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    The Community Tool Box team greatly appreciates your visit to our site and we'd love to hear from you, and learn more about you and how you are using the resources on the site to support your community work. We encourage you to browse guestbook entries from visitors to our site and while you’re here, encourage you to subscribe to our eNewsletter to keep in touch and learn about new resources as they become available.

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    1 October 2013 CHARLES ADDOCO DAGENHAM, RM9 5DT Great Britain (UK)
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am the Director of a not-for profit organisation called Youth With A Global Vision based in London.
    I am using the CTB to do my startegic planning and I am finding it very useful. May be choosing some examples from other locations in addition to what they have can help say developing countries or other developing communities around the globe. On the whole it is an excellent site for me.
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    1 October 2013 Dina Slusher Galax, Virginia 24333 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    Executive Director of a local Free Clinic. Haven't seen it yet.
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    1 October 2013 JOHN K HOLTON Chicago, Illinois 60611 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    VP for research at Prevent Child Abuse America Exploring your resources (excellent!).
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    1 October 2013 Vicki Bamman Medford, Oregon 97504 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    Development Director, $350,000+ agency budget First time visitor.
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    1 October 2013 Jennifer Kready Fayetteville, North Carolina
    Who I am Use of CTB
    Research Analyst with early care and education (0-5 yrs old) nonprofit.
    Using in social research re: local community and early care and education assessments. Wish it were easier to navigate w/o all the links such as in PDF formats.
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    1 October 2013 Jeanette Hildebrand Stafford, Kansas 67578 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am in a small town working with 2 groups Pride and Main Street here to revitalize our town of 1,067 population.
    I just found your site through the Dept of Commerce - Kansas web site. I am alsways looking for new ideas and ways to accomplish our goals. I will be back to learn more. thanks.
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    1 October 2013 Gail Kingwell Calgary, Alberta T2N4E4 Canada
    Who I am Use of CTB
    Consultant to Ethnocultural Council of Calgary Developing civic participation tool kit
    Date Name City,State/Province Zip Country
    1 October 2013 randy schlecht san bernardino, usa 92401 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    i am a board member for rolling start inc president 4 year term + vice president term ongoing i facilitate support groups and advocacy classes. also vice president of DASS/PA ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
    		 This is my first day coming accross the site.
    Date Name City,State/Province Zip Country
    1 October 2013 Kathi Bivens Hendersonville, North Carolina 28793
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am charged with creating a primary prevention program for rape and child sexual abuse for Henderson County, NC.
    To educate myself on community assessment techniques and "templates" for running focus groups and interpreting the information.
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    1 October 2013 Verne Kleinsmidt Pretoria, South Africa 184
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am a researcher at the Department of Home Affairs in South Africa.
    I found the Community Tool Box while searching for information on developing a framework for Integration of Migrants in our country. Many thanks for the information, I have found it very useful. Regards Verne Kleinsmidt
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    1 October 2013 trina boyd Indianapolis, Indiana 46226 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    intrested in starting a youth program in community want information and resources
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    1 October 2013 Edward Udell, Sr. Houston, Texas 77004 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    MA. ED. in Education Adm/Counseling; Master's thesis on using schools as the change agent to improve the health of the nation; BA in Christian Education/Psychology; research work on health, wellness, nutrition, exercise, and strength training; over 40 years working with children and youth; community health experience through the Regional Medical Program of the University of Washington Medical School, Washington State Sickle Cell Program, and Spokane County Health Systems Agency; delegate in 1970 to national conference to help shape national health policies.
    I am using the Community Tool Box in our organization primarily as another research tool to connect me to relevant data and people interested in children's health, wellness, and physical fitness. I am also interested in developing the strategic plan to bring others of like mind along so we can instigate policy change in our city. Then I would like to use the Community Tool Box to expand a successful city program state-wide, and then nation-wide.
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    1 October 2013 Nettie L Ferguson Columbus, Ohio 43215 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am eployed by Franklin Alcohol Drug and Mental Health Board. Looking for models to use with a Sucide Prevention Coalition.
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    1 October 2013 Cynthia Carlson Lincoln, Nebraska 68516
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am a dental hygienist. With new legislation, I hope to expand into providing hygiene care to underserved children in school settings, and in the future to the elderly in institutional settings.
