Fw: Shawn Carter Scholarship for youth ages 18-25 interested in trade or vocational schools- deadline May 31st...pass it along

Having trouble viewing this email? Click here Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation Deadline May 31, 2013     Applications are being accepted for the Shawn Carter Scholarship.  Qualified applicants must be a high school senior, college student, and/or between the ages of 18-25, pursuing studies at a vocational or trade school.    All applicants must be a US Citizen and complete the on-line application no later than May 31, 2013.  The Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation is unique in that it offers scholarships to single mothers, children who attend alternative schools, students who have earned a GED, students with grade point averages of 2.0 and students who have previously been incarcerated, etc. but desire a higher educational opportunity.    The Foundation offers scholarship opportunities to any under-served student across the United States who desires a higher education. One of the key questions asked by the Foundation when students apply for a scholarship is: What are your plans to give back to the community?     Click on this link to apply: http://www.shawncartersf.com/apply/       MISSION The mission of the Shawn Carter Foundation is to help individuals facing socio-economic hardships further their education at institutions of higher learning.   HISTORY The Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation was conceived of in 2002 and officially established as a 501(c)3 public charity in 2003 by Shawn & Gloria Carter.With an original vision and mission to help individuals facing socio-economic hardships further their education at institutions of higher learning, Shawn and Gloria Carter kicked off the Foundation's efforts by awarding one student with full college tuition in 2002. In 2003, the Foundation provided 50 scholarships to students in 50 different states. Since 2004 the Foundation has provided scholarships to a growing number of students from across the nation. In 2005, in addition to providing scholarship awards, the Foundation launched the Shawn Carter Scholarship Foundation College Tours. Since the Foundation's inception, over 750 students have received awards totaling over $1.3 million dollars. The Foundation is currently on the precipice of growth and is reviewing its current grant-making priorities as it plans for expansion as the Shawn Carter Foundation.    http://www.shawncartersf.com/   New York Youth Chamber of Commerce coming soon to a community near you Ardis Penny, Founder and CEO YoungMissCEOs, Inc                   Forward this email YoungMissCEOs, Inc | 145 West 135th Street | New York | NY | 10030

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Fw: Hatewatch Headlines for April 25, 2013

Hatewatch is a weekly summary of the latest news about hate and extremism compiled by the Southern Poverty Law Center. Week of April 25, 2013 Hatewatch Blog Howard Phillips, Architect of the Religious Right, is Dead In Wake of ID of Boston Bombers, a Look at Jihadist Terror Hatewatch Headlines MD Riding Along With a Towson University Student's 'White Patrol' The Daily Beast | Apr. 24, 2013 CA Sheriff's Official Apologizes to Sonoma Family Over Attack on Gay Teen Press Democrat | Apr. 24, 2013 NY Reported Hate Crime Linked to Boston Marathon Bombing Investigated GantDaily.com | Apr. 18, 2013 NY Bangladeshi Man Beaten in Bias Attack Hours After Boston Bombing Metro.US | Apr. 18, 2013 Opt Out 400 Washington Ave. Montgomery, AL 36104 SPLC supporters like you make the Hatewatch newsletter possible.  Follow Hatewatch on Twitter.  Become our fan on Facebook. Contact SPLC. 400 Washington Ave. Montgomery, AL 36104

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Fw: [SOA~2013] Restitution for Blacks in America - April 2013

We are ready to carry the document attached to United States Congress on Friday, April 26, 2013, at 2:00pm Eastern Time,  1:00pm Central Time,  12:00pm Mountain Time,  and 11:00am Pacific Time.  If you have any questions about who or where your local congressional leader is located, please click on this following link: http://house.gov/representatives/. Go to your state and look for your district, or you can put your zip code in the upper right hand corner of this webpage: http://www.house.gov/representatives/. Forward this document far and wide for others to have the opportunity to participate and be an active part of history. Post on Facebook, Twitter, and all other social networks.  Also, we ask that you mail a copy directly to President Barack Obama: President Barack Obama The White House 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20500 When you have completed this task of delivering the attached document directly to your local Representative, please email "Done," the name of the Representative you delivered a copy of this document to, and your zip code or district to the following email address: committeetocollect@gmail.com We will commit to do this the fourth Friday of every month until Restitution for Blacks in America is a topic of discussion on Capital Hill, and a Bill that is signed into law. Your participation in creating a better society and opportunities for America is necessary and appreciated. Signed,  These Leading Organizations and Separate Affiliations to this Motion, Committee To Collect; NCOBRA; We the People U.S. Citizens; and Juneteenth Movement __._,_.___     __,_._,___

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Fw: Hatewatch Headlines for April 18, 2013

