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Home My WebLink AboutItem N2 N2 BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COUNTY of MONROE Mayor James K.Scholl,District 3 The Florida Keys Mayor Pro Tern Michelle Lincoln,District 2 Craig Cates,District 1 David Rice,District 4 Holly Merrill Raschein,District 5 Board of County Commissioners Meeting May 21, 2025 Agenda Item Number: N2 2023-3950 BULK ITEM: Yes DEPARTMENT: Sheriffs Office TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 2025 Grant Approval. ITEM BACKGROUND: PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION: Approved INSURANCE REQUIRED: No CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: DOCUMENTATION: BOCC Approval Letter.pdf #32 Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition, Inc..pdf #1 Literacy Volunteers.pdf #2 Easter Seals.pdf #3 Florida Keys Area Health Education Center(Keys AHEC Health Centers).pdf #4 Key West Preschool Co-Op.pdf #5 Good Health Clinic.pdf #6 Keys to Be the Change.pdf #7 Guidance Care Center.pdf #8 Dolphins to Stop Domestic Violence.pdf #9 A Positive Step.pdf #10 Monroe Emergency Reserve Corps (MERC).pdf #11 MARC House.pdf #12 Salvation Army.pdf 3506 #13 Last Resort Ministry.pdf #14 Kids Come First in the Florida Keys.pdf #15 Boy Scouts of America.pdf #16 Educational Coalition for Monroe County(ECMC).pdf #17 Samuel's House.pdf #18 Zonta Club of Marathon.pdf #19 Grace Jones Community Center.pdf #20 Womank-ind.pdf #21 Autism Society.pdf #22 Wesley House Family Services.pdf #23 Volunteers of America of Florida.pdf #24 Anchors Aweigh Club.pdf #25 Key Wst Botanical Garden Society.pdf #26 Heart of the Keys Recreation Assoc. ak-a Marathon Rec Ctr..pdf #27 Independence Cay.pdf #28 KAIR(Keys Area Interdenominational Resources).pdf #29 Pawsitive Beginnings, Inc..pdf #30 Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation.pdf #31 Florida Keys Children's Shelter.pdf FINANCIAL IMPACT: Source of Funds: MCSO Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 3507 .. . 1III I IIIf pp II S 1Ic I j� III April 16, 2025 Christine Hurley, County Administrator Gato Building 1100 Simonton Street Key West, Florida 33040 RE: Agenda Item — Approval of FY 2025 recommendations of the M.C. Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund Advisory Board. Dear Ms. Hurley: I would like to request that the Commission approve the 2025 recommendations of the Monroe County Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund Advisory Board. The amount of $250,000.00 was available and enclosed are the recommendation totals made for the various organizations. Please feel free to contact my General Counsel, Patrick McCullah or myself should you have any questions or concerns regarding this request. Sincerely m*� Rick Ramsay Sheriff of Monroe County RR/mq Enclosure ....,.. ko 3508 2025 SAFF Recommendation FAmt Recommended i11,1 Or anization 1 Literacy Volunteers $9,700.00 2 Easter Seals $7,025.00 3 Florida Keys Area Health Education Center(AHEC) $9,842.86 4 Key West Preschool Co-Op $6,214.29 5 Good Health Clinic $9,561.86 6 Keys to Be the Change $8,985.71 7 Guidance/Care Center $8,588.57 8 Dolphins to Stop Domestic Violence $5,522.86 9 A Positive Step $9,700.00 10 Monroe Emergency Reserve Corps(MERC) $2,000.00 11 MARC House $9,842.86 12 Salvation Army $8,557.14 13 Last Resort Ministry $7,000.00 14 Kids Come First in the Florida Keys $9,557.14 15 Boy Scouts of America $4,564.29 16 The Educational Coalition for Monroe County(ECMC) $9,128.57 17 Samuel's House $9,557.14 18 Zonta Club of Marathon $4,992.86 19 Grace Jones Community Center $10,000.00 20 Womankind $9,842.86 21 Autism Society of the Keys $8,726.72 22 Wesley House $7,000.00 23 Volunteers of America of Florida $6,628.57 t gh $7,628.57 :Leys anical Garden Society $5,414.29 26 Rec. Assoc a/k/a Marathon Rec Ctr. $8,485.71 27 Independence Cay $8,480.71 28 Keys Area Interdenominational Resources- KAIR $8,500.00 29 Pawsitive Beginnings, Inc. $4,500.00 30 Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation $5,000.00 31 Florida Keys Children's Shelter $9,350.71 32 Florida keys Healthy Start Coalition $10,000.00 $249,899.29 3509 � 202 Sheriff's Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 5. s red S a ,. 7-1 Ap licant Identification Name f Organization: FloridaHealthy tarot Calitiori, irmc ,25 Address: P.O.O� Box 6166, KeyWest, FL 33041 Authorized Representative: Arianna N. Nesbitt, Chief Executive Officer Yp Contact Person: Arianna N. Nesbitt, Chief Executive Officer ri Telephone: (305) 293-8424 E-mail: ceo(a)-Keys HealthySta rt.org Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency ❑ Private, non-profit organization pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c) (3) or(4) Title of Project: Keys to KJids Safety Type of Request: ® Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) ❑ Non-recurring funds (e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs Amount of Request: $10,000.00 If your request is for multiple year funding, please check here ❑ and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to the Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? ® Yes ❑ No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. • Ocean Reef Community Foundation $38,000 (pending-funded in previous years) • Klaus Murphy Foundation $25,000 (pending-funded in previous years) • Batchelor Foundation $25,000 (pending-funded in previous years) • Private Family Foundation $15,000 (funded) If your organization has a Board of Directors, please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the use of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. (Please See Attached.) This application addresses (please check all that apply): ❑ Law Enforcement ® Crime Prevention ❑ Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment ® Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults ❑ Cultural, Artistic, Educational, Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth Date: . ' Z � -.. g Si nature: Please note: Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida apply to these proceedings, any information in this application may be available to the public. 1 3510 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state and local funds. 3. Compliance with all Federal Civil Rights Law. 4. Compliance with all Federal Laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director, trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal law or state law; or, b) convicted of any drug offense. 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefits will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules, regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and never has been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature: nw , � mn?'Applicant's Name: Arianna N. Nesbitt z 3511 Abstract: A grief suinvirnary of the project(who, what, where, why, wheri, Ihow acid t°iow urriuich). The Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition (FKHSC) is celebrating 32+ years of keeping families safe and healthy in Monroe County. FKHSC provides safety education and equipment to ensure children are safe and parents are supported and informed. We are the only organization providing this service for families in our community. FKHSC addresses safety issues with all interested Monroe County parents through a proven and established network of community partners, monthly playgroups, individual appointments, and outreach through the Coalition's six core programs. Funds awarded locally are leveraged to request additional support from private family foundations and donors. Our Keys to Kids Safety program saves lives and prevents devastating consequences for families and the entire community. In 2024, our program had the following impact on children's safety in Monroe County: - Our team of Certified Passenger Technicians taught over 220 families how to properly install their car seats throughout the Florida Keys - Technicians found that 86% of the car seats inspected were installed incorrectly - and parents were unaware they were not following proper safety recommendations. - Additionally, for families who could not afford their own seats, FKHSC distributed over 162 reduced or no-cost car seats making sure families had both the equipment and education necessary to keep their children safe while traveling - Our team provided families with 112 baby beds and 352 sleep-sacks to keep their babies safe while sleeping - We also provided 800+ families with over 100,000 diapers and 80,000 wipes ensuring families had the supplies necessary for childcare centers allowing them to return to work - We properly fitted and gave away over 15 baby and toddler helmets to keep riders safe - Our effective partnership with the Monroe County Sheriff's Office and Key West Police Department allows the Coalition to provide education and equipment to families out of compliance with the State's child passenger safety laws and helps to prevent criminal sanctions for these parents Safety data from the State of Florida indicates Monroe County children are at greater safety risk than most Florida children. Our area's high cost of living and the increasing poverty rate for children in our community are significant factors when parents are faced with paying rent and feeding their families versus buying the necessary equipment to keep their children safe. Parents want to do the best they can for their children by providing a safe environment but need education and resources to support their efforts. Our ability to offer a car seat, bike helmet, or baby bed unburdens families and keeps children safe and healthy. The most recent Children's Safety Network study for Florida indicates that 25% of fatalities in children ages 0-4 were cases where children were not restrained while in a vehicle. The same study indicates car safety seats can reduce fatalities by 71% for infants and 54% for toddlers ages 1-4. Booster seats reduce the risk of serious injury by 45% for children ages 4 to 8 years. In addition, Florida ranks first in the top ten states for bicycle fatalities. Helmets have been shown to reduce the risk of head injury by 85% to protect children from preventable injuries and deaths. Many parents are still unsure about safe sleep practices and often have questions about bed-sharing, blankets, sleeping positions, and cribs. Our safe sleep component of Keys to Kids Safety provides parents with the appropriate education, information, and equipment to ensure babies in the Keys are protected from dangers like choking, suffocation, and sudden infant death syndrome. FKHSC is requesting the maximum amount allowed through the application process of$10,000 to complete funding coverage of our program across the Keys and allow us to pursue our goal for every child in Monroe County to have the necessary equipment and education to ensure their safety. The ongoing success of our current program is dependent upon a partnership of funding sources between the Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Fund, the Ocean Reef Community Foundation, and two private family foundations. FKHSC would have to consider decreasing services from Marathon to Key West without adequate funding through SAFF even though 70% of the County's population and children reside here. We must continue to educate, equip, and empower parents to protect the physical health of our community's children and to support compliance with child passenger safety laws. 3 3512 A lication: Rorida Keys Healthy Start Coalition's 26Keys to Kids Safety" (pages 4 through 9) A... Introduction. Descln°ibe the overall orgainiiizatiioirm" its qualllliifiication relllevaint to this request" and its capacity to nrnartage the project. The Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition (The Coalition, FKHSC) unites people and resources to improve the health and well-being of pregnant women, children, and their families in Monroe County. The Coalition's six core programs ensure pregnant women and children receive necessary supportive services without regard to their ability to pay: cost should not be a barrier to the safety, health, and well-being of children. FKHSC is celebrating 32 years of serving Keys families. Our demonstrated success makes us the most qualified organization to serve pregnant women and their families in the Keys. Our Keys to Kids Safety program launched in 2007 and has changed the landscape of safety for families over the past 18 years. The Coalition serves over three-fourths of the approximately 700 babies born in Monroe County each year before, during, and after pregnancy. We continue to support families until their children reach kindergarten (and often beyond) and serve thousands of children ages 0-5 annually. Pregnancy affords us a nine-month window of opportunity to build relationships with families, provide preventative and intervening services, and break generational cycles reaching the goal of healthy and thriving families. FKHSC is Monroe County's organization specifically helping families before, during, and after pregnancy. We do this through the following core programs: • Healthy Start provides multilingual risk intervention services to pregnant women, children birth to three years of age, and their families through the Monroe County Health Department. Individual services are free of charge and include care coordination, assistance accessing prenatal care and transportation to service providers, nutritional and breastfeeding education and support, and parent education. Also included are home visits, stress management, parenting skills, smoking cessation counseling, childbirth education, baby-spacing information, and help accessing financial assistance for pregnancy and infant care costs. These services are vital to ensuring babies are born into our community fully developed with prepared families. • II°lealthy Babies addresses the health and well-being of mom and baby during pregnancy and the first few months of life. Through subsidized prenatal medical care (now in partnership with Womankind, RHN and LKMC), supportive mental health services, transportation to vital medical appointments, childbirth and breastfeeding education, lactation counseling, and labor doula services we are able to ensure babies are born healthy to prepared parents. This program is proven to reduce the cost of prenatal care and birth as well as improve birth outcomes and reduce incidences of PMAD challenges after babies are born. • Keys ,to Kids Safety helps parents and caregivers to provide a safe environment to raise their children through the provision of education, support, and safety supplies. We address vehicle and bike safety, safe sleep practices, home environment support, and poison prevention. We conduct safety events with car seat inspection and installation, provide education to community members and, in some cases, provide low-cost or no-cost car seats, bicycle helmets, cribs, and other necessary safety equipment to parents, caregivers, and agency personnel. Our team p 9 g Y p empowers and educates underserved populations to "�c keep their children safe. This holistic approach fosters a developing child's sense of safety and security, improving their physical and mental well-being. • Keys to Growling Kids facilitates family health and education workshops, early childhood developmental playgroups, and parent support groups. Our Tot Times " focus on developing fine motor skills and cover themes like nutrition, music, and art. Our staff read stories, sing songs, and paint pictures alongside children and their parents. Each Tot Time provides a 4 3513 healthy snack and nutrition education as well as referrals for families in need of food assistance/extra support. Wiggles & Giggles focuses on gross motor skill development, socialization, and family bonding through dance studios, tumble mats, exercise balls, trampolines, musical instruments, and goal- oriented movement. We host several Tot Time and Wiggles & Giggles early educational playgroups each month throughout the Florida Keys. Parents and caregivers have the opportunity to meet new friends with young children, ask questions of other parents and professionals, and spend quality time with their little ones. Our groups ensure children are meeting and exceeding developmental milestones and are ready and thriving by the time they enter kindergarten. • Keys to Stipporting Families addresses economic challenges and social determinants of health by providing baby supplies such as diapers, strollers, formula, baby food, clothing, and much more. With this year's national formula shortage and recalls, FKHSC has consistently covered the gap to make sure families can provide proper nutrition support for their infants. FKHSC has become the "go-to" agency for food assistance for pregnant women, infants, and young children by providing specialty formulas, breastfeeding education, and as-needed additional nutritional support. We are the only program in the county that provides families with enough diapers and wipes to meet the requirement of childcare centers, ensuring parents can continue working. Through the provision of costly yet vital baby items and supplies, our support allows families' finite resources to cover other costs and basic needs, especially housing, utilities, and food. • Keys To (Hope provides support to parents and families who have experienced the loss of a pregnancy, baby, or child. This program is comprised of trained community liaisons, licensed mental health professionals, and families who have been through this experience and are dedicated to being there for other families. The Keys to Kids Safety program is highly-praised, established county-wide, and the only program of its kind in the Keys. FKHSC launched Keys to Kids Safety in 2007 when we discovered there was nowhere else to get car seats checked or installed in the Keys. In order to address this critically important need, we've spent the past 18 years recruiting and coordinating a team of thoroughly trained and nationally certified volunteer technicians (including sheriff's deputies, police officers, fire rescue personnel, hospital staff, and other community members) who have assisted at more than 80 FKHSC safety events. Our services include car seat installation and inspection events held throughout the County, as well as individual assistance when requested. These certified technicians provide the necessary community education for parents to safely transport their children. As needs in our community grew, so did our services. Beyond our life-saving child passenger program, over the years we've added water and pool safety, bicycle helmets, baby beds, sleep-sacks, diapers, and home environment safety to our program. SAFF funding will sustain our car seat safety program, facilitate additional requirements associated with booster seat legislation for older children, provide infant and toddler helmets, provide pack `n' plays for safe sleep, and meet other community children's safety needs. The existing funding partnership between the Ocean Reef Community Foundation f in the Upper Keys and SAFF funding in the Middle and Lower Keys has historically ensured the Coalition's ability to meet the needs of our entire community's children. Our program staff located in the Upper Keys, Middle Keys, and Lower Keys build relationships with families and are able to identify and support miiit o� . the safety needs of children in our community. Local partners consistently refer clients to our organization as an outlet for families needing additional resources and support given our established reputation in this area of service to Monroe County. These existing partnerships and our 32-year track record position us for continued success at delivering safety equipment and education to children and families in the Keys. 5 3514 lB., Goals, Objectives and Outcomes (What needs to be done). Supply docurnerstat'ion of the need if it is available. The Coalition ensures families are aware of the safety needs of their children and then affords them the tools necessary to act. Parents leave individual sessions, playgroups, and events feeling empowered to protect their children and keep them safe. Goal 1: Provide County-wide child safety education and outreach resulting in increased parental involvement and empowerment through continued partnership with law enforcement, first responders, and other community partners. Objective: Teach 300 parents proper safety techniques through our community outreach, individual referrals, and interventions to increase parental confidence and ability to protect their children; to include the provision of appropriate equipment to 100 families in the Keys. Outcome: Increase in parent involvement and changed behaviors relating to the health and safety of their children, and compliance with legal regulations while children are traveling. Goal 2: Provide essential services and necessary equipment to 100% of Monroe County residents requesting such assistance to fully meet community need. Obiective: Reach 100 new families through the Keys for Kids Safety program in the Keys to increase accessibility of safety information and equipment for the following safety categories: vehicle, bike, safe sleep and home safety for Monroe County parents who are identified as experiencing barriers to this information and equipment. Outcome: Decreased incidence of injury or death while children are traveling, playing in their home, sleeping, or enjoying Monroe County's beautiful environment; building a culture of community safety and enhanced quality of life in the Florida Keys. g g (Why this project Is liirnl ourtaurut to tlll�ne cornirnun'i'C. ac�� •ouinlu and ni n��n °mcanrnee � II a my Over the past few years, greater economic challenges have significantly impacted the needs of Coalition clients and their ability to provide for their families. Our area's rapidly increasing cost of living, prohibitive housing costs, lack of purchase points for necessary safety equipment and escalating poverty rate of children in our community pose a significant barrier to consumer spending on necessary safety-related items for the protection of our most vulnerable citizens. Poverty has been identified as one of the leading risk factors contributing to unintentional incidents of injury. In the 2021 ALICE report, 43% of Monroe County households already lived below the ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) threshold. The ALICE report also states that basic essentials in the "Household Survival Budget" (Housing, Childcare, Food, Transportation, Health Care, and Taxes) were more ''% expensive in Monroe County than anywhere else in Florida. FKHSC provides preventative services that keep children safe, fed, and meeting developmental milestones while educating and supporting their parents and families. This year, yet again, we have witnessed both an increased number of clients served and an increased need. Our safety program has received an unprecedented amount of requests for assistance with car seats and travel equipment. Families who can no longer afford to keep their vehicles turned to us for help with car seat and r, stroller combinations so they could keep their children safe while using public transit. Due to unpredictable price hikes, inflation, and essential baby item shortages, requests for support for safety equipment, diapers, and other baby essfamilies continuesntials to rise. ' ies with limited dresourcess vital that we rovide o tions and su ort for, 6 3515 FKHSC's program staff of trained educators report parents are not expending their limited funds on some of the most basic and important child-safety needs. Professional staff routinely provide interventions to reduce risks and improve health and safety outcomes but report infants and children have been found in the following dangerous situations: riding in cars without safety seats; sleeping in hazardous conditions known to lead to suffocation and infant death; living in homes without any child-proofing, exposing children to poisons and other household dangers; being transported on bicycles without safety gear; extending time spent in an unchanged diaper, or using expired or diluted formula. For example, our staff provided over 100,000 diapers last year to families in need so they would not have to choose between paying rent or keeping their babies safe and out of the ER due to severe diaper rash. These situations all increase a child's likely need for medical intervention. Parents are sometimes forced to make challenging or impossible decisions based on their limited resources and understanding. FKHSC works to ensure we can provide the support and supplies necessary to prevent these avoidable challenges. Children living in Monroe County are at an increased risk of injury or death given the unique demographic and geographic constraints or our community. Monroe County's roadways consistently rank as the most dangerous in many traffic indicators for small counties in Florida and include significantly higher numbers of traffic crashes involving injuries, total fatality and injury accidents, alcohol-related bicycle and pedestrian incidents, and aggressive driving crashes. The implications for injuries resulting from an avoidable safety-related injury can be long-lasting and have a far greater impact than on the child alone. Dv "raorget IPopulatioin (Who lilllll be served specCuficailly Age Reinder Special Cliiurcuunnstances°' ) The Kids to Keys' Safety program is not limited by age or gender. FKHSC serves all Monroe County parents/caregivers, children and their families requesting services; Families receiving services typically have children ages 0-5, though often children through age 8 require booster seats while traveling in cars. We strive to ensure that our limited resources are going to help those families most in need. Ea Alr ;)roach lViethod. (Flow will the project be done? Wlheire will lilt t.:w doine? lien?What staffliiirig is re uuliir-ed?) The Keys to Kids Safety program is offered in conjunction with other Coalition programs through our strong County-wide infrastructure serving Keys' families. We utilize community resources, media connections, and explore both current (MCSO, KWPD, DOH, MCSD, ELC, etc.) and new year-round partnerships to reach our broader target audience of all families with children. Parents in need of specific items, or with concerns about their child's safety, can self-refer or be referred by community partners from law enforcement, social service, and health care disciplines. SAFF funding will allow the Coalition to maintain our current program in the Middle and Lower Keys. Ai While always known as the 'pregnancy' resource in the Keys, FKHSC's growing community presence as the go to agency for children's safety requires increased organizational support. The Coalition has effectively employed an innovative hybrid approach to volunteers and program staff % integration to execute this program. Our program is dependent upon �� partnerships with other agencies to avoid duplication of services and maximize !VON service delivery throughout Monroe County. FKHSC serves as a well- established referral resource when families have been cited as non-compliant with existing child passenger laws - and an effective deterrent to prevent criminal sanctions. We plan to continue to use our partnerships, our Healthy Start network, our trained volunteers, and our FTE Certified Instructors to conduct community events as well as one-on-one scheduled appointments throughout the year. ;,'D�� lG1 i 7 3516 Resources and costs. (Flow Mucii'm will it cost` (Include detailed budgetw What o'tlll'leir resources are avamlable 'tor the plroject t)escrmlbe the olrganmzatmollrmws 'fmscall capalbmhtmes.) Need Qty Individual Total Program Cost Requested Total Car Seats 350 $75.00 $2,135.00 $26,250.00 Infant Beds 150 $45.00 $225.00 $6,750.00 Toddler Bike Helmets 20 $17.00 $340.00 $340.00 Lower Keys Storage for 1 $14 400.00 $3,500.00 u 0 00 ss e .............. ........_................ .................. .. . . . .... . _ 4 4�.. ... .... Upper Keys Storage for 1 $3.000.00 $0 .r dies _ $3.000.00 ....._ _....... _...