    Just exploring at this point, but what a wealth of information!! Will provide a great resource.
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    1 October 2013 Patricia Perkins High Point, North Carolina 27262 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    Technical director at a nonprofit dedicated to revitalizing a neighborhood here in North Carolina.
    I plan to read the CTB thoroughly and see what is on offer here. May use some of the question-answer stuff.
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    1 October 2013 Kim Agli Innisfail, 4860 Australia
    Who I am Use of CTB
    Multicultural Officer. I have just found this site and will let you know in the near future.
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    1 October 2013 Karen Hall Fairfield, California 94534 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am a Life Coach and Educator in Fairfield. My husband and I are currently raising community awareness regarding Bullying among grade school children k-6. We are also, creating a mentorship program for High School upper classmen to mentor children grades 7th -12. We would love to use your material!
    		 Not using yet, but would love to!
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    1 October 2013 Beverly Woodard Wichita, Kansas 6729 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    MSW Student currently attending Newman Univeristy. Sue Gardner is my advisor and Kevin Brown director of our program referred a focus group to this web site.
    I am browsing, however, finding your information on grant writing very helpful. Wish I had checked this site prior to turning my grant in last week.
    Date Name City,State/Province Zip Country
    1 October 2013 Silvia Ortiz Jayuya, Jayuya 664
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I'm a AC*VISTA volunteer,trying to get survey samples for community needs. We are trying to develop a program for self sustaining agriculture, to minimize poverty in our town.
    Looking for samples and information on surveys and programs being helpful to facilitate our job in developing and implementing our project.
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    1 October 2013 Annie Kennedy Alice Springs, Northern Territory 871 Australia
    Who I am Use of CTB
    PhD student undertaking Participatory Action Research (PAR) to examine Indigenous perspectives on engagement in housing and housing decisions.
    Just taking a look. Referred by someone in the Community-Based Participatory research (CBPR) network.
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    1 October 2013 Daniel Wilkins San Luis Obispo, California 93402 or 93401 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    Danny, born in Coranado Naval Station. i live in SLO for the past 4 years. i work for the mission in St. Paul, MN. I work for the disciple with christ until i came to SLO, CA.
    		 To find out how to get back with job and living inside. i`m homeless.
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    1 October 2013 Zakiyyah Muhammad Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    MY NAME IS ZAKIYYAH I AM THE DIRECTOR OF THE ALL PURPOSE COMMUNITY CENTER OF LEARNING. WE PROVIDE SERVICES FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES. WE PROVIDE SERVICES THAT ADDRESS BULLYING, FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS, HOMELESSNESS, SUBSTANCE ABUSE EDUCATION, EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS TRAINING, AND LIFE SKILL TRAINING. WE PROVIDE APPROPRIATE EDUCATION TRAINING FOR ADOLESCENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS. WE CONSIDER OUR PROGRAM AS A ONE-STOP SHOP CENTERED PLACE OF LEARNING! I HAVE OVER 24 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE WORKING WITH AT-RISK YOUTH AND THIER FAMILIES.
    TOOL BOX WILL BE UTILIZED TO DEVELOP COMPREHENSIVE STUCTURED PROGRAM OF SERVICES THAT WILL IMPROVE THE PHYSICAL, SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL, AND SPIRITUAL LIFE OF THE YOUTH WE SERVE.
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    1 October 2013 Susan Netz Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I work at non-profit which is a crime-reduction initiative focusing on positive development for youth ages 10-19, community organizing and tough law enforcement focusing on disrupting and dismantling drug-trafficking organizations and getting illegal guns off the street.
    I'm a first-time visitor and learned about it through a Philanthropy News Digest newsletter to which I subscribe. I'm checking it out because gun violence has been recognized as a public health issue and I'm hoping to find information of use to us.
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    1 October 2013 Joel Robertson Vancouver, Washington 98684 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    Consultant in the transportation of hazardous materials, and in railroad safety issues. I am also an expert witness.
