Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement (COPE)

COPE General Meeting
2019-03-16 08:30 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | COPE (Virtual/Online), 1505 W Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92404, United States
Attention:
All of the Pastors, Parents, and Community Partners!
Please join us at the next COPE General Meeting on:
March 16, 2019
New Hope Family Life Center
1505 W. Highland Ave.
San Bernardino, CA 92411
Breakfast: 8:30 -9:00 am
COPE General Meeting: 9:00 am – 10: 30 am
Reminder:
Please plan to join us and bring a friend as the updates are relevant to parents, partners, congregations, and communities!
We look forward to seeing you there! (Registration is appreciated)
To RSVP, please click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cope-general-meeting-tickets-57734684997

If you have any additional questions / need clarification please contact Sonya Gray-Hunn, sghunn@copesite.org.

COPE General Meeting
2019-02-16 08:30 - 10:30 | COPE (Virtual/Online), 1505 W Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92404, United States
Attention:
All of the Pastors, Parents, and Community Partners!
Please join us at the next COPE General Meeting on:
February 16, 2019
New Hope Family Life Center
1505 W. Highland Ave.
San Bernardino, CA 92411
Breakfast: 8:30 -9:00 am
COPE General Meeting: 9:00 am – 10: 30 am
Reminder:
Please plan to join us and bring a friend as the updates are relevant to parents, partners, congregations, and communities!
We look forward to seeing you there! (Registration is appreciated)
To RSVP, please click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cope-general-meeting-tickets-55782033564

If you have any additional questions / need clarification please contact Sonya Gray-Hunn, sghunn@copesite.org.

COPE General Meeting
2019-01-19 08:30 - 10:30 | COPE (Virtual/Online), 1505 W Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92404, United States
Attention:
All of the Pastors, Parents, and Community Partners!
Please join us at the next COPE General Meeting on:
January 19th, 2019
New Hope Family Life Center
1505 W. Highland Ave.
San Bernardino, CA 92411
Breakfast: 8:30 -9:00 am
COPE General Meeting: 9:00 am – 10: 30 am
Reminder:
Please plan to join us and bring a friend as the updates are relevant to parents, partners, congregations, and communities!
We look forward to seeing you there! (Registration is appreciated)
To RSVP, please click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/copes-general-meeting-tickets-53888474879
If you have any additional questions / need clarification please contact Sonya Gray-Hunn, sghunn@copesite.org.

Year End Celebration & Award Ceremony
2018-12-15 18:00 - 22:00 | Immanuel Praise Fellowship, 9592 7th Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 91730, United States
Event Time & Schedule
6:00pm – Check In
6:45pm – Dinner
7:30pm – Program & Special Recognition Ceremony
Location
Immanuel Praise Fellowship
9592 7th St. Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
Please RSVP to ensure an adequate count for dinner — First Come, First Serve. Please register to attend no later than Tuesday, December 11th.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/copes-year-end-celebration-award-ceremony-december-15-2018-600-1000-pm-tickets-53109410677

COPE General Meeting
2018-11-17 09:00 - 11:30 | San Bernardino Valley College, 701 S Mt Vernon Ave, San Bernardino, CA, 92410, United States
Attention:
Greetings, Students, Parents, Community Leaders, Community Partners, and Champions!
COPE Meeting Change for Saturday, November 17, 2018.
We are making an adjustment to our regularly scheduled General Meeting next Saturday, November 17, 2018.
We will not have our regular meeting at New Hope Family Life Center but will be at San Bernardino Valley College to participate in a presentation and discussion around “Civic Engagement & Higher Education.”
Key Topic Issues:

Post Election Analysis
Higher Education Landscape
Moving forward

We look forward to seeing you there! (Registration is appreciated)
DATE AND TIME
Sat, November 17, 2018
9:00 AM – 11:30 AM PST
LOCATION
San Bernardino Valley College
701 S. Mt. Vernon Ave
San Bernardino, CA 92410
To RSVP, please click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cope-general-meeting-tickets-51736728949
If you have any additional questions / need clarification please contact Sonya Gray-Hunn, sghunn@copesite.org.

COPE General Meeting
2018-10-20 08:00 - 10:30 | COPE (Virtual/Online), 1505 W Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92404, United States
Attention:
All of the Pastors, Parents, and Community Partners!
Please join us at the next COPE General Meeting on:
October 20th, 2018
New Hope Family Life Center
1505 W. Highland Ave.
San Bernardino, CA 92411
Breakfast: 8:30 -9:00 am
COPE General Meeting: 9:00 am – 10: 30 am
Reminder:
Please plan to join us and bring a friend as the updates are relevant to parents, partners, congregations, and communities!
We look forward to seeing you there! (Registration is appreciated)
To RSVP, please click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cope-general-meeting-saturday-october-20-2018-tickets-50417944429
If you have any additional questions / need clarification please contact Sonya Gray-Hunn, sghunn@copesite.org.

