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The Quiet Revolution: The President's Faith-Based and Community Initiative: A Seven-Year Progress Report Letter From President Bush
Letter From President Bush | Executive Summary | Chapter 1 | Chapter 2 | Chapter 3 | Chapter 4 | Chapter 5 | The President's Faith-Based and Community Initiative in 50 States: A Report to the Nation's Governors
THE PRESIDENT’S FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY INITIATIVE IN 50 STATES
A Report to the Nation’s Governors
The White House, February 2008
Dear Governor:
Welcome to Washington, D.C., for the Winter Meeting of the National Governor’s Association. The NGA’s 100th Anniversary highlights the important role Governors play in leading their States forward through innovative, results-driven initiatives. One such initiative taking root in all 50 States is the Faith-Based and Community Initiative (FBCI).
For the past 7 years, the FBCI has launched a determined attack on need, addressing society’s most challenging social problems through the care and compassion offered by thousands of faith-based and grassroots organizations. Through the vision championed by President Bush, the FBCI has inspired Federal, State, and local governments to form partnerships with America’s armies of compassion as never before. This collaborative effort has produced significant changes in the way social services are delivered, with impressive results. Much of this success is due to the hard work of your State’s faith-based and community groups and to the leadership your State has taken in implementing this nationwide effort.
Thirty-five Governors from both political parties have offices or liaisons dedicated to strengthening faith-based and community organizations and extending their vital work. Together, you are addressing some of the toughest problems we face, from addiction and dropout rates to homelessness and prisoner recidivism. Even in States without their own formal office, the FBCI is tackling stubborn problems every day. Such partnerships between the Federal Government and nonprofit groups result in more people being served in communities across each State.
The attached State-by-State guide book and accompanying report entitled, The Quiet Revolution, detail the remarkable progress and diversity of each State-led action. Specifically, you will see the number of awards won by your nonprofits, the funding they received, and some of the innovative programs they are helping to advance. As you will read in Chapter 5 of The Quiet Revolution, there are many manifestations of this Initiative underway in the States.
I congratulate you on these accomplishments and pledge the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives’ continued support in helping you achieve new levels of success – whether forming a new office of faith-based and community initiatives, holding an annual conference, or launching a demonstration project to tackle your State’s most stubborn problems. Through your leadership and the good work of your faith-based and community parterns, these innovative partnerships will continue to grow in the years to come.
Sincerecly,
Jay F. Hein
Director of the Office of Faith-Based
And Community Initiatives
[AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, IA, KS, KY, LA, ME, MD, MA, MI, MN, MS, MO, MT, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NM, NY, NC, ND, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY]
ALABAMA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO ALABAMA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO ALABAMA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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ALABAMA HIGHLIGHTS
Established in 2004, the Governor’s Faith-Based and Community Initiatives Office houses both the AmeriCorps State program and the Alabama Citizen Corps program.
In response to Hurricane Katrina, the Alabama FBCI Office created the Alabama Interfaith Disaster Network which engages with and educates primarily small, often rural faith-based organizations. The Office also partners with faithbased and community organizations in its statewide disaster preparedness campaign, including the innovative Be Ready Camp, a program for sixth graders held at the US Space and Rocket Camp in Huntsville.
In 2006, 890,000 Alabama volunteers dedicated 117.3 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
ALASKA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO ALASKA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO ALASKA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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ALASKA HIGHLIGHTS
Established by Administrative Order in 2004, the Alaska Office of Faith Based and Community Initiatives is one of only four State FBCI offices to receive a Compassion Capital Fund grant.
The FBCI Office and its Council are spearheading the Faith-Inspired Foster Care and Resource Family Workgroup in an effort to develop additional resources from faith communities to better serve the children and families in the foster care system.
In 2006, 190,000 Alaska volunteers dedicated 26.6 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
ARIZONA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO ARIZONA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO ARIZONA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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ARIZONA HIGHLIGHTS
Established in 2005, the Governor’s Office of Faith Based and Community Initiatives hosts bi-annual Faith and Community Expos, topical summits on programmatic issues, and the Governor’s Annual Interfaith Prayer Breakfast.
In May 2007, Arizona hosted the first in a new series of White House FBCI Conferences designed to highlight State efforts and best practices.
