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Here’s a quick roundup of open grant opportunities in Denver! Know of others? Share them in the comments below! Opportunities from The Denver Foundation https://lnkd.in/g_RKebAd 💲 Care Fund: Supports low income individuals with developmental or physical disabilities. Apply by 5/15 💲Gorham / McGee Early Learning Fund: Supports education of children 0-12 focusing on literacy, nature and environment, or arts. Apply by 5/15 💲Strengthening Neighborhoods: Supports neighborhood residents who want to make a difference in their own community. Apply by 11/15 (ongoing) 💲Technical Assistance Fund: Support that enables organizations to do their work more effectively. Apply by 11/1 (ongoing) Opportunities from Rose Community Foundation https://lnkd.in/ejsMjvyh 💲Newcomers Fund: Supports organizations serving newcomers from the Southern U.S. border. Ongoing applications Opportunities from DENVER POST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION https://lnkd.in/gksX87cK 💲Season to Share: nonprofit organizations in Metro Denver that focus on the program specific guidelines of Children and Youth, Health and Wellness, Homelessness and Hunger. Apply by 6/30 Opportunities from The Colorado Health Foundation https://lnkd.in/ggUxaeek 💲Community Initiated Solutions: For organizations working collaboratively with community members to address a health challenge, develop and implement a solution, leverage existing strengths and resources, and improve health equity. Apply by 6/15 💲Advancing Advocacy and Justice with Communities of Color: For organizations working toward health equity for people of color across the state and working on long-term movement-building strategies that make decision-makers accountable to communities and strengthen their power to influence policy. Apply by 6/15 💲Supporting Healthy Minds & Youth Resilience: For organizations that support youth of color and youth who identify as LGBTQ+ (age 12 - 18) as they explore and grow their resiliency through identity, agency and belonging. Apply by 6/15 💲Supporting Holistic, Culturally Responsive and Youth- Driven Physical Well-being: For organizations delivering high-quality, high-impact youth programs that advance physical well-being programming that is holistic, culturally responsive and informed or driven by youth and their families. Apply by 6/15 💲Supporting Coloradans in Recovery Through Non-clinical Programs: For organizations offering non-clinical mental health services to. Apply by 6/15

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Access to high-quality and affordable child care is a well-known barrier for working mothers. With federal funding for child care during COVID-19 ending and states struggling to manage the responsibility on their own, the challenge of accessing good, affordable child care has intensified. In Idaho, despite the vital role of mothers in the workforce, more than 80% of working mothers raising children in their home say that it is somewhat or very difficult to access affordable child care. Although various factors contribute to this challenge, are employers really doing enough to support access to child care? Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/e6T_Q8VB

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📊 Digital Health Is Making a Difference for Populations Experiencing Homelessness🏥 A new report on samaritan’s pilot with 7 LA community health centers reveals the power of digital interventions to improve healthcare outcomes for those at risk or experiencing homelessness. Key Findings: 🔹 Significant financial support and community encouragement provided to people experiencing homelessness 🔹 Increased self-efficacy, helping meet social needs 🔹 Notable decrease in emergency department usage 🔹 Significant healthcare cost savings 🔹 Improved HEDIS compliance scores post-enrollment This groundbreaking pilot demonstrates how innovative digital solutions can address complex healthcare challenges and support vulnerable populations. 🔍 Want to learn more? Dive into the full Samaritan report here: https://lnkd.in/guPfE_SW #DigitalHealth #HomelessnessAndHealthcare #HealthEquity #InnovationInHealthcare #CHCF

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Resource shortages cause large gaps in substance use treatment 😒   A recent report (see attached chart and link in comment) highlights significant disparities in mental health and substance use treatment across the state of Oregon, revealing critical gaps in service availability and workforce capacity. The Oregon Health Authority's findings show that the state needs an additional 3,000 residential beds to meet demand and substantial investments in facilities and staff to bridge the gap. Some key challenges include: ❌ 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀: Many areas, especially rural regions, lack residential treatment options and face long wait times due to insufficient staffing. ❌ 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲𝘀: Over 60% of surveyed organizations report inadequate staffing, with 80% struggling to fill open positions. ❌ 𝗖𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: There is a notable deficiency in services tailored to specific communities, such as LGBTQ+ individuals, who are disproportionately affected by substance use disorders. 💰 𝗟𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝘂𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗳𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 is also a common barrier in the substance use research and treatment industry, causing some of the staffing shortages. 🌐 The report from Oregon is unfortunately representative of many areas in the world. It underscores the need to enhance treatment capacity, and emphasizes the importance of culturally relevant services to effectively support everyone. What, do you think, are the most critical, immediate steps we need to improve these issues❓ #mentalhealth #addiction #substanceusedisorder #publichealth #equality 

