Sylvia Grier sent in an obituary for Thelma N. McCoy, who died March 13.
Cherie Smith sent in an announcement of a City of Charlotte budget survey designed to “ensure that the voices of our residents are heard.” The online survey is here. The final budget listening session is Thursday. March 30, virtual on Webex, 6-7 p.m. Sign-up here.
Wilhelmenia Rembert announced details of U.S. Rep. Jeff Jackson’s district art competition, part of the spring nationwide competition for high school students. Deadline April 21. Art competition website here. Flier here. Rules here. Parent release form here. More info here.
Trial Court Administrator’s Office presents Court Camp July 17-21 and July 24-28 for children 14-18. Cost for the week $125 but scholarships available. Nominal application deadline April 10. Website here. Flier here.
Upcoming Deadlines
March 31: Applications due from nonprofits and other groups for grants of $1,000-$10,000 for “projects and programs addressing societal disparities experienced by African Americans.” Begin applications here under “grant program name” pulldown of Foundation for Black Philanthropy.
April 2: Last day for high school students to apply via online application for free Camp Ignite (girls, June 20-24) and Camp Hornets Nest (boys, June 25-29) Questions: CFD Headquarters at 704-336-4174. More info on Ignite and on both here.
May 20: Applications due for CPCC’s Accelerated Career Training Program that provides free 7- to 16-week training in eight career paths. Flier here.
Upcoming Events
March 30: Summit on affordable housing crisis, 9 a.m., Mayfield Memorial Baptist Church, 700 Sugar Creek Rd.
March 30: “Spill the Tea: A Discussion on the Importance of Mentorship in Various Spaces for Women & Girls of Color,” 6-8 p.m., Pauline Tea-Bar Apothecary, 2326 Arty Ave. Info and registration here.
April 4: Listening session on a county Strategic Plan under development to guide a Behavioral Health delivery system that “remains fragmented and difficult to navigate.” Individuals with live experienced, service providers and public welcome. Session 6-7:30 p.m.,North County Regional Library, 16500 Holly Crest Ln, Huntersville.Optional registration here. Background here. Flier here.
April 8: Community Resources Day at Lincoln Heights Park, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. 1819 Catherine Simmons Ave.
April 8: “Spirit of Ramadan in Charlotte” open house, 6:45 p.m. Muslim Education Center, 4301 Shamrock Dr. Registration here.
April 10-14: Diamond Tours trip with Dr. Blanche Penn and Petronila Clark for Myrtle Beach Show Trip, $675.
April 20: Listening session on a county Strategic Plan under development to guide a Behavioral Health delivery system that “remains fragmented and difficult to navigate.” Individuals with live experienced, service providers and public welcome. Session 6-7:30 p.m., South County Regional Library, 5801 Rea Rd. Optional registration here. Background here. Flier here.
April 25-30: VISIONS Civil Rights Trail Tour in Alabama. Info: Deborah J. Walker, 704-724-7469 or e-mail.
April 25: Listening session on a county Strategic Plan under development to guide a Behavioral Health delivery system that “remains fragmented and difficult to navigate.” Individuals with live experienced, service providers and public welcome. Session 6-7:30 p.m., Eastway Regional Rec Center, 3150 Eastway Park Dr. Optional registration here. Background here. Flier here.
April 30: “A Jazzy Derby Affair,” a Delta Sigma Theta fundraiser for sorority scholarships, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Hilton Charlotte Uptown, 222 E. 3rd St. Tickets $85 plus $10 parking. Register here.
May 2: MeckMIN Annual Community Leader Awards Breakfast fundraiser, 7:30 a.m., Covenant Presbyterian Church, 1000 E. Morehead St. Tickets $50 here. Sponsorship opportunities here.
May 19: Urban League Whitney M. Young, Jr. Awards. Details to come.
June 11: Art Auction for Second Chances, noon-5 p.m., Mint Museum Uptown, 500 S. Tryon St.
Sept. 19-21: Diamond Tours trip with Dr. Blanche Penn and Petronila Clark for Pigeon Forge and Smoky Mountains Show Trip, $395.
Nov. 27-Dec. 1: Diamond Tours trip with Dr. Blanche Penn and Petronila Clark for The Ark Encounter and Creation Museum near Cincinnati.
Candidates & Elected Officials
Nasif Majeed 3-26
Natasha Marcus 3-22
Joyce Waddell 3-27
Nonprofits and Governments
Charlotte Housing & Neighborhood Services 3-23
Council for Children’s Rights 3-24
Goodwill Industries 3-27
Knight Foundation 3-24
League of Women Voterrs 3-23
NC Community Action Association 3-23
UNCC Urban Institute 3-23