In 2006, 1.12 million Arizona volunteers dedicated 182.9 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
ARKANSAS
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO ARKANSAS FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO ARKANSAS ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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ARKANSAS HIGHLIGHTS
The Arkansas Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives operates as part of the Arkansas Department of Human Services Division of Volunteerism and provides capacity-building training and technical assistance to faith-based and community organizations.
The Office engages faith-based and community organizations in a statewide emergency preparedness initiative called Connect Arkansas.
In 2006, 550,000 Arkansas volunteers dedicated 57.7 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
CALIFORNIA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO CALIFORNIA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO CALIFORNIA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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CALIFORNIA HIGHLIGHTS
The White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives hosted Los Angeles FBCI Regional Conferences in Los Angeles in 2004 and 2007, and a FBCI Regional Conference in San Diego in 2003.
In September 2006, the Department of Education held a roundtable discussion with faith-based and community leaders in Los Angeles.
In 2006, 6.47 million California volunteers dedicated 858.5 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
COLORADO
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO COLORADO FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO COLORADO ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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COLORADO HIGHLIGHTS
Funded through a grant award from the US Department of Labor, the state of Colorado established the Colorado Partnerships Initiative, a program offering training, technical assistance, and small capacity building grants to community and faith-based organizations.
The Colorado Promoting Responsible Fatherhood Community Access Program, which funds 42 programs across the State (over half of which are run by faith and community based organizations), strengthens and increases the parenting skills of fathers of at risk children through community based direct services.
In 2006, 1.14 million Colorado volunteers dedicated 122.5 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
CONNECTICUT
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO CONNECTICUT FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO CONNECTICUT ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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CONNECTICUT HIGHLIGHTS
In March 2005, the Capitol Region Conference of Churches (CRCC) was designated as the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives for Connecticut.
Connecticut’s Department of Mental Health and Addiction Service has developed a faith-based crisis network through which members from the faith community receive intensive training and network with Behavioral Health Crisis Response Teams.
In 2006, 840,000 Connecticut volunteers dedicated 113.6 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
DELAWARE
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO DELAWARE FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO DELAWARE ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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DELAWARE HIGHLIGHTS
In June 2006, the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives held a Regional Conference in Wilmington, Delaware.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development regularly conducts free grant writing workshops for faith-based and community nonprofit organizations in the Delaware region.
In 2006, 160,000 Delaware volunteers dedicated 20.9 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
FLORIDA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO FLORIDA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO FLORIDA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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FLORIDA HIGHLIGHTS
Florida’s Faith-Based and Community Initiatives Office was established in December 2002 and was codified under the Florida legislature in April 2006. The Office operates as part of the Volunteer Florida Foundation (VFF), which supports the Governor’s Commission on Volunteerism.
VFF administers the Florida Disaster Fund distributing $24 million to more than 300 faith-based and community organizations and engaging thousands of volunteers working on long-term recovery efforts throughout the State. As part of this effort, VFF has launched an innovative internet-based virtual warehouse called Neighbors to the Rescue to help volunteers connect people in need with donated goods.
In 2006, 2.62 million Florida volunteers dedicated 432.8 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
GEORGIA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO GEORGIA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO GEORGIA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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GEORGIA HIGHLIGHTS
The Georgia Faith-Based and Community Initiative liaison, based within the state Department of Human Services, Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS), engages and supports faith-based and community organizations throughout Georgia.
The Georgia FBCI Liaison partners with the Georgia Inter-Departmental Faith & Community-Based Coalition to share information about training, funding and partnership opportunities. Representatives from the Governor's Office, 20 State agencies, 13 faith-based and community organizations, and five Federal agencies serve on the Coalition which has been active since 2005.
In 2006, 1.54 million Georgia volunteers dedicated 192.1 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
HAWAII
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO HAWAII FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO HAWAII ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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HAWAII HIGHLIGHTS
Hawaii’s Faith-Based and Community Liaison is located within the Hawaii Office of Community Services and provides capacity-building and technical assistance resources to local faith-based and community organizations.
The Hawaii FBCI Office engages faith-based and community organizations in a number of innovative partnerships to reduce homelessness, including the H-5 program, which converts buses into mobile shelters deployed to areas where homeless people gather.
