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will be responsible for creating content and programming throughout the County's north, central, and south recreation areas with regular programs and activities meant just for them. These programs will be developed to build resilience, reduce stress, and increase positive physical and mental well-being. We aim to do this with the assistance and guidance of our community partners, and especially from those who work with pre-teens/teens daily. Topics for programming will include free and inclusive activities for teens and pre -teens that will • build a sense of community and friendship, • foster connection to community resources, • improve physical ability and wellness, • provide information on healthy nutritional choices, • and encourage productive ways to reduce and manage stress. The evaluation plan for the program funded by this grant will include measurable outcomes coupled with data provided from participants to ensure that the programs offered are providing a positive impact in their lives, as well as achieving the goals and objectives outlined in the grant proposal. While goals and objectives are still being developed, it is expected that at least 10% of the County's pre -teen to teen youth will participate at least once in a program each year the program is offered. A secondary goal is to have a return rate of at least 25% of the participants to the same or other programs offered throughout the grant period. We aspire that the programs offered will also connect our pre-teens/teens to other services and programs available throughout the County, expanding their ability to access resources and programs that they may be unaware of, thus enhancing their lives further. We have already received several letters of support from the Indian River County School District, United Way of Indian River County, Airmasters R/C Club, Young Adults of Vero Beach, Rotary Club of Vero Beach, and more are coming in each day. As always, we remain committed to improving the lives of all Indian River County residents and know that community partnerships are key to success. The funding requested in this grant cycle will be $300,000 for a three-year period and requires no match of County funds. Some County funds may be used to cover minor operating costs that are not eligible under the grant. FUNDING: There is no funding requested at this time, as this item is just for approval to submit a grant proposal. RECOMMENDATION: Staff respectfully recommend that the Board authorize staff to submit a grant proposal to the Florida Blue Foundation which, if awarded, will be brought back to the Board for approval. ATTACHMENTS: Florida Blue Foundation Notice of Funding Availability IRC Grant Form APPROVED AGENDA ITEM FOR MARCH 5, 2023 136