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In the spirit of collaboration that the National Assembly represents, these member & partner ads reflect the valuable resources that exist among us, so that we are better equipped to make referrals, find partnership opportunities, and benefit from the expertise and services of one another.
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Newsbytes March 31, 2006 Newsbytes is the biweekly E-newsletter of the National Human Services Assembly that contains information for and about the nonprofit health and human services sector. New Report on Health Coverage for Aging Baby Boomers Homeownership Declining for Working Families with Children The Center for Housing Policy's new study reveals although American home ownership is at a record high, working families' home ownership is the lowest it has been in almost three decades. The Center for Housing Policy is the research arm of the National Housing Conference, a housing affordability advocacy group. For more information, click here. [Source: Alliance for Children and Families] Invest in Kids Working Group Discusses Preschool As Economic Development Housing Shortage Could Leave Hurricane Evacuees Homeless Thousands of Houston hurricane evacuees will be unable to find apartments they can afford as their city vouchers expire in coming months, raising concerns that a number could end up homeless.
A new study of the Houston area's rental housing market, commissioned by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs, found a shortage of almost 14,000 apartments affordable to families of five earning up to $26,360 a year — the income category thought to apply to most Hurricane Katrina and Rita evacuees living in Houston. For more information, click here.
[Source: America's Promise - The Alliance for Youth] Budget Process Awaits House Action Chairman Nussle (R-IA) introduced his version of the budget in the House this week, and it is expected to see floor action the week of April 3. The House version of the budget provides for $10.4 billion less in funding for domestic discretionary programs than the Senate plan. It also does not plug a funding shortfall in the State Children’s Health Insurance Program nor does it extend a component of Medicaid that continues health care coverage for up to a year while a family works its way off welfare. These two items were included in the budget request submitted by the President. In the House, some moderate Republicans and Democrats are working to secure an additional $7 billion, similar to the Senate effort of two weeks ago. An amendment to include that funding was offered by Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-CT) during the House Budget Committee mark up this week, but it was defeated on a party-line vote. In our effort to thank moderate Republicans for their support of additional domestic funding and to urge them to remain steadfast in their support, please take a few minutes to contact your Representative, particularly if you are represented by a moderate Republican. For instructions, talking points and a list of moderates, please click here. Child Welfare League of America Publishes Child Welfare Workforce Salary Study Published every two years, the survey marks trends concerning the child welfare workforce, including average salaries by category, data on benefits structures and staffing level information. To purchase a copy, click here
Correction from March 17 edition On March 16, the U.S. Senate approved by a vote of 73-27 an amendment to its Fiscal Year 2007 budget resolution to provide funding at FY 2005 levels for a variety of education and health and human service programs. While this vote does not ensure increases in spending, as previously reported, it is a step toward lifting the overall amount of funding available in FY 2007 for these and other programs.
Angel Soft's Angels in Action National Awards Program Will Honor Children and Youth for Volunteer Efforts Do Something to Honor Young Social Entrepreneurs Avon Foundation Offers Support for Local and Regional Domestic Violence Organizations Great American Bake Sale Seeks Proposals to Increase Participation in USDA Afterschool and Summer Nutrition Programs Excellence in Leadership Award Nominations Now Accepted The National Human Services Assembly invites nominations for awards recognizing those who exemplify the Essence of Leadership. The Assembly annually recognizes executive, board, media and civic leaders with the Excellence in Leadership Awards. This year's reception will take place the evening of September 14, immediately following the National Leaders Summit at the J.W. Marriott in Washington, DC. Please download the award nomination criteria here. (PDF) International Group Considered Is your national organization active on the international scene or considering expanding into other countries? Want to share the pitfalls and strategies with others, perhaps look for opportunities for collaboration? If so, send a message to irv@nassembly.org. Please note that this is exploratory and limited to members of the National Human Services Assembly. For a list of members, click here.
Initiative News & resources Family Strengthening Policy Center
Member Spotlight The National Urban League Established in 1910, The Urban League is one of the nation's oldest and largest community-based movement devoted to empowering African Americans to enter the economic and social mainstream. Today, the National Urban League, headquartered in New York City, spearheads the non-partisan efforts of its local affiliates. There are over 100 local affiliates of the National Urban League located in 35 states and the District of Columbia providing direct services to more than 2 million people nationwide through programs, advocacy and research. National Assembly - Business Partners Program
The Business Partners Program is a service for members of the National Assembly and their affiliates that leverages their combined purchasing power to reduce costs. Click here to see the complete list of National Assembly Business Services and Discounts. The Business Partners Program is made possible through the generous support of The UPS Foundation.
Consorta Annual Report Features National Assembly Member CEO, Jill Schumann
UPCOMING PEER NETWORK MEETINGS
April 4, 2006, 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM, at the National Assembly, 1319 F St NW, Suite 402, Washington, DC. For more information, please contact renee@nassembly.org. Small Organization Council April 5, 2006, 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM, at the National Assembly, 1319 F St NW, Suite 402, Washington, DC. For more information, please contact ellen@nassembly.org. Family Strengthening Peer Network Meeting COO Peer Network Meeting CFO Peer Group Meeting Tuesday, June 6th, 2006, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM - Chicago, Illinois. For more information, contact pam@nassembly.org. CFO Peer Group Meeting October 18, 2006, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM. For more information, please contact irv@nassembly.org. PEER NETWORK RESOURCES Communications Peer Network Webpage Chief Operating Officers Peer Network Webpage National Organizations Volunteer Network (NOVN) Webpage Family Strengthening Peer Network
TRAININGS & EVENTS National Youth Violence Prevention Week National & Global Youth Service Day National Volunteer Week May is National Foster Care Month. This year's theme is Change a Lifetime: Share Your Heart, Open Your Home, Offer Your Help and will focus on how to get involved in the lives of young people in foster care. Visit www.fostercaremonth.org for more information. CONFERENCES Students Against Violence Everywhere (SAVE) National Youth Summit April 1, 2006 Girls Incorporated 56th National Conference The 2006 Avima D. Lombard Award Dinner HIPPY USA April 2, 2006 Arlington, VA Sponsored by Lutheran Services in America Adolescent Brain Development and Juvenile Justice Presented by the Coalition for Juvenile Justice May 3-7, 2006 Hyatt Regency Bethesda 2006 National Association of Planning Councils Conference May 4-7, 2006 Toronto, Canada 2006 Juvenile Justice National Symposium Building Successful Alliances to Improve Outcomes Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport San Francisco, CA Travelers Aid International 2006 Annual Leadership Conference "Surviving the Storm: Managing in Times of Change" Warwick Hotel Philadelphia, PA
National Human Services Assembly September 14, 2006 Washington, DC For more information, contact sara@nassembly.org 2006 Risk Management and Finance Summit for Nonprofits September 18-20, 2006 Westin Pasadena Pasadena, CA Alliance for Children and Families National Conference St. Louis, MO CLICK HERE to post your organization's conference dates on the National Assembly's website; click on "Add Your Own Event," and follow the instructions. Got News? Please e-mail sara@nassembly.org with your news, events, and suggestions for Newsbytes.
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In its recent annual report, Integrity, In Principal and Practice, Consorta features Lutheran Services in American President and National Assembly board member Jill Schumann. Part of Consorta's significant growth in their Advantage Program comes from members like LSA. In its first three years with consorta, LSA member Lutheran Social Services of Illinois saved $636,000 which the organization was able to re-direct to its service programs. To download the Consorta 2005 Annual report, 