__................. _.., -- Salary @.25 FTE + benefits 4 $15,000 $3,800.00 $60,000.00 Program Supplies NA $3,000.00 $0 $3,000 00 Indirect Costs NA $7,500.00 $0 $7,500.00 m.._.$10,000.00 $121,240.00,.._ The Coalition receives support from two private family foundations to offset additional costs for the safe sleep and home safety prevention portion of our Keys to Kids Safety program. The Ocean Reef Community Foundation has graciously supported this critical program in the Upper Keys. We will seek continued funding from all these organizations for the 2025 grant cycle. However, our most densely populated area of the County remains vulnerable without continued child safety funding through the SAFF. At one time, the State subsidized car seat costs, baby beds, and helmets; however, the Coalition must now pay the full cost for all safety equipment. SAFF funds are separate from the support sought from the County's Human Services Advisory Board for the provision of prenatal care and mental health services for women who would otherwise have no access to medical care. Although both programs are managed by the Coalition, they are unrelated and require separate funding streams. G, Su stalumialbilli'ty (1:::°or pro.jec'ts that may be asking for'funds 'four° rnom°'e 1:haui'i one year, III'mow will the project be sus'taliiined upouri 't'em°minimiatiom'm of'tlliulils fundirug ) The Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition strives to meet our clients' most pressing needs in the most efficient and fiscally responsible manner possible. We continue to establish partnerships and access alternative funding sources in order to best serve families and maximize our , resources. The SAFF will be used to show local support in order to bring additional funding into our community through public and , private grants. The Coalition is able to impact the culture of our community through education and supportive assistance. Safety should be the norm and a priority even , during periods of challenging economic realities. Our capacity to empower parents to increase their ability to safely care for their children impacts other local areas of concern such p �i✓u,r` u y, , as the child welfare system, health care costs, and quality of life. The Coalition and our partners have an opportunity to impact this �r critical local need and influence our community's culture in aµ manner that will facilitate the goals of the program beyond immediate funding efforts. 8 3517 1,,,,L Rn n ,lalll Stateilmeint(lincome and �,x;jI,.melln e Repoill for FY 2 ,24). Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition Statement of Activity July 2023 -June 2024 Total Revenue 151000 Government Funding 877,220.76 152000 Grant Funding* 526,684.13 153000 Donations* 42,966.11 154000 Unrestricted Funds 211,280.50 Total Revenue $ 1,658,151.50 Gross Profit $ 1,658,151.60 Expenditures 160000 Programs* 1,124,231.25 170000 Coalition Operations 544,780.06 172000 Contract Positions* 624.20 178000 Fundraising* 2,193.32 Total Expenditures $ 1,671,828.83 Net Operating Revenue -$ 13,677.33 Other Revenue 158000 Gain/Loss on CFFK Investment 11,857.82 158500 Interest Income 4,179.97 Total Other Revenue $ 16,037.79 Other Expenditures Interest Expense ......................2,360.46 TotalOther Expenditures $............._......__._........._..m...r..__............. ..��._...___,_______...._.... �.. ....r.4�..._. Net Other Revenue $ 13„677.33 Net Revenue $ 0.00 Thursday,Feb 06,2025 01:15:27 PM GMT-8-Accrual Basis 9 3518 _ Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition FY 2024-2025 Board of Directors Darius -last Geraldine Member 6165 Street St Address 4210 Key West,na Zip... City FL 33040 Dunn . Laurie Secretary 23 Seaside South Ct. �w Key West, F .. ....� . ... .. r .. L 33040 L ....... ... _.............. .m. .. ...m __ ..... Islam.... a, FL Helms, RN Christine Chair 81174 Old Highway 33036 Merrill-Raschein Holly Member 153 Orchid Street Tavernier, FL 33070 Morin, DC Liz Member 15514th Street Key West, FL 33040 Muir Erin Past Chair 154 Sterling Rd Tavernier, FL 3307 0 Sybesma, Esq .. ... .. ............. As.... ,. .. ....... .. ..... ,........ .....� - hley Member 509 Whitehead St Key West, FL 33040 Ward, MD .�... ............... .. .. Sha_ron .,..Treasurer�� .�1414 White S_..................... . ......... ....... .........�.......... .... m ......__, t Key West, FL 33040 Youschak, MD Melanie Vice-Chair 4 West Cypress Terrace Key West, FL 33040...—_ 10 3519 Applicant Identification Name of Organization: Literacy Volunteers of America(LVA)—Monroe County,Inc. Address: 1400 United,#109,Key West, FL 33040 Authorized Representative: Mary Casanova,Executive Director Contact Person:Mary Casanova Telephone: 305-304-0578 (cell) Fax: (305)296-1337 E-mail F arvcasajio;°a� ��f,�ArLhii l4,,,,m„lla,E Type of Organization: (Check One) ✓ Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)or(4) [] Title of Project: The Literacy Volunteers Prevention Program Type of request: ✓ Non-recurring funds(e.g.,capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $10,000.00 ✓ Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? Yes From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. See attached. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. See attached. This application addresses (please check all that apply): ✓ Crime Prevention ✓ Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention ✓ Mental and Physical Health of Minors mmmm oCl�ate: ! 3 Signatures• I -�--hine Laws of the State of Florida apply to the Please note: Becay, linshi n may be available information in thi. a ns pp y se roceedings;any p y e to the public. 3520 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1.All information included in this application is true. 2.A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5.No officer, director,trustee,fiduciary of the applicant has been: a)convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6.No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7.No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Id, Applicant's Signatures , Pp _ �.... A licant s Name M Casal �I (Printed) 3521 MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF'S SHARED ASSET FORFEITURE FUND 2025 GRANT APPLICATION Abstract PROGRAM TITLE: The LVA Prevention Through Literacy Program INTRODUCTION: For 40 ye ars, Literacy Volunteers of America-Monroe County, Inc. (LVA)has offered free, confidential, one-to-one and small group instruction in reading, writing, and conversational English from a trained, certified, LVA volunteer tutor. Any adult who reads and writes below a 5t' grade level or needs help communicating in English is eligible for enrollment in LVA Basic READ or ESL (English as a Second Language)programs. If there are children in home,the family is eligible for enrollment in LVA Family Literacy. LVA operates three main delivery sites in Key Largo, Marathon and Key West, with a coordinator, supported by volunteers, situated in each area: Lower, Middle and Upper Keys. Our director/trainer/instructor provides countywide supervision through site visits,telephone and internet, maintaining close contact with coordinators and volunteers. As a countywide organization, LVA has the experience and recognition in the community to be able to recruit individuals and families in need, match them with volunteers, and help students obtain personal goals through increased literacy skills. Student goals include improving reading and writing skills for personal satisfaction,improving employability skills, obtaining employment, becoming a U.S. citizen,removing oneself from public assistance, and helping one's children to become better prepared for success both in school and in life. Our prevention program directly addresses the following goals: ➢ crime prevention ➢ drug and alcohol abuse prevention ➢ the mental and physical health of minors and adults How these goals are addressed: Crime, drug and alcohol abuse and unstable mental health typically occur in an atmosphere of hopelessness, poverty and neglect common to people with low literacy skills. In this kind of atmosphere, families perpetuate a pattern of illiteracy,passing it from one generation of welfare recipients to the next--a legacy of illiteracy—a"family tradition." Those who do not obtain the necessary literacy skills to seek and obtain gainful employment are more easily drawn into crime as a means for survival, and slip into the trenches of drug and alcohol abuse as a natural sequence of events. Incarceration most often soon follows. When intervention through our program helps prevent crime, drug and alcohol abuse, the mental and physical health of minors and adults is well served. 3522 GOALS: 1) To provide individuals and families with one-to-one and small group instruction in adult education for adults reading and writing at the grade 0-5.5 level as well as for those who are limited English proficient. 2) For students to identify a minimum of one and maximum of three short and/or long term goals that they wish to achieve. 3) For students to work towards personal goal achievement through increased literacy skills. OBJECTIVES: increase literacy skills for participating adults and families. 2) To offer services to as many Monroe County residents who need our help as possible. OUTCOMES: 1) Clients will see skill improvements for themselves via one or more of the following: standardized test scores, tutor and teacher reporting/student self-reporting. 2) Clients will achieve goals. 3) Clients will become more educated and empowered community contributors. BACKGROUND AND AND SIGNIFICANCE: Since 1984, LVA has helped over 66,992 Monroe County adults to obtain personal goals through increased literacy skills with our Basic READ and ESL programs. We address the following problems in our community: (a) The great numbers of economically and educationally disadvantaged and disenfranchised adults and children in our community who have"fallen through the cracks"—living and working in our community (some all their lives) but still unable to read and write at a fifth grade level (even if they have completed high school) (b)The great numbers of Monroe County residents who can neither, read, write, speak or understand English. (c) Children are entering school with no readiness skills and turning into adults unable to read and write at a level sufficient enough to function effectively on a day-to-day basis. (d) Children are falling behind in school because they do not get the homework help they need and are dropping out of school without sufficient skills to compete for good jobs. To address these causes we provide one-to-one and group literacy instruction for individuals and families with programs that address non-readers who are English speaking Americans along with limited English proficient residents who are immigrants. 3523 TARGET,POPULATION: We target individuals and families on our waiting lists countywide over the age of 18, with equal numbers of males as females, as well as an undetermined number of children under age 18 who learn together with parents. Census figures show the target population comprised of under- educated adults in Monroe County with 0-9 years of schooling (4,478)and high school dropouts (7,404). In addition, 10,451 persons speak a language other than English in the home, and out of these 2,115 "do not speak English well." A minimum of 27% of individuals residing in Monroe County are targeted by LVA programs. APPROACH METHOD_: Ours is a student cent ered approach. Meaning we look at the student goals and proficiencies and tailor an individual program to meet that student's needs. We train volunteers to provide one-to-one and small group tutoring. We intake individuals needing literacy training in the Lower, Middle and Upper Keys. Our Middle Keys Coordinator is a former LVA student and leader in the Marathon area. She often drives to the homes of students who do not have transportation. At intake, students are placed in a learning level,with long and short term goals assessed. Our staff matches each student with a trained, certified literacy volunteer. Volunteers work with students a minimum of two hours per week and a maximum of as many hours as is agreeable to both tutor and student toward the attainment of personal goals through increased literacy skills. Families needing literacy training will follow the same procedure as individuals. RESOURCES.AND COSTS: We request$10,000 for our core Basic READ and ESL programs to help cover the cost of countywide day-to-day operations including staffing working directly with students ($10,000). Additional resources anticipated to support all programs include $25,000 from Knight Foundation, $45,000 from the HSABBOCC, and over $25,000 from fund raisers including Benihana Celebrity Chef Cook Off, and Hemingway Days Caribbean Street Fair. $,STAINABILITY: This project will be sustained on a year-by-year basis. If history is an indication of future per- formance, our project will be sustained through new and continuing grant sources, new and con- tinuing partnership arrangements and the use of trained, certified literacy volunteers. Our Treasurer, along with our director, have each been with our organization for over 30 years which provides continuity and direction. Our biggest challenge for 2025 will be to pay staff who can afford to work in the Keys, and,to train and motivate volunteers while maintaining services countywide. FINANCIAL STATEMENT: See attached page#1 of LVA 990 EZ. Thank you very much for your consideration and for your continued support. 3524 Short Form OMB No.1545-0047 Form Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax 2 Under section 501(c),527,or 4947(a)(1)of the Internal Revenue Code(except private foundations) Do not enter social security numbers on this form,as it may be made public. a®® Department of the Treasury a Internal Revenue Service Go to wwwJrs.gov1Form990EZfor instructions and the latest information. A For the 2022 calendar year,or tax year beginning 07101/2022 and ending 06/30/2023 B Check if applicable: C Name of organization D Employer identification number ❑Address change LITERACY VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA MONROE COUNTY INC 65-0050312 ❑ Name change Number and street(or P.O.box if mail is not delivered to street address) mar/suite E Telephone number ❑ initial return 2405 South Roosevelt Blvd Rear 305-294-4352 ❑ Final returnAerminated ❑Amended return City or town,state or province,country,and ZIP or foreign postal code F Group Exemption Application pending Ke West,FL 33040 Number G Accounting Method: Cash I✓ Accrual Other(specify): H Check❑if the organization is not Website: www.lva-monroe.or ,.,_. _.._. ........... required to attach Schedule B J Tax-exempt status(check only one)— ❑✓ 501(c)(3 ❑5011c�N _)(insert no.) ❑4947(a)(1)or ❑527 (Form 990). K Form of organization: [D Corporation ❑Trust ❑Association ❑Other: L Add lines 5b,6c,and 7b to line 9 to determine gross receipts.If gross receipts are$200,000 or more,or if total assets (Part II,column(B))are$500,000 or more,file Form 990 instead of Form 990-EZ. . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 144,208 Revenue, Expenses,and Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances(see the instructions for Part 1) Check 1 Contributions,gifts,grantsn used similar hedul amounts received o any�'uestion in this Part I 1 mm ga,73❑o 2 Program service revenue including government fees and contracts . . . . 2 575 3 Membership dues and assessments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 .._o 4 Investment income . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 0 5a Gross amount from sale of assets other than inventory . . . . 5a _ o b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses . . . . . . . . 56 0 c Gain or(loss)from sale of assets other than inventory(subtract line 5b from line 5a) r 5c ....0 6 Gaming and fundraising events: -- a Gross income from gaming (attach Schedule G if greater than b Gross income from fundraising events(not including $ o of contributions from fundraising events reported on line 1) (attach Schedule G if the sum of such gross income and contributions exceeds$15,000) . 6b 48,903 c Less:direct expenses from gaming and fundraising events . . 6c 12,485 d Net income or(loss) from gaming and fundraising events (add lines 6a and 6b and subtract line 6c) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6d 36,418 7a Gross sales of inventory,less returns and allowances . . . . 7a I0 b Less: cost of goods sold . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lib-0 c Gross profit or(loss)from sales of inventory(subtract line 7b from line 7a) . . . . . . . 7c 0 ( 8 Other revenue describe in Schedule O). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 0 9 Total revenue.Add lines 1,2,3,4, 5c,6d,7c,ITand 8 _. 9 131,723m 10 Grants and similar amounts paid(list in Schedule O) . . . . . . . . . . . 10 _ o 11 Benefits paid to or for members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 _ITIT 0 m 12 Salaries,other compensation,and employee benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 „ _0 13 Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors . . . . . . . . . . 13 118,369 c. 14 Occupancy,rent,utilities,and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 11,130 u, 15 Printing,publications, postage,and shipping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 1,099 16 Other expenses(describe in Schedule O) See Schedule O,Statement 7 . . . . . . . . 16 13a143 17 Total expenses.Add lines 10 through 16 . . . . . . . . . . 17 143,741 y 18 Excess or(deficit)for the year(subtract line 17 from line 9) . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 -12,018 19 Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (from line 27, column (A)) (must agree with end-of-year figure reported on prior year's return) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 86,333 20 Other changes in net assets or fund balances(explain in Schedule O) . . . . . 20 0 Z y g 11 . 21 Net assets or fund balances at end of year.Combine lines 18 through 20 21 74,315 For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice,see the separate instructions. Cat.No.106421 Form 990-EZ(2022) 3525 List of Committed Expected and Hopeful Funding Sources LITERACY VOLUNTEERS Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Grants: HSAB: $45,000 Knight Foundation: $25,000 Publix$1,000 SAFF: $10,000 City of Marathon $2,000 Solicitations: DONATION Drive: $20,000 Events: Caribbean Street Fair: $9,000 Benihana: $30,000 3526 d w FWREM% E LVA BOARD OF DIRECTORS LIST (12/4/2024) President Viktor Slavov Owner: Viktor Sla.vov Tropical Landscapes/Volunteer Tutor 2803 Seidenberg, Key West, FL 33040 (305) 304-1682 Yagso�!uN1� w Vice President/Treasurer Eileen Quinn Bookkeeper/Wedding Celebrant, Make It Official Inc. 4 Opal Drive, Key West, FL 33040 (305) 849-2672 (cell/text) Secretary Robert Maykut MD, Respirologist/Global Program Medical Director, Respiratory, Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation (Retired)/Volunteer Tutor 703 South Street, Key West, FL 33040 (305) 432-7592 Director Debora Bent Owner: Debora Designs, Inc. P.O. Box 5386, Key West, FL 33045 305-393-3872 Director Peary Fowler County Judge of the Sixteenth Judicial Court (Retired) 133 Key Haven Road, Key West, Florida 33040 305-304-2695 Director A.J. Luciano Electronics Tech, AT&T 6620 Maloney Avenue #13, Key West, FL 33040 (305) 747-4669 3527 Director Shelley McInnis Owner, Pepe's Cafe (Retired) 2412 Patterson Ave., Key West, Fl. 33040 305-766-0339 Director Janie S. Teitelbaum Retired Elementary School Principal/Volunteer Tutor 106 Southard Street, Apt. 3, Key West, FL 33040 415-308-0236 Director David Zamlich Retired Military/Retired VA Hospital Sergeant Military Intelligence/VA Hospital Administration GS9 Manager Building Manager, Key West Lions Club C-11 9t'Avenue, Key West, FL 33040 (707) 684-6045 STAFF (in alphabetical order) Evgeniya (Gina) Braswell (Instructor, English for Russian Speakers/Volunteer Tutor) 56 West Shore Drive, Summerland Key FL 33042 (305) 916-8607 Mary Casanova Executive Director/Writer/Trainer/Instructor/Volunteer Tutor 1300 15`h Court, #4, Key West 33040/150 Arch Street, Verona PA 15147 305-304-0578 /412-517-8715 Joyce Dittrich Big Pine Key Coordinator/Instructor/Volunteer Tutor 2274 San Remo Drive Big Pine Key FL 33043 (540) 797-4927 Suzette Frey Lower Keys Coordinator/Instructor/Volunteer Tutor 2405 North Roosevelt Blvd., rear, Key West, FL 33040/PO Box 864, Key West, FL 33041 (305) 292-1957 / (305) 509-2514 3528 Carl-Hens Pentoff Gaston Instructor, English for Haitian Creole Speakers/Volunteer Tutor 2405 North Roosevelt Blvd./6165 2nd St. Apt. 4314, Key West FL 33040 305-680-2890 Diana Krekel Instructor, English for Spanish Speakers and Everyone/Volunteer Tutor 1601 White Street Key West, FL 33040 (415) 310-3483 Raymond Reigadas Upper Keys Coordinator/Volunteer Tutor 325 Calusa Street Lot 412, Key Largo FL 33037 (305) 338-8067 i° 611t �iiii��ti�i tot Maria Triana (Middle Keys Coordinator/Volunteer Tutor) 480 109th Street Ocean, Marathon, FL 33050 305-393-6064 hjggd , iI Ili,, 'c e ie� l pet 3529 First Page of the Application: (Limit one page except as noted below): App icant Identification Name of Organization: Address: Syr v r< 1i;)io f<u t nt,Jy Dj' F ,05,1=cy V,(„r; H, �"300 Authorized Representative: (name &title) Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) Telephone: �C r',f, Fax: ( f0,5) 21)c, 1.: E-mail: Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) or O [ Title ofProject: �ti�,�� i� �r U!��o,�� lflffl,.� rG� ,�fF� Ar lh�i cf ey <� a <<�u.�o�;� n�� f11 1�I�1 ��p�.�'� ��1�,�wlo.f°'A,If Type of request: Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) Non-recurring funds(e.g., capital expenditures,one-time costs) Amount of request If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here Mrand attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? Wyes o From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. 1'N .:s If your organization has a Board of Directors, please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. This application addresses (please check all that apply): Law Enforcement El Crime Prevention Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults Cultural,Artistic, Educational,Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth �` Signature: �� r V� � � a ate: 1?`..�! p .. .k � .,, .. . ... _.... —State of Florida . ... Please note: Because Sunshine Laws of the orida apply to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. 3530 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: I. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. ➢ Applicant's Signature: V- . .. .......11""' 'Applicant's Name Rolbl-ert-Porcaro (Printed) 3531 Abstract. Easter Seals Florida, Inc. / Keys Area would like to continue offering medical rehabilitation and audiology services for children and adults with special needs. In this program, the patients receive medically necessary therapies (speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy) and audiology services (hearing evaluations, screenings, etc.). This program is located throughout the lower Keys. We want to continue running this program because there are currently no facilities with qualified personnel or room available to assist special needs children and adults with these specific services, and there is a growing number of these individuals going untreated. We anticipate the ongoing operating costs to be $27,500 per year. 3532 A. Introduction. Established in the Florida Keys in 1948, Easter Seals Florida, Inc. / Keys Area serves over 1200 Monroe County children and adults with autism, disabilities and/or developmental delays each year. Our programs include the Monroe County Early Steps Program, audiology testing and hearing aids, orthotics and prosthetic equipment, and providing medical rehabilitation services for special needs individuals. We would like to continue providing medical rehabilitation and audiology services. In this program, we offer onsite medical therapies, support for working families, and resources for families with children or adults who have been diagnosed and are being treated for special needs. We have the trained professionals, as well as referrals for special needs equipment families can borrow (wheelchairs, walkers, and other assistive technology devices). The Keys Office is part of a nationwide network of 450 service sites that assists more than one million children and adults with disabilities and their families annually. Each center provides top- quality, family-focused and innovative services tailored to meet the specific needs of the particular community it serves. As such, we have the capacity to manage this project. It is core to our mission and a proven model that we have implemented in numerous communities across the country. B. Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes (What needs to be done). The Easter Seals Medical Rehabilitation Program was developed to fulfill an unmet need in the community (providing therapies and related medical services in a familiar setting for special needs children and adults). Our goal for the future is to continue to offer a professional standard of excellence and demonstrate a commitment to the families that we serve. Our objectives are to be proactive in the community by supporting families with special needs individuals and to continue providing these families with this unique service and level of care. We have the commitment and experience to continue this program to serve more families. The state standard for after school child care states that for children 3 to 4 years of age, there must be one child care personnel for every 15 children. This ratio does not work for children with special needs that need more individualized care. In addition to providing therapies and related medical services for the special needs children, we are able to offer training to the daycare teachers to provide the appropriate care and safe environment that these children need. We need assistance with operational costs of the program (staffing, etc). If a child is over 3 years of age and has special needs, he or she may be eligible for the school- based Pre-K ESE (Exceptional Student Education) program administered by Monroe County School District. Evidence over the last 15 years indicates that intensive early intervention in optional educational settings for at least 2 years during the preschool years results in improved outcomes in most young children with special needs. Our services are available to the preschoolers enrolled in school based ESE programs, as well as adults. This program offers families a safe and healthy environment for their loved ones with special needs. According to statistics provided by Monroe County social service agencies, as of December 2024 it is estimated that there are 75+ children in need of these services. We are unable to ascertain the number of adults in need of these services, however, the number of referrals continues to increase each year, 2 3533 C. Background and Significance (Why the project is important to the community). Children older than 3 years usually have school-based, individualized, special education. The child may be in a segregated class or in an integrated class with children without disabilities for at least part of the day. Different localities may use differing methods but all should provide a structure that will help the children learn social skills and functional communication. In these programs, teachers often involve the parents, giving useful advice in how to help their child use the skills or behaviors learned at school when they are at home. Unfortunately, many children that qualify for the school- based ESE (Exceptional Student Education) Program choose not to enroll their children because they are unable to find after school and childcare for children on school closure days. This is a two-fold problem because the child does not receive the special education, and the childcare centers do not have the appropriate staff-to-child ratios needed for special needs children. Many children with mild to severe therapeutic, audiologic, or behavioral issues can be over-stimulated and disruptive in classrooms with higher ratios. This burden on the childcare centers also contributes to the increased turnover in childcare centers teaching staff. D. Target Population. This project will serve male and female special needs children in the lower Keys, ages 0 to 7. We will also serve special needs adults of any age. E. Approach Method. There is no single best treatment package for all individuals with special needs. One point that most professionals agree on is that early intervention is important; another is that most individuals with special needs respond well to highly structured, specialized programs. Effective programs teach early communication and social interaction skills. Appropriate interventions usually take place in the home, a child care center, or other location familiar to the individual. Easter Seals services include behavioral methods, communication, and therapy along with social interventions. The children and adults learn by doing. Easter Seals works closely with the families to ensure that best practices are being followed through in the home. Audiology and Speech Language Pathology services are provided via a purchased services arrangement with Hear 4 Kidz at the Easter Seals office in Key West. 3 3534 F. Resources and costs. gKL)qnsq A. Personnel and purchased services (salaries, wages, benefits) Audiologist Physical Therapist Speech Therapist Occupational Therapist $26,000-00 B. Staff training (State requirement) Early childhood conference, first aid/CPR, 10 hour required trainings $ 500.00 C. Program supplies TOTAL: $27,500.00 Income Therapy Revenue Medicaid Insurance Private Pay Tricare Balance Needed to fund program $20,000.00 Less: SAFF Grant 7,500.00 Fundraising (existing) 10,000.00 Other grants .