    I am on the Board of Directors of the Forensic Expert Witness Association and membership chairman for the State of California Board and am on the Board of Governors of the Propeller Club of LA/Long Beach. I am trying to discover new approaches to increasing membership in these two organizations.
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    1 October 2013 Linda Husvar Rootstown, Ohio 44272 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am a 61-year-old person with disabilities working with other people with disabilities to secure or maintain independence in the community.
    This is my first time visiting this web site. I have not used the Community Tool Box.
    Date Name City,State/Province Zip Country
    1 October 2013 Mary Fant Guernsey, Channel Islands, GY4 6PZ
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am a link lecturer in health visiting in Guernsey in the Channel Islands.
    I am undertaking a Masters in Public Health (through DL, University of Stafford, UK). I am using the CTB for 2 assignments, both requiring me to plan an initiative. The latest involves planning a parenting course involving mmembers of the community, and I am concurrently working to implement this in my practice.
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    1 October 2013 Jacqueline Christian Baltimore, Maryland 21218 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    Iam a registered nurse persuing an MS degree.
    I'm attempting to develop a progam to decrease morbidity and mortality by offfering access to quality health care to everyone.
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    1 October 2013 LAWRENCE A. GEORGE MONROVIA, 231 Other
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I AM HEAD OF A LOCAL NON GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATION, THE NATIONAL CIVIC AND DEVELOPMENT FOUNDATION-LIBERIA. WE ARE CURRENTLY INVOLVED WITH TRAINING OF LOCAL GOVERNMENT AUTHORITIES AND COMMUNITY LEADERS ON THEIR RESPECTIVE ROLES IN LIBERIA'S POST CONFLICT RECOVERY PROCESS. OUR EMPHASIS IS ON CITIZENS/COMMUNITY PARTCIPATION IN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES.
    THE COMMUNITY TOOL BOX HELPS IN GUIDING US IN THE DESIGN OF APPROPRIATE TRAINING MATERIALS FOR TOT (TRAINING OF TRAINERS) IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY.
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    1 October 2013 William Chignoli Saint Louis, Missouri 63118 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am a founder and Executive Director of Accion Social Comunitaria and ASC Cares Mobile Health Care Ministry.
    Well, I do not know right know. This is my first contact, but education and prevention is our goal and we will use the CTB in this way.
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    1 October 2013 Tonja Partridge Phoenix, Arizona 85033 1619 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I have a B.S. in Health Management and am currently pursuing my Master's in Community Health.
    I am presently enrolled in a Masters program in Community Health. At first glance, it seems that the tools provided will be a great benefit not only in helping me learn but also in my profession after I graduate.
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    1 October 2013 Jennifer Rosso Athens, Alabama 35613 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am trying to find grants that will help a second year, non profit organization. We are trying to support the arts in the community with a one day cultural event.
    		 I am not sure ~ just learning as I go.
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    1 October 2013 Hainsley Edwards La Fortune, St. Patrick's Other
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am the President of a CBO in my community.
    We are a group that started recently and I am hoping to use this site to help develop my community.
    Date Name City,State/Province Zip Country
    1 October 2013 Karen Picus Henderson, Nevada 89002 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    Director, School of Occupational Therapy. I teach courses in social justice and leadership and am interested in community health programming.
    I used the tools to teach students skills in community assessment. Also used the tools to build a case to establish additional community programs and acquire grant funding.
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    1 October 2013 Cheryl Pestaina Miami, Florida 33142 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am a project Director for a Service Partnerhip for preventing risky behaviors in adolescent youth in the Overtown Community of the City of Miami. I have a Master's Degree in Public Administration.
    The Community Tool Box is a lifeline for the Partnership in may ways: finding best practice models for just about anything regarding at risk children and their families; assessment tools; computer as well as publication resources; how-to hands on approaches to areas such as marketing, community involvement, etc.
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    1 October 2013 Gwen Murphy Durham, North Carolina 27514 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am a nutritionist and education specialist in the Community Health Division at Duke Medical Center.
    I love your site and have used it many times. It is a complete, well organized framework that fits well with many different projects. Thank you!
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    1 October 2013 Rennea Mills Norristown, Pennsylvania 19401 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    New business owner and recent author of "The Controlled Eating Technique Weight Maintenance Program." Created the program during 1987 since I, too, had a weight problem during my childhood and early teens.
