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use, delinquency, violence, teen pregnancy, STDs, bullying, depression and other mental health problems.) Why: Nonacademic risk factors like absenteeism, mental illness, and substance abuse among youth are associated with adverse outcomes (e.g., high school dropout, criminal justice involvement, unemployment, etc.). Evidenced -based prevention, early intervention, and intensive, individualized interventions are needed to promote success and well-being of individuals, families, and the greater community. EVALUATION CRITERIA The proposals will be reviewed and evaluated by the Grant Review Sub -Committee, which consists of members of the Children's Services Advisory Committee and other citizens of Indian River County. STANDARDS FOR EVALUATION 1. The program addresses, directly or indirectly, one or more of the Children's Services Advisory Committee's Focus Areas. 2. The program incorporates a system to bring the target population in need of services to the program. 3. The program has a substantial impact, directly or indirectly, on the achievement of one or more of the Children's Services Advisory Committee's Focus Areas of Need and incorporates measurable objective data of outcomes to demonstrate such impact. 4. The focus of the program is early intervention: the prevention of a problem before it occurs rather than the treatment and rehabilitation of an individual after the problem occurs. 5. The amount of funding requested is a wise investment of community funds. The amount spent is reasonable relative to the number of persons served and the results achieved. 6. The agency offering the program has the organizational capacity to deliver the program successfully (management, financial stability, board effectiveness, community support, etc.) 7. The program is part of a coordinated, collaborative approach designed to achieve one of the Children's Services Advisory Committee's Focus Areas. RFP Instructions - 4 78