-2 50949 BALANCE $0 *Grant applications currently in process with CVS and Publix. 3535 G. Sustainabillity. In addition to the multi-year funding we are seeking from the SAFF grant, our plan to sustain this program consists of: • continuing to allocate a portion ($10,000) of existing Easter Seals fundraising proceeds • reducing administrative overhead costs by downsizing space and collaborating with other community agencies (Hear 4 Kidz, Island Physical Therapy, etc.) • other grants (this will vary from year to year. Current applications include community grants from Publix and CV ). Our clinicians have been providing medical rehabilitation and audiology services for many years. We have had limited staff turnover and the patients enjoy significant progress as measured by their clinician in conjunction with their physician. These milestones are indicators of a successful program. 5 3536 Program Actual vs Budget Program 0800-02 - Keys Therapy Budget Year 2025 GL Category GL Code Budget Actual Variance ............ Revenues Foundations 30110-Foundations 3,286 (3,286) .................. ...................................- Total Foundations 3,286 (3,286) ............. Total Revenues 3,286 (3,286) Expenses Support Individuals 56000-Support Individuals 3,286 (3,286) ----------------------------- -1.1- - Total Support Individuals 286 - (3,286) Administrative Overhead 58010-HQ Admin Support 351 9 (293) Total Administrative Overhead 351 59 (293) Total Expenses 3,637 59 (3,579) ...... . .....- Net Total 293 Nov 18,2024 10:43 AM(ES-0 Program Actual vs Budget Page 1 3537 Program Actual vs Budget Program 08 0-17 - Keys Development Budget Year 2025 GL Category L Coe Budget Actual Variance Revenues Special Events a Special Gifts Soo . 63 (438) Total Revenues (438) Expenses Salaries Payroll Taxes _ Telephone Postage - Miscellaneous Expense Administrative Overhead Total Expenses �,. _ _ �Net Total 500 62 (438). Nov 18,2024 1Q46 AM(EST) Program Actual vs Budget Page 1 3538 EASTERSEALS,FLORIDA,INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS ROSTER FY25 *Indicates when the present term ends .. .................... I'll. ................................ ............. .. .................... ---- ................. .... Chair Winter Health Foundation Ronald N.Lambert 220 South Edinburgh Drive *November 2025 Winter Park,FL 32792 Bus:(407)644-2300 X223 Cell:(407)694-3311 Email:rlambert@wp�f,,on,,,,,___... ............ ................ First Vice Chair Project Management&Installation COO Chiara Clatterbuck 5097 Blacknell Lane *November 2026 Sanford,FL 32771 Cell:(407)701-1388 Email:cpcbd@outlook.com ................... ....... ------------- ... interim Second Vice Chair Fisery Edward R.Hanna 22 Hughes Place,Apt#1 *November 2026 Summit,NJ 07901 Cell:(407)7 14-3380 . Email:Edward.hanna@fiserv.com ------ ......................... ............................. ................... .......................... Treasurer Truist Robert Suchor Robert.suchor@truist.com November 2026 Cell:(407)810-1132 Email:rsuchorl@gmaii.com ... ............... ..... Immediate Past Chair Author —................... Karen E Osborne 10881 SW Candlewood Road *November 2025 Port St.Lucie,Florida 34987 Cell:(914)645-2185 Email:karen@theosbornegroup.com . ................. Rezzonico&Eagan PLLC/Attorney Jessica Eagan 1901 S.Congress Ave Suite#240 *November 2026 Boynton Beach,FL33426 Bus:(561)736-7333 Cell:(561)358-7060 Email:JAE@rezz ' Fanxom ... ....... .. ....................pnicoea, .... ......... ... Special Appointee Community Advocate Joe Kern,Esquire 112 Kennison Drive *November 2025 Orlando,FL 32801 Cell:(407-797-9088) Email:JKerniaw87@gmail.com . ................ ... ................. .............................. ........................ ................... ......................................................... Rebecca Lewis Nextera *November 2025 286 Caravelle Drive Jupiter,FL33458 Bus:(561)304-6123 Cell:(321)377 9082 Email:Rebecca.lewis@fpl.com ........... 1111111--....................... .......------------------------ ................................ -.................- "I,----,—------..................... ................. Cory L Taylor,Esquire mew._... aw Office of Cory Taylor,P.A. *November 2026 6822 Seminole Drive Orlando,FL 32812 Cell:(321)278-6946 Email:ctaylor@corytaylorlaw.com ............................ .. .......... ....................................... 1-11,11,. ................... ........................ ................................... ..... ................ ........ 3539 ra U) jicant Identification Name of Organization: Florida Keys Area Health Education Center, Inc. (Keys AHEC Health Centers) Address: 5800 Overseas Hwy. #38 Marathon. FL 33050 Authorized Representatives: Michael Cunningham, CEO and Michelle Nevel, Development Director Contact Person: Michael Cunningham. CE0 Telephone: (305) 743-7111 ext. 202 Fax: (305)743-7709 Email: michaelCa)keysahee.org Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency [ I Private, non-profit organization, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501( c )(3) or (4) 1XI Title of Project: Keys AHEC Health Centers Type of request: FXI Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) ❑Non-recurring funds (e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $10,000.00 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here 0 and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? [N Yes [:]No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be Counted as part of the total page count. Please see Attached If your organization has a Board of Directors, please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. Please see Attached This application addresses (please check all that apply): El Law Enforcement EJ Crime Prevention F-1 Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment RX Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults E] Cultural,Artistic,Educational, Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth Signature: Date: J2--5 -2-0_Z11 Please note: Becauso,.Siji4hine Laws of the State offlorida apply to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. 3540 a CertificationyApplicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or IocaI funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director, trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules, regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state, or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state, or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature: , � Applicant's Name: Michelle Nevel Date: 12/5/2024 3541 P Abstract: A brief summary of the project(who,what,where,why,when, how and how much). Keys AHEC Health Centers is requesting $10.000.00 to support direct medical and dental care for medically vulnerable children countywide. Keys AHEC is the only health service provider serving children throughout all of Monroe County. Currently the agency provides no cost primary medical care through 10 school based medical clinics as well as low cost general dentistry through the AHEC mobile dental clinic which travels to the same 1.0 school locations and a pediatric dental clinic based in Marathon. Year round services are available with times starting from %2 hour prior to school to 1/2 hour after school. All health centers extend services through the summer months for continuity of care and to ensure patients have year round access to medical and dental care. The cost of medical and dental care is often out of reach for local families. In the past year, 72% of medical patients seen were uninsured, underinsured or on Medicaid while 98% of dental patients were uninsured, underinsured or on Medicaid. Keys AHEC clinics are the only affordable and accessible option for thousands in our community. Many children in Monroe County have never seen a dentist other than through the Keys AHEC program. Prior to Keys AHEC Health Centers there were no primary medical or dentistry programs in the schools for students. Many school health services were limited to just screenings and sending children home that were sick with limited ability to access timely care. Providing school-based health services in an easily accessible location and manner through Keys AHEC clinics has created access to care for children and their families which reduces absenteeism, lost time at work, and costly ER visits or other alternatives. This has also addressed the health care needs of the uninsured, underinsured and Medicaid patients of the Florida Keys where there are almost no Medicaid or low-cost care providers. Clinic Locations and Hours of Operation • Stanley Switlik School,US 1,Marathon. Wed 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM • Horace O'Bryant School,Leon St, Key West.Man-Thurs 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM • Key West High School,Flagler Ave,Key West. Tues/Thurs/Fri 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM • Gerald Adams School,College Rd,Key West. Mon/Wed/Fri 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM • Sugarloaf School, Crane Blvd, Sugarloaf Key. Wed/Fri 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM • Marathon Mid/High School, Sombrero Bch Blvd,Marathon. Mon/Tues/Thur 7:00 AM-3:00 PM • Coral Shores High School Clinic,US 1,Tavernier. Wed/Fri 7:00 AM-3:00 PM • Key Largo School Clinic,US 1, Key Largo. Mon/Tues/Thurs 8:00 AM-4:00 PM • Plantation Key School USI, Tavernier. Tues/Thurs 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM • Poinciana Elementary School,Kennedy Dr, Key West. Mon/Wed 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM • Marathon Children's Dental Center-5800 O/S Hwy Mort/Fri 8:00 AM-4:00 PM *Note: Mobile Clinic dental services are available from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM on scheduled days. Full program brochures and schedules can be seen at rtri 3542 THE APPLICATION A. Introduction. Describe the overall organization, its qualifications relevant to this request, and its capacity to manage the project. Keys AHEC is a Monroe County based non-profit corporation that has been in existence since 1990 and has established itself as a lead medical and oral health provider serving children in Monroe County with a focus on improving access to healthcare for the underserved residents. Children who are uninsured, underinsured or on Medicaid now have access to quality medical and oral health care due to Keys AHEC school based health centers and sites. Over the past 11 years,this program has been successful in addressing the unmet health care needs of children from low and moderate income families living in Monroe County. Our children's dental care program includes full-service restorative care dental services through the mobile dental unit and pediatric dental clinic based in Marathon. Services available are exams, x-rays cleanings, sealants, fillings, and other basic dentistry services. Each child receives a treatment plan based on individualized needs. In FY 2023-24 Keys AHEC provided 3,431 patient visits and 18,655 dental services through this program. Our children's medical care program includes 10 school-based clinics providing quality primary medical care available to all Monroe County School District students. These services include school and sports physicals, well and sick care visits with times starting from t/z hour prior to school to '/z hour after school with services extended through the summer months to ensure patients have year round access to care. In FY 2023-24 Keys AHEC provided 5,988 patient visits and 47,904 medical services through this program. As a full agency, Keys AHEC provides additional services to residents of all ages within Monroe County that include tobacco cessation, COVID-19 testing, accredited health professional training, older adult fitness classes, CPR/First Aid classes and community based health education and training services. Keys AHEC has been the sole provider of such services in many cases. As part of our priorities over the past 34 years, Keys AHEC has been a supporter and sponsor of direct medical and health education curricula, community based wellness programs, health prevention and screening programs that affect children, minority and underserved populations and our local health care network. Keys AHEC CEO, Michael Cunningham has worked in health care within Monroe County since 1994. In that time, he has been Chairman of the Board (4 yrs) Fishermen's Hospital, Chairman-Good Health Clinic (2 yrs), Chairman-Healthy Start Coalition. Chairman-School Health Advisory Committee(3 yrs), Chairman-Access to Care Group-Monroe County Health Dept. (5 yrs) as well a working on AHEC Statewide Opioid Prevention programs. Key individuals and organizations that we collaborate with on a regular basis include: • Nicklaus Children's Hospital-Specialty Medical and Dental Care • Monroe County School District-Provide Clinical Space and recipient of services. • Monroe County Health Dept-Provide support to the School Health programs. • WomanKind and Good Health Clinic-Monroe County Collaborative with clinics on site at the AHEC Marathon office as an expansion. • Dept. of Health(Tallahassee) School Health Program and Division of Community Health Promotion 3543 • Lower Keys Medical Center, Fishermen's Hospital,Mariners Hospital-Local Hospitals • Guidance Care Center-Mental Health Center • Private Provider-Medical and Dental Service partners • Local FQHCs and Urgent Care Centers • University of Miami School of Medicine B. Goals,Objectives and Outcomes (What needs to be done). Supply documentation of the need if it is available. The goal of the program is to provide continuous, integrated primary medical and dental care services for Monroe County students in the school setting. Providing clinics in school locations, during school hours, reduces access to care issues and improves the health of children in the community through preventative care and treatment. Primary Medical Care Outcome Indicators: • Focus on delivering quality primary care services in a timely manner. • Increase number of patient visits and services through expanded clinic sites and staff Objectives: 1. Provide continuous access to comprehensive medical and dental health care through the current 10 clinic sites and increase services in the school setting throughout the school year. 2. Provide continuous access to dental care through Marathon based pediatric clinic, increase access. and offer year-round oral health care services. 3. Develop operational efficiencies within all programs with an established Practice Mgr. Program Expansion Objectives: 1. Expand current clinic schedules to increase the capacity of care by monitoring the need for services at individual clinic locations. a. Add additional hours/dates of service in school medical clinics as needed. b. Extend mobile dental clinic schedule and staffing to accommodate increase in dental hygiene patient visits. c. Extend Marathon dental clinic schedule to accommodate increases in patient visits and as an alternate service location in the event of mobile dental clinic maintenance needs. d. Plan for future expansion of Marathon clinic to eventually be open full time. Keys AHEC can increase overall quality of care by: I) Increasing our ability to see patients in a timely manner a) Timely access to care contributes to adherence to treatment plans. b) Timely access to care creates a more positive treatment visit and preventative care routine. 2) Increasing our capacity for care to see a higher volume of patients a) This increases our ability to complete treatment plans. b) This increases our ability to schedule children who are in pain with serious dental problems. c) This increases our ability to see urgent and emergency care cases. d) This increases our ability to identify patients with advanced care needs in a timely manner. e) Preventative care staff may spend more time on health education. 3544 C. Background and Significance (Why the project is important to the community). The Monroe County Health Department's Community Health Improvement Plan and the United Way's ALICE Report both agree there is a gap in health care services in our community. This gap in services is directly due to the lack of Medicaid providers, low cost options, affordable health insurance and family financial resources in Monroe County. Patients often neglect medical and dental care due to this issue. Children's oral health continues to be one of the greatest needs in our community. The Keys AHEC dental program is the only program in the County that offers access to affordable dental care. Among children, oral health problems can lead to embarrassment, anxiety, withdrawal, inability to concentrate, and poor academic performance. Untreated problems contribute to significant healthcare costs and have many indirect costs including student time lost from school or parents from work. Lack of treatment, suffering and complications can be avoided and prevented by providing school based treatment and preventative care programs. Keys AHEC provides services for all students in Monroe County with no socio-economic barriers to students needing care. D. Target Population (Who will be served specifically? Age? Gender? Special circumstances) The target population of the program in its entirety is the current student population of the Monroe County School District and a current/expanding student population in need of health care. There are 14,266 children in Monroe County ages 0-19. The focus will be on the approximately 9,800 school students enrolled in school which 54% are female with 46% male. Working poor families with children make up 46%of the Monroe County population with 16%being under the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). The school district reports 10% of their student population misses 21 or more days of school due to illness. 47% of all students are on the free/reduced price lunch program. In FY 2023-24 Keys AHEC provided 9,419 patient visits and 66,559 combined medical and dental services through this program. Patients Served Insurances: Medical: Uninsured and Underinsured-37%, Medicaid-35% Dental: Uninsured and Underinsured-52%, Medicaid-46% E. Approach Method. (How will the project be done? Where will it be done? When? What staffing is required?) The Keys AHEC program is now in its 1 Ith year and operates ongoing from July 1 to June 30 of each year. All clinics are in place with fornialized schedules, Keys AHEC delivers a countywide coordinated primary medical and general dentistry program for children through 10 school-based sites, a mobile dental unit, and an office location in Marathon. Each clinic location has a licensed APRN for medical and a DMD/RDH for dentistry. All health service programs run year-round to ensure patients have continual access to medical and dental care. Keys AHEC has expanded its days of service at the following clinics: Plantation Key School, Poinciana School, Stanley Switlik School and Key Largo School. This allows for an increase in additional appointment times being available each week. Dental services continue to expand,with scheduled appointments up by 40%with the addition of the Marathon site. 3545 Dental New Equ... ... .... ........ ...... .�,. - ........ �_ ....� ipment/supplies-2 35000 2024-25 School Health Center-Total Budget Total Exp 1709065 Expense-working Budget ARNP-AC 103000 ..Raven-ue......._�,.�................� ....... .... ARN P-At 109500 _ ._.----- �ww.....� City of KW 24000 APRN HN 103000I .._ .---_ m,.- _ ....._. .....� .._. �_. . _._ .... City of Marathon 5700 AHEC NP**-.GM-.80 FTE 85315 AHEC NP*-MK-40 FTE 50000 . Village of Islamorada 5000 AHEC NPAJC 103950 Monroe County HSAB 195000 AHEC NP PP 50000 �_WW �....... .... Ocean Reef 50000 �wmmm� -ITmm��WW W . 44100 MC School District 85000 CEO 82900 ... �_ _. . - . I MCSD Dental 70000 DirEdMK 11150 ..... ......M�...... ,� __...�.�,�-�, .....n...._,-........ _ �.... ._......... .. MCSD exp 31500 Fiscal Mgr 29000 ............. State Allocation 355100 U WAY 6500 Dentist 180000 MCHD 75000 - RDH(TS and JA) 89220 FAFCC 150000 CDA/Prg Mgr 73000 SAFF 5928 Driver/Front/CDA 47000 Baptist 50000 -._.. _._.......................... -� w Clin Mgr 29000 Rotary-Dental 30000 _.................. .......��....... ....... Klaus Murphy 10000 HFSF 123335 Sub Total 1190135 Florida Blue 10000 Taxes 91045.33 . .... ..._..... ......_..... - _. . .- � _....._...._. Knight 20000 g ......... ... -. .._..... � _ .._. .. . Fnn e 100000 FAFCC Equipment Grant Medical Director 16500 Malpractice Ins/Auto etc 23500 FAFCC Staff Expansion Grant 60000 Electronic Health Record 35385 Children's Foundation 10000 �_. ......-..... Keys Physician Hospital Alliance 6500 CFFK-?? 20000 Supplies-Med 30000 Printing. 5000 —.... Roll over 180000 Travel 6000 .- _ � ..... _ - "1Bt Professional Services 30000 Medical Equip/Licensing/Office 5000 �Reserve 1ns�"rar'�� Revenue l � 00! Overhead-Bldg 00Total ....a .� ..Total 1709065 Promotions 5000 Notes Misc (2929 FAFCC-Fee 10000 Dental Sealant Program/Staff 15000MM'M � �....... ..... . (Restricted) .... �_ ) �.._... .� - Differenc,e Restnc.ted Dental 85000 unit/equip/supplies/Maint/FueUVehicle 3546 To achieve further success the agency continues to adjust clinic capacities for service needs by adding additional staff, planning for future grants/contracts,purchasing additional equipment, and supporting expansion sites as needed. Medical and dental staff continue to be hired and/or trained for any expansion of services, clinic hours needed and to cover countywide travel to clinic locations. F. Resources and costs. (How much will it cost? Include detailed budget. What other resources are available for the project? Describe the oranization's fiscal capabilities.) Keys AHEC has provided an outline of all financial partners that support the Medical and Dental programs totaling over$1.7M. The request for up to $10,000 from the Sheriff s Asset Forfeiture Fund would be 100% directed toward the salaries of an APRN and a Dentist. This support allows direct services providers to treat patients. This su)Yart additional! assists us in meetingmatch ret uirement o other grants. See Financial Attachment. As the agency has been in existence for 34 years, it has an established internal programmatic, administrative, and financial infrastructure that has managed over$3 million per year in grants, cost reimbursement contracts and earned revenues. Additionally, the agency has maintained a clean audit with no management letters or concerns during the past 25 yrs under its current administration. G. Sustainability (For projects that may be asking for funds for more than one year, how will the project be sustained upon termination of this funding?) Keys AHEC receives a diversified funding allocation stream through historic/future legislative support, private grants and contracts each year. State Legislative Allocations,local gov't grants, private grants, contract funds and insurance revenues now make up the majority of AHEC funds. Programs are identified, developed, and targeted based on health needs for at risk populations i.e., primary care and full service oral health as well as other programming. Most funding streams over the past ten years have been stable, but fluctuate year to year based on grant terms, contract periods, and resources available. The most significant change in our funding has been the addition of the School Health Center Program. Keys AHEC works in Tallahassee to secure funding as well as to foster financial partnerships with private foundations, private donors, and local entities. Additionally, the clinics receive limited reimbursement from Medicaid and Health Insurance Carriers outside of the no cost/free programming it provides. Receipt of this earned income allows us to provide no cost care to our uninsured populations which makes up over 30-50% of our patients and 50-75%of our visits (per program). This funding allows us to pay for staff, lab testing, medications, and other supplies for treatment. H. Financial Statement(Keys AHEC Audit and 990 are available upon request) *Profit/Loss Statement is included. Nate-Program revenues include rollover funds supporting the 24/25 program as grants differ and are received outside of its fiscal year. 3547 April 2024 FLORIDA KEYS AREA HEALTH EDUCATION CENTER, INC. BOARD MEMBERS NAME AND ADDRESS OFFICER TERM REPRESENTATION Britt Myers Chair Perm 5125 Media Weekly, Owner 305-731-0087 714 Olivia St,#10cr, 1 , se,�,,��, , � orn Key West, FL 33040 Patrick Stevens Vice Chair 5/25 Attorney Partner 305 393-2206 Wolfe Stevens PLLC 214 Angler Dr South Marathon, FL 33050 Kate DeLoach Treasurer 5/25 Political Consulting Lobbyist 305 240-4086 Southern Strategy Group kateddeloach@gmail.com 120 Sunrise Dr. Tavernier, FL 33070 Christina McPherson Secretary 5/26 Monroe County Schools Director of Teaching and Learning 305-293-1400 Monroe County School Board 240 Christina.Mcpherson@KeysSchools.com Trumbo Rd Key West, FL 33040 James Cordell 5/25 Community Hospital Director of Support Services 305-434-3001 Mariners/Fishermen's Hospital jamescor@baptisthealth.net 91500 Overseas Highway Tavernier, FL.33070 Isaac Heller 5/26 Community Hospital Assistant CEO Lower Keys Medical Center 5900 305 294 5535 ext 3365 College Rd : Key West, FL 33040 Michelle Lincoln 5/26 Monroe County BOCC County Commissioner 305-360-7666 43 Kyle Way S nc, „ `- ' .�.t�!� ,ajo t,er'o� rNs Marathon, FL 33050 Captain Lissette Quintero Office(305)664-6480 Monroe County Sheriffs Office Mobile(305)619-0779 District 6 Commander LQuintero@keysso.net 86800 Overseas Hwy, 1 st Floor Islamorada, FL 33036 3548 FLORIDA KEYS AREA HEALTH EDUCATION CENTER, INC. Statement of Activities For the Year Ended June 30, 2024 Without Donor With Donor Restrictions Restrictions Total Grants; University of Miami 644,046 644,046 State Support/Grants and Contracts - - Fundraising/Donations and other 1,882,583 1,882,583 FRSA Grant Passed Through University of Miami 47,31.6 47,316 University of Miami Student Housing 32,100 32,100 Other Grants m 251,636 251,636 Special Projects - - Clinic fees - insurance - 230,832 230,832 Investment income 132,438 - 132,438 Other income 12,483 45,383 57,866 Net Assets Released from Restrictions: Restrictions satified by payments 3,070, 896 (3 ,070, 896) - Total Revenues 31,215, 817 63, 000 -3,'-27-8,817 EXPENSES Program Services: Training Total Program Services 2,490 263 2,490,163 Support Services: Management/Administration 224,533 224,533 Depreciation and amortization 76,657 78,657 Total Support Services 303,190 303,,190 Total Expenses 2,793,353 2 793 353 Change in net assets 422,464 63,000 485,464 Net assets, beginning of year 1,594,537 2,025 932 3,620469 Net assets, end of year 2 2, 088, 932 3549 KEY WEST PRESCHOOL CO-OP BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2024 Sara Squire President saraht,tzel il.com 81 Sirius Lane Key West FL, 33040 Lauren Steele Vice President kntrenyU.fl��)ott�,', --..................... 