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October 2020 Edition 2 Issue 3
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The MFCC Mix e-Newsletter
Milton Family Community Center Est. 1985
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What's Happening?
MFCC Participates in Milton Town Holiday Decorating Competition
This Holiday Season, MFCC was asked to participate in the Milton Recreation Department's Holiday Decorating Competition. The competition was held in two categories, residences and businesses. All registrants were added to a map that was shared with the Milton community to visit and enjoy the decorations themselves.
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There was an opportunity to win one of four awards:
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- “The Clark Griswold Award” (first place)
- “The Silver Bells Award” (second place)
- “Best Use of Recycled Materials”
- “People’s Choice Award” (won by community vote)
A committee of MFCC staff came together to collaborate and set up a beautiful display of lights on the front lawn, with the intent to display what we are about and to bring the community to us, MFCC offers so many valuable programs to Milton and the surrounding communities, and this was a wonderful opportunity to engage in some Holiday fun and to reach out to members of our community who may have otherwise not known who we are or what we do.
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MFCC was the proud recipient of the People's Choice Award! We want to thank everyone who voted in our community, and we are very proud of our display and this honor!
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Here are some photos of the finished display:
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Milton High School's Virtual Rock Project 8 Concert Fundraiser for Emergency Food Shelf
MHS held a Virtual Concert Benefit - Rock Project 8 on December 22nd. Proceeds from the benefit were raised for the Milton Family Community Center's Emergency Food Shelf. The final total in donations was tallied on the morning of December 23rd, and $685 was raised for the food shelf!
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We want to thank Joe Smith, and all of the faculty and students who organized this effort and performed, as well as everyone who donated!
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We are humbled, always, by the creativity and the coming together of our little community.
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Thanksgiving Meal Update
Our annual Thanksgiving Meal distribution was again, a huge success. We were able to secure meals and Hannaford gift cards for 110 families/364 individuals for the Thanksgiving Holiday.
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We want to thank our many donors to include Smith Drug Company, NG Advantage, Milton High School, Lakelife Nutrition and all of our residents in the community who are always coming through for this wonderful time of giving!
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For more information about or current events, programs or partnerships visit us online at www.miltonfamilycenter.org
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MFCC is Seeking Qualified Applicants for the Following Positions:
The Milton Family Community Center (MFCC) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Executive Director. The MFCC Executive Director serves as MFCC's key leader, and is responsible for providing the visionary leadership.
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We are looking for someone who has both the vision and the skills to empower our organization in the strategic process of expanding and improving our program delivery and physical space to be one of the very best family resource centers in the state of Vermont.
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MFCC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, located in Milton, VT, serving as a hub of early childhood and family resources services.
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MFCC services include : licensed early childhood center-based child care program, licensed after school and summer program for school age children, community playgroups, emergency food shelf, parent education, home visits, family support services, and general community information resource and referral.
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Requirements: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Five or more years of senior nonprofit management experience. Budget management skills and experience, including budget preparation, analysis, decision-making, and reporting. Demonstrated successful fundraising, donor solicitation, and grant writing experience. Leadership skills and experience. Knowledge and understanding of early childhood and family support services and systems in the state of Vermont.
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Strong written and verbal skills. Nice To Haves: Knowledge and experience in the field of early childhood development and or family services. Knowledge of Adverse Childhood Experiences. Knowledge of Strengthening Families. Knowledge of the Vermont Parent Child Center Network.
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Recovery Resource Center:
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Resources for Individuals:
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For phone (Agency of Commerce and Community Development): 1-877-214-3330
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United Way Hotline Dial 211
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Recent Grant Funding
VT Food Bank - COVID-19 Relief Special Fund Grant
As a valuable partner in the Vermont Foodbank’s efforts to address food insecurity during the COVID-19 pandemic, MFCC has been selected to receive an COVID-19 Relief Special Fund Grant. These grants are federal CARES Act funds, appropriated to the Vermont Food Bank by the State of Vermont via the Department for Children and Families.
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MFCC is eligible to receive $2,301.52. These funds can be used for the following purposes; the purchase or rental of equipment and supplies to operate safely, stipends for volunteers, food and necessities, staff salaries and benefits, and any other foreseeable expenses necessary for our organization to operate, to ensure that food and necessities are distributed safely to persons in need during the pandemic.
