MOAA Announces FY2016 African Community Grant Notice of Funding Availability and Request for Applications
 Background Information:
The
Mayor’s Office on African Affairs (MOAA) is soliciting grant applications from
qualified community-based organizations (CBOs) serving the District’s African constituents
[residents and/or business owners] - for its FY16 African Community Grant. The
grant is intended to fund programs that provide targeted services and resources
to the District’s African residents and/or business owners in areas of need in
the community. Funding priority areas identified for FY16 are jobs and
workforce development; linkage to health, wellness, and human services; youth
engagement; and promotion of arts, culture, and the humanities.
Amount
of Number of Awards:
MOAA
expects to award up to 10 grants.
Eligible organizations can be awarded up to $20,000.
Length
of Award: Grant
awards will be for one (1) year.
Eligibility
Criteria: Organizations
may apply if they meet all of the following
eligibility requirements at the time of application:
· Be a community-based or faith-based organization with a 501(c)(3)
status
· Organization or program serves the District’s African residents or business owners
· Organization or program is located in the District of Columbia
· New to
FY16
Applicants who have received African Community Grants for three consecutive
award cycles are NOT eligible to apply for a period of one fiscal year following their last award.
For more information click the links below:
Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)
Request for Applications (RFA)
Young African ConneXions Annual Summit 2015
 As part of its Youth Development program, the Mayor’s Office on African Affairs (MOAA) invites you to the first-ever Young African ConneXions Annual Summit taking place on Friday, July 17, 2015 at the Howard University School of Business Auditorium at 3:00pm.
The summit aims to create a platform that will bring together bright minds to have idea-focused peer-to-peer exchanges, and foster interactions between the District’s African immigrant community and young professionals from the continent on topics such as leadership, technology, education, and the importance of creating sustained linkages.
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Inspired by former South African President Nelson Mandela’s life and 67 years of public service, MOAA will launch its first-ever Annual Mandela Day of Service in the District of Columbia on Saturday, July 18, 2015. This program is designed to promote community service and civic engagement in the African communities in the District. During the day of service volunteers will conduct a street clean-up and debris removal at Good Hope Marketplace in Ward 7 located at the intersection of Alabama Ave. & Naylor Rd SE from 9:00am to 1:00pm.
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Join Mayor Bowser on July 4th!
 Barracks Row Annual 4th of July Parade
Mayor Muriel Bowser will be taking part in the Barracks Row Annual 4th of July Parade, which will go up 8th street. Community members can march along with her. Online registration is required.
When: Saturday, July 4th, 2015
Meet Up/Line Up Time: 9:00 a.m.
Parade Starts: 10:00 a.m.
Where: 8th & I Streets, SE
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The Palisades' 49th Annual July 4th Parade & Picnic
The Mayor will also be taking part in the Palisades’ 49th Annual July 4th Parade and Picnic. Members of the public are encouraged to sign-up and march along with Mayor Bowser. After the parade, a free picnic at the Recreation Center with food, music, and more will be taking place.
When: Saturday, July 4th, 2015
Meet Up/Line Up Time: 10:00 a.m.
Parade Starts: 11:00 a.m.
Where: Whitehaven Parkway/MacArthur Boulevard
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District of Columbia Government 4th of July Celebrations
F.R.E.S.H. Fourth of July Block Parties
The Executive Office of the Mayor is hosting its first annual #FRESH Fourth of July Block Party at various locations through the District of Columbia. Participants will be able to enjoy good music, activities, food and good times with leaders from the Executive Office of the Mayor and the Metropolitan Police Department
Bruce Monroe Park
Members of the Mayor's Office on African Affairs will be present at this block party.
Saturday, July 4, 2015 | 12:00pm-4:00pm
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Truesdell Elementary
Saturday, July 4, 2015 | 12:00pm-4:00pm
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Marvin Gaye Park
Saturday, July 4, 2015 | 6:30pm-9:30pm
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Oxon Run Park
Saturday, July 4, 2015 | 6:30pm-9:30pm
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Shannon Place Open House
Join Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Executive Office of the Mayor as they open a new DC government office and welcome the Deputy Mayor for Greater Economic Opportunity and her team. The open house will be a festive community event with music, refreshments and give-aways.