17 Arbutus Drive Key West FL, 33040 Obrieka Allen Executive Director keywestpreschool@gmail.com 2��!g�2gndl (xa,�I' 3330 Northside Dr, Apt 326 Key West FL, 33040 Christine Quintana Treasurer 19527 Caloosa St Sugarloaf Key FL, 33042 Irena Kalvel Secretary .......... 2801 Fogarty Ave Key West FL, 33040 3550 A licant I entification Name of Organization: Key West Preschool Co-op Address: 2610 Flagler Ave,Key West,Fl 33040 Authorized Representative: (name&title)Obrieka Allen,Grant Representative Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) Obrieka Allen Telephone:305-900-0011 Fax: N/A E-mail: Keywestpreschool@gmail.com Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County, or Local Government Department or Agency[] Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)or(4) [X] Title of Project: Mental and physical health care for minors and adults Type of request: Recurring funds(e.g.,operational costs) [X] Non-recurring funds (e.g., capital expenditures,one-time costs) [ ] Amount of request:$10,000(Multi-Year Request) If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here [X] and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? [X] Yes [ ]No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. [NONE] If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. This application addresses (please check all that apply): Law Enforcement Crime Prevention Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults [X] Cultural,Artistic, Educational,Recreational,and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth Signature: O.Allen Date: Nov 122024 Please note: Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida apply to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. 1 3551 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal-laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director, trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: 1. convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or 2. convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature: JDApplicant's Name (Printed) 2 3552 Abstract: Playground Renovation Project The Key West Preschool Co-operative, Inc. (KWPC) has been a cornerstone of early childhood education in Monroe County for over 37 years. As a nonprofit organization, our mission is to support the educational development of young children from diverse and low-income backgrounds, including military families, through high-quality, community-driven programs. This grant application seeks funding for the renovation of our preschool playground, a critical component of our early childhood program that fosters physical, social, and emotional development. Our playground structure has been severely affected by termite infestation, which has compromised its structural integrity. Additionally, the relentless sun and storm conditions over those 37 years have accelerated the wear and tear on the materials, causing them to fade, warp, and deteriorate. As a result, the playground is no longer a safe or enjoyable environment for children to engage in physical, social, and imaginative play. The equipment is not only outdated but also lacks accessibility for children with disabilities, further exacerbating the need for an urgent renovation. The project will be completed in multiple phases over the course of the next few years: 1) safety assessment, 2) design development, and 3) equipment installation and site preparation. The total estimated cost of the project is $60,000, which includes new equipment, installation, safety surfacing, and landscaping. To fund this renovation, we will rely on a combination of grant funding, in-kind donations from local businesses, and active participation from parents through fundraising efforts. The renovated playground will benefit approximately 100 children annually, including those from low-income, military, and diverse backgrounds. After the renovation, we will implement a regular maintenance schedule and engage parents in volunteer efforts to ensure the playground remains a safe and vibrant space for years to come. This project aligns with our commitment to providing high-quality early childhood education and a supportive environment for all children. By improving our playground, we will enhance the overall educational experience, foster healthy physical development, and create a more inclusive space for our diverse community. 3 3553 Introduction The Key West Preschool Co-operative, Inc. is a non-denominational, nonprofit organization that has been providing high-quality early childhood education for over thirty-seven years. Our mission is to support the educational development of young children from low-income, military, and diverse families in Monroe County. As a community-driven organization,we rely on parental involvement, donations, and fundraising efforts to maintain and enhance our programs. This grant application specifically addresses the urgent need for renovating our playground facilities,which are crucial for the physical and social development of the children we serve. Our organization has a proven track record of successfully managing projects, including facility improvements, and we are committed to creating a safe and enriching environment for our preschoolers. Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes Goal: Renovate the existing playground to ensure safety, accessibility, and enhanced play opportunities for our preschool children. Objectives: 1. Safety Upgrades: Replace damaged or outdated equipment to comply with safety standards. 2. Accessibility Improvements: Ensure that the playground is accessible to all children, including those with disabilities. 3. Enrichment Opportunities: Introduce new play structures that promote physical activity, creativity, and social interaction. Outcomes: • Enhanced safety and compliance with playground standards. • Increased engagement and physical activity among children. • Improved accessibility for all children, fostering inclusive play. Documentation of Need: Current assessments indicate that our playground equipment is outdated, with several pieces in need of repair. Parents and staff have expressed concerns regarding safety and accessibility, highlighting the necessity for renovations. 4 3554 Background and Significance The Key West Preschool Co-op has served as a vital resource for early childhood education in our community for over three decades. The playground is an essential component of our program,providing children with opportunities for physical activity, social interaction, and imaginative play. Renovating the playground is critical not only for the safety of the children but also for enhancing their overall educational experience. A well-designed playground contributes significantly to children's physical health and development. It encourages active play,which is vital for developing motor skills, coordination, and social skills. By improving our playground, we can offer an environment that supports healthy childhood development and fosters a sense of community among families. Target Population The project will serve our preschool children aged 0 to 5 years, including: • Children from low-income families • Military families • Children with disabilities By ensuring that our playground is safe and accessible, we aim to provide all children in our program with opportunities for growth, development, and joyful play. Approach/Method The renovation project will take place at our current facility, located at Peace Covenant Church on Flagler Avenue. The timeline for the project includes: • Phase 1 (0-3 months): Conduct a comprehensive safety assessment of the existing playground. Engage a certified playground safety inspector to identify specific needs. • Phase 2 (3-6 months): Work with a playground design company to develop plans for new equipment and layout that enhances safety and accessibility. • Phase 3 (6-12 months): Execute the renovation, including the installation of new equipment and any necessary landscaping. 5 3555 Staffing Requirements: • Project Coordinator: Oversee the renovation project and manage communications with contractors and stakeholders. • Qualified Contractors: Engage licensed and insured professionals for equipment installation and landscaping. • Parent Volunteers: Recruit parent volunteers to assist with site preparation and other tasks. Resources and Costs The estimated total cost for the playground renovation is estimated at$60,000,which roughly includes: • New Playground Equipment: $40,000 • Installation Costs: $10,000 • Safety Surfacing: $7,000 • Landscaping and Site Preparation: $3,000 Budget Breakdown: Item Cost Playground Equipment $40,000 Installation Costs $10,000 Safety Surfacing $7,000 Landscaping and Preparation $3,000 Total $60,000 Additional resources for the project will include: • In-kind Donations: Local businesses may contribute materials or services. • Parent Fundraising Efforts: Parents will actively participate in fundraising initiatives to 6 3556 support the renovation. Sustainability To ensure the playground remains a safe and engaging space after the renovation, we will implement the following strategies: • Regular Maintenance Schedule: Establish a routine for inspecting and maintaining playground equipment to ensure it remains safe and functional. • Community Engagement: Foster a sense of ownership among parents and community members through volunteer days focused on playground upkeep. • Continued Fundraising: Continue our fundraising efforts to support ongoing maintenance and future enhancements to the playground. By creating a sustainable plan, we will ensure that the renovated playground continues to serve our community's children for many years to come. This financial statement demonstrates our organization's fiscal responsibility and capacity to manage the project effectively. 7 3557 N/! uu f I riQ r /y r r b Ui �/ yPl?1 LiP`r i ro Ik roy 4 lk rl d "All f / ) Y I✓/ Y a m /l�//, r /Q � FG/ /� �Y�r9 r 1�i� err /r "; �y�/� 1% ✓1, U� r I il% l�r j sr/lll U 8 3558 ��i' lam I� �al!'�ri�uFm�M��*�f�� if i,✓ � �i ��, ✓r>, � ?��a5ll�j fi` �ri �� f �� rye} // Ir lliy�� r w �/rr/�-�U>l �/�'�jA � I' �t✓f %f vY lY '( f ��rN11Jllllri� 1�,��„ 'r Jrr, 6 9 3559 First Page of the Application: (Limit one page, except as noted below): Ali.plicant Identification ..................... Name of Organization: (I Ilea]h.li Chnic Address: 915,55 Oversew,,',llwyTave.ra�ider, 33017C) & 580o Suite 36, lkfaratho'it, 33050 Authorized Representative: (name&title) Director Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) Telephone: 305 6 1 91,,C 1,54 Fax: 305853,1789 E-mail: Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency I I Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) or(4) IN] Title of Project: S,,,,,,flat�y Sti(pj�J*rt u in Sernvici,'�,,s Residerids Type of request: Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) ❑Non-recurring funds(e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $ 9,700 If your request is for multiple year funding, please check here F-� and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? E]Yes []No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. See,,atttac lied, pagt. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. See This application addresses(please check all that apply): F-1 Law Enforcement Crime Prevention ❑ Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults F-1 Cultural,Artistic,Educational, Recreational and Sports _7 Programs for Monroe County Youth o Signature:........ Date: 12- 1 .1,,2024 Please note: Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida apply to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. 3560 Good I'lealth Clinic p )n %( l(la�G4,I�f i,lllfling re III�, Funder_ . .. . ..� .. .�. � �Statu�.�..�._. ...�. ..� ..... .. s Amount Floridassociation of Free ee Clinics Awarded mm�� $ 15,000 BHSF Awarded $ 15,000 Individual Contributors � Awarded�� -��4,500$ SAFF .�....._—.��.... NA_...ee. . .. Req 700 _............ �.......,_,._..... .........�—....... uested�.... 9�. ....,.m. Roberto Alonso 178 Marina Drive, Key Largo, FL Bonnie Sorensen 27 Channel Cay Road, Key largo, FL Terry Abel 206 Navajo Street, Islamorada, FL Lori Bailey 801 Narragansett Lane, Key Largo, FL Kate DeLoach 12 Sunrise Drive,Tavernier, FL Beth Kaminstein 117 S Hammock St, Islamorada, FL Mel Montange 275 Seminole Blvd,Tavernier, FL Rosie Sanchez, RN 1040 Gibraltar Ave, Key Largo, FL Mary Woods, MD Peace Ave, Key Largo, FL 3561 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules, regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature: _ �..�_ .._.....Applicant's Name (Printed) 3562 Clood Health, Clink Aly� «�� C wl Good Health Clinic (GHC) is the only accessible, cornrehensive healthcare option for uninsured, low- income residents of the Florida Keys.We operate 2 clinics that provide all the same services as a traditional primary care medical office. Sometimes, however, patients require more than can be provided in a primary care office setting. Advanced diagnostic testing, access to specialists, physical therapy, supportive medical services, ancillary services, and even surgeries are needed. GHC has addressed this issue by developing a robust Volunteer Medical Provider Network includes private practitioners, medical facilities and hospital systems—all who donate their time and services to our patients. This life changing volunteer provider network requires someone to organize, ask for, and facilitate the generous giving that was conservatively valued last year at$5+ million,in needed medical carpoin to_Keys residentsl This position is based in Tavernier but serves all our patients throughout the Keys. The role manages the contracts, state provided malpractice insurance, communications, required medical clearances, and in- clinic referrals needed to access the advanced medical care needed for patients. It is an ongoing and vital part of Good Health's Clinic's success and we respectfully request SAFF contribute to the maintenance of this essential position. The role is already fill with a qualified individual and will cost$44,200 this year. For every$1 it costs to have this role, over$100 in services were provided to Keys Residences last year—what a return on investment) The value of this ongoing project far exceeds the dollar amount, however. It keeps individuals functioning within their families and as productive members of our community; reduces the burden on the medical system and social resources by managing health issues before they become physically/financially debilitating;and it truly saves lives sometimes. On a weekly basis,Good Health Clinic provides services that change the course of individuals' lives for the better. Below is just one example of how have access to real health care changed a Keys local's life this year. ingirlig "the Bell,,, Agnes,a delightful and active woman,has always been proactive about �� ✓°' �' '' her health. She works in customer service but is unable to afford health Nt�r insurance, so she rarely went to the doctor—until she found Good Health Clinic.Here,she is able to access regular healthcare, including cancer1411, screenings. During a routine visit, it was determined Agnes needed further diagnostic testing and access to an oncologist.Her diagnosis was life-altering:stage 2 anal cancer.Her chance of survival was improved significantly due to the early detection,but she still required extensive medical care.Thanks to our coliabo- y;, ration and amazing partners,this life-saving treazrnPnt was available to Agnes. ;�� Earlier this year,Agnes reached an incredibiF unilestone:she rang the bell to celebrate the end of her treatment,, ids rur-nf6��Agnes received what she said was the best news of her life- ftea lofgdim-up colonoscopy and biopsy were normal! Now,back at work and feeiing activa again,she reflects with gratitude saying, "Thanks to God and Good Health am alive today." i' 3563 Good Health Ain i Good Health Clinic was founded by community leaders and medical professionals in the Florida Keys who shared the belief that everyone deserves the dignity of medical care and the change to be healthy. For over 20 years, we have provided comprehensive life-saving, life-changing services that make a true difference in the lives of locals. I ' We serve 700-1000 Keys locals in need of medical care each year through our clinics located in Tavernier &Marathon. We operate our organization with a lean, experienced staff supplemented by volunteers and an extensive Volunteer Medical Provider Network. Partnerships with local, state, and national agencies provide pharmaceuticals, supplies, and medical services free of cost for our operations and patients. Our Medical Director sees our most complex patients. ' Ljr Team All other patients are seen by a full-time Nurse Practitioner—a medically sound, financially responsible ExeKate P"°�rniri� 'Steven li""a�vy ��. i�""i staffing structure used by private and NPO practices. A "�°t°"`� i ¢r �"c�_ @ni°cai. 0crru.r Licensed Mental Health Counselor is available weekly for 13fli�tany Poi hLm, ,r� ,;r�r; ,.,1 �,,� interested patients. Patient Care Coordinators handle all �h;'DIV4aWdvz Jobs associated with a typical octor s office. In �icia�Gu+,�,@ii��e4no� addition,they: process patient applications, coordinate i�t" �°"" � �'°s °lny �°'cuv services with our Volunteer Medical Provider Network (position funding is being requested for), acquire hrisrhe,Iq� g eiis medications for free or at discounted rates, and connect ' 1: r patients with local agencies for tangential services. aii. . o e,s Good Health Clinic's goal is to provide true healthcare solutions for Florida Keys residents in Value of Donated Medical Cary need. To continue providing effective and S5,0 6,2,,0 meaningful medical care,we need to maintain our Volunteer Medical Provider Network — and the u"�� $3.2.54 796 staff position required to do so. The need for, and `.2,962 32 success of, this program is partially demonstrated by the value of the medical services provided. Over 561 medical services were donated last year covering everything from consults with a 1 , dermatologist to knee replacement surgeries. 3564 Being uninsured affects people's access to needed medical care and their financial security. The access barriers facing uninsured people mean they are less likely to receive preventive care, are more likely to be hospitalized for acute conditions, and are more likely to die in the hospital than those with insurance. Uninsured families struggle to meet basic needs such as food, housing, and child care costs, so purchasing insurance is often 2024 Percentage of Uninsured not an option. This is particularly true in the Florida Keys where united States 8.796 cost of living is so high — and a significant reason the rate of Florida 12.3% uninsured individuals is notably higher than national and state Monroe County 15.4% levels. Increases in employer-sponsored and individual ACA insurance premiums (3%, 6%, and 9% in 2023, 2024, and 2025) make it continually harder for the working class to access insurance, as well. Because many of our community's members have gone without healthcare for so long, patients seeking care through Good Health Clinic often have acute health concerns. In order to actually treat patients, access to advanced diagnostics and specialist level care is essential. Before GHC, uninsured locals were forced to let conditions worsen until it was necessary to seek help in the Emergency Room — overly congesting hospital resources and leaving patients with crippling medical bills. This also positioned them to become less able to care for themselves and their families due to health issues and, consequently, rely more on social services and community resources. Providing access to healthcare capable of diagnosing,treating,and properly management significant health conditions— as well as providing preventative care to minimize future acute health issues— is better for individuals, families, and the community as a whole. Regular access to healthcare helps locals avoid unnecessary emergency room visits, continue working by mitigating the severity of their health conditions, and require less social service support related to disabilities. Supporting Good Health Clinic is both a compassionate and fiscally responsible decision by our community. 1iRtNaVon, Good Health Clinic serves adults & children meeting the following criteria: Resident of the Florida Keys No health insurance • Income<300%Federal,Pover'ry level. Our patients are the ALICE population,temporarily unemployed,or the homeless. Many work in industries essential to the logistical and cultural composition of the Keys. Some even juggle multiple jobs, yet don't qualify for Medicare, Medicaid, or affordable plans through the Affordable Care Act. Their jobs typically don't provide health insurance option even. ,es:a ,,ar:,- f}t'. n St 4� r. .'ear What does 300% FPL look like? It is a single person supporting < ay,CSCa�." "C w' Ofi -r u themselves on under$45k annually or a single parent supporting a child aCeS on $60k. It is a married couple, each working full-time at just above CAS G m , :e ' C`"ata'' Vic; minimum wage. 4,jni^c ".:,e 10a�')G 3565 (.-Food Health Met e't l G+ This ongoing program is available to Good Health Clinic patients throughout the Keys and is accessed through either of our two locations. Registered patients receive all the same medical care available through any typical primary care practice. If during the course of a patient's medical care, medical providers determined a patient requires higher levels of care (access to specialists, specialized diagnostics, etc.), our Volunteer Medical Coordinator arranges for the patient to see a Volunteer Medical Provider. The private practices, facilities, and hospitals systems that agree to participate, do so because of their understanding of the gaps in insurance access and their understanding of the benefits to communities and individuals when regular access to healthcare is made available. Good Health Clinic also respects their giving capacity, provides oversight to prevent redundancy in services is provided, and ensures efforts are not in vain by providing continued access to medical care to those in need. id costs Good Health Clinics Operating Budget for 2024-2025 is$763k. This program does not operate in a silo, and is facilitated by interactions with all other clinic staff, however,the budget specific to the key role required for this program is detailed below. This program brings resources made possible through the generosity of the medical community, not only in the Florida Keys and South Florida, but nationally,to the Florida Keys community. Volunteer Coordinator salary FY25 $ 39,100 Benefits(vision/dental/401k match) $ 1,605 Payroll Tax/admin expense $ 3,495 Total Program Costs $ 44,200 In-kind Program Support(based on FY24#s) Special Medical Services and Diagnostic Donations $ 5,000,000 i , �l`,(aJ,l�ivt Iltf'4 � Good Health Clinic is not asking for multiyear funding. 3566 I' 'i nic 1"'L j,"If SU,ftel'710 c r 202 2 3 LU Private and Corporate Grants* 350,055.59 z Government Grants* 205,600.00 Ui ...... LU Individual & Event Fundraising 191,684.84 Interest& Misc. income 13,785.75 .......................... Total Revenue 761,126.18 ..........-——-.............. 1-Staffing Expenses* Bookkeeper 6,216.00 V) ——__--—LU ---- Ln Executive Director 106,694.53 z Ui LMHC 16,800.00 CL —— -- X Ui Medical Director 49,999.92 Mid-Level PC Provider 110,803.36 Engagement Manager $ 13,791.64 Office Manager $ 45,599.12 Patient Services Coordinators (3FTE) $ 112,959.47 Payroll Taxes $ 38,689.17 ................. 2-Indirect Staffing Expenses* 45,587.87 3-Cost of Space Expenses* i Electrc 2,231,35 .......... ....... Garbage 809.04 . .......... Insurance 648.06 .............. Internet $ 2,286.59 ............ IT Support/Software $ 2,159.23 Janitorial Services 5,300.00 Office Supplies/Equipment 6,942.86 Rent 31,200.00 Telephone 2,856.48 Water 1,456,10 4-Medical Expenses* 9,221.64 5-Fundraising Expense* $ w_w 28,203.64 ................ 6-Governance Costs* 10,361.73 7-Communication Expenses* 8,452.73 8-Special Projects 39,983.48 Total Expenditures 699,254.01 Uj Capital Income...... 73,238.55 D . .- Lzu in-Kind Contribution ....... 6,973,685.42 .. Total Other Revenue $ 7,046,923.97 . .......... In-kind Medical Services $ 5,086,299.88 Uj In Kind Medical/Office Supplies $ 11562.72 z In-Kind Pharmaceutical &OTC 1,875,822.82 LRUmam 0 uj... Total Other Expenditures 7,013,668.90 Net Revenue 135,110.72 3567 Applicant Identification Name of Organization: Keys to Be the Change,Inc. Address: 1208 Watson Street,Key West,FL 33040 Authorized Representative: Heidi Golightly,Executive Director Contact Person: Heidi Golightly Telephone: 541-974-4398 Fax: 305-293-1547 E-mail: i' : iigglllii lly@g! uii iull iiciuii Type of Organization: Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C.501(c)3 (X) Title of Project: KIDS WIN MENTORING PROGRAM Type of request: Recurring funds(e.g.,operational costs) Amount of request:$10,000.00 If your request is for multiple year funding, please check here_and attach a separate page describing future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds?_X—Yes From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result: ***City of Key West-$30,000.00/Monroe County Human Services Advisory Board-$42,000.00 ***This funding is for all programs that Keys to Be the Change provides to children,youth and adults in Monroe County not just the Kids Win Mentoring Program. Board of Directors: See attachment This application addresses: —Law Enforcement X Crime Prevention X Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention _Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults _Cultural,Artistic, Educational, Recreational and Sports for Monroe County Youth. w Signature: :�CIA '_ . �` ' �: �.... ...nnn Date: �ww .._..�. . 3568 BOARD OF DIRECTORS TARA WHITEHEAD President 2518 Harris Avenue Key West,FL 33040 904-687-8168 Tat 1 0YtBnY.�f,ds4kfV�(;C�ru ai�f ID I,ax(': n' ANDREA SPOTTSWOOD Treasurer 42 Floral Avenue Key West,FL 33040 305-294-5234 r! Cs".rrn SEAN BRANDENBURG Director 1604 N.Roosevelt Blvd. Key West,FL 33040 305-809-1040 bid hil de il'r��P.��,arr��raGI�G�."��r, es BONNIE HELMS Director 500 Whitehead Street Key West,FL 33040 305-295-3130 ��FDI VI IIv;�?, 1h..... FLOYD JENKINS Director 1604 N.Roosevelt Blvd Key West, FL 33040 305-809-1040 ��rAl i�•,�°�r�rr o1ru�'IIPa.�'"�re�:,.�x,l �I ��rr EBENSON MICHELIN Director 5030 Sth Avenue#72 Key West,FL 33040 305-879-4273 f,b�r,ru aria ri s fie urb��sp�� ^r ragEIr,, r ELENA SPOTTSWOOD Director 532 Caroline Street Key West,FL 33040 305-395-1931 3569 Certification by Applicant 1 hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal,state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. S. No officer,director,trustee,fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law;or b) convicted of any drug offense. 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules, regulations,or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal,state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or has been notified of filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal,state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. 1 eW_ H Applicant's Signatures �.�� plicants Name a c 3570 Abstract "It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men."