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PG&E’s philanthropic arm has been running an Economic Equity Pilot Program, teaching financial skills to 24 Black high school seniors. 🎓 Every week for 7 months, they've met at University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, learning the ins and outs of investing. The aim? Tackle wealth inequality and shrink the racial wealth gap. “This is just the beginning”. #Deliveringforourhometowns Watch the story of #Oakland student, Otis Ward to learn more.

Did you know you can create a succession plan for your DAF with us at National Christian Foundation Alabama? A good succession plan isn't just about paperwork—it's about making sure our values and mission are carried forward by the next generation! It's about empowering our kids and grandkids with a strong foundation of stewardship and generosity, rooted in our faith. Want to learn more? Check out the attached concept sheet! #ChristianGiving #SuccessionPlanning #DonorAdvisedFund #FaithBasedGiving #Stewardship #GenerationalImpact

GFWC Success for Survivors Scholarship Deadline February 10, 2024. Apply TODAY! By Trisha Schaefer, GFWC Signature Program Chairman The "2024 GFWC Success for Survivors Scholarship" underscores GFWC's dedication to combating domestic violence. Established in 2011, these scholarships provide a lifeline for survivors of intimate partner violence, offering them the opportunity to rebuild their lives through education and independence. The application process involves submitting a completed form and the required documents, such as agency recommendations and letters of reference. All materials must reach GFWC by February 10, 2024, via email or U.S. mail, ensuring adherence to the deadline. The $2,500 scholarships aim to facilitate survivors' pursuit of post-secondary education, irrespective of their chosen educational path. This financial aid goes beyond covering tuition fees; it's about empowering survivors to reshape their futures, attain employment, and gain personal autonomy. Eligibility requires candidates to have survived intimate partner violence, be U.S. citizens or permanent residents, and be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited post-secondary institution. Additionally, applicants must be recommended by licensed or accredited domestic violence agencies, counselors, or social workers, highlighting the importance of professional support in their journey toward healing and progress. GFWC not only supports survivors financially but also sends a powerful message of solidarity and empowerment to victims of violence. It's a testament to GFWC’s ongoing commitment to creating a world free from domestic violence, one where survivors can thrive, succeed, and define their success! For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/eY4tFv5E #GFWC #GFWC_HQ #GFWCAdvocacy #LivingTheVolunteerSpirit #IamGFWC #enddomesticviolence

Why do we need U.S. and World history to be taught properly and in a balanced way... despite and inclusive of the nuances, "mis-steps," dark periods, unjust laws, miscarriages of justice, unethical decisionmaking, numerous atrocities (genocidal and ethnocidal behaviors and policies against Native/Native American, Black/African American/ African disapora, plus), gender discrimination, and exclusionary socio-economic policies, to name a few...? Because, otherwise, we will have one-sided, manipulated narratives and indoctrination that utterly ignores truth and blames, subjugates and traumatizes historically marginalized peoples and communities in the U.S. and across the world. For example, check out this recently approved supplemental curriculum in Florida (and the broader recently approved curriculum that suggests slavery in the U.S. was beneficial to the enslaved). This follows a pattern of erasure and history-bending that "sanctifies" one constructed group and "demonizes" another/others. (Note: PragerU is not a benign organization seeking to educate).

We can be outraged and disgusted, we also have to prepare and stay ready. Particularly for the generation of teachers and educational leaders who will have HUGE gaps and misunderstandings about American History and most disciplines. How will we prepare them for our future students?

A big shoutout to members of our Auxiliary Board for having already met 86% of their $20,000 goal for The Big Give! This campaign was created to support the Big Shoulders Fund Auxiliary Board Scholarship, which supports nearly 100 students at seven Big Shoulders Fund schools. There is still time to participate in this peer-to-peer campaign which provides crucial support to the next generation of leaders in Chicago! Click the link below to learn more. https://lnkd.in/gjDBxr9H #bigshouldersfund

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Special thanks to Master Barber Daryl Hill Sr. for the invitation to speak on Mentoring for Men Speak Real Talk Mentoring: "People can only perform to the level that they have been prepared." By Dr. Nahshon Nicks. The curriculum that I developed with the help of God and our team is SEALTEAM: Social, Emotional, and Academic Leadership through Mentoring and Martial Arts. Social, Emotional, and Academic Leadership builds Executive Functional Skills, which translates into Workforce Development. This type of mentoring also serves as prevention for juvenile delinquency and destructive behaviors. How can you help? Our goal is to expand capacity from nearly 100 youth to scale up to 150 youth. Your financial contributions will help us add additional services and program rigor to benefit our city as whole and the families we serve. Donate online at www.TeamNITROmma.com When we surveyed over 100 youth in similar demographics around the city of Jacksonville their #1 concern was death and dying. We can conquer this fear with the help of collaborative efforts and mentoring. I believe fantasy families are counterproductive to individual and community development and advancement. Being able to identify authentic family strengths and setbacks gives a basis to build upon. The prefrontal cortex in humans is not typically fully developed until the age of 25. This crucial region of the brain 🧠 plays a significant role in mitigating impulsive responses and providing contextual understanding, which helps prevent or reduce the likelihood of engaging in violent behavior. In addition to the Bible for Black Males i also encourage you to read 📚 the Miseducation of the Negro by Carter G Woodson I challenge each man to check in with at least three teenagers once a week for encouragement and accountability. #Leadership #StrongerTogether #Duval #TeamJesus #Jacksonville #FirstCoast #YouCanGetItToo

TeamScore is a nonprofit organization specializing in helping kids by positively affecting their parents and the adults surrounding them in the sports world. Never before has the youth sports world needed Christian values, dignity, integrity, and sportsmanship like today. Our Mission To inspire exceptional sportsmanship in youth sports. We help parents, coaches, officials, athletes, and fans teach Godly respect and encouragement while providing a fun and developmental experience for kids and lifelong memories for all. Our Impact TeamScore will change the landscape of youth sports through Godly sportsmanship education, by utilizing Christian values and a focus on spiritual wellness. Our Goals To provide an environment where children, teens, and adults can celebrate victory or defeat with style, grace, and sportsmanship; developing Godly character for success in life. To develop a spirit in sport where victory is not measured so much on the scoreboard, as it is in the stands and on the benches. To help kids develop confidence through wins and be positively challenged by losses. To make youth sports fun enough for the kids to want to come back tomorrow. Want to help us in this mission? Then prayerfully consider donating today here: https://bit.ly/477V7KE What could be more important than instilling these Christ-centric values in today's young people? Bill Gosse #leadership, #sports, #family, #motivation, #health