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CharlotteBusinessResources.com launches Billboard Giveaway contest |
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To show its support of local small businesses, CharlotteBusinessResources.com is hosting its first Billboard Giveaway.
During the weeks leading up to Small Business Saturday — which is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 29 — business owners can enter to win free advertising on a digital billboard near the Epicentre in uptown Charlotte.
To enter the contest, please email your success story to CBR.BizStory@gmail.com. Although creative submissions — i.e., blogs, videos, pictures, etc. — are encouraged, Microsoft Word submissions are also accepted.
The contest ends at midnight on Nov. 17 and the winner will be selected by the Business Advisory Committee. For additional information about the contest, visit CharlotteBusinessResources.com, “like” CBR on Facebook or follow them on Twitter.
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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Coalition for Housing releases progress report |
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The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Coalition for Housing (CMCH) recently released its progress report, entitled Forward Movement: Ending and Preventing Homelessness in Charlotte-Mecklenburg. Created in 2010, the CMCH has focused on achieving the goals of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg 10-Year Plan to End and Prevent Homelessness.
The report includes a timeline of CMCH activities that have taken place since it’s inception, success stories about steps taken to house those who were chronically homeless, as well as additional information about permanent supportive housing assistance that has been provided by local agencies.
Click here to view a copy of the report. For more information, please contact NBS Neighborhood Program Coordinator Mary Gaertner.
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Facade Improvement Grant applications due Nov. 15 |
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NBS’ Facade Improvement Grant program assists businesses and commercial property owners with improving their building's appearance. In doing so, the program helps bring signs, parking and landscaping into conformance with current codes.
As part of the program, the grant provides eligible businesses or property owners with 50 percent reimbursement for certain architectural renovation expenses. Sixty percent reimbursement may be available on a case-by-case basis for businesses who utilize a certified Small Business Enterprise firm.
Applications are due Saturday, Nov. 15. For more information, contact Veronica Mosley at vmosley@charlottenc.gov.
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Neighborhood Matching Grants program awards grant funds to 13 local organizations |
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The Neighborhood Matching Grants Program (NMG) awards up to $25,000 to eligible neighborhood-based organizations to complete projects that will improve their community’s quality of life. NMG accepts applications four times each year: Feb. 15, April 15, June 15 and Sept. 15. Organizations can submit applications in six categories for projects ranging from gardens and bike racks to Little Free Libraries and playgrounds.
Congratulations to the the 13 organizations that will receive matching grant funding for the following projects:
- Becton Park at Lynton Place -- Fencing
- Cedar Mill -- Street lights
- Coventry Woods -- Sign toppers
- Druid Hills -- Youth Community Leadership Academy
- Firethorne -- Parking lot improvements
- Genesis Park -- Fifth Annual Northwest Community Day
- Hamlin Park -- Irrigation and landscaping
- Madison Park -- Little Free Library
- Quail Run -- Garbage compactor and central mailbox unit site prep
- Ravenwood -- Neighborhood sign
- Reid Park -- Mosaic benches
- Southwood Community -- General neighborhood improvements
- The Village of Rosedale -- Street lights
For more information, please visit the NMG website or contact NMG Program Manager Atalie Zimmerman at azimmerman@charlottenc.gov. |
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Local high school students participate in career readiness training |
This fall, students in 17 Charlotte-Mecklenburg high schools will make a special commitment to improve their future employability.
The nearly 600 students taking part in the Mayor’s Youth Employment Program (MYEP) Career Readiness Training Certification are being equipped with job readiness, customer service and financial literacy skills. Students leave the program with a certification valid for one year that will allow them to stand out as future job candidates and take their place shaping Charlotte’s future.
The certification is the first of three main components of the MYEP. This spring, students across the county will have an opportunity to attend a Career Discovery Day event to expose them to in-demand careers. Following this, nearly 330 students will participate in an 8-week paid summer internship while countless others will find their own employment opportunities with local companies. This approach with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, area businesses, and the community provides well-rounded exposure to the workforce.
If you and your business are interested in hosting a youth intern this summer we need to hear from you! Contact us at myep@charlottenc.gov or visit our website.
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Upcoming Events
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America Recycles Day Sustainability Fair
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Friday, Nov. 14
Disk Plaza (Corner of Trade and Tryon streets)
Facade Grant Deadline
Saturday, Nov. 15
CBR Billboard Giveaway Deadline
Midnight
Monday, Nov. 17
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Need a speaker for your community meeting? We can help.
Visit needaspeaker.charmeck.org
for more information.
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