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Elijah’s Blessing Community Service Center
Youth Mentoring
Elijah’s Blessing inspires pro-social friendships, strong interpersonal skills, and a sense of hope in the future for at-risk middle and high school students. The focus is to empower youth in establishing goals and following through on commitments while expanding their perspective of life’s possibilities. The organization seeks to surround young people in a caring, inclusive learning environment that offers a strong network of support..
Objectives
Elijah’s Blessing aims to provide mentoring for at-risk middle and high school students in the Greater Baltimore area. The program will create partnerships with the local school districts and the juvenile court system. The program will have four distinct mentoring programs:
- Trailblazers: This is the central program of Elijah’s Blessing, where at-risk middle school students and their mentors participate in a structured program of support.
- Turnaround: Turnaround focuses on students who are chronically suspended from middle and high schools.
- Higher Ground: This program engages youth involved in the juvenile court system.
- Lunch Friends: This program works with children from local elementary schools.
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Girls Advocacy and Leadership Series (GALS)
Girls Advocacy and Leadership Series (GALS) is an after-school program by Women’s Campaign International (WCI) that empowers teenage girls with leadership skills and support to become confident leaders in their communities. The 18-week program combines WCI’s program themes of Entrepreneurship, Public Advocacy, Public Health, and International Relief to enhance the advocacy and leadership skills of young women. The program also invites expert guest speakers to inspire participants and provide networking opportunities. GALS aims to benefit participants in any high school setting, and WCI is confident about expanding the program to more schools in the future.
Objectives
The main objective of GALS is to empower disenfranchised teenage girls with the skills and support to become confident leaders in their communities. The program seeks to enhance the advocacy and leadership skills of young women by providing a comprehensive curriculum that includes life skills, career planning, effective communication, and advocacy.
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Reading Between the Wheels
Reading Between the Wheels is an innovative literacy program aimed at children under the age of 5. This program combines cutting-edge research and the latest educational technology to develop children’s literacy skills and promote a lifelong love of reading. Our goal is to provide young children with the tools they need to become successful readers and learners. We believe that reading is the key to unlocking a child’s full potential and we are committed to helping every child achieve that potential.
Objectives
The primary objective of Reading Between the Wheels is to improve literacy skills among children under the age of 5. Specifically, we aim to:
- Foster a love of reading and create a positive association with books among young children.
- Increase vocabulary and language development through interactive and engaging storytelling.
- Develop phonemic awareness and phonics skills that are essential for early reading.
- Encourage early childhood brain development through multisensory learning experiences.
- Support parents and caregivers in their role as their child’s first teacher and provide them with the tools and resources they need to support their child’s literacy development.
- Bridging the GAP in Learning Loss for children below the of five (5) to prepare the child for school.
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Disadvantaged Workforce Development Program – (DWD)
Elijah’s Blessing Community Service Center Inc. (EBCSC) is a nonprofit organization aimed at providing workforce development opportunities for underrepresented and vulnerable populations. With our new primary focus on workforce development, we are launching two new initiatives: Disability Workforce Development and Prison Re-entry Program. Our goal is to create partnerships and programs that will help people overcome the barriers to employment and reach their full potential in the workforce.
Disability Workforce Development – Ability One Partnered Program
The Ability One program is a partnered program of Elijah’s Blessing Community Service Center Inc. (EBCSC) that aims to provide employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. We will partner with Ability One, a government program that enables people with significant disabilities to secure employment by partnering with government agencies and contractors. Our program will provide training and job placement services, as well as support for people with disabilities to achieve their goals in the workforce.
Prison Re-entry Program
The Prison Re-entry Program is an initiative by Elijah’s Blessing Community Service Center Inc. (EBCSC) aimed at supporting individuals who have been recently released from prison to reintegrate into society and find stable employment. Our program will offer job readiness training, coaching, and mentoring, as well as connections to local employers who are willing to hire people with a criminal record. We believe that by providing these services, we can help reduce recidivism and increase the chances of success for formerly incarcerated individuals.
Objectives
Disability Workforce Development – Ability One Partnered Program
- To provide job training and placement services for individuals with disabilities.
- To create a network of partnerships with government agencies and contractors.
- To increase awareness of the Ability One program and its benefits
Prison Re-entry Program
- To reduce recidivism rates and increase the chances of success for formerly incarcerated individuals.
- To provide job readiness training, coaching, and mentoring for program participants.
- To build relationships with local employers and secure job opportunities for program participants
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Go The Green Mile
The Community Greening & Cleaning program is an initiative by Elijah’s Blessing Community Service Center Inc. (EBCSC) aimed at improving, transforming, and beautifying neighborhoods in the Greater Baltimore area. The program seeks to partner with local communities, schools, and other stakeholders in creating an environment that is safe, healthy, and conducive to the social and economic wellbeing of residents.
Objectives
The main objectives of the Community Greening & Cleaning program include:
- To promote community engagement and participation in neighborhood beatification and transformation projects.
- To improve the physical appearance and overall livability of the targeted neighborhoods.
- To create awareness on the importance of preserving the environment and maintaining clean and green surroundings.
- To foster a sense of community ownership and responsibility in maintaining the cleanliness and beauty of neighborhoods.
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EBCSC Shelia’s Closet
Sheila’s Closet is a new program under Elijah’s Blessing Community Service Center Inc. (EBCSC) aimed at promoting youth development, social development, and empowerment. It is a free, community-based program that provides new or gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories to underprivileged girls in the Greater Baltimore area. The program aims to instill confidence, self-esteem, and pride in young girls and empower them to reach their full potential.
