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Blessed are the poor in spirit;
for theirs is the Kingdom of heaven. Mt 5:3
 

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Highlights from CCUSA

Apply today to the CCUSA Innovation Challenge with $1 Million in
Total Awards

The CCUSA Innovation Challenge celebrates the transformative power of
innovation and seeks to inspire Catholic Charities member
agencies to propose a fresh solution toward alleviating, reducing or
eliminating poverty. A total of $1 million will be awarded to
three agencies. New programs and ideas from Catholic Charities member
agencies, or a community partnership in which a Catholic Charities
member agency is the lead, are eligible to apply. Read more about the
Challenge here.
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Submit agency stories to the CCUSA storybank

When you share with us a story about your work and the people you
serve in your local community, we can then share your stories not only
with a national audience but also the lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Our
government affairs team goes to the Hill often, and they are able to
represent the Catholic Charities ministry more persuasively when they
can share local stories that demonstrate the success and efficacy of
programs and services. So please share your stories about food
programs, affordable housing, family reunification, integrated health,
social enterprises, and everything you do! Stories that involve the
federal funding you receive are needed especially. We want everyone to
know about the great work you are doing! Submit your stories
here. 

Apply today for the GSBI Pathways Out of Poverty US (POP US) Online
Accelerator

*****APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO OCTOBER 31, 2019*****

In collaboration with CCUSA, the Miller Center for Social
Entrepreneurship is launching GSBI Pathways Out of Poverty US (POP US)
Online Accelerator. This world-class accelerator program provides
practical tools, proven curriculum, and executive mentorship to help
entrepreneurs develop more sustainable and scalable solutions. Our
program is specifically seeking social enterprises that are working to
improve economic livelihoods and create a path toward self-sufficiency
for poor, underserved, or vulnerable communities within the US. Click
the link for further information and contact Steve Bogus to ask
questions. Key Dates: Applications due
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October 31, 2019. Finalists notified December 16, 2019. GSBI Online
Accelerator program commences January 15, 2020. GSBI Online
Accelerator program completion mid-July 2020.

December 2-6, 2019 the 11th CCUSA Applied Institute for Disaster
Excellence (AIDE) training in Jacksonville, Fla. - Register Now!

Catholic Charities agencies are in the community for the life of the
community. That means when a disaster strikes, the Catholic Charities
network is called to be prepared and respond quickly to the needs of
the community. Participants will gain a greater understanding of how
to initiate and sustain disaster services in their agency, receive
excellent resources and tools, and form new relationships with their
peers facing similar challenges. Continuing Education Credits (CEC)
for Social Work and Professional Counseling is available. This
hands-on training disaster preparedness, response, recovery training
is recommended for all Catholic Charities staff, including but not
limited to: 

* agency/diocesan leadership
* emergency management or disaster workers 
* case-managers  
* social workers 
* business continuity planners
* program supervisors/directors/coordinators 
* parish administration/volunteers
* Catholic Charities partners (outside of the network) 

The training cost is only $400 - the hotel stay and meals from
Monday to Friday night is complimentary. Click here to register.
Please Note: The reduced registration cost is only available for the
first 300 slots. 

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Register now for the 2020 Catholic Social Ministry Gathering

Catholic Charities USA is a sustaining sponsor of the annual Catholic
Social Ministry Gathering, sponsored by the United States Conference
of Catholic Bishops. "Bearing Witness: Life and Justice for
All" is this year's theme, scheduled for January 25-28 at
the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC. This Gathering will bring
together those working on issues impacting life and human dignity
across the spectrum such as the death penalty, human trafficking,
restorative justice, and issues impacting families like migration,
violence, and poverty. Connect with current and emerging leaders,
engage in dynamic and thought provoking plenary presentations,
briefings, and workshops, and raise your voice in advocacy with
members of Congress. To register or for more information visit here;
act now for special initiatives for diverse leaders and young
leaders.  
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Catholic Charities Retreat Opportunity with Fr. Bob Dufford, SJ

Catholic Charities USA is delighted to announce a retreat with one of
the best-loved modern Catholic composers: Fr. Bob Dufford, SJ, writer
of popular hymns such as "Be Not Afraid," "All the
Ends of the Earth," "Sing to the Mountains," and
"Every Valley." As a member of the Saint Louis Jesuits,
Fr. Bob is a four-time Grammy nominee for compositions such as
"Here I am, Lord," and "Earthen
Vessels."  This retreat is open to all Catholic Charities
staff and board members. Spouses are welcome to register in a shared
room. The registration fee is $350 for individuals and $225 for
spouses, and is inclusive of all meals and a modern room with an
ensuite bath. It will be held from January 28-30, 2020, at the Bon
Secours Retreat and Conference Center in Marriottsville, Maryland
(near Baltimore). Visit this link to register or for more information.