In 2006, 240,000 Hawaii volunteers dedicated 39.6 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
IDAHO
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO IDAHO FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO IDAHO ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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IDAHO HIGHLIGHTS
In 2003, the State of Idaho appointed a liaison to serve faith-based and community organizations throughout Idaho.
Idaho participated in the Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) Rural Domestic Violence and Child Victimization Grant Program to reduce domestic violence and increase services for victims in rural areas. This pilot program provided funding to Idaho nonprofits who served as intermediaries between OVW and small community and faith-based programs nationwide.
In 2006, 390,000 Idaho volunteers dedicated 62.9 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
ILLINOIS
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO ILLINOIS FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO ILLINOIS ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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ILLINOIS HIGHLIGHTS
The State of Illinois sponsors a Faith-Based Emergency Preparedness Initiative uniting the State Department of Public Health with 60 ministers throughout the State to enhance preparedness against major emergencies.
Between 2003 and 2006, there were six Department of Housing and Urban Development grant writing trainings throughout the State, and six Department of Education workshops.
In 2006, 2.75 million Illinois volunteers dedicated 311.1 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
INDIANA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO INDIANA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO INDIANA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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INDIANA HIGHLIGHTS
Established by the Governor in 2005, the Indiana Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives administers the State AmeriCorps program and houses the Indiana Commission on Community Service and Volunteerism (ICCSV), as well as the Indiana Faith-based Advisory Council (IFBAC).
In 2008, the Indiana FBCI opened a U.S. Dream Academy at the John Marshall Middle School in Indianapolis to provide mentors to students with incarcerated parents. The volunteer mentors were drawn from local faith-based and community organizations.
In 2006, 1.52 million Indiana volunteers dedicated 242.8 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
IOWA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO IOWA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO IOWA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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IOWA HIGHLIGHTS
The State-appointed Faith-Based and Community Initiative Liaison also serves as the Director of the Larned A. Waterman Iowa Nonprofit Resource.
The Department of Housing & Urban Development regularly conduct free grant writing workshops in the Iowa region. Cities participating in past workshops include Sioux City, Council Bluffs, and Des Moines.
In 2006, 850,000 Iowa volunteers dedicated 91.2 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
KANSAS
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO KANSAS FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO KANSAS ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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KANSAS HIGHLIGHTS
Established in 2003, the Kansas Faith-Based and Community Initiative Liaison provides resources, training, and networking opportunities for community and faith-based nonprofits throughout Kansas.
Kansas nonprofits regularly participate in training events hosted by FBCI Centers within the Federal agencies, including free grant writing workshops, roundtable discussions, and regional conferences.
In 2006, 760,000 Kansas volunteers dedicated 92.6 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
KENTUCKY
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO KENTUCKY FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO KENTUCKY ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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KENTUCKY HIGHLIGHTS
With support from the Kentucky legislature, the Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives opened in Fall 2005.
In September 2007, Kentucky hosted a summit on Faith-Based and Community Initiatives Summit. The Summit provided an opportunity for faith-based and community organizations to learn about the Initiative, gain resources, and participate in workshops on topics such as grant writing, legal information, and local networking opportunities. .
In 2006, 930,000 Kentucky volunteers dedicated 104.1 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
LOUISIANA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO LOUISIANA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO LOUISIANA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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LOUISIANA HIGHLIGHTS
The state of Louisiana actively partners with community and faith-based organizations through the Governor’s Office of Community Programs.
Louisiana nonprofits access training and resources through regular training workshops conducted by Federal Agency FBCI Centers, including the US Department of Housing and Urban Development and US Department of Education.
In 2006, 590,000 Louisiana volunteers dedicated 44.8 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
MAINE
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO MAINE FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO MAINE ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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MAINE HIGHLIGHTS
Faith-based and community organizations have successfully competed for Federal grants offered through the Departments of Housing and Urban Development, Justice, and Health and Human Services.
Between 2003 and 2006, there were two Department of Housing and Urban Development grant writing trainings in Augusta and one in Portland.
In 2006 alone, 350,000 Maine volunteers dedicated 42.4 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
MARYLAND
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO MARYLAND FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO MARYLAND ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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MARYLAND HIGHLIGHTS
The Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives was formally established by Executive Order in October 2004.