Objectives
The primary objective of Sheila’s Closet is to support the emotional and social growth of underprivileged girls in the Greater Baltimore area by providing them with new or gently used clothing and accessories. The program aims to promote youth development by helping young girls feel confident, beautiful, and proud of their appearance. The specific objectives of Sheila’s Closet are as follows:
- Provide free clothing, shoes, and accessories to underprivileged girls in the Greater Baltimore area.
- Create a supportive and safe environment that promotes positive self-esteem and self-confidence in young girls.
- Foster social development by promoting teamwork, communication, and leadership among participants.
- Empower young girls to achieve their full potential by providing them with resources and support to succeed.
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Obie’s- (Single Dads Program)
The Single Dads Program is a new initiative by Elijah’s Blessing Community Service Center Inc. (EBCSC) that aims to provide financial assistance, safe haven, temporary housing, and career development to single fathers. The program will partner with local organizations and businesses to offer a comprehensive range of services that will address the unique challenges faced by single fathers, empowering them to take charge of their lives and build a better future for themselves and their families.
Objectives
The main objectives of the Single Dads Program are as follows:
- To provide financial assistance to single fathers to help them overcome financial barriers and improve their economic stability.
- To offer a safe haven for single fathers and their children who are facing homelessness or domestic violence.
- To provide temporary housing to single fathers and their children who are in need of a stable and secure living environment.
- To offer career development services to single fathers, including job training, resume building, and job placement assistance, to help them secure stable employment and build a better future for themselves and their families.
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Youth Programming
Elijah’s Blessing Community Service Center Inc. (EBCSC) is introducing two new youth-focused initiatives: the Youth Works Program and the Youth Related Program. These programs aim to promote positive youth development, including competency-building skills, social skills, life skills, academic improvement, motivation, and community involvement. The Youth Works Program will partner with the city of Baltimore to provide job opportunities for young adults in accordance with city guidelines. The Youth Related Program will aim to uplift youth and promote social development through events such as the successful “Burgers and Backpacks” event.
Objectives
The objectives of these initiatives are to provide opportunities for young people to develop critical skills that will help them succeed in their academic, personal, and professional lives. The Youth Works Program seeks to provide job opportunities that will teach young adults valuable skills and prepare them for future career opportunities. The Youth Related Program aims to uplift youth and promote positive social development by providing engaging and meaningful events that will inspire and motivate young people.
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Homeless Outreach
Elijah’s Blessing Community Service Center Inc. (EBCSC) is proud to introduce our new program, Homeless Outreach. This program is focused on delivering essential services and treatments to persons experiencing homelessness in the Greater Baltimore area. With a combination of outreach efforts, care coordination, and housing support, our program aims to break the cycle of homelessness and provide a pathway to stability and well-being.
Objectives
Elijah’s Blessing aims to provide mentoring for at-risk middle and high school students in the Greater Baltimore area. The program will create partnerships with the local school districts and the juvenile court system. The program will have four distinct mentoring programs:
- Trailblazers: This is the central program of Elijah’s Blessing, where at-risk middle school students and their mentors participate in a structured program of support.
- Turnaround: Turnaround focuses on students who are chronically suspended from middle and high schools.
- Higher Ground: This program engages youth involved in the juvenile court system.
- Lunch Friends: This program works with children from local elementary schools.
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Lupus S.E.N.S.E.- (Support Educate Network Share Encourage)-(Health Awareness)
The Health Awareness Program is a new initiative by Elijah’s Blessing Community Service Center Inc. (EBCSC) aimed at promoting health awareness within the community. The program seeks to raise awareness about different diseases and encourage individuals to take proactive measures to prevent and manage these illnesses. The Health Awareness Program will collaborate with local medical professionals, hospitals, and community health centers to provide relevant and up-to-date information on health and wellness to the community.
Objectives
The Health Awareness Program aims to achieve the following objectives:
- To educate the community about various diseases and illnesses.
- To provide information on preventative measures, healthy lifestyles, and disease management.
- To offer support and resources to individuals and families affected by different diseases.
- To work with community partners to address health disparities and improve overall health outcomes.
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Fiscal Sponsorship
Elijah’s Blessing Community Service Center Inc. (EBCSC) is proud to introduce our new program, Homeless Outreach. This program is focused on delivering essential services and treatmeThe Fiscal Sponsorship program at Elijah’s Blessing Community Service Center Inc. (EBCSC) provides a framework to support charitable organizations and projects by providing them with fiduciary oversight, financial management, and administrative services. This program allows charitable organizations and projects to focus on their mission, programmatic activities, and service delivery, while EBCSC handles the administrative tasks.nts to persons experiencing homelessness in the Greater Baltimore area. With a combination of outreach efforts, care coordination, and housing support, our program aims to break the cycle of homelessness and provide a pathway to stability and well-being.
Objectives
The Fiscal Sponsorship program aims to support charitable organizations and projects that align with EBCSC’s mission and vision. The objectives of the program include:
- Providing administrative support to organizations and projects to help build their capacity and sustainability.
- Ensuring legal and financial compliance of organizations and projects.
- Providing a cost-effective solution to start-up organizations and projects.
- Developing strong partnerships with organizations and projects to build a collaborative network for the greater good of the community.
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Grant Writing
EBCSC is a Non-profit specializing in providing comprehensive grant writing services to non-profit organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies. With a team of highly skilled and experienced grant writers, we assist our clients in securing funding for their projects and initiatives. Our services include researching and identifying suitable grant opportunities, creating persuasive grant proposals, assisting in budget development, and ensuring compliance with all necessary requirements. We understand the importance of effective grant writing in successfully obtaining funding, and our dedicated team works closely with clients to understand their goals and tailor each proposal to maximize their chances of success. Whether it’s a small community project or a large-scale program, EBCSC is committed to delivering professional, reliable, and results-oriented grant writing services to help our clients achieve their funding objectives.
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