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Youthlinks

What are the desired outcomes of the program?
To empower youth to commit to themselves and their community, broaden their horizons, and acquire healthy life skills through focused enrichment programs and meaningful volunteer opportunities.
Does the program serve a specific population
Yes
Does the program have a “theory of change” or a “program logic model?
No
I am willing to be contacted by other registrants about my program
Yes
If so, whom?
Youth ages 11-17
Name
Carole Martin
Phone #
207-594-2221

Youthlinks is a program of Broadreach Family & Community Services that provides community service, leadership and enrichment opportunities to youth ages 11-17 in mid-coast Maine.

The Pangaea Project

Does the program serve a specific population
Yes
Does the program have a “theory of change” or a “program logic model?
No
I am willing to be contacted by other registrants about my program
Yes
If so, whom?
Low income high school students
Name
Kimberley Wright
Phone #
503.544.5760

The Pangaea Project is a nine-month leadership development program that empowers low-income high school students to become local community leaders with global perspectives.

CampInteractive

Website
http://campinteractive.org/
Does the program serve a specific population
Yes
Does the program have a “theory of change” or a “program logic model?
No
I am willing to be contacted by other registrants about my program
Yes
If so, whom?
Underprivileged inner city youth of New York.
Name
Suszannah Warner
Phone #
212.481.INSPIRE(4677)

CampInteractive (CI) is a small non-profit organization that inspires underprivileged inner city youth to develop self-confidence through a unique year-round program combining nature and technology

Community Bridges, Inc.

Website
http://www.communitybridges-md.org/
What are the desired outcomes of the program?
For diverse young girls to become exceptional students, positive leaders, and healthy young women.
Does the program serve a specific population
Yes
Does the program have a “theory of change” or a “program logic model?
No
I am willing to be contacted by other registrants about my program
Yes
If so, whom?
Most program participants are from low-income or immigrant backgrounds in the Silver Spring, Maryland, community.
Name
Ana Lopez
Phone #
301.585.7155

Community Bridges believes that all girls are infinitely capable of succeeding in life as strong and confident young women.

Spark the Wave

What are the desired outcomes of the program?
To incite teens to create positive change in their community for generations to come.
Does the program serve a specific population
Yes
Does the program have a “theory of change” or a “program logic model?
No
I am willing to be contacted by other registrants about my program
Yes
If so, whom?
Teens in Philadelphia and Washington, DC communities.
Name
Bill Gallagher
Phone #
202.686.4354

Spark the Wave is a tax-exempt, non-profit corporation that wants to encourage and empower youth through educational opportunities and programs, to take the lead in meeting the needs of their communit

The Southwest Youth Collaborative

What are the desired outcomes of the program?
To support the youth of Southwest Chicago to become successful and active members of society.
Does the program serve a specific population
Yes
Does the program have a “theory of change” or a “program logic model?
No
I am willing to be contacted by other registrants about my program
Yes
If so, whom?
Youth between the ages of 5-19 living in southwest Chicago.
Name
David Marques
Phone #
(773) 476-3534

The Southwest Youth Collaborative (SWYC) is a community-based network of youth and community development organizations working together in five diverse neighborhoods on the southwest side of Chicago.

The Johnson Intern Program

Does the program serve a specific population
Yes
Does the program have a “theory of change” or a “program logic model?
No
I am willing to be contacted by other registrants about my program
Yes
If so, whom?
College graduates ages 21-30.
Name
Susan Gladin
Phone #
919-929-2193

The Johnson Intern Program invites 8 young adults to a ten-month intern/volunteer experience of social justice, leadership training, intentional community living, and spiritual formation.

The House, Inc

What are the desired outcomes of the program?
To redefine the statistics that face the teenage population.
Does the program serve a specific population
Yes
Does the program have a “theory of change” or a “program logic model?
No
I am willing to be contacted by other registrants about my program
Yes
If so, whom?
Teenagers in the Virginia area.
Phone #
703-928-1402

The House, Inc is a youth development center that offers comprehensive academic, enrichment, and recreational programs that gives teenagers permission to dream again, visionary leadership, and fun ex

Fresh Youth Initiatives (FLI)

Does the program serve a specific population
Yes
Does the program have a “theory of change” or a “program logic model?
No
I am willing to be contacted by other registrants about my program
Yes
If so, whom?
The typical FYI participant is 10-18 years old, of either Latino or African-American descent, and lives in a family with an income close to or below the poverty line. Academically, they are usually in the "middle of the pack"- the kid who often fall between the cracks of the educational system because they are neither underachievers nor are they "gifted" - but who have tremendous potential if given the attention and encouragement of a supportive environment. Most participants live in our home community of Washington Heights, in Upper Manhattan, New York City.
Name
JoAnn Santiago
Phone #
212 781 1113

Our mission is to support and encourage the efforts of young people in Washington Heights to design and carry out community service projects, develop leadership skills, fulfill their potential and rea

Future Leaders of America (FLA)

What are the desired outcomes of the program?
To foster a greater awareness and participation in responsible leadership in a global and democratic society.
Does the program serve a specific population
Yes
Does the program have a “theory of change” or a “program logic model?
No
I am willing to be contacted by other registrants about my program
Yes
If so, whom?
Latino youth
Phone #
(805) 642-6208

FLA addresses the pitfalls of low expectations, low academic achievement, and risky behavior involving sex, drugs, and gangs, through a tangible, structured, multi-year program for English and Spanish

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