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CPC Queens Community Services Announces Partnership with GetCoveredNYC
On September 21, 2017, CPC and New York City’s GetCoveredNYC announced that they will partner to provide health insurance assistance to the residents of Queens Community. GetCoveredNYC outreach teams will proactively engage eligible residents and inform them of health insurance options that may be available to them and case-manage each applicant through the process.
Launch of "Celebrate Chinese Culture Through Your Artwork" Drawing Contest
To celebrate the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival, CPC, Emblem Health and Flushing BID are pleased to present the ”Celebrate Chinese Culture Through Your Artwork” drawing contest. The contest is open to children ages 4 to 12 years old between September 8 to October 13, 2017. Prizes include gift cards and trophies.
CPC Represents Diversity and Unity During United Nations General Assembly Events
During the 2017 United Nations General Assembly, CPC was invited to represent the diverse communities we serve through participation in two events celebrating diversity and empowerment of all for social justice - We Day UN and the International Day of Peace. Staff was invited to be a featured speaker and highlighted by various high profile figures and organizations for CPC's work in our diverse community.
Youth Visioning for a Better World
On September 18, 2017, Project Reach co-hosted a significant visioning session with Love, Hallie Foundation, a foundation created by Hallie Geier's family after her tragic passing. Over 35 adults and young people convened to talk about the vision for a venue in Times Square and online media which would work to empower other children to become engaged in social justice causes and in making a better world.
CPC Bolsters Social Services Capabilities With Technology Received From IBM
CPC has received a SafetyNet technology grant from IBM valued at $300,000 that will help improve services to the immigrant communities in New York City. CPC was one of only a handful of organizations selected in 2017 by IBM for its new SafetyNet grant program.
CPC Queens Special Needs Families Celebrate the End of Summer
On Saturday September 9, 2017, participants, families, staff and volunteers of CPC Queens Special Needs Program gathered for an outing to celebrate the end of the summer at Alley Pond Park. CPC has been a long term advocate for families with special needs by providing them with support, disseminating information, and direction to resources.
Older Workers 55+ to work, receive training, and assist local agencies serving the community
On September 1, 2017, CPC announced that it was awarded a grant of $2,100,366 from Senior Service America, Inc. The grant will provide temporary employment to at least 228 low-income older adults living in Kings, New York, and Queens Counties through the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), a major program of the Older Americans Act.
CPC Community Votes
CPC in conjunction with UNH’s Community Votes Initiative has been reminding community members and staff to Get Out the Vote! CPC staff and volunteers made over 500 phone calls reminding people to vote in this year’s primary election. Elections this year will determine: mayor, city council members, borough presidents, and district attorneys.
Community Events
Agency Wide
Asian. American. Dreamer. Rally to Support DACA Recipients
Trump Tower - 10/05/2017 5:30PM - 7:30PM
725 5th Ave. NY, NY 10022
Education & Career Services
Financial Aid Workshops for Parents (presented in Cantonese)
CPC Manhattan Community Center - 10/07/2017 10AM - 11:30AM
165 Eldridge Street NY, NY 10002
Job Training Information Sessions
- Manhattan Community Center - 10/2/17, 10/9/17, 10/16/17, 10/23/17, 10/30/17 9:30AM
165 Eldridge Street, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10012 - Queens Community Center - 10/5/17, 10/12/17, 10/19/17, 10/26/17 10AM
133-14 41st Avenue, 5th Floor Flushing, NY 11355 - Brooklyn Community Center - 10/6/17, 10/13/17, 10/20/17, 10/27/17 10AM
4101 8th Avenue, 4th Floor Brooklyn, NY 11232