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Why Nonprofits Fail in Hawaii Starting a nonprofit in Hawaii can be challenging, and many organizations face common pitfalls that can lead to failure. Before we dive in, Rooney’s Nonprofit Starter Pack is available to help you avoid these mistakes and build a stronger organization. Common Pitfalls Lack of Clear Mission and Purpose Many nonprofits fail because they lack a clear mission and purpose. Define your mission and purpose to stay focused and motivated. Poor Governance and Leadership Poor governance and leadership can lead to nonprofit failure. Establish a strong board of directors and officers to guide your organization. Insufficient Funding Running out of money can be a death sentence for nonprofits. Develop a sustainable fundraising plan to ensure long-term success. Ineffective Program Delivery Ineffective program delivery can lead to a loss of funding and support. Establish effective programs that achieve your mission. Failure to Adapt Failing to adapt to changing circumstances and needs can lead to nonprofit failure. Stay flexible and responsive to changing conditions. By avoiding these common pitfalls, you can set your nonprofit up for success and make a meaningful impact in your community. Thanks for watching! Subscribe to our channel for more nonprofit tips and resources. Share this video with someone who is starting a nonprofit in Hawaii. And, purchase our Nonprofit Starter Pack to get the tools and guidance you need to start your nonprofit journey. Visit nonprofitschool.com/ to get started today! #nonprofit #nonprofitstarterpack #hawaii #honolulu

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#StartTheConversation with your loved ones about programs and services available to them as they age. California Department of Aging helps older adults, people with disabilities, and family caregivers by funding meal programs, caregiver support, programs to help people live independently, and more. Click the link to learn more: aging.ca.gov.

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Our Equity Healing Framework is fundamental to how we serve community and uplift their voices, knowledge and expertise as we strive to advance health equity in eastern Washington. https://lnkd.in/gJViiWyH

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Check out this list of interventions that are considered abuse in Arizona. To be clear, these are behaviors restricted by providers who accept Division of Developmental Disability funds. These prohibitions do not apply to behavior analysts or ABA companies who don’t work with learners who have DDD funding. However, you should consider the kinds of interventions that the state of Arizona consider abusive. The law is called Article 9 and I had my recertification after 3 years, which roughly encompasses my journey into learning about why many autistic people oppose ABA and changing my practice to be as neurodivergence-affirming as I possibly can. These are considered abuse and are punishable by loss of license/credentials, fines, and/or jail time. EDIT: Some of these are still used in ABA, but as advocates below (see comments), the worst offenders are school staff. 1.) Forced seclusion: I don’t see this as a big problem in ABA, but if you ever prevent a learner from leaving or entering a room with your body, you are violating Article 9. So, you need to be VERY careful that a child being in a calm down room is 100% voluntary on their part. Some states would charge you with kidnapping if you closed a door with a child inside if you locked the door, even for 30 seconds. 2.) Overcorrection: Have you ever used overcorrection in potty training? DDD considers that abuse. 3.) Noxious Stimuli: This one is very nuanced, but if you are subjecting a learner to stimulation that is distressful (lights, sounds, smells), you are violating Article 9. 4.) Physical/Mechanical Restraint: The ONLY time a learner should be physically restrained is if they are at imminent risk of harm or at risk of harming others significantly, if the particular restraint has been approved by a peer-review committee, and the person restraining has been adequately trained (typically takes 8 hours and requires a procedural and written exam to become certified). If your ABA agency is asking you to restrain a learner without these requirements, you would be violating Article 9 and be liable for prosecution for abuse. 5.) Behavior-modifying medication: this probably isn’t happening in ABA service delivery. 6.) Electroshock: I’m just going to leave this here: https://lnkd.in/gyK8VxWq #StopTheShock Now, this post is not to shame any ABA professionals. You don’t know what you don’t know and you only know what you are taught. But, please consider this list and examine whether you, as a behavior analyst, are using these in your plans, or if you, as a BT are being asked to do them. Because, the law here in Arizona considers them ABUSE, whether or not you are subject to Article 9 provisions. #AppliedBehaviorAnalysis #ABA #Autism #Autistic #BCBA #RBT #DevelopmentalDisabilities

