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PACG History - Meeting on Homelessness in Davenport

12/22/2008

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Emergency Meeting on Homelessness tonight!
Monday, December 22nd

To all our progressive activists:
 
Friends, you are receiving this because you may have an interest in homelessness or some of your friends might be interested.
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14 people were sleeping in cars in downtown Davenport the other day  .

See letter below  and let's get hooked into the King's Harvest attempt to address the overflow shelter issue confronting our community.
 
Meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. at King's Harvest 
824 West 3rd Street (3rd and Warren). 
A meeting to try to mobilize volunteers, and figure out which days people can volunteer... see letter below...

King's Harvest is willing and able to give of their worship space to provide overflow homeless people (who are unable to be at Sisters of Humility or another shelter for whatever reason). So the place is available, but the need is for individuals to stay overnight. If we get enough, a volunteer might only have to stay once a month. 
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Well, at any rate, read this newsletter. Write to me if you are interested. This feels important. And a bit overwhelming. But let's spread the word. And let's keep talking about the possibilities.  If you cannot attend meeting tonight but are willing to help, please contact me...

Volunteers (committed and willing to be trained) are needed.

Roger Butts
563-508-0209

The letter from King's Harvest 


Dear Friend,
 
Urgent, this is an emergency!!! Sunday night during our ice storm/snow storm, with temperatures in the single digits, 14 people slept in their cars or outside on the ground in the cold.  This happened because the shelters were full.  Fourteen is just the number that Kings Harvest is aware of in downtown Davenport.  There is no doubt to be many more.  Kings Harvest which is a ministry that feeds the poor and homeless and helps with various basic needs has decided to open their doors at night for the overflow of the homeless.  Our ministry has served the community since 1996, with the help of volunteers from many different church affiliations; we are supported only by donations.  We are currently seeking volunteers to help with this.  We desperately need folks that are willing to be there from 9:00 p.m. to 7 a.m.  This could be a great opportunity to read a book, spend time with God, and serve Him all at once.  Please help us help others by announcing and promoting this great need.  If you need more information or would like to get involved please call Terri Gleize @ 563-570-4536.  Kings Harvest is located at 824 West 3rd Street, Davenport, Iowa. Please prayfully consider our desperate request, every day that goes by is crucial with the harsh Iowa winter upon us.
 
Sincerely,
Terri Gleize
King's Harvest Director
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PACG History - Helping the Homeless in Davenport

12/22/2008

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Homelessness in Davenport Meeting Tonight!
Monday, December 22nd at 6:30 pm

Monday, December 22, 2008

King's Harvest
824 West 3rd ST
Davenport


To all our progressive activists:
 
Friends, you are receiving this because you may have an interest in homelessness or some of your friends might be interested.

14 people were sleeping in cars in downtown Davenport the other day  .

See letter below  and let's get hooked into the King's Harvest attempt to address the overflow shelter issue confronting our community.
 
Meeting tonight at 6:30 p.m. at King's Harvest 
824 West 3rd Street (3rd and Warren). 
​
A meeting to try to mobilize volunteers, and figure out which days people can volunteer (see letter below).

King's Harvest is willing and able to give of their worship space to provide overflow homeless people (who are unable to be at Sisters of Humility or another shelter for whatever reason). So the place is available, but the need is for individuals to stay overnight.  If we get enough, a volunteer might only have to stay once a month. 
Well, at any rate, read this newsletter. Write to me if you are interested. This feels important. And a bit overwhelming. But let's spread the word. And let's keep talking about the possibilities.  If you cannot attend meeting tonight but are willing to help, please contact me.

Volunteers (committed and willing to be trained) are needed.

Roger Butts
 
The following letter is from King's Harvest: 


Dear Friend,
 
Urgent, this is an emergency!!! Sunday night during our ice storm/snow storm, with temperatures in the single digits, 14 people slept in their cars or outside on the ground in the cold.  This happened because the shelters were full.  Fourteen is just the number that Kings Harvest is aware of in downtown Davenport.  There is no doubt to be many more.  Kings Harvest which is a ministry that feeds the poor and homeless and helps with various basic needs has decided to open their doors at night for the overflow of the homeless.  Our ministry has served the community since 1996, with the help of volunteers from many different church affiliations; we are supported only by donations.  We are currently seeking volunteers to help with this.  We desperately need folks that are willing to be there from 9:00 p.m. to 7 a.m.  This could be a great opportunity to read a book, spend time with God, and serve Him all at once.  Please help us help others by announcing and promoting this great need.  If you need more information or would like to get involved please call Terri Gleize.  Kings Harvest is located at 824 West 3rd Street, Davenport, Iowa. Please prayfully consider our desperate request, every day that goes by is crucial with the harsh Iowa winter upon us.
 
