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NEW YORK CITY NEGOTIATED ACQUISITION: GROUP PURCHASING ORGANIZATION FOR GOODS AND SERVICES FOR CLIENT AND COMMUNITY BASED SERVICE PROVIDERS - NOTICE OF INTENT TO NEGOTIATE The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (“The City”) is seeking one or more appropriately-qualified group purchasing organizations (“GPO”) to provide goods and services to Client and Community Based Service Providers that do business with the City of New York. This solicitation is a component of Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg’s Nonprofit Assistance Initiatives, recognizing the City's strong partnership with the nonprofit sector which supports the efficient delivery of quality services to New Yorkers. Download a copy of the Notice
DYCD IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE THE LAUNCH OF PATHFINDER Pathfinder is
a new career-building website for New Yorkers who work with and inspire youth.
It's the place where New York's youth workers, trainers and employers
connect online and share career opportunities. This website is funded by DYCD
and The Wallace Foundation to provide a one-of-its kind free
resource dedicated to helping after-school professionals grow in skills
and career possibilities. Click to find out more information and to register
NEW YORK CITY SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM RECEIVES $1.5 MILLION DONATION FROM GOLDMAN SACHS GIVES The New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD), Mayor’s Fund to Advance New York City and Goldman Sachs today announced a $1.5 million donation from Goldman Sachs Gives, the firm’s donor-advised fund. The donation will add over 1,000 jobs to the City’s Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). SYEP provides New York City youth between the ages of 14 and 24 with summer employment and educational opportunities that capitalize on their individual strengths, develop their skills and competencies, and connect them to positive adult role models. Read the press release
CHECK YOUR SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT HOURS & PAYMENT INFORMATION
The Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) provides New York City
youth between the ages of 14 and 24 with summer employment and educational
opportunities. The 2010 SYEP program ended August 21,
2010. Check hours and pay history Learn more about SYEP
THE 2010 NEW YORK CITY YOUTH GUIDE TO SUMMER FUN IS NOW EXCLUSIVELY AVAILABLE ONLINE Published annually by DYCD, The New York City Youth Guide to Summer Fun is a broad citywide calendar of family-oriented events and resources. The vast compilation includes activities that range from the artistic to the athletic, from the literary to the musical, and can be enjoyed at indoor and outdoor locations – most for free or at low cost. The guide also includes a list of all public swimming pools and barbeque sites at public parks, as well as a comprehensive section on "Museum Deals" within the City. This year, our cover story features the DYCD Summer of Service initiative. Download the 2010 Guide to Summer Fun Learn more
OUT-OF-SCHOOL TIME (OST) PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH AT NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS RFP ORGANIZATIONS DETERMINED ELIGIBLE FOR AWARD DYCD is announcing the organizations determined eligible to receive an award under the OST Programs for Youth at NYC Department of Parks and Recreation Facilities RFP. The primary purpose of the OST Parks programs is to help elementary and middle school youth ages 6 through 12 develop skills needed for academic success. Download the organizations determined eligible for award
ADOLESCENT LITERACY PROGRAMS RFP ORGANIZATIONS DETERMINED ELIGIBLE FOR AWARD DYCD is announcing the organizations determined eligible to receive an award under the Adolescent Literacy programs RFP. The purpose of the Adolescent Literacy programs is to provide literacy services for adolescents in grades 6-8 living in NewYork City. Download the organizations determined eligible for award
CORNERSTONE PROGRAMS AT NYCHA COMMUNITY CENTERS Through the Cornerstone Initiative, 25 CBOs are operating programs for youth and adults at 25 New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) Community Centers across New York City. Learn More
DYCD LAUNCHES A NEW ONLINE APPLICATION FOR THE YOUTH GROUP SUBWAY TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM
DYCD is pleased to launch a new online application system for the Youth Group
Subway Transportation Program. The online process is designed to:
Reduce the time it takes to complete the application.
Eliminate the need for current program participants to resubmit
proof of eligibility.
The online application replaces the paper
application.
STEP IT UP DANCE TEAM FROM BEACON COMMUNITY CENTER FEATURED ON NYC LIFE
2009 DYCD ANNUAL REPORT
Our 2009 Annual
Report highlights DYCD’s 25 new Cornerstone Community Centers, which are located
at New York City Housing Authority developments. Other highlights include Summer
of Service and the 14 new initiatives we launched using $80 million in
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) stimulus
funds. Download the 2009 Report (in PDF)
OSY RFP - ORGANIZATIONS DETERMINED ELIGIBLE FOR AWARD
DYCD is announcing the organizations determined eligible to receive an award
under the OSY workforce development programs. The purpose of OSY workforce
development programs is to provide out-of-school youth with the skills necessary
to build a successful career. See the organizations determined eligible for award
PREQUALIFICATION (PQL) FOR NEW YORK CITY COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY FUNDING Any organization applying to the New York City Council to receive one or more discretionary award(s) totaling more than $10,000 must be Prequalified. DYCD administers the Prequalification (PQL) process for City Council Discretionary funding on behalf of the City, under the guidance of the Mayor’s Office of Contract Services. Learn more Download forms
LOW-WAGE IMMIGRANT WORKER EMPLOYMENT SERVICES Low-Wage Immigrant Worker Employment Services programs began operating on January 13, 2010 and will run through September 30, 2010. Funded through American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) funds, the initiative helps first-generation immigrants increase their employment skills, better understand their fundamental rights as workers and immigrants, and become familiar with the American workplace. Services are located in communities identified as having the greatest concentration of low-wage immigrant workers. Find a Program Near You
“FRESH START KITS” FOR VULNERABLE YOUTH
DYCD is assembling “Fresh Start Kits” containing personal hygiene items to help
runaway and homeless youth maintain their dignity in the face of significant
challenges. DYCD reached out to local businesses and national retailers
seeking donations of non-perishable snacks, soap, shampoo, toothbrushes and
toothpaste, band-aids and other essential items to be distributed to vulnerable
youth who are receiving services through DYCD-funded programs. A number of
civic-minded businesses have contributed to the “Fresh Start Kits”,
including: • American Hygiene
Industries • Estee
Lauder •
NIKE • Vinnie’s
Styles • Pathmark
DYCD
continues to seek donations; New Yorkers can call the Youth Connect hotline at
(800) 246-4646 if they are interested in making a donation or know of a
potential partner. Read the release
DYCD Highlights
Learn about Family Planning Benefit Program
(FPBP) A free and completely confidential New York State
program that provides family planning services to teens, women and men who
meet certain income and residency requirements. Visit the site
Volunteer Interested in volunteering? The Mayor's Volunteer
Center can find you the right cause. Learn more
A New Way to Learn English on TV We Are New York is a new TV
show for people learning English. You will see stories of hope, love,
family and friends. And you will learn the English you need to make it in
New York City. Learn more
ACCESS NYC - Benefit Information Screen
your family for up to 35 City, State, and Federal health and human service
benefit programs. In addition to screening, you can learn about the
programs, how to apply, where to go, and even print filled in
applications. Visit
www.nyc.gov/accessnyc
Learn about your Community Board The Community Assistance
Unit provides information on all New York City Community Boards. Visit the site
Register to
Vote Register to vote in the next
election. Learn more
Locate City Services using NYCityMap Use NYCityMap to find
information on transportation, education, public safety, resident
services, neighborhood information, and City life. Visit
the site
Choosing a Good Day Care Program The Dept. of Health and
Mental Hygiene offers tips, referrals, health advisories, and
more. Learn more
To protect children from falls, the Health Department urges New Yorkers to make sure window guards are in place. For more information about approved window guards call 311. Learn
more
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