The Office of Community Initiatives houses the following entities: the Office of Asian-Pacific American Affairs; the Governor's Commission on Asian-Pacific American Affairs; the Governor's Commission on Hispanic Affairs; the Governor's Office on Service and Volunteerism, the Governor’s Commission on Service and Volunteerism, and Volunteer Maryland (an AmeriCorps program of the Governor’s Office).
In 2006, 1.19 million Maryland volunteers dedicated 166.5 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
MASSACHUSETTS
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO MASSACHUSETTS FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO MASSACHUSETTS ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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MASSACHUSETTS HIGHLIGHTS
Massachusetts faith and community nonprofits gain resources and training through periodic regional workshops focusing on a wide range of topics including grant writing information, capacity building, and legal information. These trainings are sponsored by Federal agencies, including the US Departments of Housing and Urban Development, Labor, and Education.
The White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives held a Regional Conference in Boston in 2004. The event was followed by a Department of Labor capacity building conference.
In 2006, 1.43 million Massachusetts volunteers dedicated 143.8 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
MICHIGAN
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO MICHIGAN FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO MICHIGAN ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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MICHIGAN HIGHLIGHTS
The Governor’s Office of Community and Faith-Based Initiatives was formally established by Executive Order in March 2005.
The Office works in partnership with the Michigan Prisoner Reentry Initiative (MPRI) to engage faith-based and community organizations giving recently released prisoners the services and support necessary to successfully transition back into their communities, cutting the rates of crime and recidivism.
In 2006 alone, 2.43 million Michigan volunteers dedicated 328.7 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
MINNESOTA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO MINNESOTA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO MINNESOTA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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MINNESOTA HIGHLIGHTS
The Minnesota Governor’s Council on Faith and Community Service Initiatives was established by Executive Order in 2005.
The Council is an active participant in the Governor’s “Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Program” to support the reintegration of deployed and returning veterans and military members and leads an expanded effort called Minnesota Families United to support their family members.
In 2006 alone, 1.59 million Minnesota volunteers dedicated 155.8 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
MISSISSIPPI
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO MISSISSIPPI FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO MISSISSIPPI ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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MISSISSIPPI HIGHLIGHTS
In January 2006, a Faith-Based and Community Initiatives Liaison was designated to serve within the Governor’s Office.
The Department of Housing and Urban Development held two grant writing trainings in Jackson in 2004, and one in Canton in 2006.
In 2006 alone, 490,000 Mississippi volunteers dedicated 55.8 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
MISSOURI
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO MISSOURI FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO MISSOURI ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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MISSOURI HIGHLIGHTS
In 2007, the Missouri Governor signed the Faith-Based Organization Liaison Act and implemented the Faith-Based Missouri Initiative to increase cooperation between State government and faith and community-based groups providing social services to Missourians in need.
The White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives held a Regional Conference in St. Louis in 2004 and in Kansas City in 2006. The 2004 event was followed by a Department Of Labor capacity building conference.
In 2006 alone, 1.36 million Missouri volunteers dedicated 187.4 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
MONTANA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO MONTANA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO MONTANA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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MONTANA HIGHLIGHTS
In 2004, the Department of Housing and Urban Development held two grant writing trainings in Helena and Billings. In 2006, the Department held two in Anaconda and Billings.
Montana participated in the Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) Rural Domestic Violence and Child Victimization Grant Program to reduce domestic violence and increase services for victims in rural areas. This pilot program provided funding to Montana nonprofits who served as intermediaries between OVW and small community and faith-based programs nationwide.
In 2006 alone, 290,000 Montana volunteers dedicated 37.9 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
NEBRASKA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO NEBRASKA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO NEBRASKA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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NEBRASKA HIGHLIGHTS
The Department of Housing and Urban Development held a grant writing training in Omaha in 2004.
President Bush visited the Juan Diego Center in Omaha in June 2006 to discuss comprehensive immigration reform.
In 2006 alone, 550,000 Nebraska volunteers dedicated 67.5 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
NEVADA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO NEVADA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO NEVADA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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NEVADA HIGHLIGHTS
Nevada faith-based and community organizations benefit from regular training opportunities available through Federal Agency FBCI Centers, including hands-on workshops offered through the Small Business Administration.
