July
Thursday, July 22: Credit Fundamentals Seminar
Held at ERDA:Astoria, 4-25 Astoria Blvd. Call (718) 784-0877 to RSVP.
6:00-7:30pm
Thursday, July 28: Open House
Join us for food, music, and to learn more about what ERDA is now offering at our new Astoria site!
Held at ERDA:Astoria, 4-25 Astoria Blvd.
6:00-7:30pm
August
Thursday, August 5: Making the Most of Your Money: Budgeting Seminar
Held at ERDA:Astoria, 4-25 Astoria Blvd. Call (718) 784-0877 to RSVP.
6:00-7:30pm
Tuesday, August 17: Starting Your Own Business Seminar
Held at ERDA:Astoria, 4-25 Astoria Blvd. Call (718) 784-0877 to RSVP.
6:00-7:30pm
Tuesday, August 24: Saving and Financing for College Seminar
Held at ERDA:Astoria, 4-25 Astoria Blvd. Call (718) 784-0877 to RSVP.
6:00-7:30pm
September
Tuesday, September 14: First-Time Homeownership Seminar
Held at ERDA:Astoria, 4-25 Astoria Blvd. Call (718) 784-0877 to RSVP.
6:00-7:30pm
Tuesday, September 21: Retirement Planning Seminar
Held at ERDA:Astoria, 4-25 Astoria Blvd. Call (718) 784-0877 to RSVP.
6:00-7:30pm
October
No events scheduled, check back for updates.
November
Thursday, November 4: Annual ERDA Gala
Join us for an evening of drinks, food, and music to benefit ERDA's work in public housing communities. Purchase tickets and journal ads here! For more information, please contact Jeremy Reiss at jreiss@erdalliance.org or (718) 784-0877
6:00pm-9:00pm
Ongoing
ERDA FCU Now Open!
The ERDA Federal Credit Union opened its doors April 26, and we invite all community members to come and open accounts! For more information, call the ERDA FCU at (718) 784-5050, or stop by during open hours at 13-03B 40th Avenue.
Hours:
Tuesdays 12:00pm-7:00pm
Thursdays 12:00pm-7:00pm
Fridays 12:00pm-7:00pm
Saturdays 10:00am-3:00pm
Pre-Employment Workshops
Are you unemployed or looking for a new career opportunity? Pre-employment workshops cover: developing a career plan, writing cover letters and resumes, interview techniques, navigating the office environment, and more. Call Lydia or Lenese at (718) 784-0877 for more information and to register for an info session! Held at ERDA, 12-11 40th Avenue.
Info sessions: Mondays and Thursdays 3:00-5:00pm
Computer Lab (for WFD participants)
Computer lab sessions provide an opportunity for online job search with guidance from career counselors. Please call Lydia or Lenese at (718) 784-0877 to learn more! Held at ERDA, 12-11 40th Avenue.
Mondays 10:00am-2:00pm
Tuesdays 10:00am-1:00pm and 6:00-8:00pm
Thursdays 10:00am-2:00pm
Fridays 10:00am-1:00pm
Computer Classes for Job Seekers
In partnership with New York Cares, ERDA offers beginner-level computer classes on Wednesday evenings. Call Lydia at (718) 784-0877 for more information or to register for the next session!
Free Budget and Credit Counseling Program
Stressed out by debt? Struggling to make ends meet? Economy got you worried? Call (718) 784-0877 or email FinancialFitness@erdalliance.org to enroll and meet with a financial counselor today to receive one-on-one help.
POS Food Stamp Application Site
Call Carmen M. at (718) 784-0877 for pre-screening to determine your eligibility and to set an appointment to have your application for food stamps completed electronically right here at ERDA, 12-11 40th Avenue.
Appointments are available Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 9:00am-5:00pm.
ERDA Scholars College Access Program
The ERDA Scholars program offers SAT classes, college application assistance, college tours, academic tutoring, and fun trips in an intensive program for students in 11th and 12th grades. Admission is competitive, by application and interview. Call Bethany or Sarah at (718) 784-0877 for more details or to request an application!
Early College Awareness Trips
This series of trips is for parents and children ages 6 and up. We will visit college campuses throughout the region to learn about what college has to offer and how you can start getting ready early! Transportation (Coach bus) and lunch are provided, and each trip includes an information session, campus tour, and fun activity for kids in the area. Parent/guardian chaperones are required for all children. Call Bethany at (718) 784-0877 for more details!
Related Services
Bread of Life Food Pantry
ERDA helps to operate the Center of Hope International's Bread of Life Food Pantry, located at 38-49 12th Street in Long Island City. Call the Center of Hope at (718) 784-4673 with any questions.
Operating hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 12:00-2:30pm.
Updated July 12, 2010.