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MT LegUp 5.27.11

Manes and Tails, NARHA, Special, Granting and Opportunities (lots), Animal

NARHA MEETING SUCCESS News Release BDN

Manes and Tails is glad to announce that NARHA (North American Riding for the Handicapped Assoc.) has had the first ever State meeting in Aroostook County, which took place in Monticello on May 21, 2011. This is a milestone in MT's history as the organization's goals have been to increase and improve equine assisted activities in Aroostook over the past 7 years. MT's first grant from Maine Communities Foundation in 2004 assisted three county people to become certified instructors through NARHA who eventually established a center called Aroostook Horse and Pony Associates ( APHA) in Monticello. The NARHA Meeting was co-hosted by APHA and MT, and presided by State Chair Nichole Sargent.

After a delicious pot luck lunch and networking, Nichole displayed a map of Maine with NARHA memberships and centers available for services. She then engaged participants in an ice breaker game and horse related activities. Nichole has extensive background in Equine Assisted Activities, Community Support Programs and Shared Living Models, along with much experience with DHHS. She also shared about the highly anticipated on-site Equine Specialist Certification for Instructors and the 'fast tract' option: news that NARHA will be coming out with a new name in Fall 2011 which encompasses more of what NARHA is supporting including many Equine Assisted fields, Vaulting, Driving, Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning and many other programs.

The NARHA National Conference and Annual Meeting will take place in Kentucky this fall. Nichole encouraged nominations for Instructor, Horse and Volunteer of the year (see NARHA web site for more nomination information and forms) The Region Representative Nomination for Region 1 is open too. The NARHA website is a great resource with a wide variety of information available to members (NARHA.org) especially the 'list serve' and the Region 1 Site. The 'Rein Them In' Contest is NARHA's way to encourage current memebers to promote the industry and get new membership More info also available on the site.

NARHA Region 1 Members should take advantage of Facilitator Scholarships brought to you by NESAR!!! Information concerning Scholarships can aslo be accessed on the NARHA Region 1 website. Nichole hosts the Maine Equine Activities Page on Facebook, which has updates, trainings or State Meetings. For more information contact Nichole with questions at [email protected]

PLEASE!! WE NEED LOTS OF SUPPORT ON THE SCHOLARSHIP FUND RAISER!!!! WE HAVE WORKED HARD TO SUPPORT SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILIES ALL OVER AROOSTOOK FOR YEARS AND NOW WE NEED EVERYONE'S HELP TO CONTINUE. SEE INFO AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS EMAIL HOW YOU CAN HELP AND POSSIBLE WIN $100 CASH AS WELL.

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thanks Karen:

ALPHA ONE: Lori Fecteau, who is the Program Coordinator in Falmouth. She said that the MS Society has some money left over to give away, and that they might be open to giving more than the typical $300, since they are approaching year-end.

Lori did say that consumer's should call her directly to inquire....781-7960, [email protected]

Thanks,Joyce Kennedy, MOTS Alpha One - Occupational Therapist Student 800.640.7200 (v/tty) http://www.alphaonenow.com

Please email above for brochure!

Maine Summer Skiing Program (adaptive) Fishing too! contact : Liz [email protected]

Thanks G: SAMHSA Releases School Toolkit for Suicide Prevention

The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's Suicide Prevention Research Center has released, "After a Suicide: A Toolkit for Schools." The toolkit describes common warning signs and causes of suicide, provides best practices on suicide prevention in schools, and provides information about how a school should respond when a suicide has occurred. Topics include crisis response, helping students cope, working with the community, social media, bringing in outside help, and more. The toolkit is free and available online. http://www.sprc.org/library/AfteraSuicideToolkitforSchools.pdf

Finical Guidance: planning, business operating etc Women Work and Community, not just for women!

Contact: Erica Quin-Easter Phone: (207) 764-0050 Email: [email protected]

CVS Caremark Charitable Trust Accepting Grant Applications for Programs Serving Children With Disabilities

Grants of up to $50,000 will be awarded to organizations working to increase opportunities for success for children under the age of 21 with disabilities as well as to improve the overall quality of health and well-being in underserved communities....

Deadline: June 15, 2011 and August 15, 2011

Posted: May 5, 2011 http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=338900020

CVS Caremark Community Grants Program Offers Support for Organizations Serving Children With Disabilities and the Uninsured

Grants of up to $5,000 will be awarded to nonprofits and public schools in states with CVS/pharmacy stores that are working to help youth with disabilities lead full and independent lives or to help the uninsured receive quality health care....

Deadline: October 31, 2011

Posted: May 12, 2011 http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=339500038

Planet Dog Foundation Announces Fall 2011 Grantmaking Cycle for Service Dog Programs

Grants of up to $7,500 will be awarded to U.S. nonprofits that are members of Assistance Dogs International and are working to train, place, and support service dogs; the foundation is not accepting proposals for its spring grant cycle....

Deadline: August 12, 2011 (Letter of Intent)

Posted: May 12, 2011 http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=339500035

Nellie Mae Education Foundation Announces $1 Million in Grants

The grants will enable the recipients to implement proficiency-based pathways that allow students to progress toward their education goals based on mastery rather than a required number of hours spent in the classroom.... http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/news/story.jhtml?id=340300004

Department of Education Announces $500 Million 'Early Learning Challenge'

Administered jointly by the U.S. Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services, the challenge will encourage states that apply to increase access to quality early-learning programs among low income and disadvantaged children....

http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/news/story.jhtml?id=340600015

Best Buy Children's Foundation Offers Funding for Nonprofits Serving Young Teens

Grants of up to $10,000 will be awarded to nonprofits serving a diverse population of young teens in the areas of learning, life skills, and leadership; awardees must be located within Best Buy market areas and will be selected by Best Buy employees....

Deadline: August 1, 2011

Posted: May 27, 2011 http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/rfp_item.jhtml?id=340700050

Paws for the Cause benefit walk for Central Aroostook Humane Society, June 18, Rabies Clinic 10$ ea available also FMI Central Aroostook Humane Society at 764-3441 [email protected]

FREE ADULT CATS: Halfway Home Pet Rescue is full of happy, healthy, beautiful adult cats who have been spayed/neutered, leukemia/AIDS tested, distemper/rabies shots, wormed & Revolution treated (30 day parasite treatment). These cats have about $200 dollars of medical care done and are FREE to good homes. This is our way of making room for additional cats who need immediate medical care. If your home has room for a permanent, loving companion, please call Norma @ 492-1722. Must 3 provide references of responsible care. [email protected]

Win Cash Helping Others Manes and Tails Scholarship Fund Club 'Fun Raiser'

Manes and Tails is an all-volunteer 501c3 non-profit which supports Equine Assisted Programs for Children and Families with Special Needs throughout Aroostook County Maine. The Scholarship Fund helps Participants to engage in programs of their choice and also assists in Facilitator Training.

CLICK THE SCHOLARSHIP FUND CLUB LINK ON THE NAVIGATION BAR FOR THE APPLICATION AND MORE INFORMATION!