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Rev Jamor
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Tammy
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We've had a few great volunteer events in recent weeks at United Way, and I wanted to highlight the time and committment of our volunteers! Earlier this month, Eaton Cummins Joint Venture brought more than 150 volunteers to Wings Event Center to pack over 7,500 kits for nonprofit partners! They donated the cost and assembled all the items for adult and child warm weather kits, food kits, backpack and school supply, and period kits. Eighteen nonprofit partners received kits, with many sending the
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Michele
Sample response regarding proposed changes to Head Start Standards
The Office of Head Start Administration for Children and Families under the U.S. Department of Children and Families has proposed new rules governing the Head Start Standards. This has tremendous implications on the quality of the Head Start program and local grantees funding, capacity, and credibility throughout the country. The proposed rules will also impact the children and families served by the 61 year old program. Head Start is more than just a preschool program. They require a health,
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Michele
How to document volunteer hours for SNAP and Medicaid Eligibility
Be Prepared for Changes to Work Requirements for SNAP and Medicaid Work requirements for Medicaid and SNAP have undergone major changes at the federal level that will impact families in the state of Michigan. Medicaid Work Requirements The New Rules: Federal guidelines now require certain non-pregnant adults (ages 19–64) on Medicaid to complete 80 hours per month of work, community engagement, or approved job training. Income Alternative: Beneficiaries can also meet this requirement by d
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