Sincerely,
Terri Gleize
King's Harvest Director
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Institute for Responsible Citizenship student request

12/15/2008

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Summer Internships for young African American males! - Deadline coming up

Institute for Responsible Citizenship (I4RC)
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The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is currently accepting applications for its summer programs in Washington, DC and New York City.
      
Washington Program

The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is currently accepting applications for its summer leadership program in Washington, DC. The Institute provides America's best and brightest African  American male college students with unparalleled networking opportunities, leadership development, and lifelong mentorship.

Through the focused and intimate structure of our program, the Institute equips these young men with the tools required for successful careers in business, education, journalism, law, government, the sciences, public policy, ministry, medicine, public service, and the arts.
       
Program Highlights
        •         Meet with influential leaders such as General Colin Powell, Congressman John Lewis, Justice Clarence Thomas, and Dr. Sheila C. Johnson;

        •         Take rigorous academic courses on constitutional and economic principles;

        •         Participate in roundtable discussions, including seminars on career development;

        •         Work at high level internships around Washington, DC;

        •         Enjoy a host of social activities that help them to build strong bonds with each other.

Program Details    
        • The 2009 program will run from Saturday, June 6 to Saturday, August 1.
        • Students must commit to two summers.
        • Tuition and housing are paid for by the Institute.
        • Students will be placed at paid internships based on their career interest (a stipend of $3000 will be provided for those placed at unpaid internships).
       
 You should be a sophomore to apply. Although the Institute does not have a GPA requirement, students interested in applying should have a strong academic records. An applicant's GPA is not the only criterion that is considered during the admissions process. Other achievements such as campus involvement, honors and awards earned, athletics, and volunteer work are looked upon favorably.
       
KPMG Summer Scholars Program
The Institute for Responsible Citizenship is excited to announce a new program in conjunction with KPMG, one of the foremost accounting firms in the country. This year, KPMG was ranked among the top 100 companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, and ranked 37th among large size companies.

More information about KPMG can be found at http://www.kpmgcareers.com. Twelve black male college sophomores will be selected to take part in this year's program. The program runs from the first Sunday in June until the last Saturday in July.

Students selected for this opportunity will spend the summer in New York City and work at the company's headquarters for eight weeks. The twelve young men will live together in housing provided for program participants. Students will be placed in the departments of Audit, Tax, or Advisory Services and be paired with a high level executive to work with for the summer. Exemplary performance will be rewarded with an invitation to return for a second summer and possibly result in fulltime employment following graduation.

Other program highlights

        •         Salary of $21 per hour (2007 rate), while working full time

        •         Laptop provided for duration of program

        •         Possible international travel

        •         Seminar series for academic credit

        •         Students majoring in Accounting with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better should send their applications in for the Financial Services Program.
      
 The application deadlines for both programs are:
       
        Early Decision – November 7th
        Regular Decision – January 15th
       
For more information, go here: http://www.i4rc.org/announcement.htm.

Inquiries should be directed to [email protected] or (202) 6592831. Those considering applying are highly encouraged to review the website in detail and contact our office with any questions before submitting an application.

The application can be found here.

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PACG History - December 2008 Weekly Email

12/12/2008

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A letter from PACG's President:

December 12, 2008
 
Dear Friends:
We are pleased to announce that Progressive Action for the Common Good of the Quad Cities (PACG) has received its status as a 501(c)3 TAX–EXEMPT organization from the US Internal Revenue Service. 
 
This means that all of your contributions to PACG are now tax-deductible.  Furthermore, all contributions that you have made to PACG during the 2008 calendar year, starting from March 24, 2008 to the present, can also be claimed as tax deductible on your 2008 income tax return.
 
We are writing to express our gratitude for your continued support of Progressive Action for the Common Good.  Your generosity has made it possible for us to continue our expansion and influence throughout the Quad Cities and beyond with a strong voice of hope and progressive values.
 
We have more news.  James Lee, who has served so well for almost two years as our Executive Director, will be relocating to the DC area where he will continue to work on progressive causes.  He is extremely grateful for the opportunity to serve with PACG, and will miss the friendships and camaraderie that he has encountered while he has been with us. He has done a terrific job for us and we will miss him.  We are happy to report that we have approached Cathy Bolkcom, founding mother of PACG, about returning to PACG as an Interim Executive Director.  We are very excited about the prospect of Cathy leading us as we enter this new era of working in an environment in which our country is taking a new direction.  PACG is in a unique position, having prepared for this change for the past four years.  There is great opportunity for us to grow and promote our progressive agenda in the next four years. In order for us to move forward, bring Cathy on and continue our vital work, we need to raise $60,000 by the end of this calendar year.  Two years ago, when we made a similar appeal at this time of year, we were able to raise $65,000! WE WILL NOT BE ABLE TO REPLACE JAMES WITHOUT YOUR HELP.
 
