Leave a Legacy insert in New Haven Register

Dear Colleague,
In order to sustain our mission in the community both today and tomorrow, non-profit organizations in the Greater New Haven area will need to rely more than ever on bequests from our donors. Many future bequests are in the process of being planned right now, but we are not necessarily privy to the conversations that take place between individuals and their professional advisors.

When those conversations take place, will donors think of your organization?

The mission of our Connecticut Leave a Legacy committee is to educate the public about the benefits of leaving bequests to charities in wills or other estate plans. The New Haven chapter of Leave a Legacy is committed to a community campaign that involves all types of non-profit groups. Leave a Legacy does not solicit gifts for any particular organization. Our goal is to simply assist practitioners and their clients by motivating them to choose a charity that may have touched them personally so that they, in turn, may make a difference in the lives of others in their own community -- forever.

Help us to help us all

It is our goal to reach people who might not ordinarily see the importance of having a will in the first place, and then realize how they can use that instrument to support their favorite charitable purposes. We believe we can help influence those individuals and their advisors by partnering with the New Haven Register to produce a special advertising supplement called LEAVE A LEGACY, which will be published in the Register on Thursday, June 5th. You can help us get the message across to your potential donors by submitting an advertisement to promote public awareness about your organization in this special Leave a Legacy supplement. It will be distributed to over 81,000 residents in Greater New Haven. In addition, the Thursday edition of the New Haven Register is one of the most widely read throughout the area.

A representative of the New Haven Register will be contacting you soon about this supplement. You may wonder if you can afford it, but can you afford not to be listed among the many other charitable organizations and allied professionals that will be listed? We encourage your participation and we, as well as our community, will be grateful for your support.

If you would like more information about Leave a Legacy, please visit our website at www.leavealegacyct.org.

Thank you for your consideration!

Pat Borghesan & Vilandria Turner
New Haven Leave a Legacy Committee

Non-Profits Mail "On the House"

At the March GNH Development Roundtable, Allison Pelliccio of ConnCan demonstrated the features of Salesforce.com software for nonprofits. Following is a new offer that sweetens an already impressive service:


If you're currently enjoying the 10 free Enterprise licenses you get with Salesforce as a non-profit, get ready for something really great.

VerticalResponse has had great success with our business, and always strives to make a difference, whether participating in local volunteer programs, or the non-profit discount we started over a year ago. We understand how tough it can be to keep a small organization running, especially on a tight budget, so we didn't want to stop there...Nonprofits now email for free!

All approved 501(c)3 non-profit organizations qualify for this program.

You can email up to 10,000 emails per month for free. Any unused credits expire at the end of the month, but your account will be replenished with 10,000 new email credits at the beginning of each new month.

Ready to Sign Up?
Just fax us the application form; we'll check to make sure you're not fibbing about our 501(c)3 status, and then we'll flip the switch.

If you've already signed up with VerticalResponse to receive the 15% non-profit discount, shoot us an email at nonprofits@verticalresponse.com with your username to let us know you want to take advantage of emailing for free.Click here for complete details!

-Chris Carpio, Product Manager

CT State Library seeks p/t project manager

Position will manage the Conservation ConneCTion, a statewide conservation planning initiative funded by the Institute of Museum and Library. 15-25 hours/week, with modest travel required within state. Immediate start date, continuing through September 30, 2009. Compensation will depend upon experience and level of involvement, with a maximum compensation of $40,000 over 16 months. Benefits are not included.

Qualifications include 3+ years experience in museum, library, or archives with emphasis on conservation/preservation; demonstrated project management skills.

Details: Kendall F. Wiggin, State Librarian
Connecticut State Library
231 Capitol Avenue
Hartford, CT 06106
860-757-6510
860-757-6503 (fax)
kwiggin@cslib.org
http://www.cslib.org/

Arts And Ideas Bike Tours

It’s that time of year again…the popular A & I Bike Tours are set (see below).
Duration: 3 hours; New Haven Century: 6 hours
Location: Corner of College and Chapel Streets

Cruise around town on bike tours guided by Elm City Cycling, New Haven's very own bike advocacy organization. Take a leisurely ride and sample international eats along the way, or challenge yourself to finish the 4th annual New Haven Century, a 100-mile trek. There's something for everyone, from novices to die-hard bike enthusiasts. Details: www.elmcitycycling.org

Sat June 14, 9am: Bethany Farms
Sat June14, 1pm: Sacred Architecture 1638-2008
Sun June 15, 9 am: Public Art in New Haven
Sun June 15, 1 pm: New Haven Art Galleries
Wed June 18 , 5:30 pm: Shoreline West-Savin Rock
Sat June 21, 9am: Farmington Canal and Sleeping Giant
Sat June 21, 1pm: Fahrenheit 451
Sun June 22, 9 am: Stony Creek
Sun June 22, noon: International Food Tour
Wed June 25, 5:30 pm: Shoreline East-Lighthouse Point
Sat June 28, 8am: New Haven Century

SCORE is looking for volunteers

SCORE, Counselors to America’s Small Business, can provide a stimulating volunteer experience that allows you to use your business expertise to help start-up and growing businesses. SCORE is a nonprofit resource partner with the SBA, with more than 400 Chapters nationwide. The New Haven Chapter of SCORE has a growing client base and needs talented individuals who are willing to share their expertise.