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Save the Date! Join us in Cleveland for the 2020 Annual Gathering for
"Innovation Now"

When: October 27-30, 2020 Where: Hilton Cleveland. Plan ahead,
mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details!
Still need convincing? See what your colleagues said about the 2019
Annual Gathering: * "Workshops/topics and presentations
were great - wonderful diversity." * "Learning
from sister agencies - getting ideas that we could bring back to
our agency." * "Connections I made, people I met,
bonding with colleagues."  Questions? Send an email
here.
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Events and Webinars

Quick, easy 2020 fundraising planning

In this webinar you will learn: fundraising planning 101; how not to
make a fundraising plan; your one-page fundraising roadmap; ideas for
multiple streams of income; earned income streams that work for
nonprofits; putting it into practice. If you're tired of operating in
crisis mode, if you wish you weren't just winging it all the time,
take this webinar and plan to succeed in 2020. October 22, 2019, 12-1
PM Central. Register here.
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How are food choices can save the planet

As a follow-up to World Food Day, the Catholic Climate Covenant is
hosting a webinar called "How are food choices can save the planet."
Topics include how our food system is responsible for over a quarter
of all greenhouse gas emissions, how we can take action to reduce
damaging "footprints" on our common home, and how we can make food
choices that are sustainable. Day: October 24, 2019, 2-3 PM Eastern.
Register here.

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Grant Opportunities and Resources

Effective Staff Supervision  

Effective staff management is a powerful tool that should be added to
every supervisor's toolbelt, and the Effective Staff Supervision
course will do just that. This 8-week course begins by introducing you
to the art and science behind effective supervision. The course will
dive into more tactical issues such as effective hiring, monitoring
and feedback strategies. It will also push you to flex your leadership
capacity, understanding your unique style and how to use your
strengths to build a cohesive, high-performing team. By the end of the
eight weeks, you will have the strategies and knowledge needed to be a
highly effective manager. Length of Course: Eight weeks. Type of
Course: Self-paced (during eight-week course run); Instructor-led.
Dates: October 14 - December 10, 2019. Price: $600 (Alliance partners
and CNPs receive a 20% discount. Use code: NONPROFITPARTNER). Register
and learn more here. 

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Essential Communication Skills for Nonprofit Leaders

Effective communications is, without question, the most critical
determinant of leadership success (especially for those in the
nonprofit sector). This is how we develop and sustain key
relationships that allow us to achieve a common purpose. But what
makes a leader an effective communicator? In this three-week course,
you will learn time-tested communications strategies that have helped
thousands of executives become highly-successful leaders.  Length
of Course: Three weeks. Type of Course: Self-paced (during three-week
course run); Instructor-led. Dates: November 4 - November 24, 2019.
Price: $180 (Alliance partners and CNPs receive a 20% discount. Use
code: NONPROFITPARTNER). Register and learn more here.   

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Build Your Fundraising Plan Now!

Get the fundraising plan off your to-do list and into action with this
four-week course that walks you through every step needed to create an
effective and comprehensive fundraising strategy. You'll learn
how to assess where you are, look ahead to see where you want to be,
create a comprehensive fundraising plan, and then receive an entire
toolkit of sample materials and resources to help you execute on that
plan.  Length of Course: Five weeks. Type of Course:
Self-paced (during five-week course run); Instructor-led. Dates:
November 4 - December 9, 2019. Price: $325 (Alliance partners and CNPs
receive a 20% discount. Use code: NONPROFITPARTNER). Register and
learn more here.    
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Management & Administration Benchmarking Project Inventory

Since 2015, Catholic Charities of St. Louis has conducted several
benchmarking projects in conjunction with the Taylor Community
Consulting Program (TCCP) of the Olin School of Business at Washington
University, CCUSA, and other Catholic Charities agencies. These
benchmarking projects focus on programming and administrative services
prevalent across the Catholic Charities network with the ultimate goal
of providing measurable results and developing a protocol for
additional benchmarking opportunities. View an inventory of past
benchmarking projects in the 'Resource Center' of the
CCUSA Members' Portal or by viewing either the Management and
Administration or the Research and Evaluation section pages: Click
here.
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Grant Opportunity: Jesuit Volunteer Corps taking applications for new
Placement Sites

The JVC Admissions Team is excited to announce that the Jesuit
Volunteer Corps Placement Site application for the 2020-2021 program
year is now live. You can access the application page here.
Applications are accepted until
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December 1, 2019. To review applicable locations as well as expected
costs, please review their Request a JV page here. If you have
additional questions, send emails here.
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Employment Opportunities

Catholic Charities job opportunities now listed on CCUSA website

Anyone can view the job opportunities by clicking on the "Careers" tag
on the footer of the CCUSA webpage. To post a job opportunity, one
must be a member and have access to the members' portal in order to
fill out the submission form (click on "Careers" tag on members only
portal homepage). If you have any questions about the new job
opportunities submission form, please contact David Werning or Lily
Stewart. Please click here to access job opportunities.
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CCUSA Photo Gallery

Did you know that one of the benefits CCUSA provides to member
agencies is access to a professional photo gallery? Visit our Flickr
photo pages to explore our albums and photos. If you would like a
high-resolution version for your agency's use, please email CCUSA with
photo number.
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