Hey Rotaractors,
I received this forwarded email from a local Rotarian. Essentially it seems to be a funding program that offer grants to ideas that meet the program’s goals – I thought I’ll share it with you all. If you have time, take a look over the website, specifically EmbraceBC guidelines . And see what ideas flow through your mind – the program might be around for the following year so we as a service organization could definitely aspire to plan some big project that could address this.
But we’ll need people with passion, willing to dream, and willing to put those thoughts into action! Yes it’s quite a daunting task (see all the far-ranging criteria) but with your determination, the skills of fellow Rotaractors, the advice of Rotarians – it can be done and what an impact! Anyways, I just thought I’ll share it with you all.
- King-mong
“Letter regarding New EmbraceBC RFP for Youth Dialogues:
Dear Colleague: I am writing to notify you that the Ministry of Social Development has posted a solicitation for Community Engagement and Dialogue funding under EmbraceBC on the BC Bid website: http://www.bcbid.gov.bc.ca . This year, the dialogue initiative will focus on youth engagement and capacity building. Dialogues provide an opportunity for communities to:
* Engage with each other in an atmosphere of respect and empathy.
* Share experiences and search together to identify challenges and solutions on themes related to the elimination of racism and the support of multiculturalism.
* Explore unique ways to support welcoming and inclusive communities.
EmbraceBC is a government-led initiative that provides funding opportunities for community-based projects through six program elements developed to inspire community members, residents and sector leaders to welcome, accept and embrace difference on both personal and institutional levels. To learn more about EmbraceBC, the Guidelines and for updated information and resources check http://www.EmbraceBC.ca . Any questions related to the solicitation must be directed in writing to Procurement Advisory Services by facsimile at: (250) 387-7309 or by e-mail at: purchasing@gov.bc.ca
Sincerely,
Kara L. Crawford
Program Advisor, Multiculturalism Unit, EmbraceBC”
Let him know if you’re coming or not soon so we can prepare enough food/drinks for everyone!