Come to our open house on Wednesday, May 14, 6-8pm, at Gateway Community College, Room 207B or call 865-7645 for more information on becoming a SCORE Volunteer. www.newhavenscore.org

Anyone familiar with Sage Fundraising software?

Schooner is looking for feedback on Sage Fundraising Software. They are considering purchasing this system but would like to hear from current users. Please send feedback to Carol at development@schoonerinc.org / 865-1737

Photos Requested for Blue Star Banner Display at Library

Soon you will see flyers for my June Ives display on the Blue Star Banner and its history. People can hang this banner in their homes if they have a direct relative in the United States Armed Forces during a time of war or hostility. I would like to display photographs (copies only, please) of active-duty military who are current New Haven residents or who are connected in some way to New Haven. If you have a soldier or know of someone who has a soldier that fits that description, I would love to have a copy of a photograph of them in uniform for the June display. Please include their name and where they are serving, whether it is here in the United States or elsewhere in the world.

Sheila Bonenberger
New Haven Free Public Library (946-7450)

Have a little rBGH/rBST with your ice cream?

Ben & Jerry's was one of the first ice cream makers to label their ice creams as free of recombinant bovine growth hormones, or rBGH/rBST. However, some states are now trying to BAN the labeling of milk as hormone-free, claiming it is unfair because it implies hormone-free milk is safer. If you support the law as presently written, download and sign a letter to thank Ben & Jerry's for refusing to use artificial hormones in their ice cream - and get a free treat! Visit your nearest scoop shop on Ben & Jerry's Free Cone Day, April 29, noon-8 pm.

More information at http://citizens.org/action-alerts/take-action-support-dairy-free-from-rbgh-rbst-hormones-and-get-free-ice-cream

Boating Safety Classes start April 30 in Milford

The Milford Power and Sail Squadron, a nonprofit that provides public instruction in boating safety, will present four seminars aimed at upgrading the skills of the recreational boater, at the Margaret Egan Center in Milford, 7-9pm, $35. Details: 876-8261 or Bobr876@aol.com. Classes include:

April 30: How To Use a Chart
May 5: Using your GPS
May 7: Onboard Weather Forecasting
May 12: Using VHF and VHF/DSC Marine Radio
May 14: Sail Trim

New Haven Aldermen hold Public Hearings on Mortgage Foreclosure Crisis

The New Haven Board of Aldermen will continue its series of public hearings on the mortgage foreclosure crisis with three community meetings in the areas of the city hit hardest by predatory lending practices.

In addition to being public hearings, these meetings will be resource sessions where homeowners threatened by foreclosure can meet with local service providers and begin receiving assistance. The Board of Aldermen has been working with Mayor John DeStefano, Jr.’s Mortgage Foreclosure Task Force, including individuals from Neighborhood Housing Services, the Yale Law School Clinic, and the Greater New Haven Community Loan Fund to develop comprehensive services for victims of predatory lending practices.

Hearings are 5:30-7:30 pm as follows:
- Wednesday, April 30, at Stetson Branch Library
- Wednesday, May 21, at Fair Haven Branch Library
- Wednesday, May 28, at Courtland Wilson Branch Library

For more information contact Mickey Mercier, Legislative Aide, at 946-4876.

Graustein Fund's Nonprofit Forum 08-09

The Community Leadership Program begins its seventh year in helping leaders to explore their personal values in a learning community. This free year-long program offers readings, monthly group meetings and two weekend retreats, with the goal of discovering new perspectives and allies. Brochure is available at http://mail.google.com/mail/?ui=2&ik=c2ef3ec205&attid=0.1&disp=vah&view=att&th=1198709a126e5a35 or from Gail Torresquintero, CLP Coordinator at William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund, 230-3330 x 19 or gailt@wcgmf.org.

Neighborhood Assistance Act (HB 5937) status report

Here is an update regarding the bill in the state legislature to reform the Neighborhood Assistance Act. The bill is currently sitting on the state House of Representatives calendar, awaiting action. If passed by both the state House and state Senate and signed in to law by the Governor, this bill will permit more types of businesses (LLCs, LLPs and sub s corporations) to be eligible for the tax credits offered under the program, in exchange for their donations to qualified nonprofits. Although the bill has been amended so that the level of tax credits available to these types of businesses is now only 25 percent (versus the 60 percent available for C corporations), this is something that can be corrected next year.

