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The State of the Nation’s Housing 2004 looks at the roles that women and minorities, including immigrants, will play in the future of housing in America. Published by Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University. 617-495-7640.
National Low Income Housing Coalition’s Advocates’ Guide to Housing and Community Development Policy describes more than 60 housing-related programs, proposals and issues. www.nlihc.org/advocates/index.htm.
Voluntarism, Community Life and the American Ethic, by Robert S. Ogilvie, describes how volunteer programs generate ethical development in and among participants, and how volunteers at the Partnership for the Homeless in New York City have made it such a continued success since the early 1980s.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) has released three publications to help end chronic homelessness. Blueprint for Change offers practical advice for planning, organizing and sustaining a system of care. SAMHSA Block Grants gives examples of how some states are addressing housing, treatment and support. Work as a Priority is a guidebook for increasing employment among homeless people. 800-789-2647.
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The JP Morgan Chase Arizona Community Builders program offers general operating or project support grants to nonprofit organizations committed to improving communities in areas of housing, hunger, human services and economic development. Deadline: September 30 (AZ only). www.jpmorganchase.com. Follow Community and Culture link. Select Grants and choose states listed at bottom of page.
The National Public Employer Labor Relations Association Foundation is accepting applications for the Anthony C. Russo Scholarships. Human Resources, Labor/Industrial Relations, Public Administration or Political Science graduate students with an interest in labor and employee relations are encouraged to apply. Deadline: September 30. (PDF)
Peoples Bancorp Foundation accepts grant applications from organizations in OH, WV and KY involved in community investment and economic development, youth and education and human services programs for low- and moderate-income communities. Deadlines November 10.
The Do Something BRICK Awards honors dynamic leaders age 25 and under who have implemented innovative solutions to problems in the areas of community building, health and the environment. BRICK winners receive a $5,000 scholarship, a $5,000 grant for continued community work and other support and recognition. 2005 BRICK Awards application deadline: November 1. Download an application at www.dosomething.org.
Organizations and individuals making outstanding contributions to promote minority homeownership can submit applications for the 2005 HOPE (Home Ownership Participation for Everyone) Awards. Award winners will receive a $10,000 honorarium and be given the opportunity to discuss their work with housing policy makers at a symposium at the National Press Club. Deadline: December 1. www.hopeawards.org.
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