National Week of Action Against School Pushout
2018-10-20 - 2018-10-28 | CA
DSC-CA is participating in the 9th Annual National Week of Action Against School Pushout. DSC CA members are holding a several activities and events throughout the state to address issues, such as the culture of zero-tolerance, racism, cops on campus, high suspensions rates, and removing cops from campuses.
For full list of events, please visit the website:
https://dignityinschools-ca.org/

Employment and Expungement Fair
2018-10-19 10:00 - 15:00 | 1505 W. Highland, San Bernadino, CA, 92411, United States
Giving hope back to our community through accountability of opportunities.
Adult Re-Entry Clients (Treatment, Education, Job Readiness, & Life Skills)
Contact: Rebound CDC Inc. 909-474-9212

IECAAC Interfaith Prayer Breakfast
2018-10-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Immanuel Praise Fellowship, 9592 7th Street, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, 91730, United States
UNFINISHED BUSINESS, UNPRECEDENTED BOLDNESS: THE NEXT 55 YEARS
Join us as we share how to continue fighting for the passage of Proposition 10 & learn more about Voter Registration.
Call (909) 887-3900 For More Information

COPE General Meeting
2018-09-15 08:30 - 10:30 | COPE (Virtual/Online), 1505 W Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92404, United States
Attention:
All of the Pastors, Parents, and Community Partners!
WE ARE BACK and it’s time to get back to our work!
Please join us at the next COPE General Meeting on:
September 15th, 2018
New Hope Family Life Center
1505 W. Highland Ave.
San Bernardino, CA 92411
Breakfast: 8:30 -9:00 am
COPE General Meeting: 9:00 am – 10: 30 am
Reminder:
Please plan to join us and bring a friend as the updates are relevant to parents, partners, congregations, and communities!
We look forward to seeing you there! (Registration is appreciated)
To RSVP, please click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cope-general-meeting-saturday-september-15-2018-tickets-48570073397
If you have any additional questions / need clarification please contact Sonya Gray-Hunn, sghunn@copesite.org – 909-641-5724

Sol Brothers | Soul Sisters: Leadership Camp
2018-07-16 09:00 - 16:00 | San Bernardino Valley College, 701 S Mt Vernon Ave, San Bernardino, CA, 92410, United States
A 4-day leadership training for young Black women and young men of color. Designed for college-focused youth who exhibit leadership qualities and a desire to serve their community.
Registration is limited to 30 participants on a first come first-serve basis.

Speak Out! Fight Rate Hikes!
2018-06-21 14:00 - 19:00 | Board of Supervisors – Board Chambers, 4080 Lemon Street, Riverside, CA, 92501, United States
Speak up Against Higher Bills!
SoCalGas wants a 45% Rate Hike!
Average bills will rise $178/year or $15/month by 2022.
SoCalGas wants an additional $3.2 billion from customers over the next four years!
In 2017 116,000 SoCal Gas customers were shut off because they could not afford to pay their gas bill.
What will happen if you have to pay an increase of $15 a month or $178 a year on your SoCalGas bill?
Shut off, or threatened with Shut off Notice? — Bring your bill to get an affordable payment plan from SoCal Gas!
Click Here to RSVP for the Hearing

Criminal Record Expungement Clinic
2018-06-20 13:00 - 16:00 | New Hope Family Life Center, 1505 W. Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92411, United States
Is your felony limiting you from finding employment or living your best life?
Join REBOUND (Re-enter by Embracing Bold Opportunities & Understanding Needed Development) CDC, Inc in partnership with C.O.P.E., Abundant Living, and the San Bernardino Public Defenders Office for our criminal record expungement clinic on:
Wednesday, June 20th, 2018 1:00pm to 4:00pm
There is no cost for participating. register here for priority. Walk ins welcome. Nothing is needed except your California drivers license. For a tailored consultation, please bring your wrap sheet so the attorneys can review your history.
For additional information, feel free to call REBOUND at (909) 474-9212

Ballot Party
2018-05-29 18:00 - 20:30 | New Hope Family Life Center, 1505 W. Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92411, United States
An opportunity to walk through your ballot line by line and better understand the information that it presents.
The party will be: Tuesday: May 29
Time:
6:00 – 8:30PM
Location:
New Hope Family Life Center
1505 Highland Ave, Suite 29
San Bernardino, CA. 92411
*Free Food*
*Free Child Care*
*Spanish Interpreter*
Click to register http://bit.ly/BallotForum