(and women) Frederick Douglass Keys to Be the Change(KTBTQ provides unduplicated alcohol,drug and violence prevention programs to high-risk youth in Monroe County.Our mission is to provide programs, education,awareness and opportunities that empower children,youth and adults to improve health,wellness and skills for success in school and in life.The Monroe County Sheriffs Shared Asset Forfeiture funding will help support high-risk youth who have little to no support in their lives.The targeted youth do not have strong family support and/or a bond to their school or their community.They are charting their own course at a very young age. Referrals are received from parents,administrators,teachers,guidance counselors and friends. Keys to Be the Change interviews the student and ultimately matches him/her up with a mentor from the Key West Police Department,JIATFS (Joint Interagency Task Force South) or a community member who shares the same hobbies or who is in a career that sparks interest in the student.The goal of all KTBTC programs is to build self-esteem and self- confidence,which helps to create a drug,alcohol and violence free lifestyle. The KTBTC Kids Win: Pathways to Success Mentoring Program (KW:PTS)has served high-risk youth in Monroe County since 2014.This program engages youth ages 7-19 that are truant, referred,and/or failing at least one subject in school. Currently,48 high-risk youth are paired with a mentor.They meet weekly for up to one hour. Kids Win Mentors help boost academics and increase healthy pro-social behavior by meeting with their mentee during their electives.This program is modeled after the highly successful Take Stock in Children Program where mentors meet for 30-55 minutes during the school day. The majority of the students who are referred to the Kids Win Program do not have positive role models in their lives. Our mentors create a sense of accountability and stability in their mentees lives. Most high-risk youth in our community want someone to help them.Jack Levine, an Advocate for Children in Tallahassee states, "It is essential to recognize that our children and youth need every opportunity to grow to be healthy and positive adults...The costs of our failure to provide quality services for those who need them most are far greater than the amount we could and should invest in successful policies and programs for our children."The Kids Win program does just that. In addition,students who have been paired with a mentor are monitored by the Success Coach on a daily basis. Each mentor is provided with weekly academic and social success reports.The Success Coach is in constant contact with the student,teachers,guidance counselors,administrators,and parents. The Success Coach is also a part of the school Truancy Team that identifies and offers hope for those disengaged from school.The Kids Win Mentoring Program has a success rate of over seventy percent in improving grades and/or decreasing truancy among the highest-risk youth.We have a 99%graduation ratel The total cost of this program is$56,000.00 per year.We are requesting$10,000 from this grant. 3571 A. INTRODUCTION: Describe the overall organization, its qualifications relevant to this request and its capacity to manage the project. Keys to Be the Change, Inc. (KTBTC)is a 501(c)3 tax exempt organization founded in 2014. KTBTC is a youth serving organization which implements multi-tiered leadership, social and competency skill building,youth literacy,alcohol/drug/violence prevention,and bullying prevention programs to youth in the Monroe County School District.We have partnered with the Monroe County School District since our inception.The Monroe County School Board, administrators,teachers,guidance counselors, parents and peers all agree that KTBTC provides unduplicated programs for high-risk youth in Monroe County.Our President,Tara Whitehead,is a co-founder of KTBTC and is the Principal at Poinciana Elementary School. Other Board members include the City of Key West Police Chief,Sean Brandenburg; 16t' District Judicial Court Judge, Bonnie Helms; Key West Police Assistant to the Chief, Floyd Jenkins;community volunteer Elena Spottswood and our Treasurer,Andrea Spottswood. Andrea monitors all funding and expenditures for KTBTC. Keys to Be the Change continues to be extremely financially prudent. Heidi Golightly, Executive Director of KTBTC, has over 25 years'experience as a prevention coordinator in the Monroe County School District. Prior to her involvement in the schools she was an independent business owner and an active community member who has served on many local boards during her 29 years as a resident of Key West. Her experience includes youth program development and implementation,grant management,staff training, law enforcement mentor training and youth leader mentor training. She provides leadership and oversight under the Executive Board to assure objectives are met and goals are on track. B. Goals,Objectives and Outcomes(What needs to be done.)Supply documentation of the need if it is available. GOAL:To Reduce Alcohol,Drugs and Violence among students in Monroe County GOALS OBJECTIVES OUTCOMES ....e_w� ..._. � ... Creating healthy and positive Promote programs that engage Increased�.� ., . bonding with their youth by working with those less youth in school and in community. community and school which fortunate. reduces drug,alcohol and violence among youth. . ._ Decrease truancy Create a bond with school. Reduced missed full days of s _. chool _ leads to success. p g decrease w Increase self-confidence and build Increased grades equals Improve grades and dec mm. Is successful drop-out rates. self-esteem with positive role graduation from high school. models. C. Background and Significance(Why the project is important to the community.) The Monroe County School District battles with truancy issues as well as low graduation rates for high-risk youth.Close to four thousand(4000)students in the Monroe County School District are eligible for free and 3572 reduced lunches which indicates a very high poverty level in our community.Living at or below poverty level usually indicates that parents are working more than one job to support their families which leaves little to no time for their children.When youth are left alone they tend to stay home and begin experimenting with alcohol and drugs.Missed days of school make it harder for students to catch up once grades are poor or near failing. These students are at a higher risk for substance use and abuse when they are not engaged and connected to school.This often leads to risk taking behaviors including criminal activity and ultimately dropping out of school. According to the 2022 Florida Substance Abuse Survey: Table 28.Risk factor prevalence rate trends among high school students for Monroe County,2012 to 2022 Domain Scale Monroe County 2012 2014 2016 2018 2020 2022 Community Laws and Norms Favorable to Drug Use 47 46 38 4132.21,9 Perceived Availability of Drugs 45 45 33 3126 19 Perceived Availability of Handguns 27 4139 35 24 30 Family Poor Family Management 47 40 44 43 33 35 Family Conflict 34 28 30 3128 25 School Poor Academic Performance 46 37 39 41 48 4°2 Lack of Commitment to School 57 56 58 60 68 66 Peer and Individual Favorable Attitudes toward Antisocial Behavior 40 36 38 35.30 38 Favorable Attitudes toward ATOD Use 5147 46 40 39 25 Early Initiation of Drug Use 42 29 24 22 24 16 Average Prevalence state 44 4139 38 36 33 Note:Because risk is associated with negative behavioral outcomes,it is better to have lower risk factor scale scores,not higher.Conversely, because protective factors are associated with better student behavioral outcomes,it is better to have protective factor scale scores with high These key findings illustrate the need for our programs.These numbers keep on going down which tells us that prevention is the key. D. Target Population (who will be served specifically?Age?Gender?Special circumstances) High-risk youth in the Monroe County School District ages 7-18 are the focus of this grant. Components of the KTBTC integrated programs are designed to engage,embrace and inspire youth to achieve academically and socially,make positive choices and build healthy relationships as they move into adulthood.All students involved in the Kids Win program are at high-risk due to failing one or more classes,excessive absenteeism,behavioral problems,social withdrawal,single parent homes, language barrier homes and/or involvement with the courts.Youth need programs and support that increases attendance,school bonding and commitment,healthy beliefs and standards,role models,as well as alcohol and drug free activities in which to participate.Our goal is to increase services while reducing high-risk behaviors that lead to alcohol use,drug use and violence. E. Approach Method. (How will the project be done?Where will it be done?When?What staffing is required?) Since the COVID 19 pandemic disrupted our lives,the need for the Kids Win Program has increased tremendously.Parents as well as students reached out for our guidance.High-risk youth need structure. The Success Coach is in the schools every day working with administrators,teachers, 3573 guidance counselors and the youth to guide them toward success.This individualized attention has proven effective in our youth having a more positive image of themselves as they succeed in school. They tend to refrain from drugs,alcohol and violence and instead make positive choices. The addition of a mentor in their lives creates a personal relationship with a positive role model.Most of the youth in the program do not have family support. The Kids Win Mentoring Program is an evidence-based model that utilizes an environmental approach to prevention.The Success Coach is responsible for implementing this program. F. Resources and costs. (How much will it cost? Include a detailed budget.What other resources are available for the project?Describe the organizations'fiscal capabilities.) DESCRIPTION REQUESTED AMOUNT ,... .... �...._... ,w_ .._..... .. _. Kids Win: Pathways to Success Success Coach**($50,000.00) $10,000.00 Scholarships for most-improved graduate*** ($500.00) $ 00.00 Celebrations for success*** ($500.00) $ 00.00 p ($5000 00)*** _ $ 00.00 Educational ... ___ . 1-- „„ Paid total cost of donations and fundraisers. be shared with grants from t City Key � . �** m HSAB and the City of Key West. *** y G. How will the project be sustained upon termination of this funding? KTBTC will continue to seek funding from various sources including foundations,grants,fundraisers and community donations to assure programs are sustained. H. Financial Statement(Income and expense report for previous year.) 3574 Keys to Be the Change Profit and Loss January- December 2024 ...�._....._.._.._...._ ... .. .. ,,,A_ w ..._..._._................................_........................................................�.�.�.�......._.. w.... TOTAL ,...income �,_... .....�..�..... ......�A. �,.,.� ..___..�w......��__ .�_. .... .....�.......... .. _ ....... . �.._�._ .. Charitable donations 8,300.00 Donation 36,460.00 Donations-Holocaust Trip 1,290.00 Total Charitable donations 46,050.00 Fundraising Children's Day 625.00 Fundraising Pickleball Hats 4,836.52 Fundraising Pickleball Tournament 5,060.00 Staycation Raffle 3,850.00 Tennis Tournament 1,280.00 Total F6nd-r—aWng— 15,651.52 Grants 67,104.50 Grants-Kids Win 8,571.43 Total Grants 75,675.93 Total Income $137,377.45 GROSS PROFIT $137,377.45 Expenses Fundraising Expense 161.81 Pickleball Hats 1,792.54 Pickleball Tournament 439.36 Tennis Tournament Expense 205.17 Total Fundraising Expense 2,598.88 G&A Advertising&Marketing 53.74 Insurance 792.50 Legal&Professional Services 299.00 Meals&Entertainment 28.98 Miscellaneous 0.00 Office Max 55.49 Office Supplies&Software 387.34 Postage 62.15 Quickbooks 350.00 Services-Exec Dir 9,825.00 Services-Exec Dirc 287.50 Taxes&Licenses 186.75 Website 207.40 Total G&A 12,535.85 Accrual Basis Wednesday,January 1„2025 07,45 AIM GMT,,.05,:00 3575 Keys to Be the Change Profit and Loss January- December 2024 _ ... ......, ... ........... ........ ._ TOTAL ...,, � .......... .. L Pro ram Ex....—_A_.----------------- Farm ..�.�_.... .... ....... �._......._._._ .....__,,..A.�_�....�� ..�,. ..�.u� �...�..�- g pense to School Contract Services 160.00 Total Farm to School 160.00 Kids Win Awards 1,307.95 Contractors-KW 49,400.00 Hunger Free Kids Win Donation Program 9,780.71 Meals&Celebrations 1,142.10 Supplies 1,356.95 Travel-Holocaust Memorial 7,380.00 Total KkIs VVin 70,367.71 MORE Expenses Meals&Celebrations 101.76 MORE Contract Services 20,175.00 MORE Supplies 2,097.46 Total MORE Expenses 22,374.22 Youth Leadership Charitable supplies 112.70 Meals&Celebrationsbrations 184.35 Youth Leadership-contractors 2,400.00 Youth Leadership Supplies 30.90 Total Youth Leadership 2,727.95 Total Program Expense 95,629.88 Total Expenses -- $110,764.61 NET OPERATING INCOME $26,612.84 Other Income Net Endowment Income 3,114.55 Total Other Income $3,114.55 NET OTHER INCOME $3,114.65 NET INCOME $29,727.39 Accin..ual Basis Wednesday,January 1 202 OT:45 AM GMT-0 . 3576 First Page of the Application: (Limit one page, except as noted below): A 2plicant Identification Name of Organization: Guidance/Care Center, Inc. Address: 3000 41 st Street Ocean, Marathon, FL 33050 Authorized Representative: (name &title) Maureen Dunleavy, Regional Senior Vice President Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) Maureen Dunleavy Telephone: 305-896-5964 Fax: 305-292-6723 E-mail: maureen.dunleavy@westcare.com Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency [ ] Private, non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) or(4) [ X] Title of Project: Accurate Assessment for Diagnosing ADHD in Children and Adults Type of request: [],,,Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) Non-recurring funds (e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $9,640 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here ❑ and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be illing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? Yes ❑No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. This application addresses (please check all that apply): ❑ Law Enforcement Crime Prevention Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults ❑ Cultural, Artistic, Educational, Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth - i .... . �b Signature:_ � ' � Date. Please note: Because Sunshine Laws of the"State of Florida apply to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. 3577 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules, regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicants SignatureNN Applicant's Name Maureen Dunleavy Printed) 3578 Abstract: A brief summary of the project (who, what, where, why, when, how and how much). Guidance Care Center's Accurate Assessment of ADHD in Children & Adults offers medical psychiatric services to treat the diagnosis of ADHD. Until now, it has been difficult to achieve adequate screening and assessment for ADHD because traditional screening procedures are subjective, time consuming and expensive. in addition, ADHD is usually treated with psychostimulants. Knowing that substance use and misuse is prevalent in the Florida Keys, proper assessment and testing is critical to avoid prescribing to those who have substance abuse issue, misuse, and may sell their medications. Medication response to ensure treatment is effective is also crucial. QbCheck is computerized assessment technology for ADHD, which can generate objective cognitive data in an efficient and cost-effective way. QbCheck is a FDA-cleared diagnostic assessment measures treatment in ADHD. This means once a diagnosis is verified the test can be given at different time points to ensure the medication treatment response. QbCheck is a web-based platform for in-office and the tests are compatible with laptops with built-in webcams. It is suitable for children and adults ages 6-60. The test process includes a 15-20-minute objective test based on age and a brief ADHD rating scale with immediate results. We are requesting a total of$9,640 to purchase and install software and assessment testing tools for all outpatient sites. Our request is one-time and will be sustained with our current funding once hardware and assessment bundle are purchased. 3579 A. Introduction. Describe the overall organization, its qualifications relevant to this request, and its capacity to manage the project. For the past 52 years, the Guidance/Care Center, Inc. (GCC) has provided Comprehensive, Integrated Community Behavioral Health Services (Mental Health, Substance Abuse and Primary Care) to adults, children and families all ages. GCC is the centralized receiving facility for all behavioral health services in Monroe County including the full continuum of care which includes crisis support, outreach, prevention, mobile crisis response, psychiatric, intervention, individual, group & family therapy, psychosocial rehabilitation, medication assisted treatment, crisis stabilization and transportation for those who are disadvantaged. GCC has the only detoxification center and the only Assisted Living Facility for those with mental illness in Monroe County. In addition, mental health and substance abuse services are also co-located at every school throughout the district and at the juvenile detention center. GCC also provides services at the adult detention center as the Jail In- House Program is residential substance abuse treatment for inmates who are eligible for the program while serving their sentence. GCC has 14 programs accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) since 2003. GCC works collaboratively with other agencies, schools, private providers, law enforcement, hospitals and other behavioral health providers to support and enhance the benefits to our clients, consumers and other stakeholders. GCC serves all clients regardless of ability to pay through funding by the state of Florida. Important to note that this funding is fee for service versus cost reimbursement, so funding is only received through staff and the service time. The proposed project will directly impact mental health care for minors and adults as well as crime and drug prevention through the achievement of adequate screening and assessment for ADHD. This diagnosis is usually treated with psychostimulants. Knowing that substance use and misuse is prevalent in the Florida Keys, proper assessment and testing is critical to avoid prescribing to those who have substance abuse issue, misuse, and/or to those who may sell their medications. In addition, medication response to ensure treatment is effective is crucial. QbCheck is an online ADHD test that supports early identification, assessment and treatment of ADHD. It is a computer-based test that objectively measures the core signs of ADHD: hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention. During the test, a number of symbols will appear on your computer screen. Individuals push the spacebar when a certain symbol appears. Meanwhile, a webcam uses facial recognition technology to track movements during the test. After test completion, test result is compared with individuals of the same age and gender, who have ADHD and those who do not. Together with other clinically relevant information, the comparison to the age and gender matched groups will inform GCC prescribers about the presence of ADHD symptoms the individuals response to ADHD treatment. GCC has the resources and infrastructure to successfully install and maintain the desired testing system. The application is accessible on the equipment used at the Guidance/Care Center and can be accessed through web-based platform. B. Goals,, Ob'ei ctives and Outcomes (What needs to be done). Supply documentation of the need if it is available. This project will accomplish two goals: 1. Improve mental health care for minors and adults by: a. Providing a means for accurate screening and assessment of ADHD 3580 b. Assist psychiatric prescribers by providing an additional objective measure of the core symptom area in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in adults and children. c. Measure treatment response and symptom reduction. 2. Improve crime and drug prevention by: a. Creating a check and balance for ADHD stimulant medications prescribed. b. Reduce substance misuse and drug sales of stimulants by ensuring that those who receive these medications need them and at the dosage they receive. C. Back round and Significance (Why the project is important to the community). Children and adults with undiagnosed ADHD can develop significant problems which affect all aspects of their lives. Studies indicate that up to 50 percent of children with ADHD can continue to experience significant symptoms in adulthood. Adolescents with ADHD have higher rates of motor vehicle crashes, substance abuse, and school dropout. In early adulthood, ADHD may be associated with depression, mood or conduct disorders and substance abuse. Adults with ADHD often have inconsistent performance at work or in their careers; difficulties with day-to-day responsibilities; experience relationship problems; and may have chronic feelings of frustration, guilt or blame. The goal of ADHD treatment is to improve symptoms, optimize functional performance, and remove behavioral obstacles. Medication is effective for treating ADHD symptoms, and studies suggest that earlier identification and treatment may improve longer-term educational, work, and social outcomes. The first step in successful treatment is a proper diagnosis. It has been difficult to achieve adequate screening and assessment for ADHD, because traditional screening procedures are subjective, time consuming and expensive. In addition, ADHD is usually treated with psychostimulants. Knowing that substance use and misuse is prevalent in the Florida Keys, proper assessment and testing is critical to avoid prescribing to those who have substance abuse issue, misuse, and may sell their medications. Conventional psychological tests have been used successfully for diagnosing ADHD in adults and children but are at high expense. Comprehensive psychological evaluations for ADHD can cost between $1000 and $3000, and are not covered by most insurance, as well as the limited availability of psychologists and facilities in our area, who perform these tests. After the evaluations are complete, the patients still needs to locate treatment providers, whether it be for medication, or behavioral therapy. The computerized assessment technology for ADHD, which can generate objective cognitive data in an efficient and cost-effective way. QbCheck is a FDA-cleared for the diagnostic assessment and to measure treatment in ADHD. This means once a diagnosis is verified the test can be given at different time points to ensure the medication treatment response. QbCheck is a web-based platform for in-office and the tests are compatible with laptops with built-in webcams. It is suitable for children and adults ages 6-60. The test process includes a 15-20 minute objective test based on age and a brief ADHD rating scale with immediate results. D. Tar et Po ullation (Who will be served specifically? Age? Gender? Special circumstances) The primary target population will be residents ages 6-60 years requesting medications for ADHD. E. AlOproach Method., (How will the project be done? Where will it be done? When? What staffing is required?) 3581 Testing can be done immediately prior to psychiatric visit and in combination with other assessment methods of the biopsychosocial, self-report and subjective measures. The QbCheck testing takes 15-20 minutes and will be done at our outpatient offices. Current support staff can assist clients in the set up to test and results will be immediately available to prescriber at the individual's psychiatric evaluation or medication management visit, so no additional staffing required. F. Resources and costs. (How much will it cost? Include detailed budget. What other resources are available for the project? Describe the organization's fiscal capabilities.) There is no other source of funding for equipment or assessment tools. Current medical funding is all inclusive fee for service as designated by service rates by State of Florida managing entity and/or insurance providers. Medical funding is limited and over expended every year, but GCC ensures services to uninsured or underinsured regardless. Client Laptop Equipment and the web-based platform are the only expenses. Expense detail as follows: QbCheck Testing Platform Bundle � �� $6608 ....... . .�_.._ .. --- ........ ....._.__ Client Laptops with webcam for testing $3032 _._ ... ..........._ ......... _ . total $9,640.00 G. Sustainabilit (For projects that may be asking for funds for more than one year, how will the project be sustained upon termination of this funding?) Not applicable H. Financial Statement (Income and expense report for the previous year.) Guidance/Care Center FY 24 Income Statement Revenue Federal Funding 1,344,319 State Funding 9,431,095 County Funding 1,350,326 City Funding 4,500 Other Grant 81,789 Client Fees 902,870 Fund Development 9,612 Other Revenue 22,890 Total Revenue 13,147,403 Operating Expense Salary 7,483,162 Benefits 1,432,759 Food Service 116,017 Occupancy 254,736 Program Maintenance/Supplies498,689 Consulting 322,533 Travel 98,707 Furniture & Equipment 53,620 Repair& Maintenance 172,165 Vehicles 93,549 Office/Advertising/Insurance 862,398 Other Expenses 10,545 3582 Management/Administration1,597,709 Total Expense 12,996,590 EBITDA (Operating Income) 150,813 Non-Operational Expenses Taxes 565 Amortization/Depreciation 254,105 Total Non-Op Expenses 254,670 NET SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) (103,857) GUIDANCE/CARE CENTER INC. - COMMUNITYACTIONCOUNCIL MEMBERS: Rick Ramsay, Chair Monroe County Sheriff 5525 College Road Key West,FL 33040 (305) 292-7001 (work) (305)292-7099(fax) rramsqyAkeyssQ.net Field:Law Enforcement Michael Cunningham,CEO- Florida Keys AHEC 5800 Overseas Highway #38 3050 (305) 743-7111 (work) m unMarathon, nghmaijkahec.or Field: Administration/ PR Community Ed.— Since 2011 Jean Barber, BSN 210 Shore Ave, Key West, FL 33040 (305) 304-0564 (cell) jeanbarber8napmail.com green�yean3$fIi icloud.com Field: Nursing/Community Health— Since 2018 Billy Davis, CEO-A Positive Step 5503 College Rd. Key West,FL 33040 (305)304-1969 ai; smccI (c aol.com Field: Social Services — Since 2021 Christina Clark,BSN 127 South Rolling Hill Road Tavernier, FL 33070 (305) 852-0757 (home) (305) 360-3189 (cell) (305) 852-0757 (fax) chc127f;��'bellsouth.net Field: Nursing/Community Health— Since 2018 Michele White,BA 670 La Fitte Rd. Little Torch Key,FL 33042 (786) 445-7863 michele.whiteDfirsthorizon com Field: Banking— Since 2024 Sherry Read,MSA- NAMI member 1509 Patricia Street Key West, FL 33040 (305)294 2648 (305) 304 3039 Srher �k corn Field:Health Service Admin — Since 2014 Elena Spottswood, BS 532 Caroline St. Key West,FL 33040 (305)395-1931 elenas col ttswood :r:'aol.com Field: Community Advocate-Since 2018 Marsh Wolfe- 150 Edgewood Dr. Marquette, MI 49855 (305)797-6879 marshwolfe(2i)gmail.com Field: Community Mental Health— Since 2017 Rev.December 2024 3583 t L:ire t"uidance are Ce tag IM 2024 Board of Directors and Officers At-Lar Uj2Z Ukjr.: Rick Ramsay — Chair Monroe County Sheriff's Office 5525 College Road Key West, FL 33040 (305) 292-7001 Work(Direct) (305) 292-7099 Fax rramsa, fa: ,ke sso,.net Executive_CQmmittee Qire s James (Jim) L. Wadhams Black& Wadhams Attorneys 10777 West Twain Ave. Suite 300 Las Vegas,NV 89135 (702) 869-8801 Work (702) 869-2669 Fax lwadhamsL(��blackwadhamsaaw William (Bill) Ekstrom, Jr. 1516 S. Paloma Blanca Pl. Kingman, AZ 86401 (928) 308-7434 Cell w'e� kstromra. mail.com Thomas (Tom) J. Walsh, II 180 28th Ave. North St. Petersburg, FL 33704 (727) 552-1947 Work (727) 823-0749 Home (727) 552-1440 Fax tom.,.walsh(iiyestcare.com............................co .. Doris Hope Michaux 3440 Stembler Ridge Douglasville, GA 30135 (678) 715-5547 Home (preferred) (678) 761-5273 Cell dorismichaw 10(e mail.com Mary A.Y. Okada PO Box 3566 Hagatna, Guam 96932 (671) 735-5700 Work (671) 734-1003 Fax (671) 777-3216 Cell maxi.okada �i pgmcc edu Executive Committee Directors, 3584 Richard(Dick) E. Steinberg— President PO Box 94738 Las Vegas,NV 89193 (702) 385-2090 Work - (702)448-8100 Fax rstembergLrl westcare.com n-Directo _EX-Officio Officers Ken Ortbals, CEO of WestCare Guidance Care Center, Inc. PO Box 94738 Las Vegas,NV 89193 (702) 385-2090 ken.ortba 'we,steare,com Linda Erath, Treasurer and Secretary of WestCare Guidance Care Center, Inc. PO Box 94738 Las Vegas,NV 89193 (702) 385-2090 linda.erath )westcare.com 3585 Docusign Envelope ID:F4DB6EE3-6E2C-43B0-8318,4678F6EA6DFA First Page of the Application: (Limit one page, except as noted below): Applicant Identification Name of Organization: DOLPHINS to stop Domestic violence, Inc. Address: 34 Pirates Drive; Key Largo, FL 33037 Authorized Representative: (name &title) Pamela Feeser Founder and President Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) Pamela Feeser Telephone: 305.7 31.5 24 3 Fax: 833.615.1070 E-mail: a.. . -.. v Type of Organization: 501c3 (Check ne) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency [ Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)or(4) [X ] Title of Project: Type of request: Recurring funds (e.g.,operational costs) ❑Non-recurring funds (e.g.,capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $10,000 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here ❑ and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? QYes nNo From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. Baptist Health Foundation, approved; united way approved. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. on separate page This application addresses(please check all that apply): ❑Law Enforcement 0 Crime Prevention ❑Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults ❑ Cultural,Artistic,Educational,Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth Docuftned Signature m„ _ Date: 025 1 9:13 AM PST •//� 7 �.+11A.4�.. �.604A.. Please note: "' eV u`sFe009Wghine Laws of the State of Florida appl y to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. 3586 Docusign Envelope ID:F4DB6EE3-6E2C-33B0-8318-4678F6EA6DFA Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: l. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Docusigned by: Pamela Feeser Applicant's Signature: Applicant's Name (Printed) 3587 Docusign Envelope ID:F4DB6EE3-6E2C43B0-8318-4678F6EA6DFA DOLPHINS to Stop Domestic Violence, Inc. DBA: Living Springs Counseling Who:D.O.L.P.H.I.N.S. is a 501c3 established in 2001. Our mission is to reduce domestic violence through counseling and education by empowering the community to create ifferentoptions for'iving, laying,and oping;n ;on-violence and safety.Our DBA(doing business as)under D.O.L.P.H.I.N.S.: Living Springs Counseling.This grant request falls under Living Springs Counseling. D.O.L.P.H.I.N.S.will handle financial oversight of this grant.These funds will be used to cover rent and other required fees to support the vital services we provide to the community through our DBA listed above. The Rev. Dr. Pamela Feeser,CPC is a Certified Pastoral Counselor,certified by the national certifying agency, American Association of Pastoral Counselors and Assoc.for Clinical Pastoral Ed. The state of Florida does not license pastoral counselors. In states that do,this certification is their license. Feeser has also completed all three levels of the Gottman Couples Therapy training.The United Methodist Endorsing Agency endorses Dr. Feeser as a Certified Pastoral Counseling Chaplain. What: D.O.L.P.H.I.N.S.will use these funds to cover professional memberships, EIDL loan, Liability insurance,and online utility application fees such as email,fax,and SimplePractice;TechSoup, program materials,CPA fee,annual registration fees,continuing education, phone communication and computer replacement,website and more fees and HIPAA online signature. Where:D.O.L.P.H.I.N.S.office is at MM 98.5,34 Pirates Drive; Key Largo.The primary location for services has become our virtual office since the onset of COVID.We provide services throughout the Lower, Middle and Upper Keys. When:All fees covered by this request occur during the 2024 SAFF funding period. Why: Residents who need counseling but cannot afford it will continually spiral downward because of overwhelming chronic conditions and situations,to the detriment of individuals,family unit and community. These conditions and situations may include stress from addictions, loss of job, inadequate income,exasperated health issues,conflict,or abuse within household,to name just a few. Mental Health and substance issues are the leading cause for violent crimes,including domestic violence,within the community. Monroe County currently rates among the highest in the state for domestic violence, divorce,suicide,and addictions per FDLE and S FL Health Council reports.Additionally,the inequity between the high cost of living and the low income throughout the county coupled with the fact that 42%of working age residents do not have health insurance or their insurance does not adequately cover their required prescriptions,opens a demand for our Rx assistance program. These vital programs could not serve to improve living for our neighbors without the support provided by the fees covered. How:By providing treatment to members of the Upper Keys community who would otherwise be unable to afford the necessary services,the ultimate result will show a reduction in violent crime,as well as healthcare,criminal justice,and social services costs. Not only will the individual be helped with counseling but also their household and ultimately,the economy and safety of our communal livelihood in the Keys.Treatments will directly result in reduced medical and criminal costs to the community. Treatments will also reduce the prevalence of chronic mental and medical conditions among our residents. How much:We are requesting a total of$10,000 3 3588 Dopusign Envelope ID:F4DB6EE3-6E2C-43B0-8318-4678F6EA6DFA A. Introduction D.O.L.P.H.I.N.S.is a 501c3 established in 2001. Our mission is to reduce domestic violence through counseling and education by empowering the community to create �,!ifferent 'ptions for iving, laying,and ,oping n on-violence and safety. There are two DBAs(doing business as) under D.O.L.P.H.I.N.S.: Living Springs Counseling and Living Waters Rx Project. This grant request falls under Living Springs Counseling. D.O.L.P.H.I.N.S. The Founder and CEO of Living Springs Counseling The Rev.Dr. Pamela Feeser,CPC, is appointed to this community and organization by the Bishop of the United Methodist Church in the Florida Conference for full time ministry to the Upper Keys as an Ordained pastor and Certified Pastoral Counseling Chaplain. The Bishop and the United Methodist Endorsing Agency have also fully Endorsed Rev.Dr. Feeser as a Certified Pastoral Counselor Chaplain. The Association for Clinical Pastoral Education upholds Rev. Dr. Feeser's certification as Pastoral Counselor,CPC. In addition to her highly-specialized training as a Pastoral Counselor,Dr. Feeser has also completed professional training(and licensing in PA)as an educator as well as completed over 30 years' experience writing curriculum's and providing both counseling and educational services. Demand for her workshops and educational services has been popular for years. Dr. Feeser is a 20+year resident of the Upper Keys having served the community as Pastor,Pastoral Counselor, and volunteering for FKOC through AmeriCorps VISTA,Take Stock in Children, UK public schools music programs and as a board member of the Monroe County Homeless Continuum of Care. She has also provided leadership through Business and Professional Women,Salvation Army Advisory,and Healthy Start Coalition. She is also a member of the best class XIX of Leadership Monroe. As a pastoral counselor, her principal areas of focus are depression,grief,faith/spiritual issues, abuse recovery and marriage/couples counseling. Among other educational opportunities,she also provides a 9-week parenting class,ACT Parenting. She is trained in this class through the Melissa Institute of Miami. Judge Garcia,of the family court, has approved this class to fulfill court mandated parenting classes in Monroe County. Dr. Feeser celebrates over 5 successful classes graduating from this program. DOLPHINS offers the only Certified Pastoral Counseling(CPC)in Monroe County.Although we offer counseling incorporated with spirituality,not all counseling is spiritual based. We serve a diverse community,some that have no faith affiliation as well as those of differing faiths;we are here to meet the spiritual needs of all who ask. As servants of God,it is our calling to serve all God's people,not just the ones that follow a faith. We offer a generous sliding fee scale. Many times,an individual in need of counseling,cannot wait and/or an individual may request that their counseling include the added necessity of faith. Included are some impacting statistics in Monroe County: • 42%of Upper Keys, Florida residents between the ages of 18-60 have no health insurance. • Housing in Monroe County,FL is 86%more expensive than the rest of Florida. Retail cost is 37%more expensive than the rest of Florida(BEBR) 4 3589 Docusign Envelope ID:F4DB6EE3-6E2C-43B0-8318-4678F6EA6DFA • Income is 7% higher than the rest of Florida(BEER) • Monroe County, FL is ranked as#1 in the nation for addictions(both alcohol and drug), suicide,domestic violence,and divorce.(BEBR) • Although 58%of the Keys population between 18-60 HAVE insurance, many do not have coverage for mental health services until they meet deductibles. These realities make it sometimes impossible for individuals and families in need to gain access to immediate assistance. Some clients are court-ordered to seek counseling. We are court recognized. Many times,our services are chosen by an individual because of our unprecedented level of confidentiality,compassion and concern for their health and wellbeing. DOLPHINS counselors are recognized throughout the region for their expertise in domestic violence counseling. Increased costs of living further complicate individual and family dysfunctionalities. Assisting 1 adult family member will have a positive effect on the remaining household members,many times including dependent children. Per the 2015 ALICE Report,40%of single female households with children live in poverty. B. Goals/Objectives/Outcomes The community of Monroe County is a federally designated underserved rural community. Forty-two percent of residents between the ages of 18 and 60 have no health insurance even with the new Obama care. (HCSF)The retail wage index is 80%higher in housing and 37% higher in retail cost while wages are only 7%higher.(BEBR) Living Springs Counseling uses a generous sliding scale to charge our clients. We invite our clients that gross under$20,000 to pay$5 per session if they can. The attitude of these clients has been one of great appreciation and they are encouraged to better their lives,so they can pay something. Those who have no possibility of making their financial future better(those who are on disability)are encouraged to pay it forward. These clients do reach out helping others in worse shape than themselves and thus gain self-respect. We are creating the building blocks of community through this process. We are also making good mental health accessible to the lowest earning group of our community. Our collective goal is to empower the community to create different options for living, playing and hoping in non-violence and safety(D.O.L.P.H.i.N.S.). In effect,undermining the hold domestic violence and substance abuse has on our community. Objectives: 1. Provide appropriate space to carry out the programs above for the grant period. 2. Provide the electronic support necessary to appropriately carry out the programs above for the grant period. 3. Participate in educational and professional accountability groups to appropriately carry out the programs above for the grant period. Outcomes: 1. Clients will be empowered to share and grow by having a space that ensures confidentiality and comfort. 2. Clients'confidentiality will be ensured by HIPAA compliant signature,email,and fax services. 5 3590 Docusign Envelope ID:F4DB6EE3-6E2C-43B0-8318-4678F6EA6DFA 3. Clients will receive professional services from an appropriately trained and accountable Pastoral Counselor and Executive Director. C. Why project is important to our community. DOLPHINS goal is to empower the individual to create new ways to live and live out those ways. DOLPHINS work with the client in self-assessments to set and attain their goals for healthier living. Self-assessments are used as a tool to help the client measure their progress and reassess goals as needed. It must be noted that Certified Pastoral Counseling(CPC)differs from services offered by a church pastor where best practice is 3-4 sessions and then referred to professional counseling such as CPC or services offered through a mental health provider. The community of Monroe County is a federally designated underserved rural community. Forty-two percent of residents between the ages of 18 and 60 have no health insurance even with the new Obama care. (HCSF)The retail wage index is 80%higher in housing and 37% higher in retail cost while wages are only 7%higher.(BEBR) Living Springs Counseling uses a generous sliding scale to charge our clients. We invite our clients that gross under$20,000 to pay$5 per session if they can. The attitude of these clients has been one of great appreciation and they are encouraged to better their lives,so they can pay something. Those who have no possibility of making their financial future better(those who are on disability)are encouraged to pay it forward. These clients do reach out helping others in worse shape than themselves and thus gain self-respect. We are creating the building blocks of community through this process. We are also making good mental health accessible to the lowest earning group of our community. The industry average fee is$85-$135 per session. Our projected FY 2020 number of sessions is 200. Our session rate is below the industry standard at$70 per session.Our targeted revenues are$14,000. DOLPHINS offers a sliding fee scale calculated by(Household Income/2)multiplied by.001. Residents who need counseling but cannot afford it will continually spiral downward because of overwhelming chronic conditions and situations. These conditions and situations may include stress from Hurricane Irma,addictions,loss of job, inadequate income,exasperated health issues,conflict,or abuse within household,to name just a few. Mental Health and substance issues are the leading cause for violent crimes within the community. Not only will the individual be helped with counseling but also their household and ultimately,the economy and state of our communal livelihood in the Keys.Treatments will directly result in reduced medical and criminal and social service costs to the community. Treatments will also reduce the prevalence of chronic mental and medical conditions among our residents as well as a reduction in violent crime Most of our clients pay$20 per session,on average 40 sessions. This is closely followed by 44 sessions at less than or equal to$10 per session.On average most individuals are 3 to 10 sessions and occasionally as many as 20 sessions. Through the years,DOPHINS has gained community acknowledgement and support. We continue to maintain a community presence by active community involvement.Some of the Executive Director's affiliations include: 6 3591 Docusign Envelope ID:F4DB6EE3-6E2C-43BO-8318-4678F6EA6DFA • Business and Professional Women's Association—Past VP for 2 years • Monroe County Reserve Corp and CERT team member • Long Term Recovery Group • Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition • Take Stock in Children,Mentor since 2008 • American Association of Pastoral Counselors:Assoc Clinical Pastoral Education—CPC • Leadership Monroe Class XIX • Monroe County Homeless Services Continuum of Care, Founding Board Member • Upper Keys Ministerial Association, Past Treasurer for 10 years • Florida Conference of the United Methodist Church,Ordained Elder in Retired Connection These affiliations provide the conduit to connect with many advocates and supports. Some of donors and contributors include: • United Way of the Keys—we are a partnering agency • Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Fund (SAFF) • Community Foundation of the Florida Keys(CFFK) • Baptist Health Foundation( LW Rx Project only) • FKEC • Upper Keys Ministerial Association • Center State Bank • Winn Dixie D. We accept clients of all races,faiths,and economic standing. We specialize in depression, marriage, bereavement,and spiritual growth counseling. Direct D.O.L.P.H.I.N.S.clients are primarily adults; however, by treating adults the rest of the members of their families also receive opportunities for healthier living. D.O.L.P.H.I.N.S.clients are also Monroe County residents. E. Living Springs Counseling sessions will take place at the office which is located at St.James Episcopal Church Islamorada, FL.as well as over Video conference.Sessions will take place Monday-Friday at times agreeable to both counselor and counselee. Each individual session is 50 minutes while couples are 80 minutes.The Rev. Dr. Pamela Feeser,CPC will be offering the counseling sessions as well as teaching the ACT Parenting class and administering the Rx Project. She will be assisted by a team of enthusiastic volunteers.The Rev. Dr. Pamela Feeser is a Certified Pastoral Counselor,certified by the national certifying agency,American Association of Pastoral Counselors and endorsed by the United Methodist Endorsing Agency.The state of Florida does not license pastoral counselors. In states that do,this certification is their license. F. Resources and Costs D.O.L.P.H.I.N.S. is a 501c3 established in 2001.Living Springs Counseling is our DBA by which Monroe County residents know us. D.O.L.P.H.I.N.S.will handle financial oversight of this grant.We have 2 main fundraisers,individual donors,counseling fees,and grants that will cover the remaining costs. G. Sustainability 7 3592 Docusign envelope ID:F4DB6EE3-6E2C-43B0-8318-4678F6EA6DFA This is a one-year request.We will continue our programming and the administrative support necessary to carry out the programming through client fees, donations,fundraisers and additional grants. H. Financial Statement:see next page. Income Grants $12,000.00 SAFF '10 000.00 TOTAL INCOME $22,000.00 Expenses )p4'4 aukcwaG SBA repayment COVID $4,000.00 Annual registration $100.00 Professional Memberships $1,000.00 Communication/IT $1,750.00 liability insurance $550.00 continuing education $500.00 $7,900.00 35% Fundraiser seed $500.00 Marketing $0.00 $5 00.00 2% Program Materials $800 Program mileage $800 LW Rx $12,000.00 $13,600.00 61% TOTAL EXPENSE $22,000.00 SAFF Communication/IT $1,750 EIDL loan $4,000.00 online utilities $700.00 professional $1,000.00 memberships liability $550.00 prog materials $800.00 cont ed $500.00 Annual registration $100.00 program mileage $600 $10,000 8 3593 Docusign Envelope ID:F4DB6EE3-6E2C-43B0-83184678F6EA6DFA Income/Expense by Category - 2023 1/1/2023 through 12/31/2023(Cash Basis) 1/9/2025 Page 1 1/1/2023- OVERALL Category 12/31/2023 TOTAL INCOME Amazon Grant 10.58 10.58 Donations 150.00 150.00 Fundraiser income 170.00 170.00 Interest Inc-Interest Income 0.58 0.58 Other Inc-Other Income 156.58 156.58 Program service fees 1,060.00 1,060.00 SAFF Grant funds 872.99 872.99 UW Grant Funds 1,812.49 1,812.49 TOTAL INCOME 4,233.22 4,233.22 EXPENSES Uncategorized 37.59 37.59 Auto&Transport-Auto&Transport 61.25 61.25 Bills&Utilities-Bills&Utilities 95.68 95.68 Continuing Education 74.95 74.95 Fees&Charges-Fees&Charges 36.00 36.00 Food&Dining-Food&Dining 29.19 29.19 Liability Insurance 410.70 410.70 Office Expense 1,186.33 1,186.33 Professional dues 148.96 148,96 Program Expense 1,662.87 1,662.87 TO SBA loan 1,151.00 1,151.00 TOTAL EXPENSES 4,894.52 4,894.52 OVERALL TOTAL 661.30 -661.30 3594 > } / � / \ � \ m \ S /, � m 0 OR 0 / a k LU k C CL m k / n n o 0 m m n m & q q q q to E � 9 CL M cn (n m 0 k E � ) a L. 2 LL LL 2 ° 2 CL a) to / ° to & m m Ln41 � t 2 2 / 2 c k m 2 \ 2 > 0 m cu o G o k CL z ¥ co / q q $ f 0 7 u F E § o 0 I k / ( / § 2 M -0 UJ 0 A § 0 i 0 w : _ 02ca z to m 0 -0 § $ k k k 41 k E E _ / k 0- � R o 2 v 2 8 & X � $ LL � � 0 / m § a 2 q � CO k / o . z � 2 LAJ 3595 First Page of the Application: (Limit one page,except as noted below): AI11licant_Identification Name of Organization: A Positive Step of Monroe County,Inc. Address: 5503 College Road, Key West,FL 33040 Authorized representative: (name&title)Billy Davis, Executive Director Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) Billy Davis Telephone: 1-305-304-1969 ;Fax:N/A E-mail: apsmccrp@aol.com Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency [ ] Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)or(4) [ X ] Title of Project: Idle Hands Summer Youth Employment and Fatherhood Initiative Program Type of request: ® Recurring funds (e.g.,operational costs) ❑Non-recurring funds(e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $10,000.00 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here ❑ and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? Yes ❑No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count.Please see attachment A If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like.Please see attachment B This application addresses (please check all that apply): ❑ Law Enforcement ® Crime Prevention ® Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment ® Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults ❑ Cultural,Artistic,Educational, Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth ....._ _._ "..._ . �� ' Signature: �... .wl A �._��, r� • � Date � � �' ..... ,� Please note: 1.3ecause Sunshine unshme Laws of the State of Florida apply to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: I. All information included in this application is true. 3596 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense b. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. m.�..o. . ... ., _ Applicant's Signature x_ Applic:'iYtPs Name (Printed) W. Third Page of the Application(Limit of one page): Abstract: A Positive Step of Monroe County's Idle Hands Summer Youth Program The Idle Hands Summer Youth Program, established by A Positive Step of Monroe County(APSMC), is a transformative initiative designed to provide at-risk high school students from the Lower Keys with meaningful summer employment. This program addresses the gap in work experience and training for underserved youth,empowering them with essential skills for their future careers. 3597 Kev Components: Employment Opportunities: The program offers summer jobs to 25-30 students from Key West High School,providing practical work experience in a variety of roles. These positions help students develop hands-on skills that are directly applicable to the workforce. Skill Development: Participants gain exposure to diverse job functions,fostering the development of critical skills such as teamwork, communication,problem-solving, and time management—skills that will serve them in any future career. Educational Engagement: By staying engaged in the summer months, students mitigate the risk of summer learning loss, which helps them remain on track with their academic progress and success. Mentorship and Career Exploration: Program participants receive mentorship from both program staff and local professionals.This guidance offers students insight into potential career paths, helping them discover their interests and understand the educational and professional requirements of various fields. Community Integration: In partnership with the City of Key West and Key West High School,the program serves students from across the Lower Keys, including Summerland Key, Big Torch Key, Little Torch Key, Cudjoe Key, Sugarloaf Key,Big Coppitt Key,and Stock Island. This widespread community involvement strengthens local ties and fosters a sense of collective purpose. Self-Confidence and Personal Growth: Working in real-world environments boosts students' self-confidence, instills a sense of accomplishment, and helps them develop a strong work ethic—all essential for personal and professional growth. Impact on Dropout Rates: Studies show that summer employment can play a crucial role in reducing high school dropout rates. By engaging students in meaningful work,the program encourages them to stay connected to their educational and career goals. prom,ram Goals:_ • Enhance Work Readiness: Equip students with the skills and experience necessary for future employment. • Improve Educational Outcomes:Ensure students stay engaged academically during the summer, improving their performance and readiness for the school year ahead. • Build Self-Esteem: Foster confidence and a positive work ethic through hands-on job experiences and mentorship. • Explore Career Interests: Provide exposure to different careers,helping students make informed choices about their futures. • Strengthen Community Ties:Contribute to the local economy and community by involving youth in productive,meaningful activities. Evaluation and Reporting: APSMC evaluates the effectiveness of the Idle Hands Summer Youth Program through participant surveys, academic performance tracking, employer feedback, and mentor reports. Annual reports summarize these insights, demonstrating the program's impact and success. In summary, APSMC's Idle Hands Summer Youth Program offers at-risk youth in the Lower Keys invaluable work experience, personal growth, and career development. Through hands-on employment, 3598 mentorship,and community involvement,the program helps participants develop the skills and confidence they need to succeed,while positively impacting the broader community. A brief summary of the project(who,what,where,why,when, how and how much). Pages 4 through 9 of the Application: THE APPLICATION A. Introduction. Describe the overall organization,its qualifications relevant to this request,and its capacity to manage the project. Founded in 1999 under the auspices of the Monroe County School Board,A Positive Step of Monroe County (APSMC) is a private, nonprofit 501(c)(3) community-based organization dedicated to supporting high-risk children and their families. APSMC's mission was originally focused on collaborating with local agencies to improve outcomes for children and families, while helping to reduce juvenile crime and dependency in Florida. Over the years of service to Monroe County families, APSMC recognized an emerging gap: the lack of support for absent fathers and their impact on their children's lives. In response, the organization expanded its focus in 2018 as part of the National Fatherhood Initiative, seeking to give a voice to absent fathers and strengthen their roles within their families. APSMC's services grew to include initiatives aimed at improving the domestic stability of fathers, empowering them through education and resources, enhancing parenting skills, and increasing economic stability—all in an effort to better the lives of fathers,their children, and the community as a whole. As the organization evolved, Billy Davis, founder and Executive Officer of APSMC, recognized the need to refine the organization's mission to better reflect its expanded goals. The updated mission became: "To improve the lives of at-risk children and strengthen the role of fathers in their families." For more than 20 years, APSMC has been a trusted and integral provider of innovative social services and evidence-based treatment in Monroe County. With over 18 years of experience in full compliance with SAFF award requirements, APSMC has built a reputation for excellence. The organization is led by strong leadership, a dedicated volunteer board of directors,and a commitment to strategic unity. APSMC is known for its robust financial and quality reporting, ensuring accountability and transparency in every aspect of its operations. Its infrastructure is well-equipped to effectively manage both ongoing programs and new projects, ensuring continued success and impact in the community. Notably, APSMC has never lost a contract for failing to meet the requirements set forth by funding sources. B. Goals,Objectives and Outcomes(What needs to be done). Supply documentation of the need if it is available. With the support of the Monroe County Sheriff's SAFF program,APSMC will continue to provide vital prevention, intervention,and treatment services to high-risk youth, absent fathers,and families in Monroe County. The Fatherhood Initiative Program aims to help fathers: • Increase Awareness and Knowledge: Develop a deeper understanding of the essential qualities of being a good father. • Enhance Co-Parenting Skills: Foster healthy behaviors that improve relationships and promote effective co-parenting. • Boost Engagement and Responsibility: Encourage greater involvement and responsibility in their children's lives. 