When: Wednesday, July 1, 2015 | 4:00pm-6:00pm
Where: 2235 Shannon Place SE | Washington, DC | 20001
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Pathways to the Middle Class: A Fresh Start for the Summer Youth Employment Program
On Monday, 29 June, 2015 began the 36th year of the Marion S. Barry Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). More than 500 employers across the District will host nearly 15,000 young people for a six-week internship that provides valuable, real-life work experience. SYEP serves District youth of various demographic and education backgrounds. However, 61 percent of participants (9,181) come from Wards 7 and 8, where the unemployment rate and the opportunity gap is the highest.
For the first time ever, Mayor Muriel Bowser has expanded the program to include 1,000 youth ages 22-24. In addition to being placed in SYEP internships, these 22-24 year olds will be connected to a wide array of programs and services to help them identify a career path and secure year-round, sustainable employment.
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NAACP DC Branch - Black Business Roundtable Discussion
The NAACP DC Branch is hosting a Black Business Roundtable Discussion. The purpose of the event is to develop a comprehensive plan to support Black-Owned Businesses in the District of Columbia. The discussion will also address the threats and opportunities of Black-Owned Businesses.
When: Wednesday, July 8, 2015 | 6:00pm-8:00pm
Where: NAACP Financial Freedom Center |1816 12th Street NW |Washington, DC |20009
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10th Annual ProBiz Conference
This event is designed to increase the success of local healthy small businesses.Local, state, and federal programs for opportunities reserved for small businesses will be highlighted by experts. Small businesses will learn how to increase revenues and major organizations will improve their productivity by expanding the quality of their supply chain. AfricaBiz, will also showcase trade and investment opportunities for African and US exporters through NBL's “Market Gateways”.
When: Thursday, July 16, 2015 | 8:00am-5:00pm
Where: FHI 360 Conference Center | 1825 Connecticut Ave. NW | Washington, DC | 20009
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2nd Annual Cameroon Economic & Investment Forum
The topic of the forum will be "Gateway to Cameroon: Presenting Business Opportunities and Building Partnerships.” The forum will bring together members of the public and private sector in both Cameroon and the United States. Experts on Cameroon from private and public institutions will also present project opportunities across many sectors in Cameroon.
When: Friday, July 17, 2015 9:00am | Sunday, July 19, 2015 2:00am
Where: Silver Spring Civic Center | 1 Veterans Place | Silver Spring | Maryland | 20901
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USCIS Invitation: Temporary Protected Status Registration Period Extended for Liberia, Guinea and Sierra Leone
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is hosting a teleconference to discuss the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designations and registration extension for Liberia, Guinea and Sierra Leone. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has extended the deadline for initial registration from May 20, 2015, to Aug. 18, 2015, for eligible nationals of Liberia, Guinea, and Sierra Leone (and people without nationality who last habitually resided in one of those three countries). During this teleconference, USCIS officials will explain the registration procedures, provide information on EADs and fee waivers, and respond to your questions and concerns.
To Join the Teleconference use the information below. It is recommended to call in 10 to 15 minutes early.
When: Thursday, July 2, 2015 | 1:00pm-2:00pm
Phone number: Toll-Free (inside the U.S.): 1-888-455-9721
Phone number: Toll (outside the U.S.): 1-517-308-9190
Passcode: TPS
Questions: Public.Engagement@uscis.dhs.gov
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 Raising Children in America: 2 Cultures 1 Child
Community-based organization, The Person Center is hosting an event addressing the challenges met by migrant parents raising their children in America, and how to navigate cultural clashes.
When: Saturday, July 11, 2015 | 2:00pm-4:00pm
Where: First Trinity Lutheran Church |309 E Street NW | Washington, DC | 20001
English for Heritage Language Speakers
Native speakers of critical languages are in high demand in the U.S. government. EHLS trains advanced English speakers to be effective communicators and strong candidates for federal jobs. All EHLS participants receive a full scholarship from the National Security Education Program that includes tuition and a living stipend.
Deadline: Monday, July 13, 2015
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