Outcomes Overview
Case for Support
While there is a significant challenge to the Hope Center budget this year due to the end of the Kellogg Foundation funding, this Development Plan aims to address multiple funding vehicles in order to maximize current potential and increase partners so there is no interruption in the current level of services. The goal this year for the Hope Center is to maintain our programs and services at the level they are currently or greater.
The 2010 funding priorities for the Hope Center are based on our core programs which include:
1) Education
2) Employment
3) Kids Café
4) Kids Across America Camp
The Hope Center isn’t just providing Hope for today… we are providing hope tomorrow and for the future of children in our community.
What happens in our community without the Hope Center for Kids?
Studies show that from 3-6 p.m. juveniles are most likely to smoke, drink, be in a car crash, use drugs, and participate in criminal behavior. 40% of all juvenile crimes are committed from 3-6 p.m. and teens that are unsupervised after school are 37% more likely to become teen parents.
What happens when we have strong community partners?
Because of the Hope Center and our partners, children ages 5-19 years old have a safe, supportive place to be every day after school until 7 p.m. The Hope Center offers youth the opportunity to learn their strengths and be surrounded by educated and trained staff that genuinely cares about them.
Research shows that youth ages 10-16 who have a relationship with a mentor are 46% less likely to start using drugs and 27% less likely to start drinking alcohol. Students in after-school programs exhibit fewer behavioral problems, better ability to handle conflicts and improved self-confidence.
