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Causes: Human Services, Neighborhood Centers, Unknown
Mission: To serve as a catalyst for change, supporting individuals and families through excellent community services to overcome the impact of poverty.
Programs: Youth development services (yds) - offered after-school, in-school, and summer programs that served 3,125 youth ages 6-18 at 7 sites in south texas: san antonio (2 sites), pharr, corpus christi, sonora, alice, and wimberley. The goal of yds is to assist participants in acquiring the life and academic skills necessary for personal success. Programs are built around four pillars and include academic achievement, reduction of risk, exploring college and career pathways, and leadership development. See schedule o for continuation.
family development services (fds) - provided immediate assistance, case management, counseling, adult education (ged/esl, citizenship, computer classes), for 2,233 adults ages 16 and above. The number served included 553 individuals, ages 60 and above, who also received specialized support in the organization's nationally accredited senior center, including nutrition, health, and wellness services. See schedule o for continuation.
child development services (cds) - offered comprehensive child care for 146 children ages 6 weeks-5 years in a nurturing and educational environment that offers high quality care as it supports each child's achievement of age-appropriate growth and development. Early head start served 19 children ages 6 weeks-3 years old and their families in a program designed to support quality improvement, child development and family well-being.