Employee Retention Tax Credit for Nonprofits - Did you know your nonprofit may be missing out on a check from the U.S. Treasury totaling up to $26,000 PER EMPLOYEE under the Employee Retention Credit (ERC)? 501(c)3 organizations are overlooking ERC for three main reasons (1)This is the FIRST TAX CREDIT AVAILABLE TO NONPROFITS in U.S. history (2) Nonprofits mistakenly think that if they received PPP they're not eligible for ERC, and (3) Charities sometimes lack the human resources and expertise they need to explore eligibility. Don’t miss out on the ERC: VISIT HERE to schedule a 15-minute consultation with a Taxcred Client Advisor today!

Advocacy Capacity Assessment - GPNP has developed the Advocacy Capacity Assessment to establish a baseline for policy and advocacy work taking place by nonprofits throughout SWPA. We then plan to build collective capacity through empowering nonprofit professionals as the subject matter experts on the needs of their communities. Please take 8 min to respond here or email emily@forbesfunds.org if you have any questions or would like additional info.

LET US HEAR FROM YOU! - As part of its capacity-building goals, The Forbes Funds is collecting information on nonprofit financial allocations, specifically in relation to professional development. This 2-minute survey is directed toward nonprofit leaders in the Greater Pittsburgh Region and The Forbes Funds’ ecosystem. Complete the Survey Here!

Take GPNP's Workforce Development Survey HERE  Learn more and plan to participate in the upcoming GPNP Public Policy Committee Meeting - details below!

Check out this article from Public Source featuring the work of Richard Garland, Director of the Violence Prevention Initiative at Pitt’s Center for Health Equity, and Keith Murphy of the Healthy Village Learning Institute (HVLI). Their work in McKeesport is dedicated to preventing gun violence through a public health framework.

Memorial to the Lost, a walk honoring victims of gun violence and their families will take place on Saturday, September 10th from 10 AM - 12 PM. The walk will start at Valley View Church (601 N. Aiken Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA) and end at Calvary Episcopal Church (315 Shady Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA). More information can be found here.

BoardsWork! from the Covestro Center for Community Engagement (CCCE) - Become a nonprofit partner today! Through the generosity of Covestro and other business and foundation supporters, organizations can become CCCE nonprofit partners at an affordable rate. Learn more and get started here!

Amplify Your Voice Advocacy Training Virtual Bootcamp - The Black Women's Policy Center is hosting an online Training Bootcamp. This will be a 6-week course that will occur every Saturday from 11am - 2pm starting September 10 - October 15. RSVP and find more info here!

Pittsburgh Mercy Parish Nurse & Health Ministry Program to host virtual ‘Foundations of Faith Community Nursing’ course  15 Module, 5 day course Starting September 23rd. Only 20 slots available, so sign up early!

Celebrate A Decade of Service with the Western PA Diaper Bank on Thursday, Sep 29th 2022 at 5:30 PM. Join Mayor Ed Gainey, Co-Founders Rev. Phillip and Cathy Battle, and the volunteers who have helped them provide over 5 million diapers since 2012. Presented by The ERA Group at Hefren-Tillotson, a Baird Company. Ticket Info here!

Post a position for your organization and keep up on job openings through Nonprofit Talent!

View an up-to-date list of Resources from The Forbes Funds and valued partners on our website!

You're not alone - In July, the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline will officially change from 1-800-273-8255 to the three-digit dialing code 988. At that time, those who dial 988 will be directed to a local suicide prevention hotline to receive immediate assistance with mental distress. Here’s what you should know.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) - If you are employed by a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Find out here!

I Speak Cards - The City of Pittsburgh Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs is providing "I Speak" Cards to ensure that limited English or non-English speaking residents receive equal access to services. Complete the request form here.

COVID-19 News and Updates - Stay up to date with new and updated content about COVID-19 from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The Allegheny County Health Department also provides regular updates on their COVID-19 Resources Page. The Allegheny County Health Department Improvement Plan can also be FOUND HERE.

Homeowner Assistance - Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) has launched the PA Homeowner Assistance Fund to support those whose household income is at or below 150% of the area median income (AMI) and are facing financial hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The funds prevent and/or ease mortgage delinquencies, defaults, foreclosures, displacement, and utility disconnection. Learn more and apply here!

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