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Funding Opportunity
 Outdoor gear company North Face has launched the Explore Fund (Link)
The outdoor gear company North Face has launched the Explore Fund to support nonprofits that help young people connect to the outdoors. Organizations eligible to apply include programs that connect children to nature, increase access to outdoors recreation or provide education on personal and environmental health. Grant range: $2,500. Deadline: October 5, 2011; opens September 1, 2011. |
Posted 7/25/2011 by Vicki at Youth Development Network |
Volunteer Opportunity
| California Volunteers (Link)
This site allows potential volunteers to find opportunities in their areas of interest within the county or zip code they reside in. |
Posted 11/17/2009 by Chris at Valley Vision |
Resource
 Students as Co-Constructors of the Learning Environment - Youth Engagement Case Studies (.PDF)
Inspiring stories of two school districts—Boston and Sacramento— that are changing their high schools through districtwide student engagement initiatives. These stories illustrate years of hard work, dedication and partnership by many young people, advocates, advisors, teachers, principals and district personnel. Each district, in its own way, developed a strategy to authentically listen to, partner with, and engage young people in ways that have allowed them to take leadership roles in improving their schools. |
0K | Posted 2/18/2011 by Vicki at Youth Development Network |
| YDN Training opportunities (.PDF)
Youth Development Network offers an array of trainings for youth serving organizations |
985K | Posted 11/17/2009 by Chris at Valley Vision |
Other
| Healthy Living Map (Link)
This site is part of the 2010 Community Health Needs Assessment and allows users to view health indicators at the regional and local level. The Zip Map provides a good model that could potentially be adapted for youth development data. |
Posted 1/12/2011 by Chris at Valley Vision |
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| Knowledge is Power: We must have affordable child care NOW! (.PDF)
Learn about Parent Voices, a grassroots organization fighting for high quality, affordable child care for all families. This free workshop will give you the tools to become an advocate. Learn about state funding for child care, meet other parents concerned about the high cost of care and become part of a movement. Free. Child care and lunch included! Don't miss out! |
104K | Posted 1/7/2010 by Rachel at Child Action, Inc. |
| California Volunteers (Link)
This site allows potential volunteers to find opportunities in their areas of interest within the county or zip code they reside in. |
Posted 11/17/2009 by Chris at Valley Vision |
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| Healthy Living Map (Link)
This site is part of the 2010 Community Health Needs Assessment and allows users to view health indicators at the regional and local level. The Zip Map provides a good model that could potentially be adapted for youth development data. |
Posted 1/12/2011 by Chris at Valley Vision |
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| Knowledge is Power: We must have affordable child care NOW! (.PDF)
Learn about Parent Voices, a grassroots organization fighting for high quality, affordable child care for all families. This free workshop will give you the tools to become an advocate. Learn about state funding for child care, meet other parents concerned about the high cost of care and become part of a movement. Free. Child care and lunch included! Don't miss out! |
104K | Posted 1/7/2010 by Rachel at Child Action, Inc. |
| Outdoor gear company North Face has launched the Explore Fund (Link)
The outdoor gear company North Face has launched the Explore Fund to support nonprofits that help young people connect to the outdoors. Organizations eligible to apply include programs that connect children to nature, increase access to outdoors recreation or provide education on personal and environmental health. Grant range: $2,500. Deadline: October 5, 2011; opens September 1, 2011. |
Posted 7/25/2011 by Vicki at Youth Development Network |
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 Soil Born Youth job program Information Session Flier (.DOC)
Interested in a career in the GREEN JOB field? Come work and learn at Soil Born Farms! Must attend one of the following Informational Sessions Choose from: Tuesday, April 27th @ 4:00 pm OR Monday, May 10th @ 4:00 pm @ Sacramento Works Career Center, Rancho Cordova 10381 Old Placerville Road, Suite 150 Sacramento, CA 95827 PLEASE BE ON TIME |
81K | Posted 4/21/2010 by Sara at Soil Born Farms |
| Students as Co-Constructors of the Learning Environment - Youth Engagement Case Studies (.PDF)
Inspiring stories of two school districts—Boston and Sacramento— that are changing their high schools through districtwide student engagement initiatives. These stories illustrate years of hard work, dedication and partnership by many young people, advocates, advisors, teachers, principals and district personnel. Each district, in its own way, developed a strategy to authentically listen to, partner with, and engage young people in ways that have allowed them to take leadership roles in improving their schools. |
0K | Posted 2/18/2011 by Vicki at Youth Development Network |
| YDN Training opportunities (.PDF)
Youth Development Network offers an array of trainings for youth serving organizations |
985K | Posted 11/17/2009 by Chris at Valley Vision |
| Youth Green Job Corps Program Application (.DOC)
Contact Sara Smith-Rubio, smithrubio@gmail.com, 916-363-9685 Education Coordinator Soil Born Farms Urban Agriculture & Education Project Position Description Interested in a career in the green jobs field?! Soil Born Farms Urban Agriculture and Education Project seeks youth interested in careers that involve sustainable agriculture, healthy cooking, healthy food distribution, and green marketing. As part of our year-round program, youth will work within a team of 15 and regularly engage in organic food production, habitat restoration, local food access projects, and community service. Applicants should be willing to learn new skills, maintain a positive attitude, and work outdoors for several hours during varied weather conditions. Applicant Eligibility Requirements ♦ Youth must be 16-21 years old to apply ♦ Youth must live in Sacramento County ♦ Youth must meet federal low income requirements by WIA Eligibility Guidelines |
574K | Posted 4/21/2010 by Sara at Soil Born Farms |