Access Press Online: Volume 14, Issue 3, March 10, 2003

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  In Brief

Scholarship for People with Disabilities

This scholarship is awarded annually and provides assistance to individuals with physical and sensory disabilities so they can pursue educational goals or gain technical expertise beyond high school to increase their career options and enrich their lives.

Scholarships are based on individual need and will not exceed $1,000.  A candidate must be a U.S. citizen, Minnesota state resident or a recipient of Courage Center services.  Applications must be received by May 31.

For more info and an application, contact nrobinow@courage.org or call 763-520-0553.


Bonnie Raitt Headlines PACER Benefit

The versatile Bonnie RaittCa legend in the blues, jazz, rock and pop scenesCwill perform at the PACER Benefit, presented by Metris Companies, on Sat., May 3, at the Mpls. Convention Center.

Tickets, ranging from $50 to $525, include silent and live auctions in addition to Raitt=s performance.  A pre-benefit gourmet dinner is available with a separate ticket.

For more info about the benefit or PACER services, call 952-838-9000 or visit www.pacer.org.


NAMI-MN Spring Gala

The Gala Benefit will be held on Fri., April 4, at the Prom Center in Oakdale.  The theme this year is AImagine.@  The silent auction begins at 6 p.m. followed by dinner and program at 7 p.m.  There will be music, magic and more.

Tickets are $60 per person and all proceeds benefit NAMI-MN=s educational and support programs.  For more info, contact NAMI-MN at 651-645-2948.


Phone/Pen Pal Program

Independence Crossroads invites you to join their Pen Pal Program.  It is open to anyone with a disability (ages 10 & up), family, and/or caregivers.

Find out how you can make a new friend via the phone, Internet or mail by calling Rob at 763-231-1435Cor e-mail us at info@independencecrossroads.org.


New WorkForce Center Web Site

For the latest stats, recruitment resources, and answers, visit www.mnwfc.org/know


 

 

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