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let us be glad and rejoice in it. Ps 118:24

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Highlights from CCUSA

REGISTRATION CLOSING SOON: O'Grady Advanced Leadership Institute (2.0)

Registration will close on April 25 for the CCUSA O'Grady
Advanced Leadership Institute, to be held from May 16-20, 2022, at the
Bethany Center near Tampa. The Institute offers an in-depth
consideration of the Catholic teachings that undergird Catholic
Charities services, how Catholic moral methodologies can shape
strategic planning, and other subjects essential for effective
leadership of a Catholic organization operating within an ethnically
diverse and religiously pluralistic culture. It is designed for
Catholic Charities agency directors, other senior leaders, and those
who have completed the foundational (1.0) O'Grady Leadership
Institute (either virtually or in-person). Early action is encouraged,
as space is limited. Click here to learn more or to register.

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Registration is now open for the 2022 Virtual O'Grady Leadership
Institute (1.0)

This program is intended exclusively for Catholic Charities
professionals and is presented by experts at CCUSA. It offers a unique
opportunity to gain a foundational understanding of the knowledge and
skills essential for effective Catholic Charities leadership and
integrates leadership and management with theology and spirituality.
Content will explore Catholic social and moral teaching, ethical
decision-making, public policy and the Church, racism and poverty, and
how to understand one's leadership as a person with a role
within a system. This year's program will be held from June
6-10, 2022, from Noon - 3 PM ET each day. Click here to
learn more or register.
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Series of CCUSA Immigration and Refugee Services CoP monthly meetings

You are invited to the CCUSA Immigration and Refugee Services
Community of Practice meeting. During this meeting, we will hear from
the field about pressing Immigration and Refugee Services issues and
receive a policy update from CCUSA, MRS/USCCB, and CLINIC. Dates
& Times: April 20, May 18, June 15, 2022 at 2 PM EST (US and
Canada). Register here for the series. 

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2021 CCUSA Annual Survey

The 2021 Annual Survey is live! Be sure to review the 2021 Annual
Survey Preparation Webinar on the Annual Survey Resources section of
the Member's Portal and complete your agency's submission
before the survey closes on

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April 18, 2022. Please note that all staff who will contribute to your
agency's submission must have access to a personalized link. If
you need to request links for any staff at your agency, contact Ashley
Rininger. In addition, please don't hesitate to contact Ashley
via email if you have any questions or need any technical assistance
throughout your preparation and submission process.
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Events and Webinars 

CCUSA-CFPB Financial Empowerment Capacity Building Series

You are invited to the CCUSA and the Consumer Financial Protection
Bureau's (CFPB) Financial Empowerment Capacity Building webinar
series. CCUSA and CFPB are coordinating a series of webinars to bring
free financial empowerment training and resources to Catholic
Charities staff. Participants will receive training and resources to
help build their skills and better support financial wellness with the
communities they serve. Join us the first Tuesday of each month to
focus on the following topics:

May 3
          Understanding
credit reports and scores
June 7          Dealing
with consumer debt, debt collectors
July 5
          Choosing
financial products and services
August 2      Protecting your money

This webinar series offers 1.0 Continuing Education Credit per
session. For those interested in earning a CEC credit, participants
will need to participate in each session in its entirety and complete
an evaluation/post-test questions. When: May 3, June 7, July 5
 and  August 2, 2022 at 3:00 PM EST. Please submit any
further questions or comments to Jane Stenson. Register here.
[email protected]

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Welcoming Haitians - Immigration Legal Services (webinar)

Comprehensive immigration legal services are an essential component of
welcoming newly arriving Haitians. Please join us as we take an
in-depth look at the immigration legal realities faced by Haitians and
how we can improve our practice to support them in their process.
When: May 18, 2022. Time: 3:15 PM EST. Register in advance for this
webinar here.

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Helping parishes open a food pantry (webinar)

Learn how to help parishes open food pantries from successful
operations associated with two Catholic Charities agencies,
representing both agency and parish perspectives.Topics will include
conducting a community assessment, addressing safety issues, choosing
a pantry type, identifying institutional and community partners, and
volunteer recruitment. In addition, Jane Stenson, Vice President of
Poverty Reduction at CCUSA, will provide information on federal food
programs. Presenters will include Elizabeth Acevedo of Catholic
Charities Diocese of Gary; Ruth Polito of Saint James Church in
Highland, Indiana; and Patti McGuire of St. Elizabeth Church in Las
Vegas. Date: April, 25, 2022. Time: 3 PM ET. Register here.

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Grant Opportunities and Resources 

Foundation for Financial Planning is accepting grant applications
(until April 30, 2022)

Nonprofit organizations whose programs link pro bono financial
planners to people in need may apply. Programs should include
one-on-one engagements between Certified Financial Planner(TM)
(CFP®) professionals and pro bono clients, and comply with
COVID-19 safety guidelines. Grants are generally in the range of
$5,000 to $40,000. For more information about eligibility and how to
apply, please click here.
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Don't forget to promote the Child Tax Credit

With the April 18 tax filing deadline here, today is the last chance
to encourage individuals and families in your community to file their
taxes to access the expanded benefits of the Child Tax Credit, earned
income tax credit and the child and dependent care credit provided
under the American Rescue Plan. The CTC provides critical relief to
working families and helps to reduce child poverty in America.
Individuals can visit ChildTaxCredit.gov to learn more about their
eligibility for these credits and how to access free tax preparation
assistance. More information about these expanded benefits are
available as follows:
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* The Child Tax Credit
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* The Earned Income Tax Credit

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* The Child and Dependent Care Credit

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Employment Opportunities 

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 Nick Paige. Please
click here to access job opportunities.

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[email protected]
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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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