Applications received to date: 14
Total Amount Requested: $ 98,891.00
Website: http://www.bgcmanatee.org
Year Non-Profit Establish: 1946 and Non-Profit/Designation: 501-C(3) # 59-0675141
Mission Statement
To enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
How did you hear about our organization?
Lake Club’s connection to the Clubs via annual holiday giving to members in need.
What do you believe we can provide your organization?
The agency desires to build upon the existing positive relationship that has been established between the Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County and the Lake Club.
Financial investment and volunteer investment enhance program quality and expand opportunities for club members.
What will the grant be used for?
The agency is seeking investment to assist club members through two avenues.
A. YOUTH OF THE YEAR PROGRAM – Provide professionally appropriate clothing to the Youth of the Year finalist from each club. The agency now has seven club locations, with two clubs (DeSoto & Palmetto) also serving teenage members. A total of nine outfits would be purchased (7 for youth members and two for teen members). The Youth of the Year are celebrated at an annual dinner that showcases our finalists and builds to announcing the teen member who will represent the Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County throughout the community and at the state competition to name the Florida Youth of the Year. The agency seeks professional outfits for our teen finalist and a bit more formal clothing for the Jr. Youth of the Year finalist so they can shine extra bright when they are recognized in front of their families, teachers, and friends during the annual dinner.
The primary purpose of this program is to inspire and reward members to become their best selves. The Youth of the Year (and Jr. Youth of the Year) provides needed recognition to youth and teen members who are doing the right thing. Doing the right thing includes: improving your academics, improving your written and oral communication skills, staying away from risky behaviors, standing up for others in need, and participating/volunteering in club and community.
B. UNMET CLOTHING & HYGIENE NEEDS – Throughout the year, club staff consistently discover club members who need appropriate clothing, shoes, and personal hygiene products. These problems are typically present as kids are growing and maturing, and the family lacks the financial means to stay ahead of the needs of their growing children. 86% of club members qualify for the Free & Reduced Lunch Program, and 97% of club families are within or below the United Way’s ALICE definition (Asset Limited Income Constrained Employed).
Provide the grant amount you are seeking: $3,000.00
Do you provide services to Sarasota and/or Manatee County?
Yes
What is the financial impact per individual/program this grant will provide?
YOUTH OF THE YEAR
Youth – 7 Club Members X $100 = $700
Teens – 2 Club Members X $225 = $450
Subtotal – $1,150
UNMET CLOTHING & HYGIENE NEEDS
Youth Only Serving Clubs – 4 Clubs X $200 = $800 (Elementary school-based Clubs at Daughtrey, Manatee, Oneco, and Rogers-Garden).
Youth & Teen Serving Clubs – 3 Clubs X $350 = $1,050 (DeSoto, Palmetto, and Rubonia).
Subtotal – $1,850
TOTAL – $3,000
Please provide the estimated number of women, children and families impacted.
YOUTH OF THE YEAR
A total of nine youth will be directly served (7 youth and 2 teens). This would typically represent nine different families.
UNMET CLOTHING & HYGIENE NEEDS
Youth Only Club Sites – Estimate 37 youth and teens will be directly served ($1,850 / $50 = 37).
TOTAL – 46 youth and teens directly served
Is there a matching grant? No
If yes, indicate donation source:
May we tour your facility? Yes
Do you wish to speak to our Grant Chair about your application?
No
What reciprocal benefit can you provide our organization.
Recognition of the investment can include a ceremonial check photo. The Giving Circle’s logo would be used in postings on the BGCMC social media accounts, written and verbal recognition at the Youth of the Year Celebration dinner, two complimentary seats at the celebration dinner, and recognition in any press release.
Proof of Non-Profit Status
https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/15/2019-IRS-Determination-Ltr-8-20-2019.pdf
Organization’s Logo
https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/15/BGCMC-Logo-High-Resolution-150×150.jpg
Project/Program-specific budget:
https://tlcwcf.org/wp-content/uploads/formidable/15/Budget-Youth-of-Year-2027.docx
Guide Star Profile/Rating (if applicable): Â
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