GCCARD — Why? Because We Believe: Through effective, im- pactful and compassion- ate programming and interactions, “WE” can : POSITIVELY affect an individual, thus POSITIVELY affect a family and thus POSITIVELY affect “OUR” community. Gccard.org Inside this Issue: Day of Advocacy @ the Capital MCA Summer Conference MCA Leadership Graduates Organizational Standards Results Unity March Veteran's Stand Down Teddy Bear’s Picnic Much More... Volume 2 Issue 4 ~ August 2018 ~ Genesee County Community Action Resource Department On May 16, 2018 a bus load of Genesee County Seniors rode to the capital for a day of Advocacy! Old- er Michiganians Day is planned by a group of organizations committed to advocating on behalf of the needs and interest of older adults across Michigan. The Seniors came with signs that displayed the concerns they had in the Flint/ Genesee County Area. One sign that stood out the most was the Clean Water Sign, “Clean Water - Is A Basic Human Right”. Knowing that residents are still dealing with the Water Crisis, is why GCCARD works diligently to offer seniors what they need to sustain this ongo- ing issue. While at the capital Seniors had an opportunity to rally on the East Lawn of the Capital Building, meet with State Legislators, and so much more. During the day, the following awards were presented; The Michigan Community Service Award, and The Senior Citizen of the Year. It was a great day, very insightful , and they got a chance to take pictures with State Representative Sheldon Neely.
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GCCARD — Why?
Because We Believe: Through effective, im-
pactful and compassion-ate programming and
interactions, “WE” can :
POSITIVELY affect an
individual, thus POSITIVELY affect a
family and thus POSITIVELY affect “OUR”
community.
Gccard.org
Inside this Issue:
Day of Advocacy @ the Capital
MCA Summer Conference
MCA Leadership Graduates
Organizational Standards Results
Unity March
Veteran's Stand Down
Teddy Bear’s Picnic
Much More...
Volume 2 Issue 4 ~ August 2018 ~ Genesee County Community Action Resource Department
On May 16, 2018 a bus load of Genesee County Seniors rode to the capital for a day of Advocacy! Old-
er Michiganians Day is planned by a group of organizations committed to advocating on behalf of the
needs and interest of older adults across Michigan. The Seniors came with signs that displayed the
concerns they had in the Flint/ Genesee County Area. One sign that stood out the most was the Clean
Water Sign, “Clean Water - Is A Basic Human Right”. Knowing that residents are still dealing with
the Water Crisis, is why GCCARD works diligently to offer seniors what they need to sustain this ongo-
ing issue.
While at the capital Seniors had an opportunity to rally on the East Lawn of the Capital Building, meet
with State Legislators, and so much more. During the day, the following awards were presented; The
Michigan Community Service Award, and The Senior Citizen of the Year. It was a great day, very
insightful , and they got a chance to take pictures with State Representative Sheldon Neely.
It was another great summer conference hosted by Michigan Community Action Agency, in beautiful Thompsonville, MI, at Crystal Mountain Resort! July 9-12th staff were able to attend a variety of different sessions that were designed for Community Action Agencies. Trainings consisted of, the History of Community Action, ROMA Next Generation, FACS Pro Q & A, Weatherization, Marketing, Branding, Understanding Legislative Processes, Board Members trainings and so much more.
MCA used an app for this years conference called Attendify, which could be used on your phone, computer or tablet. It was a great way to schedule the sessions you want to attend, download session power points, network with colleagues, and learn more about our sponsors and vendors.
GCCARD was acknowledged for having the most posts in the app this year, through this app, we were able to share mo-ments with all of the members of Michigan Community Action Agencies within Michigan! We look forward to attending next year’s Summer Conference 2019!
GCCARD employees Keshanda Jones, Neighborhood Service Center Director, Chevon Wilborn, Nutrition Services Assistant Director & Tamitha Taylor, Nutri-tion Services Director graduated from the Leadership Development Institute sponsored through Michigan Community Action. This is a nine-month long professional development curriculum designed to prepare Community Action Staff for future leadership positions within their agency and the Community Ac-tion network at large.
Organizational Standards Monitoring- Zero Findings! Great Job Jade Young & Redonna Banks!
The Community Service Block Grant Organizational Standards were established in 2015, as part of an enhanced sys-tem for accountability and performance management across the CSBG Network. The Organizational Standards were developed by the Center of Excellence through a two– year process that included extensive feedback from the CSBG Network. These Standards work together to characterize an effective and healthy organization, with the capacity to provide high quality services to families and communities in need. The standards reflect many of the requirements of the CSBG Act , federal laws and regulations, good management practices and the values of Community Action.
On June 19, 2018, GCCARD received notification from the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) that we met all of our Organizational Standards with zero findings for FY2018! DHHS, made mention that the staff were extremely helpful in responding promptly to requests for information from the Auditor.