The important thing now is to get the bill passed so that LLCs, LLPs and sub s corporations are included. The main threat the bill now faces is inaction. House Democratic leadership, esp. Speaker James Amann of Milford (jim.amann@cga.ct.gov / 1-800-842-1902 and State Representative Cameron Staples (cam9123@hotmail.com / 1-800-842-8267), need to hear from nonprofits supporting passage of this bill.

Please call or e-mail those state legislators from New Haven and, if you know them, those from nearby towns. You can obtain other e-mail addresses / phone numbers from the Connecticut General Assembly website (http://www.cga.ct.gov/) The message is simple:

HB 5937 (An Act Concerning The Neighborhood Assistance Act) will help my organization (name) a great deal as we seek to generate support from area businesses by giving businesses an extra incentive to give, despite the difficult economic times we are experiencing. PLEASE HELP bring this measure to a vote in the House.

Believe me, even or two calls / e-mails on a bill get noticed; four or more seem like a tsunami!

Al May
Director of Development for Christian Community Action
168 Davenport Ave.
New Haven, CT 06519
http://www.ccahelping.org/
777-7848 x112

Solar Youth has New Location in Westville

Solar Youth has moved to a larger office within the Westville Manor public housing development. They are now able to offer more programming to more youth in a bigger space at 53 Wayfarer St., New Haven 06515. Details at http://www.solaryouth.com/about.cfm

Mayor's Community Arts Grants Program

This City program offers grants up to $2,000 for arts and cultural projects, programs and events presented in New Haven neighborhoods. The goal of the program is to encourage the development of individual and emerging artists; strengthen neighborhood programs and collaborations (especially for youth); increase the economic viability of our neighborhoods; improve the quality of life for our citizens; and promote and celebrate cultural awareness and diversity.

Details: Kim Futrell, New Haven Office of Cultural Affairs, 946-7172 or kfutrell@newhavenct.net

Junta has Worker Center Organizer position open

JUNTA is launching a Worker Center that will help build an organized network of workers and leaders in New Haven focused on addressing workplace rights issues. The Worker Center Organizer is a p/t position that reports directly to and works extensively with the Economic Development Program Coordinator at JUNTA. The Worker Center Organizer will be responsible for supporting the Worker Center’s development through various organizing and administrative tasks.

Full job description is at http://www.juntainc.org/en/programs/economic_development.php

Casting Call

Grant Wilfley Casting is seeking Connecticut locals for FARLANDERS aka Untitled Sam Mendes Project directed by Sam Mendes, starring John Krasinski and Maya Rudolph, filming in various locations NW CT, including New Haven. Casting for college students and faculty, high-end & wealthy shoppers, National Guard (men & women), strip club patrons, etc. Email a recent picture and contact information to sam@gwcnyc.com.

ART HANDLER/DRIVER OPPORTUNITY:Artist is looking for an art handler/driver to help deliver paintings to New York City on May 13 or 14. Compensation: $15 an hour. Details: www.artspacenh.org/opportunities/professional.htm.

Downtown Space Discounted for Lease to a Nonprofit

Ground Floor space at 118 Court St. (temporary location of Fashionista for all you vintage shoppers!) next to The Blue Pearl. The ownership is willing to offer the 2400 sf to a nonprofit for half of the listed price. The space is listed for $22 per square foot triple net, however they would offer it to a non-profit for $11NNN. Contact John Wareck, Wareck Real Estate at 787-6888 or www.wareck.com

New Haven is Hiring Artists!

ATTENTION: Innovative, imaginative, playful musicians, visual artists, performers of all types: The City of New Haven will be hiring artists for the summer.

Details will be unveiled at a 2-hour workshop facilitated by Bob Gregson, events artists and creative director of the Connecticut Commission on Culture & Tourism, on Wed., May 7, 6-8pm, at Educational Center for the Arts, 55 Audubon Street, New Haven. RSVP to 926-2896 or bhornby@newhavenct.net.

Drop-in Help Session for New IRS Tax Return for Tax Exempt Organizations

All tax-exempt organizations, no matter how small, are now required to file an electronic tax return with the IRS, called a Form 990-N or "e-postcard." This is a brand new requirement, and for organization with tax years that end on or after December 31, 2007, the form is due on May 15. Join us for a drop-in help session May 9, 1-4:30, at the Main Library.

Volunteer accountants will be available to assist you with preparing the form and submitting it on-line. No registration is necessary; just drop in for help. For more info call 946-7431.

Seth Godfrey
Business, Jobs & Nonprofit Services
New Haven Free Public Library
133 Elm Street

946-7431

ALERT to animal shelters

Please visit the Pets for the Elderly Foundation, an Ohio nonprofit that funds up to $50 of adoption costs when people over age 60 adopt a cat or dog from a participating shelter. Currently 31 states participate in this program, but not Connecticut. There is a long waiting list to participate, but this seems a great model for CT animal shelters to look at. It helps homeless animals and the older folks who adopt them! Details: http://petsfortheelderly.org or 866-849-3598.

