Diversity, Equity & Justice Resources
The BGCML Team has compiled a list of resources that we believe may assist all people of our community to fight for diversity, equity and justice.
Please see BGCML’s statement on recent events here.
Black Lives Matter at School
A website with tools and resources to facilitate conversations about race, including classroom appropriate lesson plans, guides on how to have tough conversations with peers and students, and more.
7 Virtual Mental Health Resources Supporting Black People Right Now
Scroll through this compiled list of mental health resources for black people ranging from digital wellness classes, low-cost therapy groups and more.
Tools to Address Current Events
Read through this article from Boys & Girls Club of the America about talking to youth about current and traumatic events.
Your Kids Aren’t Too Young to Talk About Race: Round Up of Resources
This large list of resources will provide help to parents and guardians who are talking about race at home. You will find books for adults and youth, an ongoing list of articles, toys, and other infographics to further the conversation about race.
Videos, lists, graphics, and more on Anti-Racism for all ages
This board of resources continues to grow offering a wide range of resources for anyone. You can find links to books, articles, podcasts, videos and more on this frequently updated board.
PREEMPTIVE LOVE: Love Anyway Podcast- Talking to kids about race
Listen to this podcast for a candid conversation about talking to kids about race. Rapper and Preemptive Love's artist-in-residence Propaganda, and his wife, university professor Dr. Alma Zaragoza-Petty, share their experiences growing up as people of color, explore how they've talked about racism with their children, and speak into what they want white parents to know about humility and allyship.
BuzzFeed: list of 22 Movies and Documentaries About Race
Need something new to watch tonight? try these and continue your education on diversity, equity and justice.
If you know of a resource that is not listed above that you believe would benefit the staff, youth, parents or community members please email info@bgclubmuskegon.com with the information.
FOOD
Muskegon Public Schools Food Delivery System -- Information & How to Register
Muskegon Heights Public School Academy Food Delivery System (weekly delivery starting April 22nd) -- Registration
Oakridge Public Schools Meal Delivery -- Registration
Oakridge Public Schools Meal Pickup -- Locations - Friday’s 11:30am - 12:30pm
Orchard View Public Schools Food Services -- Information
Double Up Food Bucks program will match Bridge Card sales up to $20 a day a family shops at participating farmers markets.
LEARNING RESOURCES
Muskegon Public Schools Learning Resources -- Parent Portal
Muskegon Heights Public School Academy Learning Resources -- Grade Level Plans
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
Muskegon Public Schools Family Engagement Support -- Information
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT
Muskegon Heights Public School Academy Student Chromebook/Tablet Distribution -- Registration
INTERNET ACCESS
Xfinity WiFi Hotspots (Free WiFi) - Click here
Spectrum Hotspots (Free WiFi) - Click here
Internet Essentials from Comcast (Low-Cost Internet) - Click here
Access from AT&T (Low-Cost Internet) - Click here
Spectrum Internet Assist (Low-Cost Internet) - Click here
MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT
Health West -- Community Resources
MEDICAL SUPPORT
Mercy Health Coronavirus/COVID-19 -- updates
UNEMPLOYMENT SUPPORT
Michigan Unemployment Information -- Information