The White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives held a Regional Conference in Las Vegas in June 2006.
In 2006, 320,000 Nevada volunteers dedicated 42.4 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO NEW HAMPSHIRE FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO NEW HAMPSHIRE ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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NEW HAMPSHIRE HIGHLIGHTS
The Commissioner of the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services established a Faith-Based and Community Initiative in 2007.
There were two Housing and Urban Development grant writing trainings held in Manchester in 2004 and one in 2005. A grant writing training was held in Plymouth in 2006.
In 2006 alone, 330,000 New Hampshire volunteers dedicated 41.1 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
NEW JERSEY
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO NEW JERSEY FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO NEW JERSEY ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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NEW JERSEY HIGHLIGHTS
The New Jersey Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives was established within the Department of State in 2002. The Office has a budget of $2.5 million in State revenue and $1.5 million from New Jersey’s TANF block grant.
The Office funded Project ATLAS (Applied Training Lasting Solutions), a program designed to enhance the capacity of faith and community based organizations that are planning to or are currently implementing substance abuse recovery support services and/or treatment services.
In 2006, 1.56 million New Jersey volunteers dedicated 224.2 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
NEW MEXICO
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO NEW MEXICO FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO NEW MEXICO ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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NEW MEXICO HIGHLIGHTS
The New Mexico Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives was established in 2005 and has developed a database of more than 1600 FBCOs, presented “Accessing Federal Funds” training to 340 FBCOs, and directly supported 70 FBCOs with capacity-building services to assist them with applications for Federal funding. The Office partners with the United Way of Central New Mexico’s Center for Non-Profit Excellence to provide information and resources through shared e-mail lists.
The Office leads the New Mexico Task Force to End Hunger which is a coalition of 26 public and private sector entities. The Task Force’s 2007 Summer Food Pilot Program engaged a large number of FBCOs and included an effective intergenerational program component which has become an important part of New Mexico’s plan to increase the civic engagement of older adults.
In 2006, 370,000 New Mexico volunteers dedicated 45 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
NEW YORK
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO NEW YORK FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO NEW YORK ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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NEW YORK HIGHLIGHTS
Between 2004 and 2006, the Department of Housing and Urban Development held 24 grant writing workshops throughout the State. Between 2003 and 2007, the Department of Education held six workshops.
New York FBCOs participated in over 300 capacity building workshops conducted by the Small Business Administration. These workshops provide business management resources and training for nonprofits.
In 2006, 2.78 million New York volunteers dedicated 380.5 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
NORTH CAROLINA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO NORTH CAROLINA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO NORTH CAROLINA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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NORTH CAROLINA HIGHLIGHTS
In 2005, a Faith-Based and Community Initiatives Liaison was appointed within the Governor’s Office.
Between 2004 and 2006, there were five Department of Housing and Urban Development grant writing trainings throughout the State. In 2002, there was a Department of Education workshop in Salisbury, and in 2006 there was one in Durham.
In 2006 alone, 1.73 million North Carolina volunteers dedicated 206.4 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
NORTH DAKOTA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO NORTH DAKOTA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO NORTH DAKOTA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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NORTH DAKOTA HIGHLIGHTS
The Governor's Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives was created by legislation in 2005. In 2007, the Office was transferred to the Department of Commerce which also administers the State's Commission of National and Community Service.
Between 2004 and 20006, the Department of Housing and Urban Development held four grant writing workshops throughout the State.
In 2006 alone, 180,000 North Dakota volunteers dedicated 14.5 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
OHIO
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO OHIO FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO OHIO ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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OHIO HIGHLIGHTS
The Ohio Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives was established in 2003 by the Ohio General Assembly and became the first such office to receive a Federal Compassion Capital Fund Demonstration Grant in 2004. The grant allowed the Office and its partners to provide capacity-building training and technical assistance to more than 2,000 FBCOs and distribute $1 million in capacity-building mini-grants.
