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Causes: Children & Youth, Youth Centers & Clubs
Results: Very low rescidivism rates in justice programs, lower referrals, better student body moral in other programs.
Target demographics: Youth ages ten to seventeen. Other specifics vary by program.
Direct beneficiaries per year: Varies with program, total of all programs: 2500
Geographic areas served: Golden Crescent - Calhoun, DeWitt, Goliad, Gonzales, Jackson, Lavaca and Victoria Counties, Texas
Programs: Lighthouse 2911 offers different programs for youth in the Golden Crescent area. Our "PALS" program tangibly assists 10-17 year old youth at risk of or currently dealing with the juvenile justice system. Our "Be The Change" program provides an intense one day program for high school freshmen, dealing head on with teen issues like suicide, bullying, eating disorders, labeling, etc. Our "SafeDate" program provides an open discussion on teen dating issues from the perspective of both sexes, gives guidance on what is appropriate, excepted, and expected. "Beautiful You" addresses self-esteem issues for young ladies.