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Earlier this week, we submitted a letter in support of AB 1799, a bill that’s aimed at addressing issues stemming from over-reporting of families, disproportionately affecting families of color, in California's child welfare system. As Dr. Mark Ghaly, Secretary of California Health & Human Services Agency states, “This is not just an average vote that we turn our backs on. This is a vote with a commitment that we all stay involved and support a mindset shift to make this happen.” The changes contained in the bill flow from a set of recommendations recently presented by the Mandated Reporting to Community Supporting (MRCS) Task Force, convened by the Child Welfare Council and led in-part by Dr. Diane Elias, VP of Behavioral Health and Wellness Programs at Children's Institute. Through a rigorous selection process, Dr. Diane Elias was chosen among hundreds of applicants to serve on the task force as the sole Mental Health Representative. Diane continues to play a critical role in this task force by providing a unique perspective as the expert in the mental health field and through this initiative, she is committed to eliminating the Mandate of General Neglect reporting, to prevent further separation of children from their families in unnecessary circumstances where poverty is the main condition. Diane states, “I am passionate about mitigating the lifelong trauma that happens from separating families because of over-reporting, as a result of structural racism embedded into our child and family systems. The goal should be to create pathways for community resources and supports with a commitment to seeing communities keep their children safe and families together.” At Children's Institute, we have always believed that change is possible when we lean on our expertise in close partnership with the community. We hope that this is the first of many positive changes to ultimately provide lasting pathways to economic mobility and lifelong health to our children and families. For more information on the full list of recommendations, please view here: https://lnkd.in/gGs_StjW

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Did yo know that donor stewardship is a crucial aspect of maintaining strong relationships with donors and ensuring continued support for a cause? By showing appreciation, providing impactful updates, and engaging donors in the mission, organizations can strengthen connections and foster long-term partnerships. Remember, donors are the lifeblood of any non-profit organization, so it's important not only acquire new donors but also retain existing ones through effective stewardship practices. Start prioritizing donor stewardship today and see the positive impact it can have on the sustainability of our cause. #nonprofits #nonprofitsofinstagram #smallnonprofits #nonprofitlife #nonprofitwork #supportnonprofits

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Calling All Vendors! Do you offer products that support social determinants of health (SDOH)? •🏠 Support Services: housing, food and nutrition, transportation, social isolation •💻 Digital Services: referral engines, analytics, data sharing •💓 Health Equity: diversity, equity, and inclusion assessments and digital platforms If so, consider participating in ACAP’s Social Determinants of Health Virtual Vendor Showcase. The Showcase provides direct access to ACAP-member health plan leadership so that your organization can demonstrate its critical capabilities and services. Participation includes: ➡️ 45-60-minute promotional opportunity via Zoom with registered ACAP health plan staff members and other attendees. ➡️Link to the recording for your own use – the link will also be stored and shared with ACAP-member plans. ➡️ Contact information of registrants and attendees of your session. ➡️Recording and any applicable promotional materials will also be shared with ACAP health plans through a Showcase-specific page highlighted on the ACAP SDOH Innovation Center website. Click the link to learn more. Reserve your spot by the August 12 deadline! 👇🏿 https://bit.ly/3JHiVft

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Calling All Vendors! Do you offer products that support social determinants of health (SDOH)? •🏠 Support Services: housing, food and nutrition, transportation, social isolation •💻 Digital Services: referral engines, analytics, data sharing •💓 Health Equity: diversity, equity, and inclusion assessments and digital platforms If so, consider participating in ACAP’s Social Determinants of Health Virtual Vendor Showcase. The Showcase provides direct access to ACAP-member health plan leadership so that your organization can demonstrate its critical capabilities and services. Participation includes: ➡️ 45-60-minute promotional opportunity via Zoom with registered ACAP health plan staff members and other attendees. ➡️Link to the recording for your own use – the link will also be stored and shared with ACAP-member plans. ➡️ Contact information of registrants and attendees of your session. ➡️Recording and any applicable promotional materials will also be shared with ACAP health plans through a Showcase-specific page highlighted on the ACAP SDOH Innovation Center website. Click the link to learn more. Reserve your spot by the August 12 deadline! 👇🏿 https://bit.ly/3JHiVft

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Calling All Vendors! Do you offer products that support social determinants of health (SDOH)? •🏠 Support Services: housing, food and nutrition, transportation, social isolation •💻 Digital Services: referral engines, analytics, data sharing •💓 Health Equity: diversity, equity, and inclusion assessments and digital platforms If so, consider participating in ACAP’s Social Determinants of Health Virtual Vendor Showcase. The Showcase provides direct access to ACAP-member health plan leadership so that your organization can demonstrate its critical capabilities and services. Participation includes: ➡️ 45-60-minute promotional opportunity via Zoom with registered ACAP health plan staff members and other attendees. ➡️Link to the recording for your own use – the link will also be stored and shared with ACAP-member plans. ➡️ Contact information of registrants and attendees of your session. ➡️Recording and any applicable promotional materials will also be shared with ACAP health plans through a Showcase-specific page highlighted on the ACAP SDOH Innovation Center website. Click the link to learn more. Reserve your spot by the August 12 deadline! 👇🏿 https://bit.ly/3JHiVft

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