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We will follow up on this and other grants in the December e-newsletter.
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Having a ball in Fall!
School is back in session! New faces, new classrooms! Let's see what everyone has been up to!
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Parents, We Need Your Feedback!
Please Fill Out this Very Important Survey!
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The Parenting Connection
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Welcome Lee Barrett,
MASK's New Co-Director
Lee Barrett started with MFCC in September 2020 as our new MASK School-Age Programs as Co-Director, He will be mostly on-site at MASK ensuring a socially, emotionally, and physically safe environment that is engaging and healthy for all kids who attend. Lee has a BAA in Recreation, Parks and Leisure Services from Central Michigan University (Concentration in Outdoor Recreation).
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Before moving to Vermont I worked for a National Non Profit called Playworks. This organization focused on building strong communities through play (recess, leagues, leadership) and helped strengthen students social/emotional well being by creating safe/healthy/inclusive environments in schools and communities. I worked as a Program Coordinator, Program Manager and National Trainer for Playworks. Since moving to Vermont I've worked with the Boys and Girls Club of Burlington as a Group Leader for 7th/8th graders and most recently as a Recreation Coordinator for the Colchester Parks and Rec department. With Colchester I was tasked with creating and implementing Preschool and School aged programs, directing summer camps and directing two after school programs.
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Fun facts (such as a special talent, unique hobby or another tidbit of information that can inspire conversations) I...dabble a bit in VERY amateur photography and baking efforts, got married in an old converted movie theater, was a ski instructor for a number of years, was a RA in College, portrayed Napoleon Dynamite for a College Homecoming "Mock Rock", am originally from Michigan and can show you where I grew up on my HAND MAP (cause the lower part of Michigan looks like a mitten), and had a mix up the moving day when my wife and I bought our house-the movers arrived a day early. Welcome aboard, Lee!
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Welcome Jessica Pierce,
MFCC's Newest Teacher
Jessica Pierce started at MFCC on August 10 2020 as our new Assistant Infant Toddler Teacher. She worked in childcare for 5 years in the Milton Town School District and also for many years as a substitute for MFCC. She loves superheroes and comics, and football. Welcome Jessica!
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Welcome Teresa Martin,
MFCC's New Early Childhood Director
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My name is Teresa Martin. I have lived in Vermont all of my life. I am a wife and a mother of two children, a girl named Alexis and a boy named Norman. I graduated from Community College of Vermont in 2011 with my Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education, and I graduated from Union Institute and University with my Bachelors of Science Degree in Early Childhood Education. I have been in the Early Childhood Education field since 2006.
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In 2014 my son, who was seven at the time, was diagnosed with Leukemia. He has successfully been in remission for the past three years, although there are still many doctors visits. It really put into perspective for our family how short life can be and how we need to make the memories with our children while we can. He really has shown us what true strength and resilience is. We try to make the most out of every free moment and to not take anything for granted.
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In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family traveling! When COVID is not putting a damper on it! Our favorite place to travel together is Florida. My husband and I would ultimately love to have a house down there when we retire. I also enjoy scrapbooking and crafting.
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I am so excited to start here at MFCC as the Early Childhood Program Director and know that I have big shoes to fill! I am looking forward to getting to know the staff and families!
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Dear Friends and Families,
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All of us at MFCC are so very thankful for the support given to us by the individuals, businesses, and philanthropic groups in our communities. The work done at MFCC continues to impact children, families, and vulnerable individuals in ways that words alone simply cannot express. When we see the looks on the faces of the children and families who receive our programs support and services, we can feel resonating from them their genuine warmth, gratitude, and appreciation. The staff at MFCC have given so much of their time and their hearts to improving the lives of others, especially in the toughest of times and situations. It is because of the support and encouragement from our communities that lets the staff know that their work is important and valued by a greater community, that they are inspired to continue to rise to the challenge of helping others every day. Thank you to all our supporters for being the wind beneath our wings that helps us soar to places we would otherwise never reach, and be there for the children and families who are most in need of our help.
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Vikki Patterson, MFCC Executive Director
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