The Institute of Youth, Family, and Community (federal agency ID 1200|12H3|12348V-A) awarded a $358,335 Project Grant to The Ohio State University under the Cooperative Extension Service (CFDA 10.500) program. The grant, entitled "Pathways for Appalachian Youth Success (PAYS)", will fund an afterschool mentoring program for at-risk, rural youth in grades 2-8 living in poverty in Adams and Vinton counties, Ohio. The program will be delivered weekly during the school year with family and summer engagement activities, providing participants the opportunity to develop a personal success portfolio, explore career pathways, and build positive relationships with adult and teen mentors. The mentoring experience will be provided by OSU staff and 4-H volunteers, addressing the need for adult mentors outside the family structure and overcoming transportation barriers through vouchers and alternative bussing. The program will be evaluated utilizing feedback from mentees, mentors, parents, teachers, and staff to assess targeted outcomes. The grant period runs from Sep 30, 2024 to Sep 29, 2027.
Mod # | Description | Reason For Modification | Federal Obligation (Click to sort descending) | Date (Click to sort ascending) |
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| Not listed | $358.3k | 9/10/24 |