Looking for local support, services, or new opportunities in the Quad Cities? The Community Resources Fair will bring together local organizations, agencies, and service providers for a free public event on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM at the YWCA, 513 17th Street, Rock Island, IL 61201. The event is open […]
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The Power of NAPCA
Expanding Opportunity Across Generations: How NAPCA’s SCSEP Supports Seniors and Community Organizations Communities work best when experience, purpose, and opportunity align. NAPCA’s Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) does exactly that—creating a bridge between older adults seeking meaningful employment and community organizations that need reliable, skilled support. The two attached flyers outline both sides of […]
Why American Job Center Is Not A Staffing Agency
Why AJC Is Not A Staffing Agency When people first hear “American Job Center,” they sometimes think it is just another staffing agency. It is not. Staffing agencies are businesses that place people into jobs for their own clients. American Job Center is a public service that helps you build a career, not just fill […]
Learn How to Learn: Join Our Metacognitive Learning Workshop
Ever feel like you’re putting in the study hours but not getting the results you want? The problem usually isn’t effort—it’s strategy. That’s where metacognition comes in. Metacognition simply means thinking about how you think. When you understand how your brain learns, you can study smarter, catch confusion earlier, and choose techniques that actually work. […]
The Emotional Rollercoaster of Job Searching and How to Stay Sane
It’s 10:32 a.m. You’re staring at your inbox again. No reply from the three applications you sent yesterday. A small sigh escapes before the thought hits: “Maybe it’s me.” The emotional rollercoaster of job searching is real. Sound familiar? Job searching can feel like an endless emotional loop—hope, silence, rejection, repeat. But beneath the spreadsheets […]
SNAP Recipient Resource Event – Kewanee, IL
SNAP Recipient Resource Event – Kewanee, IL SNAP work requirements are changing, and support is available. Join us for a community resource event designed to help SNAP recipients stay informed, connect with employers, and explore local opportunities that meet new program guidelines. This event brings together hiring employers, volunteer organizations, and training providers—all in one […]
SNAP Recipient Resource Event – Moline, IL
SNAP Recipient Resource Event – Moline, IL SNAP requirements are changing, and support is available to help you stay on track. Join us for a community event connecting SNAP recipients with employers, training programs, and volunteer opportunities that can help meet new work/volunteer guidelines. What you’ll find at the event:• Employers currently hiring• Volunteer and […]
Snap Recipient Resource Event – Carl Sandburg College
Snap Recipient Resource Event – Don’t Risk Losing Your SNAP Benefits The Illinois Department of Employment Security is hosting a special resource event to help SNAP recipients stay informed and connected. This is a chance to meet employers, explore volunteer and community service options, and learn about training programs that may help you meet new […]
Fall 2025 Awards & Graduation Ceremony
Mercer County Youth Program Fall 2025 Graduation A special milestone is just around the corner for the young people participating in the AJC Mercer County Youth Program. On December 17, 2025, families, mentors, and community partners will gather at the Mercer County Family YMCA to recognize the dedication, growth, and drive shown by this year’s […]