Hatewatch is a weekly summary of the latest news about hate and extremism compiled by the Southern Poverty Law Center. Week of April 18, 2013 Hatewatch Blog Extremists Blame Favorite Bogeymen for Boston Bombings Judge Sentences Mosque Arsonist, Likens Crime to Boston Bombings White Supremacists Arrested in Tennessee Murder of Fellow Racist Hatewatch Headlines ID Idaho Man Arrested in Suspected Hate-Crime Attack Associated Press | Apr. 17, 2013 NY Pandemonium on Subway After Cops Arrest Teen for Alleged Hate Crime Gothamist | Apr. 17, 2013 NY Second Hate Crime Targets Kews Gardens Hills Mosque Times Ledger | Apr. 16, 2013 CA Hate Crime Assailants Get 15 Years in Santa Rosa Stabbing Healdsburg Patch | Apr. 12, 2013 Opt Out 400 Washington Ave. Montgomery, AL 36104 SPLC supporters like you make the Hatewatch newsletter possible.  Follow Hatewatch on Twitter.  Become our fan on Facebook. Contact SPLC. 400 Washington Ave. Montgomery, AL 36104

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The 2013 Bronx Holistic Healing and Wellness Day

Sunkofa Cafe and Juice Bar www.facebook.com/Sunkofa-Gift-shop 1789 Southern Blvd (@ Boston Road & 174th Street) Bronx, NY 10460 Presents their 2nd Annual Whole Health Event The 2013 Bronx Holistic Healing and Wellness Day Saturday May 18, 2013      11am to 7pm *Gifts from Earth: Naturopathic, Herbology & Homeopathy* * *Creating a Healing Kitchen; Food As Your Pharmacy* * *Acupuncture and The Body's Energy System* * *Prosperity Consciousness & Abundance; It's Not Just About Money* * *Iridology: How Your Eyes Are The Windows Into Your Health* * *The Inner Child: Emotional Healing with Yhandi Inner Light* * *Shamanism: Ancient Tools for Healing Yourself Today* * *Yoga – Stillness and Movement* * *Tapping the Issues in Your Tissues: Emotional Freedom Technique*   FEATURED SPEAKERS "All This Shift Going On: Preparing for a Changing World" with Rose Whaley * "We Are All Neo; The Healing Energy Cornucopia In You" with Peter Goldbeck   PANEL DISCUSSION  "Envision Your Transformation: Steps On The Journey"  *** Healing Pavillion (fee for services)*** Massage, Foot Reflexology, Intuitive Readings, Iridology, Crystals, Reiki, and more **ADMISSION: Free Will Offering** For info - 347 590 2394 / 646 259 5990   bronxholistichealing@gmail.com © 2013 Open Your Life! Inc.   Open_your_life@yahoo.com

Fw: Notify NYC - Silver Alert

Silver Alert issued on 4/11/13 at 3:00 PM.  NYPD has issued a Silver Alert for Altagracia Guzman, female, Hispanic, age 80.  She was last seen in the vicinity of West 151st Street and Broadway in Manhattan on 4/10/13 at 6:45 PM.  Ms. Guzman is described as being 5'3", 120 lbs., with grey hair and brown eyes.  She suffers from Alzheimer's and diabetes.  A photo is attached; if this person is seen, please call 911.   The sender included the following attachment: https://phx-attachments.sendwordnow.com/Attachments.aspx?token=d1543670-1d7a-42be-b1b9-f7833e637449   The sender provided the following contact information.    Sender's Name: Notify NYC    Sender's Email: notifynyc@oem.nyc.gov    Sender's Contact Phone: 2126399675

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Cuomo vetoed more than 200 items in the state budget yesterday, but allowed a $6,000 proposal to pay for the burial of 15 slaves whose remains sit on a shelf in a state museum, despite vetoing an appropriation of the same amount last year, the Times-Union reports: http://bit.ly/10Vpf5q

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Fw: How to Stop Unsolicited Mail, Phone Calls, and E-mail

Is your mailbox full of junk mail? Are you tired of telemarketers? Are you sick of spam e-mails?  The good news is that Federal Trade Commission's guide to Stopping Unsolicited Mail, Phone Calls, and E-mail can help you opt out of them. Follow these steps to reduce offers from marketers.   If you have questions, contact us. Stay Connected to USA.GOV: Facebook  Twitter  YouTube  Our Blog This email was sent to narmer@gmail.com from: USA.gov • General Services Administration • OCSIT • 1275 First Street NE • Washington DC 20417 • (800) 333-4636.

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Fw: Health Department Launches Ad Campaign Encouraging Consumers to Purchase Lower Sodium Packaged Food

Health E-News April 1, 2013 Health Department Launches Ad Campaign Encouraging Consumers to Purchase Lower Sodium Packaged Food Nearly 90 percent of Americans consume too much sodium, much of which comes from packaged foods The Health Department launched a new ad campaign today encouraging consumers to compare nutrition labels and choose products with less sodium. The ads, running in subway cars, highlight the large range of sodium in packaged foods and encourage consumers to "Compare Labels. Choose Less Sodium." The ads will run through the month of April. Learn more Health Bulletin: Choose Less Sodium (PDF) Follow us on Twitter To sign up for more e-mail updates, or to unsubscribe from this list, simply go to www.nyc.gov/health/email and select the Health Department updates you'd like to receive. Comment on this news service Please do not reply to this message.