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Join the Network!
The LSWIA program has launched the One-Stop Nonprofit Network initiative to help local libraries, nonprofit organizations and churches access federal and state resources. By joining the network, you will be connecting the people you serve to a wide array of social service programs offered by the federal government.
There are currently several opportunities for involvement. Additional programs are under development and will be announced soon. To register for the One-Stop Nonprofit Network, contact Ketuni Gladden at 1-800-846-6001 (TTY: 771) or gladdenk@ctc.com.
Grant Writing Training Workshops
Funding from the US Department of Labor and other sources provide vital revenue for employment services and community projects. These highly-competitive grant programs offer nonprofit organizations opportunities to build new initiatives and capabilities. This year, the One-Stop Nonprofit Network is sponsoring grant writing workshops in the region targeted at these types of grant programs. These full-day workshops will cover everything you need to get started with government and foundation grant programs as well as provide advanced instruction for those already experienced with grant proposal development. Topics include:
- Finding funding opportunities
- Writing winning inquiry letters
- Developing solid program goals and objectives
- Tips for successful proposal writing
- And more…
Currently, one grant writing workshop has been scheduled at the following time and location:
Date: July 31st, 2008
Time: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Orangeburg OneStop Career Center
Cost: $20 (covers catered lunch and training materials)
PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED Spots are limited so register soon to reserve your spot. Limit 2 individuals per location.
One organization who attends the training will receive $500 to support an employment-related program activity. As part of the training, attendees will work through actual draft grant proposals to gain hands-on experience in applying the topics covered during the workshop. Attendees can use these working sessions to develop a proposal for the $500 “grant” or a proposal of their own choosing – so bring your ideas and be ready to write!
To register contact Ketuni Gladden at 1-800-846-6001 (TTY: 771) or gladdenk@ctc.com.
Basic Employment Training
Your local LSWIA OneStop Career has experienced trainers available to provide workshops on job seeking, creating a resume, career exploration and interview skills. These workshops, offered at the various OneStop locations across the region, can be provided on-site at Nonprofit Network locations. Topics include:
- Setting job search goals
- Identifying job opportunities
- Writing a resume
- Writing cover letters
- Preparing for job interviews
- Responding to typical interview questions
- Conducting a career skills inventory
To schedule a workshop at your location or to learn more about basic employment training, contact Ketuni Gladden at 1-800-846-6001 (TTY: 771) or gladdenk@ctc.com.
Introduction to Online Job Resources
Through the SC Virtual OneStop System (www.sconestop.org), users can access a wide range of resources, including resume builders, local job postings and career exploration tools. In addition, approximately 70% of state and federal social service programs are accessible over the internet or by phone or mail. With a computer and internet connection, any nonprofit location can provide access to a wide gamut of employment resources and social service programs.
A representative from the Nonprofit Network is available to provide an introduction to these online resources.
To schedule a workshop at your location or to learn more about the online job resources, contact Ketuni Gladden at 1-800-846-6001 (TTY: 771) or gladdenk@ctc.com.
Free OneStop Services Outreach Materials
The OneStop Career Centers provide a wide range of employment services and resources. These Centers, conveniently located throughout the region, are the government’s go-to locations to access job search assistance, basic skills training, and job training assistance. To get the word out about the OneStop Center near your location, the Nonprofit Network offers free flyers and bulletin inserts that can be mailed to your location.
To request materials, contact Ketuni Gladden at 1-800-846-6001 (TTY: 771) or gladdenk@ctc.com.
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