The Office invests more $11 million per year of State TANF to support the Strengthening Families Initiative, administers a five-year HHS grant awarded in 2006 for the African-American Healthy Marriage Initiative, and oversees the Ohio Benefit Bank which assists low-income families receiving tax credits and other government benefits like food stamps, health insurance, child care subsidies, and home energy assistance.
In 2006, 2.69 million Ohio volunteers dedicated 333.8 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
OKLAHOMA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO OKLAHOMA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO OKLAHOMA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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OKLAHOMA HIGHLIGHTS
The Oklahoma Office of Faith-Based Liaison was established in July 2000, but in 2002 the name was changed to the Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives. The Office is funded by TANF and is facilitated through the Oklahoma Department of Human Services.
In May 2005, the Office helped create the “Oklahoma Partnership for Successful Reentry”, a statewide coalition of reentry service providers. The Partnership has since acquired status as a 501(c) (3) organization and the OFBCI project manager serves on its executive committee. The Partnership held one conference which was co-sponsored by the OFBCI and the Department of Corrections and is beginning a series of quarterly educational forums for reentry service providers in Oklahoma.
In 2006, 800,000 Oklahoma volunteers dedicated 110.3 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
OREGON
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO OREGON FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO OREGON ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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OREGON HIGHLIGHTS
In 2004, the Department of Housing & Urban Development held grant writing workshops in Eugene, Salem, and Portland.
Oregon FBCOs participated in 62 capacity building workshops conducted by the Small Business Administration. These workshops provide business management resources and training for nonprofits.
In 2006, 940,000 Oregon volunteers dedicated 136.5 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
PENNSYLVANIA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO PENNSYLVANIA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO PENNSYLVANIA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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PENNSYLVANIA HIGHLIGHTS
The Department of Housing & Urban Development held 19 grant writing workshops between January 2004 and October 2006.
The Philadelphia Mayor’s Office of Faith Based Initiatives, as well as other aspects of government such as the local workforce system, have cultivated networks of community- and faith-based nonprofits to collaboratively engage some of the city’s most pressing needs, ranging from unemployment and at-risk youth to prisoner reentry.
In 2006, 2.69 million Pennsylvania volunteers dedicated 350.2 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007.
RHODE ISLAND
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO RHODE ISLAND FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO RHODE ISLAND ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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RHODE ISLAND HIGHLIGHTS
Three Department of Housing & Urban Development grant writing trainings were held in Providence between 2004 and 2006.
Twelve Faith-Based and Community Initiative Meetings were held with the Small Business Administration.
In 2006, 200,000 Rhode Island volunteers dedicated 22.7 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO SOUTH CAROLINA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO SOUTH CAROLINA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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SOUTH CAROLINA HIGHLIGHTS
The Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives was established in March 2005.
The Department of Justice and Sullivan's Island, SC were involved in HALOS (Helping and Lending Outreach Support), a public/private partnership that provides much needed resources and services to abused and neglected victims served by the Charleston County Department of Social Services.
In 2006, 950,000 South Carolina volunteers dedicated 127.1 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
SOUTH DAKOTA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO SOUTH DAKOTA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO SOUTH DAKOTA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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SOUTH DAKOTA HIGHLIGHTS
The Department of Housing & Urban Development held grant writing trainings in Aberdeen, Rapid City, and Sioux Falls between 2004 and 2005.
The Small Business Administration held 11 capacity building workshops for faith-based and community organizations throughout the State.
In 2006, 210,000 South Dakota volunteers dedicated 24.5 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
TENNESSEE
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO TENNESSEE FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO TENNESSEE ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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TENNESSEE HIGHLIGHTS
The Department of Housing & Urban Development held 14 grant writing trainings throughout the State between 2004 and 2006.
In October 2003, the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives held a Regional Conference in Memphis. It was followed by a US Department of Labor capacity building conference.
In 2006, 1.17 million Tennessee volunteers dedicated 172.4 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
TEXAS
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO TEXAS FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO TEXAS ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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TEXAS HIGHLIGHTS
The OneStar Foundation was established by Executive Order in 2003 as a nonprofit entity to manage the Governor’s Faith-Based and Community Initiative, the Governor’s Mentoring Initiative and the Texas Commission on Volunteerism.