The social, cultural, economic, and political climate is undergoing a massive transformation right before our very eyes.  It is vitally important that progressive values, strategies, and policies have a strong voice in the national conversation being held about the future direction of our nation.  We are that voice in Quad City area!
 
We are asking our supporters who have pledged to give specified amounts for 2008 to strongly consider fulfilling your pledges before the end of the calendar year.  We would also strongly encourage those who have already given, but would like to contribute more to our organization, to do so at this time.  If you have not yet contributed, now is the time.  Please help us continue to be part of the change we all have worked for.
 
Thanks for everything that you do.
Sincerely,
 
 
Ron Quay
President
Progressive Action for the Common Good
 
 
Mark Your Calendars!
 
PACG Strategic Planning Meeting
January 8th, 6pm, Unitarian Church
We hope YOU will participate in the process!
 
Social Justice Movie in January:
"FLOW" -  Privatizing the world's water
Friday, January 16, 7pm, Unitarian Church
 
Pride-Fest 2009 Planning Meeting
"Your rights, our rights, human rights - winds of change!" 
Saturday, Jan. 24, 2:30pm, MCC QC, 3019 N. Harrison. 
 All welcome—Call Rich Hendricks 
 
 
Don't Miss our January PACG Community Meeting!
Thursday, January 22nd, 6:30pm—Unitarian Church
This will be our first community meeting of the new year.
We will have a surprise guest speaker and introduce the
PACG Strategic plan for 2009!  Be there!
 
  
PACG's Healthy Foods Initiative:
Farm to Cafeteria Program
 
PACG is networking with Augustana College to organize a Healthy Foods Summit in the Spring of 2009. This Summit will bring together PACG members and the general public with local political leaders, education leaders, food service administrators, hospitals, local farmers and other food producers to begin the creation of a regional effort to restructure our local food supply in favor of  healthier, locally grown foods as an alternative to unsustainable dependence on corporate farms.  This is the first step in a growing movement that is taking place across our nation.   If you would like to get involved with our Healthy Foods Initiative, please contact Caroline Vernon at (563) 676-7580.
 
 
 
Plug-Into your passion...
 
 
Health Care Reform
First Tuesday of every Month
6pm, Davenport Unitarian Church
Call Karen Metcalf 
 
Women's Issues / QC-NOW
Second Tuesday of every Month
6:30pm, Butterworth Center, Moline
Call Carol Brown 
 
Environmental / Energy
Bi-weekly, Mondays, 6:30pm
Davenport Unitarian Church
Call Molly Regan 
 
Young Leaders
Monthly, Times and venues vary…
Contact James Lee 
 
Reclaiming Moral Values
Last Tuesday of the Month
6:30pm, Davenport Unitarian Church
Call James Lee 
 
Social Justice Movie Night
Third Friday of every month
7:00pm, Davenport Unitarian Church
Call Caroline Vernon 
 
PACG Community Meeting
4th Thursday of every month.
6:30pm, Davenport Unitarian Church
Everyone welcome! Plug-In!
Call PACG at 563-676-7580
 
Pushing for Peace
Winter Rally Schedule:
4th Thursday 4:30 to 5:30 in Davenport
Corner of E 53rd St & Corporate Row Dr
Every Saturday 11am to Noon in Moline
Corner of 16th St & John Deere Rd
 
 
 
Celebrate Our Democracy and Citizen Action… A non-partisan event
 
Quad Cities Inaugural Ball
January 20,  2009 
7 PM- midnight at the River Center in Davenport
Doors open at 6:30…dinner at 7:30
 
It All Started Here!!
Buffet Dinner, Dessert, Soda and Beer, Champagne Pour, Cash Bar, Live Music and Dancing, Large screen video projections of parties in DC.  Discount Rooms at the Radisson.
 
We will be dressing up!!!  Formal attire encouraged, but not required.
 
Ball Tickets: $40 per person. (Reduced prices for students)
Co-chaired by Cathy Bolkcom and Sue Golden
 
Non-partisan celebration of a new day in our country…all are welcome.
This is not a fundraiser.—-Any proceeds will go to Churches United to help those who are suffering. Call for more information.
 


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