The Family Self-Sufficiency Program: HUD’s Best Kept Secret for Promoting Employment and Asset Growth (Adobe Reader required) is a 2001 report from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities that describes the FSS program, how it benefits tenants and PHAs, and how it could be more effective.

High Voltage Youth Camp  is part of this year’s “Youth Violence Prevention Week” (March 28-April 4, 2008). The goal of this campaign is to raise awareness and to educate students, teachers, school administrators, counselors, school resource officers, school staff, parents, and the public on effective ways to prevent or reduce youth violence. Schools and community groups are encouraged to participate. For more information and to participate or donate, visit the High Voltage website at www.highvoltageyouthcamp.org.

HIGH VOLTAGE YOUTH CAMP is a non-profit organization that provides education and recreation programs for economically disadvantaged youth, ages 14 to 19. They are dedicated to helping youth realize their potential, build character, and function effectively as contributing members of society. High Voltage also works to build community collaborations, and partnerships with organizations that serve youth.

Free tax filing for low and moderate income households. Help with filing and Earned Income Tax Credits. Call one of the following Community Centers for an appointment:Hope Haven (Westbank)
1131 Barataria Blvd.
Marrero, LA 70072
Phone: 371-7747 (Ask for Andronica Edgerson)

St. Jude (Eastbank)
411 North Rampart
New Orleans, LA 70112
Phone: 522-8290 (Ask for Sharon Peterson)