OneStar received a CCF Demonstration Grant in 2005 to build the capacity of FBCOs in four urban counties and then expanded the effort, in partnership with the Texas Workforce Commission, to implement a capacity building project in three rural regions of the State. These two projects allowed OneStar to strengthen 37 diverse FBCOs with more than 1,000 staff and volunteers.
In 2006, 4.58 million Texas volunteers dedicated 609.4 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
UTAH
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO UTAH FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO UTAH ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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UTAH HIGHLIGHTS
The Utah Office of Faith Based and Community Initiatives was established by Executive Order in 2006 within the Utah Department of Housing and Community Development. Utah’s Commission on Volunteerism is located in the same State agency and the two entities work closely together.
The Office has developed a comprehensive resource bulletin with a tailored capacity building presentation for Citizen Corps and a number of local police and fire departments to equip volunteers and to fund projects.
In 2006, 790,000 Utah volunteers dedicated 145.8 million hours of service according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
VERMONT
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO VERMONT FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO VERMONT ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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VERMONT HIGHLIGHTS
Between 2004 and 2006, the Department of Housing & Urban Development held three grant writing trainings in Burlington.
The City of Burlington has a Faith-Based and Community Initiatives Liaison.
In 2006, 180,000 Vermont volunteers dedicated 21.7 million hours of service according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
VIRGINIA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO VIRGINIA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO VIRGINIA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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VIRGINIA HIGHLIGHTS
The Virginia Faith-Based and Community Initiative began in 1999, after a task force established by the Virginia General Assembly enacted a resolution outlining the responsibility of the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) to facilitate collaboration and partnerships among public agencies and faith-based and community organizations. These responsibilities were established in law by the General Assembly and Governor in 2002.
The Virginia FBCI program is actively engaged in the Strengthening Families Initiative, the Virginia Mentoring Initiative, and has been an active partner in the Virginia Prisoner Reentry Pilot Programs engaging FBCOs in family to family mentoring and workforce development activities to assist former prisoners and their families with successful reentry into the community.
In 2006, 1.68 million Virginia volunteers dedicated 243 million hours of service according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
WASHINGTON
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO WASHINGTON FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO WASHINGTON ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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WASHINGTON HIGHLIGHTS
The Governor’s Office appointed a Faith-Based and Community Initiatives Liaison in February 2006.
In January 2007, the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives held a Regional Conference in Seattle.
In 2006, 1.66 million Washington volunteers dedicated 265.8 million hours of service according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
WEST VIRGINIA
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO WEST VIRGINIA FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO WEST VIRGINIA ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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WEST VIRGINIA HIGHLIGHTS
Between 2004 and 2006, the Department of Housing & Urban Development held four grant writing trainings in Charleston.
In 2002, the White House Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives held a roundtable discussion in Charleston. The event was hosted by the Church in the City.
In 2006, 380,000 West Virginia volunteers dedicated 71.5 million hours of service according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
WISCONSIN
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO WISCONSIN FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO WISCONSIN ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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WISCONSIN HIGHLIGHTS
In June 2006, Governor Jim Doyle established the Wisconsin Office of Community and Faith-Based Partnerships by Executive Order.
The Office has an extensive website offering information on State and Federal resources, including links to each Federal FBCI Agency Center, as well as online training and grant opportunities.
In 2006, 1.53 million Wisconsin volunteers dedicated 171 million hours of service according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
WYOMING
Faith-Based and Community Initiative Activities
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FEDERAL GRANT AWARDS TO WYOMING FAITH-BASED AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS (2005-2006) [Blue stars]:
INCLUDED IN FEDERAL GRANTS TO WYOMING ARE AWARDS TO FUND PRESIDENTIAL INITIATIVES [Yellow stars]:
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WYOMING HIGHLIGHTS
The Governor’s Office appointed a Faith-Based and Community Initiatives Liaison in March 2003.
Wyoming participated in the Department of Justice’s Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) Rural Domestic Violence and Child Victimization Grant Program to reduce domestic violence and increase services for victims in rural areas. This pilot program provided funding to Wyoming nonprofits who served as intermediaries between OVW and small community and faith-based programs nationwide.
In 2006, 140,000 Wyoming volunteers dedicated 16.7 million hours of service, according to the Corporation for National and Community Service Volunteering in America 2007 report.
