Low interest loans for renewable energy devices available to businesses, municipalities and nonprofits

New Generation Energy offers low-interest loans for installation of a variety of renewable energy  technologies, including solar devices and Energy Star appliances.  Businesses, municipalities, and nonprofits are eligible to apply for these funds. Details at http://www.newgenerationenergy.org/ or call (617) 624-3688.  More information at http://nhregister.com/articles/2009/09/29/business/d1-_green29.txt

Adopt-A-Family Project

It’s already time to begin planning for the holidays. For us, it means making sure all the families we serve have gifts to open as they celebrate this holiday season. The Adopt-A-Family Project was created in response to the overwhelming interest the New Haven community had in helping New Haven Home Recovery’s families in need. Last year we were able to deliver gifts and happiness to over 150 individuals and families. As we kick off the 2009 Adopt-A-Family Project, we are asking all of our community friends to consider supporting our efforts this year.
Please help by spreading the word about the project, adopting an individual or an entire family or donating gift cards from local stores. Details: 203-492-4866 x 12 or scallahan@nhhr.org.

submitted by
Sara Callahan, New Haven Home Recovery, Inc., 203-492-486 / www.nhhr.org

GNH Community Chorus offers Choral Assistant scholarship

Application is open to students currently enrolled in a music degree program at a local university. Choral Assistant will help with all aspects of musical direction, gain experience working with a large mixed chorus, and develop score analysis and conducting experience. Details: http://www.gnhcc.org/

50+ Adoptable Kittens at Animal Haven in North Haven

All kittens are spayed or neutered, up to date with vaccinations and test negative for feline leukemia and AIDS. Animal Haven charges a $100 adoption donation fee per animal.
Since 1948, The Animal Haven has served people and homeless pets in the region. For information about adopting a kitten or volunteering, please call The Animal Haven at 203-239-2641 or visit www.theanimalhaven.com. The Animal Haven is located at 89 Mill Rd. North Haven, open Tuesday, Wednesday., Friday and Sunday noon-3pm,  Saturdays noon-5pm.

The State of Online Fundraising

The last three months of the year represent a critical time for the fundraising efforts of nonprofit organizations. Charities that have traditionally focused on offline fundraising have also learned in recent years the importance of online giving. In fact, the end of the calendar year is also a significant source of the funds raised online for nonprofits.  Read full article at http://nten.org/blog/2009/09/24/state-online-fundraising

GNH Labor History Association seeks Part-Time Outreach Coordinator

The Coordinator will assist in broadening membership base, developing programs, collaborating with other organizations, and producing printed informational materials. Requires experience with nonprofit work, a positive attitude toward unions, computer literacy, excellent writing and verbal skills. College degree preferred.  Position starts Jan. 1, 2010; hourly rate is $20; 20 hours per week, no benefits. Send cover/resume to labor_history@hotmail.com by Oct. 30. 

West Haven artist helps support work at Life Haven homeless shelter

Local artist Jeanne Lovrin has donated the design of a sterling silver pendant and lapel pin of Life Haven’s logo as a fundraiser for Life Haven, the GNH homeless shelter for pregnant women and women with young children. The pieces are available at a cost of $25 each by calling Life Haven at 777-6208 x23

More information is available at http://www.lifehaven.org/.

New Haven Fire Dept. seeks High Schoolers for EMS Cadet Program

The EMS Cadet Program is designed to encourage juniors and seniors who are interested in pursuing careers in firefighting, emergency medical services, or other allied health fields.  Candidates must have a good attendance record and at least a C average.  Participation is worth 2 science credits toward high school graduation.  Applications are due by Oct. 16 and are available at http://www.cityofnewhaven.com/HumanResources/pdfs/JobApplication.pdf .  A resume, cover letter, high school transcript and two letters of recommendation are also required.  For more information call Cynthia at 946-6586.

Computer Classes for older adults begin Sept. 22 at Main Library

Free weekly computer tutoring for those over 50 years of age will begin on Tuesday, September 22, 4-7 pm at the New Haven Public Library, 133 Elm St.   Tutoring is one-on-one, providing flexibility to address a variety of needs, like how to make a table in Word or create an email address or produce labels--or just getting started with a computer. 

Register by calling 946-8130 x384.

This program is administered by Technology Across Generations (T.A.G.),  a volunteer organization of Yale students.