3599 • Improve Economic Stability: Support fathers in achieving financial independence through gainful employment, ensuring they can provide material and financial support for their children. • Expand Knowledge of Community Resources: Increase awareness of available services, including behavioral health, addiction support, financial assistance, and other community resources. The Idle Hands Summer Youth Employment Program aims to help youth: • Improve Social-Emotional Development: Foster essential interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence. • Reduce Delinquent Behavior: Minimize involvement in the criminal justice system by providing structured,positive activities. • Maintain School Engagement: Keep students connected to their education, ensuring they return to school in the fall ready to succeed. • Develop Positive Work Habits: Cultivate employability skills and a strong work ethic through hands-on job experience. • Enhance Academic and Career Aspirations: Inspire greater academic motivation and clearer career goals. C. Background and Significance(Why the project is important to the community). Monroe County, including its growing immigrant communities, is home to some of the most economically distressed and underserved populations in the state of Florida.Reducing these disparities requires increasing access to affordable, high-quality, and cost-effective social services. Through its programs, A Positive Step of Monroe County (APSMC) works to break down barriers and ensure equitable access to community-based services,treatment,and support,directly addressing these critical needs. APSMC's Summer Youth Employment Program and Southernmost Fatherhood Initiative are unique in Monroe County and are not duplicated by any other organization. These programs have a direct and lasting impact on the community: • Idle Hands Summer Youth Employment Program: Since 2011,APSMC has been the sole provider of a summer employment program for students in Key West who are still in school. This program prepares youth for the workforce by teaching essential job skills, responsibility, and the rewards of hard work. In addition to hands-on experience,the program includes a one-day educational session on the negative effects of substance use and the importance of prevention and treatment. • Southernmost Fatherhood Initiative: Since 2018,APSMC has been the only organization in Monroe County offering fatherhood interventions through the Southernmost Fatherhood Initiative.This program focuses on addressing the root causes and needs of absent fathers,emphasizing the critical role fathers play in their children's growth, development, safety, and overall well-being. Despite the central importance of fathers in families,most social service systems primarily engage with mothers, leaving fathers—especially those who are most in need of parenting support—largely uninvolved.This absence has a profound impact on children and the wider community.Research shows that children raised in father-absent homes face: • 4x greater risk of poverty • More likely to have behavioral problems • 2x greater risk of infant mortality • More likely to be incarcerated • More likely to commit crimes • 7x more likely to become pregnant as teenagers 3600 • More likely to experience abuse and neglect • More likely to abuse alcohol and drugs • 2x more likely to drop out of school (National Fatherhood Initiative, 2019, Father Facts: Eighth Edition) involved t. SMC's Southernmost Fatherhood Initiative plays aa The lasting effects of father absence are undeniable, and the need for programs that support ren and fatherhood and responsible parenting Is urgen vital role in addressing this gap, helping fathers strengthen their relationships with their chil enhancing family stability. to the health, stability, and safety of our dle Hands Summer Youth Employment Program and the Southernmost Fatherhood Initiative. Both the I �s residents, contributing, treatment, and are integral to Monroe County Opportunities, services, community. By providing equitable access to employment ro rams are essential to transforming the lives of individuals and families throughout support,these p g Monroe County. ulation(Who will be served specifically`? Age? Gender? Special circumstances) . Target Po p APSMC 's two key programs serve individuals aged 16 and older who reside in Monroe County, Florida. Fatherhood Initiative: fathers aged ed 16 and older who meet one or more of the following This program specifically targets criteria: • Have at least one minor child not living with them • Are incarcerated the Florida Keys) ® Are on work release status or probation/parole within Monroe County Summer Youth Employment Program: is open to students aged 16 to l 9 years old who are enrolled at Key West High School This program and plan to return to school in the fall. ender, APSMC is committed to inclusivity and does notexuahor tt ientat one n color,d on race, participantsreligion, the selection of for gender expression, national origin, disability, or s either program. A roach Method. (How will the project be done? Where will it be done? When? What E pp staffing is required?) ow and Fatherhood Pro'=ram eOut Th e Fatherhood Program delivers the evidence-based curriculao is throughout the year. h �ssion facilitated by a trained educator through 12 weekly 2awareness and follows a structured sequence of activities designed nts receiveuild participants' a Fathering Workbook, which is used key parenting topics. To support learning, participants during each session to reinforce kens y concepts. • Session Format: Sessi rCenter: Clae offered in sses are gconduct d via Zoom twice a week for • Monroe County Detentionin the facility. incarcerated fathers,ensuring access t theare proeld ram from times with locations that best accommodate Community-Based Service ments the participants' schedules,with flea bior other personal obligations),for those who May need alternative lIf a participant s unable (e.g.,work schedules, language needs, 3601 to attend the scheduled group classes, one-on-one sessions are offered to meet their unique needs. Summer Youth Em.to ment Pro ram APSMC's Summer Youth Employment Program is a collaborative effort with the City of Key West and Key West High School. An Instructor/Job Coach, who is either a certified teacher or paraprofessional,oversees the program and recruit's students based on need, aptitude,and risk factors. • Orientation: All participants undergo a 2-week orientation at Key West High School before being placed in jobs with the City of Key West. The orientation includes activities that cover critical workplace skills such as teamwork, attitude,body language, anger management, listening skills,work ethic,and job safety. • Job Placement: After successful completion of the orientation, students are placed in positions that align with their interests, skills, and aptitude. ® Program Structure: The program runs for 6 weeks during the summer,with students working 6 hours a day, 5 days a week. Participants receive real wages of$16.00 per hour. Ongoing Support: Throughout the program, mentorship and counseling are provided by the Instructor/Job Coach, APSMC staff, and other collaborators,ensuring that students have the support they need for both personal and professional growth. F. Resources and costs. (How much will it cost? Include detailed budget. What other resources are available for the project? Describe the organization's fiscal capabilities.) Idle Hands Summer Youth Em Flo °ment Pro ram: Expense Amount 25 Student Wages(16/hour x 6 hours/day x 5 days/week x 6 weeks) $72,000 Instructor/Job Coach(20/hour x 8 hours/day x 5 days/week x 6.3 weeks) $5,040 Indirect Costs(10%)(including insurance, counseling, bookkeeping, and $6,840 administration) Total Expense $83,880 Individual Cost per Student(25) $3,355.20/student Note: Costs exceeding 10%will be donated to the program as in-kind contributions. Fatherhood Initiative: Expense Amount Staff Salaries&Payroll Taxes(Program Director,Program Educators, $134,943.00 Administrative Assistant) Other Program Costs (staff screenings, participant materials—workbooks, $60,345 incentives,office supplies, insurance) Administrative Costs(payroll processing, advertising, ) $19,136.50 Total Expense $214,424.50 Individual Cost per Father(120) $1,786.87/father Available Resources for the Pro gams APSMC receives funding from a variety of sources to support its program operations, including: • Monroe County HSAB • Truist Foundation • Batchelor Foundation • City of Key West • Community Foundation of the Florida Keys • Rotary Club of Key West Sunrise • Monroe County Sheriffs SAFF 3602 • D(T • Private Fundraising and Donations Proc.eeds froin the SAFT'award wiIII hepp sustain current program operations and will also be used to generate new matching ffinds to exl,.-)an.d services and impact. APSMC Fiscal Capabilities APSMC maintains strong financial and quality reporting systems to ensure accountability and transparency. The organization has a robust financiA iril-rastructk,iire, with dud-weekly bookkeeping conducted by Gernini Bookkeeping and accounting seii vices provided by Oropeza & Par ks,,An annual review and organ ization's financial staternents is conducted,and compliance is regularly niarnitored according to establisfied standards of the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)for nonprofit organ izations. G. Sustainability,(For projects that may be asking for fuinds for more than one year, haw will the project be sustained upon termination ofthis funding?) As a not for profit organ i zatioi.i.,any net reverme generated over expenses is reinvested durectly into our programs and services.We recognize the importance of"securing additional financial resourcies to SUSt2rirl t1iiese initiatives. To ensure continued success, we are cornfrifitted to seeking new grants, fundraising opporhinities, and donor support to meet our-fund4ig need.s. H. Rinancial Statement(Income and expense report for the previous year.) Please see attached Attachment A APSNIC Funding Requests/Co miry itmeats 1.,, Monroe County Humian Services Advisory Boar(.1 $55,000 (committed) I Batchelor Foundation $15,000 (applied) I DU $300,000(Committed) 4- . City of Key West 1$35,000 (cornmitted) 5. CommUnity Foundation of the Flor,ida.IKeys--,$24,000(prior year grant award commitment), appIlication to ramde next funding cycle 6. Rotary Oiab of Key West Sunrise $2500.00(comalitted) 7. Monroe County Sheril"17�n SAIT -$10,000 (req uested) 8, 11rivate fundraisingand donations -$ 27.000 (committed) Attachment B A Nnft.Mp.Step Mraww,Cowav Board of Mmum IN"ame RaIrld P Man City/ri011ate "Ilreforphone Ernafl Geoff Toni b -o ----------------- KePy)Neest,R. 05050 16 ngH oNancmit Kwst 1IL 5,3(A56 m Affftn Pai;,I [MVIS IN re.nor Malrathlon�R. 3015,92,33402 sa novfi�','��jj Sarn Step.Ap Trfa!;;arer Key VVes;r.,IF:L 305-302-6920 _T,�MS Ewa.. PN.'SkIeUt simmerlamdKeyi 305-6,19-8A40 LA %a✓a 111(ew n ycqarqviin Secretary Key'veest, F1 305�YA,6125 (.'haji,qra Tyne-; Director Kywy,West,F 30S 41.1-4752 Ni,c C;reg S W HVa a Vke President 305.�7197,,3355 . -11,11,11-- __ . ____ == . I '--,---................... 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'"=~� Profit and LOSG January' December 2O24 TOTAL (noome 4 Contributed support 43O|ndiv/buoinonncontribution 21.322.84 432Foundnuiono 75.000.00 Total 4 Contributed support 96.922.84 5 Earned Revenues 401 Program Service Fees HSA8 55.000.00 4O3 Program Service Fees |H 35.000.08 4218herrif'oContributions 6.525.01 Total 5 Earned Revenues 98.525.01 Total|nmumm $192.847.85 Expenses 550.1 Fundraising Fees 1.917.80 68O.5 Payroll Expenses GO1 Payroll Gross Pay 129.573.68 0O4 Payroll Taxes OU5 Medicare Employer 1.878.20 8O5.1SGEmployer 8.031.02 GU5.u8UTAEmployer 87.51 Total 604 Payroll Taxes 9.998.73 Total 600.5 Payroll Expenses 139.570.39 81O Workers Comp Insurance 1.700.00 G15 Payroll Processing 2.27745 819.1 Subcontractor's 4.228.50 620AcoounUng6AdminExpenses 9.287.50 O22 Grant&Contract Expense 3.250.00 Ouo.o Grant Writing Expense 8.886.50 TotalG22 Grant&Contract Expense 12,186.50 O30 Telephone&Internet 1.954.37 834 Participant Education Material 179.85 635 Postage,shipping,delivery 885.88 650Txo|ning 249.00 O8O Travel&meetings expenses 881Tmmo| 77.80 665Conhomncn.convnnUon.moeting 250.09 Total 86D Travel&meetings expenses 328.29 7DU Advertising Expenses 13.715.57 7O5 Automobile Expense 7051 Fuel 1.516.98 Total 705 Automobile Expense 1.516.98 7O8 Bank Charges 331.00 3604 � ��UT�� T�� o�� T� INC.� POSITIVE. ^ x �— STEP ��' ^vv�^na. ^�^�— COUNTY,. , /,a�� Profit and Loss January' December 2O24 TOTAL 735.1 Membership dues'organization 1.485.00 745|nauranon non-employee 4.530.75 75O Business License 186.75 750.1 Lioonoao 3375 770 Office Supplies 2.746.54 771 Computers/Outside Computer Som 259.89 773 Consulting Expense 49.00 7OO Client Activity 1.71871 78J Dues&Subscriptions 805.00 7878upp|ioo 2.350.43 701 k8aalo 1.469.97 Total Expenses �09�2.85 NET OPERATING INCOME $-17.U55.OD Other Income 478 Interest Income 226J2 Total Other Income $226.72 NET OTHER INCOME $226.72 NET INCOME $-18.028.28 3605 First Page of the Application: (Limit one page, except as noted below): Al„icant Identification Name of Organization: MONROE EMERGENCY RESERVE CORPS(MERC) Address: 181 KEY DEER BLVD,BIG PINE KEY,FL 33040 Authorized Representative: (name & title) KATHRYN SYMPSON,MERC BOARD OF DIRECTORS Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) KATHRYN SYMPSON Telephone: (305)495-1405 Fax: na E-mail: KATHY@MERC.NGO Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency Private, non-profit organization, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c )(3)or(4) ✓ Title of Project: COMMUNITY EDUCATION FOR DISASTER/HURRICANE PREPAREDNESS Type of request: Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) Non-recurring funds (e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: 2000 If your request is for multiple year funding, please check here ❑ and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? 7 Yes —No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. 2025-N/A;2023 calendar year-CFFK$1000;2020 calendar year-Jose Wejebe Foundation$1000 encumbered for PPE. If your organization has a Board of Directors, please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. SEPARATE PAGE,LAST PAGE OF APPLICATION This application addresses (please check all that apply): Law Enforcement Crime Prevention Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults Cultural, Artistic, Educational, Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth Date Signature �� .. .. Please note: Becau w nshme L,w,m the State of Florida al ly to these proceedings; any information in this application may be availaile to the public. 3606 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules, regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicants Signature' KATHRYN SYMPSON "° '' ' ;� e " � 9 itnt's Name � o (Printed) 3607 3 ABSTRACT Monroe Emergency Reserve Corps (MERC) is a non-profit organization in partnership with Monroe County Emergency Management (MCEM). Our objective is to offer educational programs in emergency preparedness throughout the Keys. Members of the community receive disaster awareness training to better secure property and mitigate damage and to keep themselves, their families and neighborhood as safe as possible. MERC is about more than just caring for self. Members who complete the program are encouraged to engage as community volunteers who can support MCEM First Responders when called upon. We are committed to providing the best public service through education,training, and volunteering. Our request is for$2000,to support us in offering these services free to the community. 3608 4 MERC MCSO SAFF 2025 GRANT APPLICATION Discussion of:A-overall organization; D -target audience, physical safety and mental resilience; C-organization's background, significance/importance to the community A. C: After Hurricane Irma in 2017, Monroe County Office of Emergency Management(MCEM) envisioned a program to train volunteer residents to assist themselves and the community during times of disaster. Completion of a required certification would qualify those residents for early re-entry after an evacuation, through the county placard system for individuals.That program was organized in October 2018 as the Monroe Emergency Reserve Corps, Inc., (MERC). MERC is a volunteer non-profit organization that continues to work directly with Monroe County's Office of Emergency Management (MCEM). The purpose of this organization is to: Inform, educate, and train citizens of Monroe County, FL on disaster/emergency preparedness, response, recovery and mitigation, ■ Provide trained assistance to respond to locally occurring disasters (e.g., hurricane, flood,fire, etc.) by strictly following Monroe County EM CERT protocol and supporting emergency personnel upon their arrival and request, and ■ Assist public safety agencies and local community organizations on disaster/emergency preparedness, response, recovery,and mitigation. In conjunction with the MCEM, MERC organizes and provides a modified training based on FEMA's CERT (Community Emergency Response Team)guidelines.This addresses MERC's first purpose. Persons completing this training receive early re-entry placards.Annual renewal training is required each year. In 2024 one hundred and twenty-two community members renewed placards through MERC. D: MCEM reentry placards are intended for adult county residents, but visitors and younger citizens are welcomed at general disaster preparedness informational talks that the organization also provides separate from the placard program. These educational programs contribute to home preparedness, physical safety, and neighborhood safety. Participants build personal resilience since they gain some understanding of how to control their situation, and how to reduce their anxieties over coping with the unknown. C: Participants learn strategies for personal disaster planning including evacuation and shelter-in-place readiness. Preparedness includes training on how to set up emergency evacuation "go bags",and what to stock in a home survival box, including food,water, medications and pet supplies.The intention is to create self-sufficient,self-sustaining families who can get through post-disaster times when electricity and water may be cut off. Other segments of the training address fire safety and safety around other dangers that might be encountered, such as downed power lines, unstable debris,wildlife and toxic plant materials. Basic hazardous material awareness and hazmat signage are covered so trainees learn to avoid dangerous situations. Basic first aid is reviewed, as is psychological first aid for self and others. Other topics that have been covered include but are not limited to, safe pet/animal/bird handling, safe 3609 5 food handling,water purification techniques, effective communications, and how to responsibly volunteer. The goal is to establish groups trained to look after community, property and self. Safety always comes first, as does being self-contained so as not to add any burden to a community that is without resources after a disaster. MERC placard holders know how to be self-sufficient,and how to mitigate damage by preparing ahead of time for a disaster(hurricane). They can increase neighborhood safety by educating/assisting neighbors in preparing their own homes and disaster plans. MERC trainees who return early may be able to reduce the amount of damage to property, and the physical presence of persons has the potential to reduce looting after storms.Once their property is secured,they may be available for the MCEM to call upon. Participants do learn about the functioning of the Incident Command System, how the professional responders organize during disasters, and where volunteers might fit into this system if their help is solicited. Although it is not required, the reentry placard holders are encouraged to join MERC and thereby are available as a pool of volunteers for the MCEM to utilize.Volunteers could be called for in the event of a major incident or large-scale disaster, performing simple functions that might free up professional responders for more critical duties. Examples could include things like being shelter managers, spotting water leaks, assisting at volunteer reception centers,or sorting donations, but many other opportunities could arise where volunteer hands could be useful.A key premise is making MERC members self-sufficient and self-sustained, able to help, never hinder,the recovery process.Their MERC training makes them competent volunteers, and addresses our second and third purposes as stated above. Discussion of: E-approach/method, how,when,where,staffing;A-qualifications relevant to this request and capacity/competency to manage this project E: At the present time MERC placard training is planned annually, and takes about 30 hours, as dictated by MCEM guidelines. Participants must pass a FEMA on-line independent study introduction to CERT, and take an in-person lecture course that covers various CERT topics in more detail. A day of hands-on work introduces basic fire safety/suppression techniques, and first aid. MERC trainers are available for the lecture series. MCEM Fire Rescue professionals provide the hands-on segments. Locations can be arranged throughout the Keys,from Key West to Key Largo. Training for renewing reentry placards typically consists of one 4-to-8-hour session, and topics vary from year to year according to MCEM mandates. MERC often provides trainers for these programs, and/or organizes presentations by county specialists, such as Jonathan Rizzo from the National Weather Service in Key West, and Matt Massoud from MCEM.Additionally, MERC has shared disaster-preparedness knowledge via community outreach lectures and informational booths at local events. A: MERC has run 24 placard-award classes since the inception of the program in 2018. Placard distribution and these classes were suspended due to COVID, but MERC has continued to provide annual renewal classes so those individuals already certified can retain their reentry placards. We have offered these for six years, about 36 sessions. 3610 6 The following are examples of MERC volunteers in action in our Florida Keys community. Our volunteers have: Run reentry placard renewals and trainings since 2018 including through COVID via Zoom Assisted in MCEM's COVID response by working food drive-throughs in Marathon and Key West, and working at the SOS foodbanks in Key West and Key Largo Manufactured 250 reusable hospital gowns, and hundreds of face masks which were distributed to MCSO and to other organizations needing them due to shortages during COVID. Provided Hurricane Ian response as part of the county COAD, by surveying flooded neighborhoods, establishing phone contact on the immediate needs of those affected, helping distribute funds, beds,appliances,furnishings,food,and other items to meet those needs, and assisting with FEMA claims and appeals. Participated in MCEM and Islamorada Fire Rescue emergency trainings as volunteers in active shooter drills,airport crash drills, radiological incident drills, and annual MCEM hurricane exercise tabletops. Discussion of: F-costs, resources; G-sustainability; B-goals/objectives/outcomes F, G7: MERC's annual expenditure is about$725, based on 2024 rates.See attached page for financial details. As a non-profit we are sustained by small grants, such as$1000 from the Lower Keys CFFK in 2023, and $1000 in 2020 from the Jose Wejebe foundation which is encumbered for PPE, but we are mainly sustained by donations from members.Operating costs are fairly stable but as additional requirements are added by MCEM,there could be new expenses for things like providing first aid instructors,or paying for background checks or other such needs.We cannot cover expenses like that for all our members. B: Any SAFF funds received would be put towards operations, allowing us to continue offering our services for free. In 2025 we are working to 1. provide renewal opportunity(ies)for current placard holders; 2. recommence the program to embrace new reentry placard trainees; 3. provide community talks as needed. The organization is committed to providing quality public service through education,training and volunteer service. 3611 7 Attachment: H -financial statement,income expenses 2024 MERC Operating Budget yearly pay whom Purpose Fee Sunbiz Annual report 61.25 GoDaddy domain (s).com/.org/.info/.net 105.68 GoDaddy web hosting 191.88 GoDaddy Phone 165.48 Zoom meetings/renewals 159.90 A2Web ngo domain 39.95 Total 724.14 Monroe Emergency Reserve Corps(MERC) Inc Profits&Loss Financial Statement�ITITmmmmm_ Accrual Basis October 2023 through Sep 2024 Octm'23 Sep 24 Oct'22_-Set) 23 Ordinary Income/Expense Income Donations 906.96 ITITIT,,,,„ 220w33 Total Income ITITITITmmmIT 906.961OIT_ 220 33 Expense Business Expenses g .W.................�.. 61.25 Business Registration Fees 61.25 __ Total Business Exnen$gsi_w_mm ............. 61.25 _, 61.25 Operations Postage, Mailing Service 0.00 150.00 Telephone,Telecommunications 286.84 267.84 Web communications 487.41 .... 490.74 Total Operations 774.25 908.58 Total Expense _ .. _ ._......_..� 835 5�0... 969.83 Net Ordinary Income _ 71.46 _.. ,_ . .-749.50 Net Income — . ....,.... = .... ® .7.1 46, ;._ 749.5, 3612 8 Attachment: Board of Directors and Organization Information Re ,istered Agent Name&Address Monroe Emerge„ncy Reserve Cords KOCH, KIMBERLY 181 KEY DEER BLVD BIG PINE KEY, FL 33043 OfficerlDirector Detail/Name &Address ORGANIZATIONAL ADDRESS: 181 KEY DEER BLVD BIG PINE KEY, FL 33043 The Board of Directors is elected to serve the entire keys.Three directors are allotted to each of five regions—Key West, the Lower Keys, Middle Keys, Islamorada and the Upper Keys. Officers: President- KOCH, KIMBERLY(UPPER KEYS AT LARGE) Vice-president—MATHIESEN, FLEMMING (KEY WEST) Treasurer- MORRIS, HEIDI (LOWER KEYS) Secretary—WESTLUND, KATHY(LOWER KEYS AT LARGE) Directors: ALEX, CARMEN (ISLAMORADA) BALLAS, ALAN (LOWER KEYS) KYNAST, SUSANNE (MIDDLE KEYS) PRAHINSKI, CAROL(KEY WEST) PUTO, MICHAEL(MIDDLE KEYS) SYMPSON, WILLIAM (ISLAMORADA AT LARGE) SYMPSON, KATHRYN (MIDDLE KEYS AT LARGE) TUDOR, CARRIE (ISLAMORADA) WALSH,JOHN (KEY WEST AT LARGE) WUNDERLICH, PAUL(KEY LARGO) 3613 First Page of the Application: (Limit one page, except as noted below): A ,:licant Identification Name of Organization: Monroe Association forReMARCable Citizens DBA Address: : PO Box 428 Key.WestF133041-0428 Authorized Representative: Clint Bower- Executive Director Contact Person: Clint Bower _Telephone:3 05-294-95 26*2 8 Fax: 305-292-0078 edirmm Mail. Executiv ector.i;marchousemmor Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency [ ] Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)or(4) IN Title of Project: Adult Day Training Type of request: ®Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) ❑Non-recurring funds (e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $10,000 If your request is for multiple year funding, please check here ❑ and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? X❑ Yes ❑No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. This application addresses (please check all that apply): ❑ Law Enforcement ❑ Crime Prevention ❑ Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment ❑X Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults ❑Cultural,Artistic, Educational, Recreational and Sports ... . 