    Unfortunately, I'm an individual without an organization, but am interested in combating childhood obesity, as well as the overall problem amongst people in general.
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    1 October 2013 Annette Hopgood Atlanta, Georgia 30327 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am retired state director of child nutrition from the Georgia Department of Education, U.S. Currently a volunteer with the Global Child Nutrition Foundation to facilitate planning of school nutrition programs in 6 countries identified by the World Food Programme of the UN.
    		 Just curious about the resource.
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    1 October 2013 April Davies Atlanta, Georgia 30033 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I'm a Master's of Public Health Candidate in Global Health at Emory Univeristy. I'm originally from Lawrence, Kansas.
    I'm looking for resources for community mapping of water sources for a summer project in Kenya.
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    1 October 2013 Kelli Johnson Minneapolis, Minnesota 55414 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am a research fellow in public health and a doctoral student in evaluation studies at the University of Minnesota.
    I am currently working on a project looking at evaluation dissemination and use. In addition, I am evaluating a rural experiential learning program in the University's Academic Health Center.
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    1 October 2013 Roxanne Serrao Glastonbury, Connecticut 6033 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am a developer. I am planning to develop a new intervention for middle and high school urban youth. My goal is to create an intervention that focuses on leadership development using three core developmental areas.
    I was researching how to develop an evidence-based program and saw your site. Upon review of your site, I fell in love with all that it has to offer. At fifth glance it seemed to be overwhelming, but then so is my goal. Thanks for offering it. I will contact you to begin my own workstation.
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    1 October 2013 Sally Yageric Amherst, New York 14226 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    Credentialed Prevention Professional working in the Communities That Care community
    		 Looking for tips to build and sustain a fairly new coalition
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    1 October 2013 Lynn Stout Loomis, California 95650 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am a student at Sierra College in Rocklin, CA. I am currently studying sociology and library science. I wish to obtain a degree in sociology so that I may become a sociological researcher.
    Our sociology class has a class project to make our community aware of local social problems. I am here at your website to see if we can organize this project for an impact on our community for a positive change.
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    1 October 2013 Lorna Morgan New york, New York 10017 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am focused on building competencies of management staff to improve the quality of the work we do in communities in Harlem, the Bronx, and Washington Heights.
    These are good frameworks for helping staff think about their work and the resources needed to accomplish it.
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    1 October 2013 Chris Hamilton Topeka, Kansas 66621 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    College Professor, KU Ph.D. in public administration, non-profit administration.
    		 Will use it as a resource to help non-profits in the Topeka area.
    Date Name City,State/Province Zip Country
    1 October 2013 Laurie Hassell Seattle, Washington 98119 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I'm the regional manager of a nonprofit education-based organization.
    I'm working with others to develop a "tool kit" for rural communities to develop informal science educaion programs. Your site is extremely helpful.
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    1 October 2013 Franklin Bobrow-Williams Augusta, GA 30909 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am the Project Manager with The Bobrow-Williams Group, LLC, a consulting firm serving rural and urban communities across America.
    		 Planning to work with the Georgia Conference of Black Mayors.
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    1 October 2013 Evelyn Munoz Bronx, New York 10451 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    Director, Community Relations Not for Profit Org. in the areas of substance abuse, alcohol, HIV/AIDS, Primary Care, Mental Health, Residential and Out patient services.
    		 To access the needs of my communty and to help evaluate the existing services.
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    1 October 2013 Deborah Teed Stony Plain, Alberta T7Z2Z4 Canada
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I am a consultant for non profit organizations.
    Help to improve the life and health of non-profit organizations in the community and help identify gaps in services for the community.
    Date Name City,State/Province Zip Country
    1 October 2013 Alesia Burton Kansas City, Jackson 64131-2522 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    I a hard worker, willing to learn, teachable and a Child of God and a Joint Heir with Christ Jesus.
    		 By documenting events and meetings within our local church.
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    1 October 2013 Lora Lee La France Akwesasne, New York 13655 United States Of America
    Who I am Use of CTB
    POE coordinator Just visiting to see what is available

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