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EXHIBIT A PROGRAM COVER PAGE Children's Services Advisory Committee 2023-24 Grant Application Organization Name: Youth Guidance Donation Fund of Indian River County, Inc. Executive Director Name: Phil M Barnes Organization Address: 1028 20th Place, Vero Beach, FL 32960 Executive Director Email: pbarnes(d)-youthguidanceprogram. org Executive Director Phone: (772) 492-3933 Program Director Name: Andrew Edgcomb Program Director Email: aedgcomb -youthquidanceprogram.orq Program Director Phone: (772) 492-3933 Name of Program: The Mentoring Academy Focus Area: Quality Remediation and Enrichment Programs Description of the Program: Youth Guidance is the longest running mentoring program in Indian River County, providing positive adult role models for children from low-income families since 1973. When children enter our doors, they receive a healthy meal, gain access to caring mentors, and participate in positive programs to identify a pathway out of poverty. All programs and meals are provided free of charge. We serve low-income youth ages 5-24. Our services are delivered through three components: 1. Group Mentoring: Youth participate in small group programs led by a Group Leader and adult volunteers. All volunteers and staff must pass a Level 2 Background Check. We strive for an intimate ratio of 1 adult per 4 students. Programs emphasize the following: 1. Academic enrichment; 2. Life skills; and 3. Vocational training 2. One -on -One Mentoring: Our evidence -based, one-on-one mentoring program pairs a caring adult mentor with a student, offering the opportunity for an even deeper and more meaningful relationship. One- on-one mentors agree to a one-year commitment to meet with the child a minimum of two hours per week. 3. Parent Aide: The newest addition to Youth Guidance programming, the Parent Aide program utilizes an evidence -based approach from the National Exchange Club. Trained staff members visit the homes of children who are enrolled in Youth Guidance and are at risk of abuse and neglect. They provide supportive and educational services to parents to help them become advocates for their children's success. C.