GCCARD’s Executive Office would like to thank Jade Young and Redonna Banks, for working tirelessly. Their responding, gathering information and organizing will ensure future monitoring's are handled with ease. These ladies hard work is what helped us gain ZERO FINDINGS for our monitoring. We appreciate all of your efforts put towards this project to ensure GCCARD remains successful!
It was another successful event for the WOW Outreach Partnership. GCCARD was invited to participate in the 17th Annual Stop the Vio-lence “Unity” March was held on June 23, 2018 from 10:30am un-til 4:00pm. The March began at the Sylvester Broome Empower-ment Village, and marched through the 3rd ward about 3.5 miles. Throughout the March there were moments of silence and prayer, individuals who presented testimonies and spoken word. Back at the Broome Center vendors handed out information and awesome giveaways. There was bounce houses, live entertainment, free food, fun and games!
Genesee County 4th Annual Veterans Stand Down @ GCCARD!
On June 1, 2018, GCCARD was able to provide the space for this year’s Veteran Stand Down. The
Genesee County Continuum of Care Veteran Stand Down Committee
along with, Vet Connect VA Healthcare Systems came together to host
a day long event providing assistance, benefit information, resources,
and other community services to Veterans and their families. There
were vendors with great resources, which included hair cuts by a local
Barber, food giveaways, prizes and much more was provided at this
year’s Stand Down. Mayor Karen Weaver stopped by to support this
event and give words of encouragement.
Rudy–GCCARD Security Guard pictured
with Mayor Karen Weaver.
DISCOVER ~ GCCARD!
GCCARD Community Action Day!
Do you belong to a group/organization that is looking for a Community Service Project that will help residents of Genesee County? Look no further, GCCARD is looking for groups that would like to volunteer 4 hours on a Saturday of their
choice to pack commodity boxes for The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) & Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP). Community Action Day is making a difference one box at a time.
To volunteer, please contact Redonna Banks @ 810-244-8556 or you can email her at [email protected].
The Annual Dinner Dance hosted by GCCARD’s Area Action Council Members, was held on June 9, 2018. @ GCCARD’s Admin Building.
The Event was a great success with the donations from several different Community or-ganizations, the Dinner Dance was able to raise $1,005.00 dollars for Walk for Warmth!
Thank You to the Area Action Council Members for continuing to help with raising mon-ey for our Walk for Warmth Fund, that assist individuals who qualify for payment of
GCCARD MEET UP & EAT UP participated in the Priority One Summer Youth Expo held at the Broome Center. GCCARD has over 25 summer feeding sites including parks throughout Genesee County providing healthy nutritious meals to help bridge the gap of hunger that occurs during the summer months when kids don’t have access to school lunches. Call (810) 232-3716 to find a site near you!!
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GCCARD Meet Up & Eat Up ~ Summer Feeding Program
New Hires & Re– hires
LisaAdams ElontaiChamberlain
ShaneckaDelgado AmandaCollins
MoniqueDixon JaelynneGardner
MekyleHarris JaylaHarris
JaKavienLewis JaKoriMiller
MeganMoss KareemRutherford
TraceySmith BobbieTaylor‐York
KaneishaWilliams DuralleBolden
CynthiaHowell MartezJohnson
MarquitaBolden
Genesee County Community Action Resource Department
Program Administration 601 N. Saginaw St., Ste 1B
Flint, MI 48502-2009 Phone: 810-232-2185 Fax: 810-762-4986
Weatherization/Commodities Food Services Mike Isom –810-787-0199
Early Head Start / Head Start Kelli Webb: 810-235-5613
Neighborhood Services Department Keshanda Jones: 810-762-4953
Nutrition Services Department Tamitha Taylor: 810-235-3567
GCCARD Open Positions
Mobile Meal Drivers– Continuous Posting $10.25/ hour + Mileage Hourly: $10.25 plus mileage ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Valid Michigan’s driver license and the use of a vehicle during working hours and proof of automobile insurance. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions, experience as a driver preferred.
Transportation Aide–Continuous Posting- Part Time No– Benefits–$10.25/ per hour MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Six (6) months of experience working with diverse populations; Valid driver’s license and chauffeur’s license and a good driving record.
Site Assistant - Continuous Posting - Part Time No– Benefits $10.77 per hour Minimum Qualifications Six(6) months paid experience organizing and coordinating activities for senior citizens. GCCARD Head Start Substitute Teacher and Substitute Assis-tant Teachers - Continuous Postings. Minimum Qualifications: Sub Teacher– Salary $95.00 per day 62 college credit hours or a B/A in elementary education, social services, counseling, social science or related fields with at least 18 hours in Early Childhood Education. Minimum Qualifications: Sub Teacher Assistant– Salary $85.00 per day Possession of High School Diploma or completion of high school equivalency. Prefer individual with a CDA. All applicants must submit an application, resume and copies of transcripts either by mail or walk– in at GCCARD Head Start , 601 N. Saginaw St, Suite 1B, Flint, MI 48502. Required to work throughout Genesee County and much have access to reliable trans-portation. No copies will be made at this office. Apply by visiting the website at gccard.org!
