2009 Annual AWARDS Dinner & Silent Auction
WHEN:
Tuesday, November 10, 20096:30 PMWHERE:
Camelot by Martin’s
13905 Central Avenue
Upper Marlboro, MD
WHAT’S IT ABOUT:
KEYNOTE SPEAKER:
Senator C. Anthony Muse
MISTRESS OF CEREMONIES:
Jacquie Gales Webb
WHUR Radio Host; Peabody & Emmy Awards Winner
PERFORMANCE BY FEATURED GUEST:
The Richard Payne Trio
SPECIAL PERFORMANCES:
Divine Dance Institute & the Ottley Music School
This is UCAP’s major annual benefit to raise greater awareness of its programs; and recognize corporate, nonprofit and community leaders, veterans and individuals who have demonstrated exceptional support in assisting UCAP achieve its mission to: 1) alleviate poverty, 2) improve awareness of the needs of low and moderate income residents, and 3) maximize the quality of life for Prince George’s County residents through advocacy, quality services and resources. The following seven (7) awards will be presented:
- The Corporate Leadership Award
Fannie Mae
- The Excellence in Partnership Award
Senator Benjamin Cardin
- Community Leader/Non-Profit Champion
Delegate Melony G. Griffith
- Non-Profit Partner of the Year
HomeFree, USA
- Volunteer of the Year
Ms. Melvina Brooks
- Outstanding Veterans Award
General Clara Adams Ender
- Community Service Award
Mr. Jim Watkins
Proceeds from the silent auction, sponsorships, and ticket sales will help UCAP support the growing number of hungry and homeless people seeking support as a result of unprecedented job layoffs, lack of affordable housing, home foreclosures, lack of government funding, and the persistent rise in food prices and general living expenses.
UCAP is the only designated Community Action Agency for Prince George’s County, Maryland and is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
For additional information, please contact Barbara Blair at 301.805.0059 or email her at bblair@perfectplan.com
Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)
Homeownership Group Workshops for 2010
WHEN:Each session is held Saturdays from 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
January 9 and 23
February 13 and 27
March 13 and 27
April 10 and 24
May 8 and 22
June 12 and 26
WHERE:Various Locations in Prince George’s County.*
*Please be advised that locations for NSP training change; therefore
pre-registration is required. Please call Nathaniel McDonald at
301.322.5700 ext 107, email: nmcdonald@ucappgc.org,
for actual training locations.
For planning purposes, NSP workshops are generally scheduled for
the second and fourth weekends each month except months where
there are federal holidays
WHAT’S IT ABOUT:
This workshop will provide access to foreclosed and abandoned homes through the Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP).
Through this statewide program perspective, qualified homebuyers can receive:
- Comprehensive homeownership education
- Assistance with down payments
- Assistance with closing costs
SPACE IS LIMITED! REGISTER TODAY IF YOU ASPIRE TO OWN A HOME!
Registration cost: $25 per person. Pre-registration required.
To register and for additional information, please contact Nathaniel
McDonald at 301.322.5700 ext 107, or email: nmcdonald@ucappgc.org
Tenant Based Rental Assistance Program (TBRA)
Security Deposit Group Workshops
WHEN:
All workshops will be held from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Wednesday
evenings.
January 13 and 27, 2010
February 10 and 24, 2010
March 10 and 24, 2010
April 7 and 21, 2010
May 5 and 19, 2010
June 2, 16 and 30, 2010
WHERE:
UCAP Headquarters
1400 Doewood Lane
Capitol Heights, Maryland 20743
Note: For planning purposes, TBRA workshops are generally scheduled for the second and fourth Wednesdays each month except for federal holidays.
WHAT’S IT ABOUT:
One of UCAP’s main goals is to stabilize households in Prince George’s County. While reports indicate that Prince George’s County MD has the highest eviction rate in the region, it is critical that we provide families with the ability to attain and maintain permanent housing. UCAP is proud to assist residents in securing clean, safe and affordable housing.
Through Prince George’s County’s Security Deposit Assistance Program, perspective, qualified residents can receive financial assistance up to $2000. This is a loan extended to the landlord or property manager and will be returned to UCAP upon termination of the lease. The resident is not required to repay any portion of the security deposit.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Applicant must be a Prince George’s County MD resident
- Low-to-moderate income households
- Preference groups include the disabled, veterans, victims
of domestic violence, homeless and elderly
Eligible customers must complete two workshops: - Financial Literacy (1 hour)
- Pre-Occupancy training (1 hour)
Registration Fee: No Charge
To register and for additional information, please contact Richelle
Jackson at 301.322.5700, or email: rjackson@ucappgc.org
Shepherd’s Cove Help the Homeless Mini-Walk
WHEN:
Saturday, October 24, 2009 10 AM - Noon Rain or Shine
WHERE:
UCAP Headquarters
1400 Doewood Lane
Capitol Heights, Maryland 20743
WHAT’S IT ABOUT:
UCAP’s Shepherd’s Cove is hosting a “Help the Homeless Mini-Walk” in support of the Fannie Mae Help the Homeless Program. The Help the Homeless Program raises awareness of homelessness and supports organizations working to prevent and end homelessness in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. Help the Homeless encourages volunteerism that serves the homeless people and those at risk of becoming homeless. For additional information on the Help the Homeless Program click here click here.
Registration Fee: $25 (age 25 and above); $15 (age 25 and below).
Click here to register.
Each runner will receive a t-shirt.
For additional information contact UCAP: Shelly Briggs
or Wanda Reynolds at 301.386.4444.
Complete* the Mini-Walk
Commitment Form and email, fax, or mail it to:
FANNIE MAE HELP THE HOMELESS PROGRAM MINI-WALKS
c/o Dailey Events
13416 Montvale Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20904
301.879.4978 phone
301.879.4979 fax
janetdailey@daileyevents.com
www.helpthehomelessdc.org
NOTE: Please be sure to insert UCAP Beneficiary Code: United Communities Against Poverty (MD033).