Fall Catalogue of Training Opps Now Available from CT Assoc. of Nonprofits

September offerings include:
September 21   Interaction of Street Drugs and Psychiatric Medications
September 23   Starting a Nonprofit: Myths and Realities
September 24   The Psychology of Self Harmful Behavior and Suicide
September 25   Deliberating Differently: A Critical Ingredient to Effective Board Meetings and Better   Decision Making
September 29   Supervisory Skills,  Day 1

Details:
http://www.ctnonprofits.org/ or sgore@ctnonprofits.org (860) 525-5080

Register today for Days of Caring, October 3-9, 2009

Registration deadline is September 25! Companies, community members and agencies from all over the region are eager to volunteer and help nonprofit organizations all across New Haven.
If you haven't already, now is the time to search United Way's website and register for your perfect Days of Caring match. Online registration is quick, easy and assures that you get your project of choice.
Details: (203) 691-4211 or  https://volunteer.united-e-way.org/uwgnh/user/events/one.tcl?event_id=10338899775&utime=1252386955278167

UConn offers 6-month nonprofit program

Leading Nonprofit Organizations: a Learning Experience for Emerging Leaders is a 6-month, peer-to-peer practitioner-based classroom learning experience based on practices of Jim Collins' Good To Great and the Social Sectors and Forces for Good by Leslie Crutchfield and Heather McLeod Grant.  Oct. 14-March 10, every other Wednesday from 7-7pm at UConn Greater Hartford Campus, West Hartford.  $895.  Details: linda.friedman@uconn.edu or (860) 486-9318.

Dollar Dessert Week at Atticus

I normally don't post for-profit events, but if this isn't a community service, I don't know what is!!


September 21-27: A Different Dessert Every Day Just $1.00!
Monday -- Cookies / Cupcakes
Tuesday -- Brownies
Wednesday -- Bread Pudding
Thursday -- Truffles
Friday -- Tiramisu
Saturday -- Tea Bread
Sunday -- ALL DESSERTS $1.00

Limit 2 per customer.  While supplies last at Atticus Bookstore Cafe, New Haven.

Youth Development & Leadership Work in New Haven, in Connecticut and across the nation

Coming up: Two opportunities to connect with national leadership and CT stakeholders about youth development and leadership training and investments, the nation and State’s progress on same and case(s) for increased support.
Hosted by: Youth Development Training and Resource Center, The Consultation Center, Inc., Connecticut Afterschool Network, Inc., and Citywide Youth Coalition, Inc. Sponsored by: Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, CT Dept of Mental Health and Addiction Services, CT Office of Policy & Management, and Perrin Family Foundation.

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 11:30 am–1:30 pm --LUNCHEON at Community Foundation for GNH  
Elaine Johnson, Senior Fellow for Youth Development Affairs at the Academy of Educational Development in Washington D.C. and former National BEST Initiative Director,  discusses national trends, best practices and the next steps to leverage local and state-wide youth development work.

Wednesday, Sept. 23, 5:30-7:30 pm--DINNER at William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund
Two national leaders in youth work,  Elaine Johnson and Wendy Wheeler, President of the Innovation Center for Youth and Community Development in Washington DC, discuss: What are our next steps as we advance the youth development agenda in this region?  Special recognition will be given to Kaye Harvey, a founder of Citywide Youth Coalition, Executive Director/Founder of Alexis Hill Montessori School and champion of youth.
Details: Tricia Caldwell, Community Foundation for GNH (203) 777-7090
http://www.cfgnh.org/

Foundation Center posts Sept. 14 RFPs

Current funding opportunities include the following listings. Subscribe to receive this weekly newsletter at http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_bulletin/newsletter.html.

Aging

Alzheimer's Drug Discovery Foundation and Association for Frontotemporal Dementias Announce Request for Proposals.   One-year grants will be awarded to nonprofits, biotechnology companies, and collaborations of scientists and researchers working to accelerate drug development and early diagnosis of FTD and related dementias....Deadline: October 1

Center for Technology and Aging Announces Medication Optimization Diffusion Grants Program.  Up to six one-year grants totaling $500,000 will be awarded to nonprofits working to improve home and community-based care for older adults through medication optimization technologies.... Deadline: October 2, (Letter of Intent)
Arts and Culture
Harry Ransom Center Invites Applications for Research Fellowships in the Humanities.  Stipends of up to $9,000 will be awarded to post-doctorate and independent scholars conducting research in various areas of the humanities and requiring on-site use of the Harry Ransom Center's collections.... Deadline: February 1, 2010

Athletics/Sports
Liberty Mutual Responsible Sports Grants Available to Help Fund Youth and School Sports Programs.  Grants of $2,500 will be awarded to twenty youth sports organizations in the United States working to increase responsible sports participation for parents and coaches of little league players....
Deadline: November 30

United States Soccer Foundation Announces Guidelines for 2010 Grant Program.  Grants, equipment, and services will be awarded to soccer programs across the United States that incorporate a youth development program such as anti-violence, anti-drug, and healthy lifestyle coaching.... Deadline: October 30

Kent Library seeks Marketing & Special Events Director

Position is responsible for developing programs for adults; marketing  library services; overseeing art exhibits. Requires: computer literacy; desktop publishing & familiarity with social media. Bachelor’s degree with marketing, PR, advertising, journalism or communications preferred; 2 years experience with budget preparation & strategic reports;demonstrated experience in producing news releases, newsletters, flyers, annual reports & programs. Some public library and/or nonprofit experience preferred.  Sixteen  regularly scheduled hrs per week including alternate Saturdays with additional hours as needed.  Salary commensurate with experience.  Details: Laura McLaughlin (860) 927-3761 or lmclaughlin@biblio.org

Friday Deadline for Arts Awards nominations!

The Arts Council of Greater New Haven hosts its annual Arts Awards Luncheon on Friday, December 4, at the New Haven Lawn Club. This year, the Arts Council pays tribute to the Enduring Spirit, without which there would be no ascendant visionaries working in the community today and no artistic luminaries to celebrate tomorrow.

Please send your nomination now to The Arts Council! Nomination forms are available at http://www.newhavenarts.org/.  More information: David Brensilver, (203) 772-2788 or dbrensilver@newhavenarts.org.

Spaces left for Quinnipiac River Watershed Association canoe trip this Saturday

Sept 19, 1 pm--4th Bioregional Canoe Trip led by the QRWA will explore the Quinnipiac River with people who know the river well. Meet in the Tilcon Asphalt and Gravel Co., Sacket Point Road, North Haven parking lot. Entrance is a narrow unmarked alley immediately west of the Tilcon site and east of Frankson Fence. The parking lot is adjacent to the Quinnipiac River. Trip will last about 3 hours, with paddling for most of that time. We will come out at the public landing near the American Bistro Restaurant, just before Grand Ave. Bridge.  QRWA will provide canoes; participants may bring their own canoe or kayak (please let us know if you plan to do this).  Fee: *$20/$15 QRWA members.  Limited to 26 people; pre-registration is required: mariatupper@gmail.com or 203-387-7474.  Waiting list is possible. submitted by Mariatupper@gmail.com

New Haven's Dept. of Cultural Affairs Seeks Community Input

The public is invited to participate in 5 separate group discussions around the city to help Cultural Affairs plan for future public art events, programs, grants and activities.  Please join a conversation that fits in your schedule!

Sept. 23, 5:30-7pm--at Wilson Branch Library, 303 Washington Ave.
Sept. 24, 5:30-7pm--at Kehler Liddell Gallery, 873 Whalley Ave.
Sept. 25, 2-3:30pm--at Neighborhood Music School, 100 Audubon St.
Oct. 1, 5:30-7pm--at ARTE, Inc., 19 Grand Ave.
Oct. 7, 5:30-7pm--at Stetson Branch Library, 200 Dixwell Ave.

RSVP 946-7172.

Commuters Get $25 check from NuRide

Connecticut Commuter Services is offering a $25 Commuter Check to those who join NuRide and carpool to a New Haven Line train station in CT.  To qualify, a Metro-North train rider must share two trips to a New Haven Line train station between now and Nov. 15, 2009, and record the ridesharing trip on his or her NuRide calendar. The $25 reward will appear in the commuter's NuRide rewards list the day after the carpool trip is recorded on his or her NuRide calendar, and one click will redeem it.

Questions? Contact MetroPool at 1-800-346-3743.
submitted by Brooke Hoberman,  Rideworks of Greater New Haven, Inc.