Grantees

Reduce the number of births to single women under 20 with a high school credential in Bennington County by focusing on high risk populations in the Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union.

Fortify a site in WRJ and to expand other sites around the state.

A site-based mentoring program in Brattleboro, VT.

A program for girls in Rutland County.

SMART Moves is an evidence-based prevention curriculum developed by the Boys and Girls Club of America desigend to discourage young people from using drugs, alcohol, tobacco, and from engaging in premature sexual activity

Northeast Kingdom Human Services, Inc. Children, Youth, and Families Services needs specialized sensory equipment to work with children who require additional supports for sensory regulation. The equipment purchased for a newly designed SMART (Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment) room will enhance mental health interventions for an anticipated 10 to 15 children and adolescents each week. The beneficiaries are youth who may have experienced complex trauma, may have an autism diagnosis, and need help with emotional, behavioral, and interpersonal regulation skills. The utilization of this equipment will enhance their social and emotional development and build resiliency and social connection.

Offer elementary school age children high quality and affordable afterschool programming.

Offer local elementary school age children high quality and affordable summer programming in the areas of art, technology, science, nature and physical health for four full weeks during summer break.