COPE General Meeting (Cancelled - Please Read Important Message!)
2018-05-19 08:30 - 10:30 | San Bernardino Valley College, 701 S Mt Vernon Ave, San Bernardino, CA, 92410, United States
Greetings Community Leaders, Community Partners, and Champions

We are cancelling our May General Meeting, regularly scheduled for May 19th, to direct everyone to attend the Community Conversation with State Superintendent Candidate Tony Thurmond this Saturday, May 12th from 10 am to 12 noon. We will not have our regular meeting at New Hope Family Life Center but will be at San Bernardino Valley College to participate in the community conversation with candidates for the State Superintendent of Public Instruction. This conversation is designed to give local educators, parents, students and community members the opportunity to learn more about the candidate’s plan for the future of California’s K-12 education system. We really need your presence and participation at this meeting.”

State Superintendent Candidate Conversations
Saturday, May 12, 2018 – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
Location: San Bernardino Valley College
701 South Mount Vernon Avenue, San Bernardino, CA 92410
Liberal & Language Arts Building – Room 100

State Superintendent Candidate Conversations in San Bernardino
2018-05-12 10:00 - 12:00 | San Bernardino Valley College, 701 S Mt Vernon Ave, San Bernardino, CA, 92410, United States
Please Plan To Join Us – as we continue to conduct the State Superintendent Candidate Conversations in San Bernardino with Assemblymember Tony Thurmond. This candidate conversation is an continued conversation from The State Superintendent Candidate Conversations with Marshall Tuck which took place on Saturday, April 21st.
This Saturday’s dialogue (May 12th) is designed to give local educators, parents, students and community members the opportunity to learn more about Assemblymember Tony Thurmond’s plan for the future of California’s K-12 education system.
Lunch and Childcare Provided – Space is limited.
The State Superintendent Candidate Conversations in San Bernardino:

Asm. Tony Thurmond – Saturday, May 12th from 10 AM – Noon. Click here to register.
Previous Conversation: Marshall Tuck – Saturday, April 21st from 10 AM – Noon.

The Education Trust—West is recognized as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and, as a result, does not endorse or oppose any candidate for elected public office.
The Education Trust—West invited all Superintendent of Public Instruction candidates who had raised over $1 million dollars according to year-end filings for 2017.
The Education Trust–West
The Education Trust-West is an Oakland-based statewide education policy, research, and advocacy organization that works for the high academic achievement of all students at all levels, pre-k through college. We expose opportunity and achievement gaps that separate students of color and low-income students from other youth, and we identify and advocate for the strategies that will forever close those gaps.
By signing in and participating in an Ed Trust West event you’ve agreed to receive updates on our ongoing work.
COPE is recognized as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and, as a result, does not endorse or oppose any candidate for elected public office.”

Community Conversation w/ Candidates for San Bernardino DA
2018-04-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Juniper Ave Seventh Day Adventist Church, 7347 Juniper Ave, Fontana, CA, 92336, United States
District Attorneys hold incredible power and affect our communities in a multitude of ways, yet most voters don’t pay close attention to these candidates on the ballot.
Join us for a community conversation aimed at helping San Bernardino County residents understand the various policies and reform measures that candidates plan to implement when they take office as the head prosecutor for the County.
Click Here to Register!
District Attorney Candidates invited:
Mike Ramos: Current San Bernardino District Attorney
Jason Anderson: Candidate for San Bernardino District Attorney
Sponsoring Organizations:
California Partnership, Inland Congregations United for Change (ICUC), Inland Empire Concerned African American Churches (IECAAC), NAACP – San Bernardino Chapter, Rebound CDC, Time for Change Foundation, and Young Visionaries

This is a 501c3 non-partisan educational event that will also be live-streamed.
Learn more about district attorneys and the role they play in your community by going to MeetYourDA.org

State Superintendent Candidate Conversations in San Bernardino
2018-04-21 10:00 - 12:00 | San Bernardino Valley College, 701 S Mt Vernon Ave, San Bernardino, CA, 92410, United States
Ed Trust—West is proud to present State Superintendent Candidate Conversations in San Bernardino with Marshall Tuck and Assemblymember Tony Thurmond hosted by The Education Trust—West and co-hosted by local Inland Valley and state partners.
This Saturday’s dialogue (April 21st) is designed to give local educators, parents, students and community members the opportunity to learn more about Marshall Tuck’s plan for the future of California’s K-12 education system.
Lunch and Childcare Provided – Space is limited.

