MONDAY MEMO #72
- Apr 15
- 5 min read
Happy Monday! This week’s memo we are highlighting funding and professional development and training opportunities as well as a few opportunities for parents and caregivers and youth. Before we dive in, here are a few reminders and highlights from RG:
RG Highlights
Child Abuse Prevention Month: Prevention Palooza As we recognize Child Abuse Prevention Month this April, partners are invited to join a series of virtual events hosted by the Georgia Center for Child Advocacy as part of their Prevention Palooza. These sessions offer meaningful opportunities to learn, connect, and strengthen prevention efforts statewide. As part of the series, Nikki Warner will be leading a Webinar Wednesday session on the Community Resiliency Model (CRM) this Wednesday April 15th from 10–11:30 AM. Explore upcoming trainings and register to participate, and help share these opportunities with your networks.
Join Resilient Georgia for our Spring General Meeting on April 30th from 11AM–12:30 PM, featuring Resilience in Action: Showcasing the Community Resiliency Model Across Georgia. We will highlight how the Community Resiliency Model is being implemented across multiple sectors statewide to support resilience, strengthen well-being, and expand trauma-informed practices in diverse communities. Calendar invites have been sent out to our communications lists, but if you did not receive it or would like to share with folks in your community, you can find the registration link here.
Children’s Mental Health Week Photos: We’re inviting coalition partners to share a photo of themselves anytime between ages 0–26 for an upcoming social or newsletter feature. It’s a great way to celebrate the journeys that shape our work today! If you’d like to participate, please email your photo to nwarner@resilientga.org by Friday, April 24th.
Upcoming April Dates: There will be no update calls in April. Instead, we look forward to connecting with you at our first Coalition Peer Connection of the year on Tuesday, April 21 at 2:00 PM. Please feel free to invite your coalition partners—we encourage at least one member from each coalition to attend!
GUIDE, Inc. is offering two youth leadership opportunities. The Georgia Teen Institute 2026 (June 8–12 at Reinhardt University) is a weeklong training for Youth Action Teams (YATs) to build skills in leadership, prevention, and community action, with registration due by May 1. In addition, teams can apply by April 24 to join the Georgia Opioid Use Prevention YAT Network, a yearlong cohort that begins at GTI and provides subsidized attendance, stipends, training, coaching, and funding to support youth-led opioid prevention and mental health initiatives in their communities.
Coalition Highlights
Resilient Middle Georgia is hiring for two part-time, hybrid positions based in Middle Georgia, both offering $18–$20/hour for approximately 20 hours per week. The Coalition Engagement Coordinator focuses on strengthening partner relationships through communication, engagement tracking, and facilitation support, while the Coalition Operations Coordinator supports internal logistics, scheduling, and systems to ensure smooth implementation of meetings, trainings, and events.
Resilient Communities of Southwest Georgia: The Vashti Center for Children & Families is hosting two Child Abuse Prevention Month trainings in April 2026 focused on strengthening protective factors for children. The virtual Healthy Outcomes from Positive Experiences (HOPE) Training will take place on April 17 from 10–11AM and will highlight how positive experiences support child well-being and resilience. In addition, the in-person Courage to Care: Child Sexual Abuse Prevention Workshop will be held on April 21 and April 28 from 9–11AM, equipping youth-serving adults with practical strategies to recognize warning signs, establish safe environments, promote healthy relationships, and respond to concerns related to child sexual abuse.
Resilient North Georgia: Join Reaching Teens Connect & Reflect, hosted by Wellroot’s Reaching Teens experts, designed to support professionals in applying trauma-responsive, relationship-based practices to real-life situations. Held on the 4th Thursday of each month from 12:00–1:00 PM, this facilitated space offers a chance to bring challenges, reflect on responses, and learn alongside others in a supportive, non-judgmental environment—no preparation required. Ideal for anyone working with youth, families, or teams, especially those familiar with Reaching Teens, this session provides meaningful time to slow down, build confidence, and stay grounded in connection-focused work. Participants can drop in as able and are also invited to join the monthly reminder list to stay connected.
