaign, Democracy’s Rising Generation, by clicking this link (https://lnkd.in/eurJX7yj) to make a gift today. Let’s work together to triple GC’s impact by 2025. #democracy #democracysrisinggeneration #education #civics #youthempowerment #youthleadership #fundraising #giveback

I joined an amazing organization - Families Forward Charlotte and they need YOU. 1️⃣ Help recruit Family Liaison mentors. Keys to being a great Family Liaison - having the time, being open to forming a new relationship with a family in our program, and approaching their situation with grace and understanding. No specific skills needed! I have attached a flyer that you can pass on to anyone interested. More information and links to sign up can also be found on our website: https://lnkd.in/eNdMjiVf A great way to share the information is from our social media pages. We don't have recent posts about being a Family Liaison but look for them over the coming months. 2️⃣ Share our need for child watch volunteers Volunteers will need to be background checked if 18 or older. Needs are primarily 5:30-8:30pm on Tuesdays and 10:30-1:30pm on Saturdays. A recent social media post about it can be found here. https://lnkd.in/eVH_RYiX 3️⃣ Share our need for meals Meals can be provided in multiple ways: -homemade or store bought frozen meals -prepared or purchased meals to be served at workshops (to children and/or adults). Link to a great example. https://lnkd.in/eVH_RYiX 4️⃣ Connect us with organizations or groups we can speak to community groups or clubs, churches, professional organizations, rotary clubs, etc. Connect us via email or schedule a meeting with the agency and one of our staff. Reach out to Carrie Christian to coordinate. 5️⃣ Help us thank our #volunteers! Write thank you notes or make phone calls to thank Family Liaison mentors or other volunteers. Let me know how many you want to commit to doing and which form you are most comfortable with and I will share the information needed with you. #charlottenc

BEHIND CLOSED DOORS - I feel a bit disheartened today, more so because the number of children dying are on the increase while the GNU decides on who must be the next minister, while government agencies responsible for safeguarding the safety of our children are having multi million rand conferences discussing ideas instead of implementing strategies available to them already. I’m confused at why this is even happening! So much talk but no action, and what makes matters worse is the fact that many abled NPO’s are doing most of the work underfunded, under resourced and unsupported. What a time to be alive, really … how so, when we can’t even protect those most vulnerable. When we ASK, we encourage you to GIVE, and when you give that INSPIRES change. It’s all connected, but I don’t think many truly understand the importance of giving from a place of love. What you see is not necessarily what you’re seeing. Darkness is spreading … 😳 #WeAreBrightSparkFoundationSA For more information, please follow us on: 
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