Good alternate gift card: the prepaid Healthcare Visa® Gift Card

The Prepaid Healthcare Visa® Gift Card is a good alternative to store cards, especially if the recipient is someone without adequate health coverage, like recent college grads, the elderly, or unemployed.

This card can be used like any debit card to pay for prescriptions, co-pays at doctor's offices, vision care, dental care, health club memberships, exercise equipment and a wide variety of other purchases at healthcare and wellness establishments that accept VISA® debit cards. The card works just like cash and is a great way to cover the payments associated with everything from hearing aids, braces and dental work to contact lenses, chiropractors and baby formula. More info at: www.givewell.com.
(source: AARP Bulletin April 08)

Guide to Filming in New Haven is Available Now

New Haven's Office of Cultural Affairs, which oversees the permitting process for motion picture, television, and still photographic projects within the city, has released a guide to assist filmmakers and production companies considering the city as a film location. The guide is available for download at www.cityofnewhaven.com/EconomicDevelopment/CulturalAffairs.asp#Film.

Exact Change on City Buses April 13

Sit back and enjoy the ride as live performers rock a city bus this Sunday, April 13. Hop on bus GF, D4, D5 or PMF in the early afternoon to experience live music, theatre, and poetry. Details: http://www.newhavenarts.org/news/upcoming.html

Can't make the trip on Sunday? Then join us for a preview of Exact Change this Friday, 12:30 pm on the New Haven Green. The Arts Council has more info: 772-2788 or www.newhavenarts.org.

Woodbridge synagogue seeks administrative/executive assistant

Duties: support clergy and handle ritual related items. Must be a self-starter, team player and possess good communication skills (verbal & written). Must be proficient in microsoft word & excel; mail merge documents and be knowledgeable about Judaism. In addition to base salary, position includes paid vacation time and health insurance.
Please send resume and cover letter to execdir@bnaijacob.org or fax to 203-389-5293.

IRS office to offer free taxpayer assistance

On Saturdays, 9am-1pm, New Haven's 150 Court St office will provide free taxpayer assistance for those with incomes under $40,000. Assistance is available also for those who wish to file for the "economic stimulus" payment (individuals have until Oct. 15 to file a 1040A form for the stimulus payment).

Does the Zip Car idea work for you?

Would you like to rent a car by the hour rather than the day? The Zip Car is a great car rental service available for urban dwellers who have given up their cars in exchange for public transport yet still relish the thought of a short-duration escape, and for regular travelers who are tired of spending more on their rental cars than their hotels when they visit major North American cities.

Zip Cars are available in New Haven. Rates run $7 to $10 per hour, and that includes gas and all insurances. (If you do need to top off the tank, you do so using the fuel card provided at no charge to you.)

More information is at http://www.zipcar.com/ and at http://www.cityofnewhaven.com/TrafficParking/zipcars.asp.

Yale Community Day of Service April 26

The Yale Community Day of Service will occur on Saturday, April 26, approximately 9:45am-12:45 pm. The event places approximately 200 volunteers annually in dozens of sites around the city, and the organizers will provide transportation to the sites for any organization that would like 10 or more volunteers. If you are interested in partnering with the Yale Day of Service to have volunteers at your organization on that day, please contact emily.schofield@yale.edu.

Guilford Library seeks p/t Library Assistant

Qualifications: Explain and carry out library-wide and department policies and procedures, including register users. Strong customer service orientation, attentive to detail, able to lift up to 50 pounds. One year of college or six months of related library experience, or equivalent. Average of 24 hours a week, including some nights, Saturdays, and Sundays. $ 11.82 hour, no benefits. Details: 453-8282. Mail or drop off all applications to the Guilford Town Hall, 31 Park Street, Guilford CT 06437 by by 4:30 pm on Friday, April 11.

Part-Time Position at Fairfield University

Connecticut Campus Compact seeks to fill p/t (grant position) to assist the Director with managing the mini-grant program, facilitation of surveys and coordination of state-wide programming for students, faculty and staff. Assistant will also develop and maintain the newsletter and website for CT Campus Compact. A Bachelor's Degree is required in social work, nonprofit management, sociology, education or related field; A Master's Degree is preferred. Must have experience with and interest in service-learning, community service and civic engagement. Experience developing and facilitating programming for college students is desirable. Employment is contingent upon grant funding. Submit cover letter/resume to Melissa Quan at ctcc@mail.fairfield.edu.

Campus Compact is a national coalition of more than 1,100 college and university presidents — representing some 6 million students — dedicated to promoting community service, civic engagement, and service-learning in higher education.