Funding
Two potential funding opportunities are available for organizations looking to expand their impact
The CAPTRUST Community Foundation provides grants to nonprofits nationwide that focus on enriching the lives of children, including large “Charity of Choice” awards (over $100,000) and additional national grants for aligned organizations.
Meanwhile, the Bob Woodruff Foundation offers rolling grant opportunities for nonprofits serving veterans, service members, and their families, with a focus on improving health and well-being, increasing access to care, and addressing barriers to thriving after service. Organizations are encouraged to review eligibility and application details to determine fit.
Dobb's Foundation Summer 2026 Grant Cycle Open Now! The R. Howard Dobbs, Jr. Foundation is now accepting Letters of Inquiry (LOIs) for its Summer 2026 grant cycle, supporting Georgia-based nonprofits working to strengthen families, communities, and the environment—particularly in underserved areas. Funding priorities include youth mental health and resiliency, innovative education solutions that improve student outcomes, and environmental conservation efforts that promote equitable, community-driven impact. The LOI submission deadline is April 22nd, with an optional information session on April 14 and funding decisions announced in June 2026.
Professional Development and Events
Georgia State Child Welfare Training Collaborative: The Knowledge to Action Conversation: In Our Own Voice, Authentic Stories of Mental Health Resilience will be held virtually on Thursday, April 23, 2026, from 10–11:30 AM. This session features speakers with lived experience, including Lauren Joiner Paul and Sadeja Divine, who will share personal stories to challenge stigma and deepen understanding of mental health conditions. Attendees will gain insight into the realities of living with mental illness, learn how individuals pursue meaningful goals and recovery, and explore ways to support and engage with the mental health community.
The Georgia Association for Infant Mental Health (GA-AIMH) will host a virtual Early Childhood Summit on May 4th at 12PM to kick off Children’s Mental Health Week. This gathering will focus on the importance of early relational health, sustaining joy and connection amid burnout, and highlighting the work of community partners supporting young children and families. The event is open to a wide range of participants, including early childhood educators, home visitors, clinicians, advocates, and emerging leaders. Register here!
Additionally, GA-AIMH offers a Reflective Supervision/Consultation (RSC) Training which is a 15-hour virtual professional development opportunity designed for those working with infants, young children, and families. Grounded in infant mental health principles, this relationship-based training helps participants strengthen reflective practice, deepen self-awareness, and enhance their ability to support others. Ideal for current or aspiring reflective supervisors, the training also fulfills requirements for Endorsed Reflective Supervisor (ERS) status. Sessions will be held April 17, April 24, and May 1 from 9:30 AM–3:30 PM. Register here!
Parents and Caregivers
Local parents sharpen their pencils for Parent University: Parent University continues to gain momentum in Liberty County, with recent features across social media, local news, and LinkedIn highlighting its impact. The program brings together a wide range of resources—from education and healthcare to youth programming and family supports—creating a one-stop opportunity for parents to connect, learn, and access services. Community feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, emphasizing Parent University as a valuable and empowering space for families across all backgrounds.
Youth
HealthMPowers Youth Advisory Board Opportunity: HealthMPowers is seeking enthusiastic Georgia students in grades 9–12 for the 2026–2027 school year to join its Youth Advisory Board, offering a unique opportunity to amplify youth voice and make a meaningful impact in their communities. Participants will receive community service hours, advocacy and leadership training, networking opportunities, access to a digital community, and potential letters of recommendation. Members are expected to attend monthly virtual meetings beginning May 3, 2026, participate in an in-person Youth Summit on June 4–5 (with travel and accommodations provided), and commit to at least one academic year of service. Youth can apply here by April 19, 2026. For more information, contact sequoya.howard@healthmpowers.org.
THANK YOU FROM THE RESILIENT GEORGIA TEAM!