The People's Money (2021-2022)
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Scope: Bronx Community Board 06 (East Tremont)
Budget: $40,000
Mentoring is essential in the underrepresented population and it rings true in the Belmont & East Tremont sections of the Bronx. Mentors provide valuable insight and practical knowledge based on their years of experience and can cover a variety of topics; ranging from education to career development. The “I Am Determined” project is a mentorship program targeting the 15-21 year old youth in the community.
GOALS: Please write down one or two goals of the project • Goal 1: To provide the 15-21 year residents the opportunity to meet professionals and prominent role models and to hear the stories behind their success consisting of both the ups and downs. We also will be facilitating 1 on 1s and personal time. OUTCOMES: Please write down the outcomes you hope to achieve for this project Outcome 1: To gain a better understanding of the mentee/mentor relationship and the value of the relationship • How many people do you expect it will serve/benefit? Estimated number is fine as well: 20.
Personnel (PS) 25,000.00 Other Than Personnel (OTPS) 10,200.00 ADMINISTRATION (not to exceed 12%) 4,800.00 TOTAL (not to exceed $40,000) 40,000.00
Next level College Prep
This program is designed to provide the youth from 14-21 with the...
Next level College Prep
Scope: Bronx Community Board 06 (East Tremont)
Budget: $40,000
This program is designed to provide the youth from 14-21 with the essential tools needed to prepare them for college. It will give the youth the opportunity to interact with college advisors/admission directors and existing students from the NYC area.
GOALS: Please the write down one or two goals of the project Goal 1: To jump start the youth’s thinking about the college admission process and to begin to document what success looks like to them. OUTCOMES: Please write down the outcomes you hope to achieve for this project Outcome 1: Preparing students for the transition from high school to college such as: • Meeting new people (other students from different backgrounds) • Easing the pressures of campus life; in being able to manage. • Time management • How many people do you expect it will serve/benefit? Estimated number is fine as well: 50-60
Personnel (PS) 20,000.00 Other Than Personnel (OTPS) 15,200.00 AMINISTRATION (not to exceed 12%) 4,800.00 TOTAL (not to exceed $40,000) 40,000
job preparation/career training
This program is designed to provide the youth with the tools need...
job preparation/career training
Scope: Bronx Community Board 06 (East Tremont)
Budget: $40,000
This program is designed to provide the youth with the tools needed to successfully prepare for the job/career of their choice. We will invite employers of major companies and local organizations to speak to them regarding - Dressing for success - Resume building - Interviewing
GOALS: Please write down one or two goals of the project • Goal 1: To take the mystery out of job searching. With such a frustrating process, we want the youth to better understand what it takes to compete in a competitive marketplace. • Goal 2 (optional): Youth will develop specific knowledge, skills and techniques that would be useful in the obtaining a job • OUTCOMES: Please write down the outcomes you hope to achieve for this project • Outcome 1: The participants will walk away with a stronger appreciation of the job searching process and the tools available to be successful. • How many people do you expect it will serve/benefit? Estimated number is fine as well: 50
Personnel (PS) 20,000 Other Than Personnel (OTPS) 15,800.00 AMINISTRATION (not to exceed 12%) 4,200.00 TOTAL (not to exceed $40,000) 40,000.00
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