The State Superintendent Candidate Conversations in San Bernardino:

Marshall Tuck – Saturday, April 21st from 10 AM – Noon. Click here to register.
Asm. Tony Thurmond – Saturday, May 12th from 10 AM – Noon. Click here to register.

The Education Trust—West is recognized as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and, as a result, does not endorse or oppose any candidate for elected public office.
The Education Trust—West invited all Superintendent of Public Instruction candidates who had raised over $1 million dollars according to year-end filings for 2017.
The Education Trust–West
The Education Trust-West is an Oakland-based statewide education policy, research, and advocacy organization that works for the high academic achievement of all students at all levels, pre-k through college. We expose opportunity and achievement gaps that separate students of color and low-income students from other youth, and we identify and advocate for the strategies that will forever close those gaps.
By signing in and participating in an Ed Trust West event you’ve agreed to receive updates on our ongoing work.
COPE is recognized as a public charity under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and, as a result, does not endorse or oppose any candidate for elected public office.”

B’Cause U Voter Empowerment Workshops
2018-04-07 10:00 - 13:00 | San Bernardino Valley College, 701 S Mt Vernon Ave, San Bernardino, CA, 92410, United States
The Civic Responsibility For A Better I.E. has plan an effective series of workshops and events that will educate, empower, and activate Inland Empire residents. To enlighten students/residents about election process at the local, state, and/or federal levels.
Learn ways to get involved so you may have the KNOWLEDGE to change your community for the better! Because KNOWLEDGE is power!
Carolyn E. Wylie Center 4164 Brockton Avenue Riverside, CA 92501
ORGANIZATIONS REPRESENTED:
100 Black Man of the Inland Empire
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Eta Omega Chapter
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Eta Nu Omega Chapter
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.
BLU Educational Foundation
Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement (C.O.P.E.)
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Pomona Valley Alumnae Chapter
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., San Bernardino Riverside Area Alumnae Chapter
Fair Housing Council of Riverside County
Inland Empire Concerned African American Churches
Inland Empire National Pan Hellenic Council
Inland Empire Section, National Council of Negro Women, Inc.
Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary
League of Women Voters, Riverside County
League of Women Voters, San Bernardino County Riverside African American Historical Society
Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Theta Pi Sigma Chapter
The Group, Riverside
Youth Action Project, Inc.
Registration:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bcauseu-voter-empowerment-workshops-tickets-44200797776
Event Flyer:
https://copesite.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/Bcause-U-Workshop-YBG-FINAL.pdf

COPE General Meeting
2018-03-17 08:30 - 10:30 | COPE (Virtual/Online), 1505 W Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92404, United States
Please join us at the next COPE General Meeting on:
March 17th, 2018
New Hope Family Life Center
1505 W. Highland Ave.
San Bernardino, CA 92404
8:30 – 10:30am (Breakfast will be provided)
Please plan to join us and you are welcome to bring family and friends. (Registration is appreciated)
To RSVP, please click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cope-general-meeting-tickets-43419592169
If you have any additional questions / need clarification please contact Sonya Gray-Hunn, sghunn@copesite.org – 909-641-5724

California Schools and Communities Funding Act: Volunteer Opportunity
2018-02-28 14:00 - 16:30 | New Hope Family Life Center, 1505 W. Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92411, United States
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
COPE Needs Your Assistance…
The California Schools and Local Communities Funding Act of 2018 is an initiative that will restore over $11 billion per year to California’ schools, community colleges, health clinics, and other vital services. We are asking for your support by volunteering for our “signature gathering” events.
Our Initial training program starts on February 28th, 2018 FROM 2:00 – 4:30 P.M.
New Hope Family Life Center located at 1505 W Highland Avenue #10, San Bernardino CA 92411
For More Information: please contact Demita Burgess, 909-887-3900, or email dbugess@copesite.org
If interested please register using the following link:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cope-needs-volunteers-tickets-43421866973
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Links:
https://schoolfundingnow.com/
Join: https://schoolfundingnow.com/join-us/
https://www.utla.net/news/california-schools-local-communities-funding-act-2018

