DMVA Virtual Town Hall
Part of a series of virtual town halls, this one focuses on homelessness.
Forward Observer
Forward Observer: Need a Little Help to Get By for the Moment?
Participants at the Greater Lehigh Valley Chamber of Commerce’s Real Estate Outlook event on April 14 heard optimism over the continuing dream of a few to make us East Coast Warehouse Central. They also heard good news on the increased housing development which is needed to attract the younger workers needed for this valley to prosper. They did not hear about how we might solve the affordability gap for the average citizen, however. Other official reports from the area have stated or implied that it has becoming mountingly difficult for the average, hardworking citizen to live here, military servicemembers and veterans among them, with or without families, and regardless of age. (more…)
Tidbits
LVMAC Tidbit: They’re at It Again — an LVCF Grant Opportunity for Local Homeless Veterans Programs
This one is worth the bother to check out, if you are a local program, big or small, with a homeless veterans initiative. Only problem for you may be the suspense for application: April 20. Sooooo … act fast! (more…)
Tidbits
LVMAC Tidbit: There’s a New Veterans Scholarship in Town
A new foundation, the Andrew Budraitis Foundation, recently established under the Lehigh Valley Community Foundation, is offering two scholarships of $7,500, one of which is meant for a worthy military veteran. The deadline for application is April 30, 2022. (more…)
Tidbits
LVMAC Tidbit: Y Lawyers?
Late Breaking News: The Question is Answered It is good to see the YMCA returning closer to its original roots. It is now on a mission once again: to empower people to reach their full potential, to improve their well-being, to inspire actions which strengthen communities. One example of this Read more…
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LVMAC Tidbit: Come and git, y’all — Veterans Day Discounts
We no longer have to go searching for this nowthat the VA has gotten into the act of helping through its partnership with RallyPoint. Click here for available meal and other discounts, generally on November 11 only — Veterans Day. It may be good for business, but many, like Mission BBQ, are also Read more…
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LVMAC Tidbit: Wilkes-Barre Medical Center Town Hall Tomorrow — Face It!
A bit short noticed, but they are now doing it on Facebook during the pandemic: