| CalAsthma Update - June 19, 2008 |
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GENERAL
1) Funding Opportunity: Sierra Health Foundation Responsive Grants Program
2) Resource: Kaiser Permanente Adult Asthma Video Available
3) Event and Scholarship Opportunity: ACCP Asthma and COPD Coalitions Symposium
4) Study: Effects of Prenatal and Lifetime Exposures to Air Pollution and Pulmonary Function
5) Study: Wheeze and Asthma in Children and Associations with Television Viewing
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
6) Funding Opportunity: RAMP Legacy Projects
7) Event: Association of Asthma Educators Conference in Millbrae, July 18th
8) Training Opportunity: Sierra Health Foundation Health Leadership Program
9) Job Announcements: Open Positions at American Lung Association of California
CENTRAL CALIFORNIA
10) Event: California Emerging Clean Air Technology Forum in Merced, July 9th
11) Resource: Healthy Air Living Week in the San Joaquin Valley
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
12) Job Announcements: Open Positions at American Lung Association of California
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GENERAL
1) Funding Opportunity: Sierra Health Foundation Responsive Grants Program
The Sierra Health Foundation launched their Responsive Grants Program in June 2008. They have committed $2.4 million in funding over the next two years for nonprofit organizations and public agencies in their 26-county funding region. The goal of the program is to promote health and well-being. Sierra Health is asking nonprofit organizations and agencies to tell them what their community needs and concerns are, and how a grant can help. Responsive grants up to $40,000 will support projects in three broad funding areas: Expanding Health Insurance, Improving Health Care Access, and Promoting Health. Of the $1.2 million available in 2008, 30% will be available to projects serving rural areas in the funding region and 70% will be available to projects serving urban areas and/or rural areas. Applications are due by noon on August 15th. For more information, visit http://www.sierrahealth.org/doc.aspx?129.
2) Resource: Kaiser Permanente Adult Asthma Video Available
Kaiser Permanente has recently released an adult asthma video. It can be accessed on-line at
http://www.permanente.net/homepage/kaiser/pages/f56368.html. The video will be available in DVD format at the end of June. For more information or to order a DVD when it becomes available, contact Dorian Williams at 510-987-3489 or via e-mail at dorian.n.williams@kp.org.
3) Event and Scholarship Opportunity: ACCP Asthma and COPD Coalitions Symposium
The American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) has invited members of asthma and COPD coalitions to attend the 10th Annual ACCP Community Asthma and COPD Coalitions Symposium on October 29th and 30th during CHEST 2008 in Philadelphia. The highlights of the Symposium include: the Asthma in American Cities Project, How to Reduce Exposure to Environmental Tobacco Smoke, Developing State Plans and Coalitions for COPD, and How to Reach Local Media. ACCP has secured funding to provide travel scholarships to a limited number of asthma and COPD coalitions. Visit http://www.calasthma.org/news/show_story/584/ to access the travel scholarship application.
4) Study: Effects of Prenatal and Lifetime Exposures to Air Pollution and Pulmonary Function
In an article in the July 2008 edition of the journal Epidemiology, researchers examined the association of prenatal and lifetime exposures to air pollutants with pulmonary function in a cohort of children with asthma. Prenatal and lifetime exposure to several air pollutants were assessed for 232 children with asthma from the San Joaquin Valley of California. The results showed that prenatal and early life exposures to PM10, nitrogen dioxide, and carbon monoxide had a negative effect on pulmonary function in subgroups of asthmatic children. To view the abstract of this article, visit http://tinyurl.com/4chxpz.
5) Study: Wheeze and Asthma in Children and Associations with Television Viewing
In an article published in the May 27th on-line edition of the journal Epidemiology, researchers analyzed the relationship of body mass index (BMI), regular sports participation, TV viewing, and diet with current wheezing and asthma. Information was gathered on 20,016 children aged 6-7 years. The results showed that wheeze or asthma was not associated with regular sports activity and that subjects who spent five or more hours per day watching television were more likely to experience wheeze or current asthma compared with those who viewed TV less than one hour a day. The authors concluded that high body weight, spending a lot of time watching television, and a salty diet each independently increase the risk of asthma symptoms in children. To view the abstract of this article, visit http://tinyurl.com/4fo88h.
NORTHERN CALIFORNIA
6) Funding Opportunity: RAMP Legacy Projects
The Regional Asthma Management and Prevention Initiative (RAMP) has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Legacy Projects. Legacy Project proposals should be focused on reducing asthma disparities in African American and Latino communities by addressing social determinants of health and by using a public health prevention approach. Priority will be given to proposals that are in alignment with the work of RAMP’s four goal areas to address asthma in African American and Latino communities. The goals are to reduce environmental triggers in homes, reduce environmental triggers and improve education and management of asthma in schools and childcare settings, reduce environmental triggers in the outdoor air with a focus on diesel pollution, and improve culturally competent clinical management. Priority will also be given to proposals that are for community efforts that take place within the nine Greater Bay Area counties, are new projects, can be implemented and reported on during the one year award period, include a proposed level of collaboration among diverse constituents and the involvement of community members in project activities, are part of a strategy working towards systems change as a long-term outcome, and do not conflict with or replicate existing RAMP work. Funding will be for one-year grants and it is anticipated that up to 3 awards, ranging from $25,000 - $30,000 each, will be granted. Applications must be received by July 1st. To access the RFP, visit http://www.calasthma.org/news/show_story/576/.
*NOTE: A change was made to the budget requirements, it is no longer required that only 50% of the budget be allocated for personnel costs. Please make budget changes according to your needs.
7) Event: Association of Asthma Educators Conference in Millbrae, July 18th
The Association of Asthma Educators (AAE) is hosting their annual conference at The Westin San Francisco Airport hotel in Millbrae on July 18th- 21st. Some of the conference objectives include: stating the significant changes in the NHLBI Asthma Guidelines and discussing implementation, articulating gaps in asthma self management education, identifying effective educational approaches to adult and pediatric asthma management, describing environmental factors and their assessment, and describing asthma management in the school system and child care centers. There is also the opportunity to participate in the AAE National Asthma Educator Certification Review Course. For more information and to register, visit http://www.asthmaeducators.org/documents/AAE2008ConfRegBrochure.pdf.
8) Training Opportunity: Sierra Health Foundation Health Leadership Program
The Sierra Health Foundation is accepting applications for their Health Leadership Program. This six-month, intensive course is open to leaders of nonprofit organizations and agencies whose mission is dedicated to improving health and quality of life in Northern California communities. The curriculum is designed to develop highly skilled, motivated and effective leaders who will use what they gain from the course to strengthen health and well-being in their organizations and communities. Applications are due June 30th. For more information and to apply, visit http://www.sierrahealth.org/doc.aspx?35.
9) Job Announcements: Open Positions at American Lung Association of California
The American Lung Association is hiring for multiple positions in Northern California. See below for more information about the positions and where they are located. To apply for any of the positions, provide a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references to: Human Resources, 424 Pendleton Way, Oakland, CA 94621, Fax: 1-866-461-2440, E-mail: jobs@alac.org.
Asthma Program Associate Director - Santa Rosa. The Asthma Program Associate Director will implement asthma policy and advocacy efforts to reduce indoor and outdoor environmental risk factors for asthma. The Associate Director will develop and administer a comprehensive asthma program and will manage current grant programs and conduct assessments of community asthma needs. The Associate Director will also work to match program needs with funding.
Development Director – Sacramento. The Development Director will work with the area management team to produce the annual Fund Development plan and budget. They will work with individual team members to set individual fundraising goals, and will have a personal fundraising goal. They will also supervise and direct the activities of other area development staff in five Central Valley offices, located in Chico, Sacramento, Stockton-Modesto, Fresno and Bakersfield. This position requires experience/ expertise in the areas of corporate and foundation sponsorship, major gifts, planned giving, and special events management.
Director of Communications – Sacramento. The Director of Communications will plan, develop, and implement the organization’s marketing strategies, communications, and public relations activities. They will also serve as the public information officer working collaboratively with all forms of media throughout the territory and position staff, leadership volunteers and other spokespersons to be a resource for media and prepare them for print and broadcast interviews. The Director of Communications will coordinate at strategic and tactical levels with other departments of the organization, including development, advocacy, program and administration.
Regional Vice President – Sacramento. The primary responsibilities of the Regional Vice President include creating a vision and translating into specific actions plans for financial development, achieving annual aggressive revenue goals, and implementing the territory’s program, education and advocacy activities.
CENTRAL CALIFORNIA
10) Event: California Emerging Clean Air Technology Forum in Merced, July 9th
The California Emerging Clean Air Technology Forum will be held at UC Merced on July 9th from 9am until 5pm. This Forum is a collaborative effort by the U.S. EPA, California Air Resources Board, and the South Coast and San Joaquin Valley Air Districts to accelerate the development and implementation of advanced technology that could help achieve shared air quality goals. The Forum's planned areas of focus include the following technology research areas: hydraulic hybrid trucks, plug-in hybrids, fuel cells for stationary and light-duty vehicles, air emission monitoring, architectural coatings, digesters, and diesel mobile sources. For more information and to register, visit http://www.epa.gov/region09/air/cecat-forum/index.html or contact Trina Martynowicz at 415-972-3474 or via e-mail at martynowicz.trina@epa.gov.
11) Resource: Healthy Air Living Week in the San Joaquin Valley
Healthy Air Living Weeks is July 7th through the 13th in the San Joaquin Valley. This initiative is designed to improve the health and quality of life of Valley residents through strategies that clean up the air. Participants can fill out a pledge form and take part in activities to clean up the air in the Valley during the week. For more information and resources, visit http://www.healthyairliving.com/
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
12) Job Announcements: Open Positions at American Lung Association of California
The American Lung Association is hiring for multiple positions in Southern California. See below for more information about the positions and where they are located. To apply for any of the positions, provide a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information of three references to: Human Resources, 424 Pendleton Way, Oakland, CA 94621, Fax: 1-866-461-2440, E-mail: jobs@alac.org.
Communications Manager – Southern California. The Communications Manager is responsible for development and implementation of the organization’s marketing strategies, communications, and public relations activities under the direction of the Regional Director, with key customers being LA County, Orange County, and the Inland Counties (Riverside, San Bernardino). They will manage the efforts of marketing, communications and public relations, and coordinate at strategic and tactical levels with the other departments of the organization, including advocacy, program, development and administration. Assist as part of the team with development and implementation of support materials and services.
Development Manager – Orange County. The Development Manager manages, plans, implements and evaluates all aspects of the annual fundraising gala, ensuring event reaches established financial and participation goals. Responsibilities include establishing non-logistic driven committees, securing corporate sponsors, working with committee and volunteers to select honorees, and working with honorees to bring in funds through sponsorships, tables, and individual participants. Ensures the recruitment of key corporate volunteers, and participates in year-round servicing of corporate accounts to achieve established revenue generation. Will serve as a liaison to the community and will interact with a broad range of American Lung Association and community leaders and resources. Through event, help identify major donor prospects and volunteers. Analyze trends and identify ways to grow events in subsequent years. Participate in other events as required as well as development activities for the office.
Administrative Service Coordinator – Los Angeles. The Administrative Services Coordinator supports the planning, implementation, and evaluation primarily for the development department, as well as supporting communications and general administrative services for the Los Angeles area office. Responsibilities include support of special events logistics and marketing, volunteer recruitment and management, donor acknowledgement, management/segmentation of donor database, and other fund development activities. The Administrative Services Coordinator will also support the administrative needs of the Regional Vice President and development staff.
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