Wednesday, March 13, 2013

News from the Institute for Human Services and Nonprofits from the Southern Tier

IHS Weekly Update

March is Membership Month; have your organization become a part of IHS today!
Did you know that the IHS membership year runs from April 1-March 31st?  Renew today to continue receiving IHS member benefits!
Find out the top ten reasons why you should be an IHS member. Read More>


March Volunteer in the Spotlight: Andrea Shields
This month's Volunteer in the Spotlight, Andrea Shields, dedicates her time as a NY-Committee member for Sperr Memorial Park, a Co-Race Director for the Time to Sperr Run/Walk, and a Girls on the Run of the Southern Tier volunteer. Andrea decided to start volunteering for Sperr Memorial Park and Time to Sperr in honor of Trooper Andrew J. Sperr, who was a friend and co-worker of her husband. She enjoys organizing the Time to Sperr event, which raises funds for park maintenance and improvements, as well as seeing individuals participate in a run for the first time. Similarly, she chose to volunteer with GOTRST because she believes it is a fantastic program and enjoyed seeing the girls finish their first 5k. Although the balance between family, work, and volunteering can be a challenge, Andrea's favorite part of volunteering is being able to meet new people - she believes that everyone has a story that needs to be heard.  Read More About Andrea >
Developing a Winning Grant Proposal - A Course Offered by CCC
The Office of Workforce Development & Community Education at Corning Community College presents "Developing a Winning Grant Proposal," a course that will provide students with the background necessary to develop a competitive funding proposal. Through providing an introduction to the basic skills, principles, and techniques of successful grant writing, participants completing the course will develop the essential skills and knowledge to write a winning grant proposal. The course will be held every Friday from April 19th to May 17th, at the Business Development Center in Corning and will be facilitated by Hillary Anderson. The fee per participant is $450 and interested individuals can enroll by contacting the Office of Workforce Development.
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Save the Date!  Learn About These Upcoming IHS Educational Opportunities!
"Inside the Dementia Epidemic": A Daughter's Memoir
The Chemung County Alzheimer's Facilitators present local author, Martha Stettinius, on Saturday, April 6th from 9 am - 12 pm at the Elmira/Corning Hilton Garden Inn. This free program will cover such areas as advocating for your loved one at home or in a facility, experiencing the joy of caregiving, finding the support you need, and planning ahead for end of life wishes. Reservations are required by March 29th and can be made by calling the Chemung County Department of Aging at (607) 737-5520. Learn More >
Join us for the 2013 IHS Annual Conference - RSVP Today!
Our full day conference will be held on Wednesday, March 20that the Radisson Hotel in Corning. The day includes our Annual Meeting and three tracks, with three sessions per track, of worthwhile educational opportunities. Participants choose which session to go to at the conference. Attendees will also be able to learn more about IHS and other nonprofit agencies by visiting our Exhibitor Hall.  
Conference Brochure and Registration > 
IHS Annual Conference - Request for Exhibitors
Want to get the word out about your organization to professionals across the state?  Be an exhibitor at our annual conference.
Health Insurance Open House at the Chemung County Department of Health
Fidelis Care and the Chemung County Department of Health invite you to attend a Health Insurance Open House being held on both Monday, March 18th from 9 am - 12 pm and Thursday, March 21st from 1 pm - 4 pm at the Chemung County Department of Health. The Open House will include free blood pressure screenings and opportunities to apply for Child Health Plus, Family Health Plus, or Medicaid Managed Care with Fidelis Care (proof of age, income, and address necessary.)  Learn More >

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