San Bernardino MAYORAL FORUM #RealTalk
2018-02-24 16:00 | Ecclesia Christian Fellowship, 1314 E Date St, San Bernardino, CA, 92404, United States
The forum will give candidates an opportunity to showcase their views on municipal issues and to share their vision for the city’s future. It also serves to inform the electorate and motivate them to get out and vote.
The event is hosted by the Inland Empire Concerned African American Churches (IECAAC), San Bernardino Pastors United, Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement (C.O.P.E.), Dioceses of San Bernardino, Office of Catholics of African Decent Ministry and others.
The time frame to pull papers which express an ‘Intention-to-run for Mayor’ begins February 12th and ends on March 9th. The general election date is June 5th and if there is a runoff it will be held on November 6th.
Everyone is invited to attend.
San Bernardino MAYORAL FORUM #RealTalk
Sat, Feb 24 @ 4pm at Ecclesia Christian Fellowship
Five candidates who have expressed interest in the MAYOR position for the upcoming election include:

Mayor Carey Davis
School Board Member Michael Gallo
Daniel Malmuth
Karmel Roe
Council Member John Valdivia

COPE General Meeting
2018-02-17 08:30 - 10:30 | COPE (Virtual/Online), 1505 W Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92404, United States
Please join us at the next COPE General Meeting on:
February 17th, 2018
New Hope Family Life Center
1505 W. Highland Ave.
San Bernardino, CA 92404
8:30 – 10:30am (Breakfast will be provided)
Please plan to join us and you are welcome to bring family and friends. (Registration is appreciated)
To RSVP, please click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/congregations-organized-for-prophetic-engagement-cope-12848818514
If you have any additional questions / need clarification please contact Sonya Gray-Hunn, sghunn@copesite.org – 909-641-5724

AFRICAN AMERICAN VILLAGE SUMMIT
2018-01-27 13:00 - 17:00 | Cross Word Christian Church, 21401 Box Springs Rd., Moreno Valley, CA, 92557, United States
STATE OF AFRICAN AMERICAN YOUTH & GOVERNOR CANDIDATE FORUM
Invited Candidates for Governor:

Gavin Newsom – Lt. Governor
Antonio Villaraigosa – Fmr. Mayor of Los Angeles
John Chiang – State Treasurer
Delaine Eastin – Fmr. State Superintendent of Education

Parent UCLA College Campus Tour
2018-01-25 09:30 - 14:00 | UCLA
The San Bernardino City USD Equity & Targeted and Student Achievement department invites parents to attend a college tour of UCLA on January 25th, through the district’s First Experience program. Transportation, lunch, and opportunities for A-G workshops.
You may sign-up at https://goo.gl/forms/ltZRabbvVQKkOsV72 or your student’s school.
For more information, please contact Equity & Targeted Student Achievement office (909) 473-2098.

Love Fest
2018-01-20 10:00 - 14:00 | San Bernardino Valley College, 701 S Mt Vernon Ave, San Bernardino, CA, 92410, United States
The #LoveFest is a FREE event for students of color (ages 13-18)! The event will shine a light on the importance of mental health and show how accessible resources and services are to youth and their families. Free food, live music & performances, as well as student & parent workshops!
To learn more, sign up with the link below: https://goo.gl/forms/hLG4ZxecVRNgweBh2

COPE General Meeting
2018-01-20 08:30 - 10:30 | COPE (Virtual/Online), 1505 W Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92404, United States
Please join us at the next COPE General Meeting on:
January 20th, 2018
New Hope Family Life Center
1505 W. Highland Ave.
San Bernardino, CA 92404
8:30 – 10:30am (Breakfast will be provided)
Please plan to join us and you are welcome to bring family and friends. (Registration is appreciated)
To RSVP, please click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cope-general-meeting-tickets-42023195509
If you have any additional questions / need clarification please contact Sonya Gray-Hunn, sghunn@copesite.org – 909-641-5724

IECAAC Social Justice Ministry Training Orientation
2018-01-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Life Changing Ministries, 5395 North F Street, San Bernardino, CA, 92407, United States
Inland Empire Concerned African American Churches (IECAAC) invites you to attend a social justice ministry training orientation. The orientation will be facilitated by Congregations Organized for Prophetic Engagement (COPE) and will equip congregations for social change activism.

COPE General Meeting
2017-11-18 08:30 - 10:30 | COPE (Virtual/Online), 1505 W Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92404, United States
Please join us at the next COPE General Meeting on:
November 18th, 2017
New Hope Family Life Center
1505 W. Highland Ave.
San Bernardino, CA 92404
8:30 – 10:30am
Please confirm your attendance by clicking here to RSVP!
If you have any additional questions / need clarification please contact Sonya Gray-Hunn, sghunn@copesite.org – 909-641-5724

SBCUSD & Fontana USD Candidates Forum
2017-10-24 18:00 - 20:00 | COPE (Virtual/Online), 1505 W Highland Ave., San Bernardino, CA, 92404, United States
COME OUT TO MEET YOUR SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER CANDIDATES
Click here to RSVP!