1l��agrams or Monroe County Youth Signature-,tecause Sunshine Laws of the States of Florida ly t Please ��t ""l-h o these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. 3614 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal,state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director, trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules, regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. . . ] t' rne Clint�Bower Applicant's Signature pp cans Printed 3615 or I N i ( 0 I� WHERE RER,9 ',CABLE CITIZENS THRIVE MONROE ASSOCIATION FOR REMARCABLE CITIZENS Clint Bower P.O.Box 428 Executive Director Key West,Florida 33041-0428 305-294-9526 phone Mark Stanton 305-292-0078 fax President Board of Directors MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF'S SHARED ASSET FORFEITURE FUND 2025 Grant Application A. Introduction: The Monroe Association for ReMARCable Citizens commonly referred to as the MARC House or M.A.R.0 has been serving adults and adolescents with intellectual disabilities in Monroe County for 58 yrs. B. Goals,w,Objactives & Outcomes: We will use this money to train intellectually disabled adolescents transitioning from the schools and intellectually disabled adults who are currently learning food preparation at our Adult Day Program in the Rainbow Cafe. Through this program we have placed clients in jobs in the community and will continue to place clients in jobs during the year. It is currently open from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Monday-Friday. It provides a healthy lunch for our clients at a reduced cost. We have also begun growing vegetables in our Horticulture Program that we have been selling to the public as well as incorporating it into our lunch program. .We have partnered with S.O.S to provide a space for their hydroponic project and are able to capture 5%of what is grown for use in our lunch program while we help maintain the hydroponic plants. In Key West we also have a Landscape Maintenance Program where clients work in small groups in the community learning landscaping and gardening skills at local hotels and homes. These skills can then be transferred in order to be hired in the community. We operate a Bazaar/Thrift Store in the Upper Keys at our Michelle Snyder Adult Day Training in the Coral Isle Church. This site gives our Upper Keys clients a chance to learn skills in laundry,jewelry making and retail sales all of which can be transferred to work opportunities in the community and we have been able to place several clients in job in the Upper Keys. During Covid we lost all of our County landscape maintenance jobs including Harry Harris Park and the Key West Library. All of the above opportunities give clients the ability to eventually obtain and maintain employment in the community, which helps them move above the poverty level. This reduces the need for supplemental funding for things like food stamps and other state and federal funded programs and helps maintain independence. The"Rainbow Cafe",has multiple benefits. It provides our intellectually disabled--clients with at least one healthy meal each day at a reduced price. Over half of the MARC clients live below the poverty level while attending our ADT(Adult Day Training), this nutritious meal is essential to their overall health. As do, the Upper Keys Thrift Store and MARC Plant Store we are providing training in job and life skills. We always hope that the money raised from the sale of our products to the community can help offset the cost to operate the programs. We also use these funds as a partial match to our 1ESLI, 0 agency for arsons with disabilities Partially Sponsored Agency PLTni.�d Wny of h Ylnred xcyo- Store of Florida u�u w4 ii ,aPn a ,y.,, ,s uwumwo Agency for Persons with Disabilities (Medicaid Waiver funding), from the State of Florida,United Way and fundraisers. C. Backj,roundm_& Siunificance We are the only provider to this population in Monroe County and we do 90 % of the services for this population. In January 2015 we eliminated health insurance. We have since given raises to try and cover the cost of the staff getting insurance on their own. The cost of the agency giving full or partial health insurance is too large to sustain, although we offer a wellness plan at minimal cost. There was no increase in rates per service in last year's legislative budget. We were able to get a$150,000 adults with disabilities funding from the legislature last year but so far this year it is only in at $75,000. D. Target Populations This grant will serve 95-100 developmentally disabled adults, ages 16-84, in the Upper, Middle and Lower Keys as the 7 Middle Keys clients attend either the Lower or Upper Keys Program with the division being the 7 mile bridge. The program is open Mon-Friday 52 weeks of the year with 13 Holidays a year. E. Approach: We produced a functioning restaurant kitchen when renovating our space at May Sands School and operate our Plant Store at our Key West site. We have increased our space at the Coral Isle Church in order to accommodate our expanded job training. We have 2 vocational trainers, cafe manager and a horticulturist in Key West. In the Upper Keys two staff, operate the Bazaar(Thrift Store) 4 days a week. The clients prepare the clothes and items on the days they attend. The more structured programs available for adults and teenagers with disabilities, the less likely they are to get into serious trouble while working toward obtaining and sustaining employment. We also have two Supported Employment Coaches who work throughout the Keys to help with job placement and to maintain employment once they are employed. F. Resources: I have included a more detailed budget on the pages following this abstract for you to clearly see all of the costs involved salaries, utilities, supplies and equipment. The detailed budget will also show how much money we receive from the Adult Day Training funds through the State Medicaid Waiver, Vocational Rehabilitation, United Way and any fundraisers as well as our expenses for this program. We also use these funds as a partial match to our Adults with Disabilities funding the State of Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities. Due to the fact that people with intellectual disabilities lose so much ground when they are not in receipt of services, we continue to serve clients without funding or for those who have lost services or serve them at a reduced fee if they can afford to pay. The MARC board is adamant that we do all we can for these most vulnerable people. We also take students with intellectual disabilities into our program during the summer or school breaks when school is not in session. G. Sustainabilt^ As you will see from the budget, we continue to try and make these program more self- sustaining. A lot will depends on how successful we are in bringing in the local community to purchase our products and the number of donations we receive. Fundraising is still down and we have lost one of our biggest fundraisers the Master Chef Classic. We continue to try to fill the gaps with other events like our Tour de Keys Bike Ride and Pumpkin and Christmas Tree Sale. 3617 1�1� � � . WHERE REI�A #),6-ABLE CITIZENS THRIVE MONROE ASSOCIATION FOR REMARCABLE CITIZENS Clint Bower P.O.Box 428 Executive Director Key West,Florida 33041-0428 305-294-9526 phone Mark Stanton 305-292-0078 fax President Board of Directors H. Financial Statement: Attached MARC is always grateful for whatever funds you can give us. We hope that this request for$10,000 for at least two staff members will be funded. We appreciate your hard work in helping the intellectually disabled in the Keys. We will use this money toward a match from the Agency for People with Disabilities. Respectfully., r t ,.. Clin......lo wer Executive Director 3618 o ency for persons with disabilities Partially Sponsored Agency 3 t a[e o f F l o r i d a Au'.>rM&HN u'mOuMKM u,m uNH°u v Ca&,ueuu— MARC - BUDGET Accrual Basis July 2024 through June 2025 TOTAL Jul'24-Jun 25 Income 4016.LOCAL GOV'T-SHERIFF GRANT 10,000.00 4011 -VOCATIONAL REHABILITATION 4,000.00 4013• UNITED WAY 2,000.00 4014.1 • FUNDRAISER 37,000.00 4026•WORKSHOP REVENUES 25,000.00 4052• PRIVATE CLIENTS 12,600.00 4004•MWISUPPORTED EMPL 30,573.00 4004.1 -MIW-SUPPORTED EMPL 98 12,200.00 4082-A.D.T.MW 57,950.00 4070.TRANSPORTATION 15,000.00 4003•SUPPORTED EMP 9,400.00 4080•A.D.T. 8,200.00 Total Income 262,673.00 Expense 5101 •SALARIES 177,282.00 5103• FICA 13,638.00 5104• UNEMPL TAX 6,071.00 5105-WORKMANS COMP INS 37,388.00 5107- MERIT 5,000.00 5109• PAYROLL FEES 1,790.00 5203• LICENSESlTAXES 1,250.00 5207•CONTRACTUAL SERVICES 1,700.00 5208• PROFESSIONAL FEES 3,800.00 5300• RENT 38,508.00 5301 •ADVERTISING 355.00 5302•TELEPHONE 4,600.00 5402- PROGRAM SUPPLIES/UK 3,600.00 5502-TRAVELlO.T. 55.00 5900• REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 1,500.00 6101 •OFFICE EXPENSE 1,900.00 6401 • EQUIPMENT LEASING 1,250.00 6402• EQUIPMENT R&M 1,700.00 6504• STAFF DEVELOPMENT 2,850.00 6505•MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSE 300.00 Total Expense 304,537.00 Net Income/Expense -41,864.00 Pagel of 3619 114 w First Page of the Application: (Limit one page, except as noted below): All-e4cant'dentification Name of Organization: THE SALVATION ARMY Address: 1920 Flagler Avenue, Key West, Florida 33040 Authorized Representative: (name&title) Kent Davis, Florida Divisional Commander Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) Loretta Geotis Telephone: 813-892-3342 Fax: None E-mail: loretta.geotis@uss.salvationarmy.org (Check One) Type of Organization: State,County or Local Government Department or Agency IX I Private, non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)or(4) Title of Project: Monroe County Social Services and Pathway of Hope Initiative Type of request: ®Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) ❑Non-recurring funds (e.g.,capital expenditures,one-time costs) Amount of request: $10,000 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here❑and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? ®Yes ❑ No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count.xxxp The Salvation Army has requested funding from Ocean Reef Community Foundation for the Upper Keys area Awards have not yet been determined. The Salvation Army has received a grant in November 2024 in the amount of$5,000 from the Florida Keys Community Foundation. Other funding comes from private donations,private grants,The Salvation Army's annual local Red Kettle campaign and local foundations. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. Major Tim Age, Key West Dr. Steve Eccher,Key West Abby Leonard,Key West Joyce Bernavides, Key West Pat Gibson, Key West Sue Puskedra, Key West Christela Brevil,Key West Lana Jabour,Key West Cookie Sellers,Key West William Setzer,Key West This application addresses(please check all that apply): ®X Law Enforcement ®X Crime Prevention X Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment a Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults ❑Cultural,Artistic, Educational,Recreational and Sports Y Youth zags is 01/30/2025 _ 4E� Programs for Monroe County °U Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida apply to Signature:"Mrn3u� _ Please note: Bec pp y these proceedings;any information in this application may be available to the public. 3620 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: I. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal,state, or local funds. I Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer,director,trustee,fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law-,or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations,or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. S. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal,state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Kent Davis anam Applicant's Signature:kentpavis(' 0,202516,34EST) ApPlic is N e (Printed) 3621 .........------ ........... Third Page of the Application(Limit of one page): Abstract: A brief summary of the project(who,what,where,why,when,how and how much). The Salvation Army originated in the United Kingdom,expanding to the United States in 1879. It began as a movement to provide help to the poor and disadvantaged and was organized as a"voluntary army."'The Salvation Army is a world-wide,non-profit organization and includes programs for Social Services assistance,Emergency Response and Long-Term Disaster Recovery, Substance Abuse and Addiction,Health, Homeless Shelters, Feeding Programs,and others. Your grant award will be used to provide assistance to Monroe County residents and may include rent and utilities payments,financial support for health and dental services,childcare,transportation needs, clothing,household items,minor car repairs,education expenses, emergency evacuation assistance and other emergency needs. Our Pathway of Hope initiative provides long-term care for families with children in the household. We provide budgeting and financial guidance,mencoring,life skills, and financial help over an extended period of time to guide our clients to becoming self-sustainable. The Salvation Army Board of Directors ands are committed to assist Monroe County residents who find themselves in temporary financial need due to health issues,job losses,and unexpected expenses.Assistance ftom The Salvation Axmy prevents eviction and utility disconnects alleviating panic, distress and fear, substance abuse, and possible crimes. We often hear"you saved me"when we are able to cover a rental payment or avoid a utility disconnect. Pages 4 through 9 of the Application: THE APPLICATION Here you should include: A. Introduction.Describe the overall organization,its qualifications relevant to this request,and its capacity to manage the project. In the more than ISO years since The Salvation Army was created,the organization has provided multiple types of assistance to hundreds of thousands of people around the world. Our mission is to meet human needs without discrimination. The help we offer in Monroe County is managed by a social services case manager who lives in the Keys and has lived in the Keys for more than 22 years. Every case is reviewed and evaluated individually to determine the best way to provide assistance.Financial requests are paid directly to the service provider,not the applicant. B. Goals, Objectives and Outcomes(What needs to be done). Supply documentation of the need if it is available. 3622 The objective is to meet human needs without discrimination per our mission statement and our goal is to help as many residents as possible within our funding capacity. With continual rising costs of living in the Keys,we receive more and more applications every year. We partner with other local non- profit organizations to provide the most assistance possible according to the need. Every case is evaluated individually and assistance is determined according to the circumstances. The Salvation Army provides guidance and referrals to other resources such as unemployment,child support,tax preparation,health insurance. We strive to help each family learn how to become more aware of their finances and circumstances and to work toward self-sustainability. C. Background and Significance(Why the project is important to the community). Physically,emotionally,socially, financially healthy residents create healthy communities. This is why our services are extremely important Salvation Army's history has proven that reaching out to help others creates a better environment,more responsible citizens,and a safer community. D. Target Population(Who will be served specifically?Age?Gender?Special circumstances) The Salvation Army's target population includes Monroe County residents,any age,gender, family type, such as step-families,foster families,single-parent families,grandparents raising grandchildren,or other family combinations who experience various life situations that cause them to need a helping hand. E. Approach Method. (How will the project be done?Where will it be done? When? at staffing is required?) The Salvation Anny's,Social Services work,including Pathway of Hope, is managed by a full-time,dedicated Case Manager who lives and works in Monroe County.An online application is available to anyone who needs to reach out for help.Applications are completed by the client and automatically arrive in an electronic inbox at the Case Manager's desk. Those who cannot navigate the technology can call the Social Services phone number and request assistance by phone or in-person. Every inquiry is answered in a timely manner whether by phone or email.All required forms are collected and reviewed as quickly as possible by the Case Manager.Once documentation is completed, approved,and signed, a check request is submitted to Territory Headquarters Finance Department for processing. Checks are mailed from Headquarters directly to service providers ie., landlords,utility companies,dayeares,etc. 3623 F. Resources and costs. (How much will it cost?Include detailed budget. What other resources are available for the project?Describe the or tio 's fiscal capabilities.) INCOME G...... .. _ _.. EXPE NSES.. ._ . Direct Assistance (rent,utilities, emergency needs, Operating Budget(generated transportation, Y ). ._. ��_� �._...... nArm stores .� $120,000.. _._ _. etc _._$145,1, _..... ....,..,. from The Salvatio �. Salary { Programs $ 27,888 CS,OQO mm.. Sa ry Admm m y 11, 5-2 Foundations/DouationatGrants $�. .. . ........... . TOTAL fi L PROJECT 85,QOQ BUDGET $185,000 ¢ $1 .. ..._ _._PROJECT BUDGET _. The Salvation Army has diverse funding streams which include three local Salvation Army-owned thrift stores,Red Kettles Campaign, fundraisers,private foundations, „ donations, and grant funding. G. Sustainability (For projects that may be asking for funds for more than one year, how will the project be sustained upon termination of this ding?) H. Financial Statement(Income and expense report for the previous year.) See attached For ftuther information, contact Michelle Quad,Legal Assistant at(305)22-7020, or e-mail: mquad@keysso.net 3624 Icy ( Key West FL Service Unit Finandal As of September 30.2024 %vartance You To Date Year To i=, Year Ending OWSOMM 4 , 4 Support Public Support Received Diractlif. CoW of Cash and Other Fumnctel As- sets 1- (Local 13,033.80 1,669.87 25217. (93.37) .00 25,217.00 4001-DIGITAL-Donations-GeMal - 2.077. - 100.00 - - - ( )'Digital 1-t CK-Donations- - 1. t2t - 100.00 - - - eral abcal Deposit)-Local Checks 4002-Donetions-Appeals 47.109.34 5ZI43.68 91.314e (42-89) 2,213.OD 1,951.00 91,314,00 a -DIGITAL- - 6,420.04 - 100.00 - - - Kettle Income- 20.124.76 16.166.92 19,698.00 (17.92) (1.00) 19,69&00 cash am am"( )CK- - 36,875.00 2,423.00 1 5Q0.0D 61-53 Local Checks r Mitemall 4012-Restricted Donations-N (13.735-72) 162,WA9 40,60S.00 299.84 - - 40,605.00 Ex ( ) 4012-L cK-R - 1,133 - 100.00 - - - Deposit)dons-Non-Exampt(Local - Local Checks ToW CmIr of Cash and Other F"inan , 8 vial Assets Total Received Di tar. 4s, 37, 1 s, Total Pubgic Support 1-.,...... mm, ..,_...._..1 ___,.�..,. .. .. - _. .. Fees and Grants horn Governmental Agencies i-Govermnent GrantsFees- - 3=00 1 _00 - - Exempt Total Fees and Grants from Govemmen- . - ..,...m tal Agen ies Odw Revenue Saw to the Public 6403-Vending Machine Canteen 143.13 12180 - 100,00 27.85sales - 1-Sales-Stores 1,743, 75 1, 92 1, .420.00 (11.29) 116, 38 150'7W.00 i,957,420AO IT,15D.OD 14.300.32 15, (4.66) 1 .04 %550.00 15,000.00 V 2,170.80 7- - W V 8.297.84 13,874M- 5, . - 131.40 .50 (55.00) 5, a00 ers 100.00 11.90 - - T 1,771, 1 7(t,42i_87) 1 .41 ®..,_._,_.,m... f'®.ul7j i1 67 1 .00 1,978.41 . IrromstmeM Returns,Not i-Interest Income 3.621.75 3,386.45 873A I 200.30 MOD Total Investinent Returns.Not 3. 45 008 . Gain on Sale of Land.BuN&M.and Equip 6703-Gehl=-Equipment Total Gain on Sate of Land,BuMing, 11,428 i - - Tarad Equip 1,7 61 1,978. (10.7 00W Revenue 1} 11 IT 9 m 1 00 1. 8,764.wwww Transfers 46DI Thrift Store-Welfare Orders521.341. 5.... 35 - 1 U88.92 - - 7_Appeals Appropriations-Exempt - - (4.59) - 4628-Resepies Transfers From TH - 1,976.36 1,976.36 1, 0.01 - 17.00 1.976.00 N t -TFIQ Grantc TO Local Urdt-Ex- 11, .00 -empt - - - 1 9 _ ..m....- .,., T Transfers Units41 .71 1, 8 6, Total Revenue E> - Salaries,allowances and taxes 7W2-Salaries-Exempt Employees 57,944.63 69,128.06 56,9MOD 21.33 5.307.62 4,745.00 56,973.00 7003- 7,147.03 716.715-04 (13-70) 57,71924 76, 83O.W9.OD ees 7201-FICA-Salvation Army Portion 48,768.77 M865.47 67, (13.30) 4,687.82 5,540.00 67.896.00 7203-Workers - 13, 1.40 12, 20,240. (37.71) i,05D.46 1,716. 20240-00 Brice T 7 ... ErrtpgOyeeLffdAcditAh1s'ta- 1,052.16 1,297 M 1,540.00 (15.72) is 21A74 .00 2nipioy�ee end officer benefits 7102_ ,330.00 1,54D.00 area 7103- 115, .77 1 .26 265,680.00 (44.19) 13,W.00 18.751.00 26%680.00 mkzn 7104-Panairin-Employees 11,432.70 1,240M 26,470. (95.31) - 2 M 26,470.00 71 - 13,846M 32,794.72 26,4MOO 23. 51 2.451.00 26,470.00 3625 P h G�' . �. 1E:" f't1E, Tdxt � Key West FL Service Unit Financial Return As of September 30,2024 %variance Year To Data Year To Date Bud over/ Month EndingYear Ending 23 24 0=012024 091302024 09KJ0=4 but ions 7112-Employee Disability Insurance 714.98 - 1,020.00 (100.00) - 25.00 1,020.00 Total Employee 1 , .32.1....1,,.._ Professional fps __...__...._...._...... 1-Professional Fees 49,325-28 85,372.17 53,175.00 60.54 5.835.85 1,073.00 53,175.00 p Data Processing Fees 10,935.34 9,503.41 9,182.00 3.50 452.86 360.00 9,182.00 4 (Accounting/PayroU) Totat Professional fees 75.58 62, 00 -4 1 ,4 . b ,WN k Occupancy,furnishings and equipment 8405-Electric Utilities 56,222.35 24.880.79 40,593.00 (38.70) - 2.532.00 40,593.00 8406-Waterl /W ter Utz- - 923.84 - 100.00 - - - ties 8408-Gad7ago Utilities - 6,462-56 - 100.00 - - 84 UARTER-Garbage Utilities - 380.07 - 100.00 - -Upkeep&Repairs 77.394.06 26,772.06 18,340.00 45.97 1,036.78 2,849.00 18,340.OD 8410-Real Estate Taxes 1,307.34 1,35Z63 1.260.00 7.35 - - 1,260.00 9411-General Liability Insumnes 2 .69 13,34-7.00 - 100.00 1,11225 - - 8413-Janitorial Supplies 4.732.54 2.846.97 2,879.00 (1.11) 224.45 426.00 2,879.00 8416-Yard Maintenance Ex- - 1, .00 - 100.00 - - - pense 8418-Security P - 719.00 - 100.00 - - - 8420-Dump Fees 2,868.13 2,021.82 13,878.00 (85,43) - 427.00 13,878.00 8502-RepaidMaintenance-Furniture/ - 229.82 - 1 .00 - - - Equipment 3- ter Fum quip- 3.545A7 2 _14 8119.00 149.95 - 17.00 889.00 rent Purchases r Equipment Purchases - 397.69 - 100.00 - - - 8505-Whyare,Lkxwm Fees Arid In- 237.00 7.121.90 243.00 2,830.82 - - 243.00 tellactual Property, i-Facility Rent 224,201.88 235,522.63 223,248.00 5.49 20,SW.14 18,824.00 223,248.00 8403-BuildiroEquipment Insurance 16,877.14 6,704.14 24.742.00 (72.90) - 1, AD 24,742.00 Total Occupancy,fiumi _..... . .._......_ _,........, - .. 7• _.. meat equip 339,65i. 6,0 ..2w 9 62 J200 Supplies 8102-Uniforms - 287,30 _ 1 W OO 8103-Education Recreation&Craft 475.85 - 3w.00 (100.00) ,00 356.00 Supplies 8104-Food&Be 17629 326.52 42200 (22.62) 94.66 33.00 422.00 8106-Office Supplies 26,265.99 18,157.01 12.091.00 50.16 IA27.35 1,901.00 12,091.00 8110-I(iitchen&Dining Room Su - 41.92 - 100.00 41.92 - - 8111-Misceltanwus S - 745.80 - 100.00 39.00 - 8115-Fidelity BoM Insurance 111.69 547M - 100.00 45.60 - 8120-Bank Fees 620.a7 1,939.67 108.00 1.695.99 104.14 - 108.00 8121-Credit Card Fees 18.692AI 20,077.00 18,22200 10.18 1,933.27 1,397.09 18,22100 8123-Late Fees&Finance es 243.26 63.39 12.00 428.25 - 5.00 12.00 Total Supplies 4 , .8 , 1 , 1 94 692. 1. 11a Conference, and travel __w-....... 1 -._�_._ -.._.__._. _ _.., __._..._ .... _...., .. ...,...., a... 8701-Local Meals 143.97 368.50 - 100.00 - - 3626 mom Wmwu a.w�pm,�m000 ummroi i*m mrv�pm�;mowmyyu,,w�w u�yiir+�uu� w,ww mmomwmmmrwwuvaom uuuuu mmmomwmwmw,nvw�mw.,�uw. �,wm.. Till,?#K3ai ku"Lxwll m Key West FL Service Unit Financial Return As of September 30,204 Variance Yew To Daft Year To Data Budget Oved Month Ending Year Ending 0WOM23 09130=24 09MOMA ON30=24 0913012024 09t=024 8702-Fuel for SA Vehicles 27,56829 20.575.04 35,281.00 (41.68) 1,838.73 5,249.00 35,281.00 8703-Maintenance for SA Vehicles 21,37781 - 100.00 3,635.38 -InswanceforSAVehides 870 50 19.421.30 17,418.00 11.50 1,750.01 1, .00 0 j 8705-Tolls for SA V - 14.12 - 100.00 _ 8706-Leased Vehicle-Operating - 11624 - 100.00 costs 8707-Auto Allowances - 110.52 - 100.00 - - 1-Conference Attendance - 100.00 185.0D (45.94) 30.00 13.00 185.00 2-Out Of Town Travel 56.98 907.64 - 100.00 91.38 - - Total Conference,meetings and travel 45^74 "62,991.17 52, AO 7, .50 6, 0.00 52 884 D0 Printing and publications __. .. .. 8601-Printing&Qther Media Prep 7,319.37 10,908.19 11,855.00 (7.98) 951.34 706.00 11,855.00 8606-Su4scri s - 29.42 -60 100.00 - - - 88-Advertising/Pulfic Info Chargs 4.425.00 5, .62 bo .64 300.00 W6.00 __.. .,_..on t6, 2 12 7 'L- 1 2 1 7 00 12 'J 1 00 11,7443„ _. Communications,postage shipping 8201-Office Telephones 8,788.62 3,280.98 8291.00 (60,42) - .00 8,291.1O =2-Call Phone Expense - 1,217.27 - 100.00 65.17 - - 8206-Network&Internet Changes 9, .32 9,267.17 6,391.00 45.00 - 819.00 6,391.00 8301-P &Parcel Post 4,047.87 4,947.65 3,662.00 35.10 244-18 187.00 3,662.00 8303-MessengerlDelivery Services 1.339.96 .35 734.00 30.29 152.10 135.00 734.00 Total Gommunicatioris.postage 1 23,97 19, -�19,078.00 i1Ci 461.1 ,691. 19,0 Ping Direct assistance 8 1 DWW-Spec Assist-Individu- - 1ADD.00 - 100.00 - als-C rg Repair Fin Assist 00-Spec Assist-Individu- 11,554.89 14,229.60 10.156.00 40-11 876.50 (99,00) 10,156.00 als- ng Fin Assist 3 -S -IndK4du- 24,146.26 24,774.46 10,2DS.00 142.76 4,305.72 2,333.00 10,205.00 als-EnoWARNity Fin Assist 890 -Spec Assist-Individu- - 5W.00 410.00 21m95 - - 410.00 als-Furniture Fin Assist 8906-05000,0 -Spec Assist-IndMdu- 1,5N.71 2,107.77 8,516.00 (75.24) 138.32 - 8.516.00 als-Groceries Fin Assist B7�''ssr-0600000-Spec Individu- 134,764.75 148,N8.67 45,215,00 229.2G 15,723.00 5, 00 45,215.00 als-HousingRentUrtgg Fin Assist 89D6-0700000-Spec Assist-IndfMu- 193.08 2,379.00 - 100.00 350.00 - - ats-MedficallPrescripts Fin Assist 8 -IndWu- - 1,500.00 - 100.00 - als-Transportation Fin Assist 1 5000W-Spec Assist-Indu- - 149.99 - 100.00 - - als-Canteen Food&Beverage Fin As- sist 8 17 -Spec Assist-lndwu- T. .00 - - _ _ _ als-Arigel Tree 8 9999999-Spec Assist-IndMdu- 7,075.98 8,396.49 4, .00 71.14 8.00 269.00 4. _00 ale-Other Direct Fin Assist 8916 -Sea- - 184.32 1 .00 3627 miurmama,^w�w oouuiwroommoNo! ;': u�.mmum�u!w mmwo�u!rewum myymmm�nnwmn r,�r,; ruammmn nzmm�wwmmmro mmmm. ........�.. Key West FL Service Unit Financial Return As of September 30, 2024 Variance Year To Date Year TO Daft Budge oved Month Ending Year Ending 024 r-Other Direct Fm Assist _ t3920-Statewididinterstate Payments 37,281 Z6 39,675.05 42,671.00 (7.02) 2,496.39 4,303.00 42,671.00 Total Direct assistance 224 115 T 44 545 Wservice 4 122, 79 World -World - wow 19.647.52 20.2 .94 19.552.00 3.50 - 19,552.00 Total W support __. 19. C7§2 0 236. Depreciation 19, 00 3.50 19 552 OCI - ". .� _ ....-r_. �._...... _ .e.. .,..... 9704-Vehicle Depreciation 5,880.60 10,697.58 5,856.00 8Z67 4,816.99 W8.00 5,856.00 Toni Depreciation 8Z67 _.... .. ..... ......... ............ _ .... expensesOther 9001-Organization Dues 554.00 494.00 363.00 36.08 - - 363.00 9103-Sdolarshlp GrantslTuffion 23-39 - - - - - - 9111-Christmas m 1,962.80 - 957.00 (100.00) - - 957.00 9601-Thrift To s- 521,341.05 ,522.35 - 100.00 6,088.92 - - Welfare 9638-Intracompany Grants From Other 50, .90 - - - - Field Units-Exempt 9692-Support Service To DHQ 182, .18 178,914.56 209, .00 (14"43) 12,232.32 21,871.00 209,086.00 2-CHQ_LVL-Support Service to - 15,493.18 - 1 . - - DHQ Total Other 756. 0. . 5 .'4N'.W 10, 1 .97 1 , 1 21,871.001 , Total Expenses 2 332.8741�11 2,441, 59, 4.00 -- .. Change in Net Assets 224.89 (63080.26) 10Q.00 4b,48494g 34.807.SB) 3628 �',�1'„Vry'Nrouvw;ygwlNN �'Mm%'Y4""N'"ML ^4A'�w1MAwnuY*ytam�^w mm^1N^mmn_,.,,. ,;YIA��uvuvvvuuw.!u,uuumuwuwiww rmmmmmmrmmmmmw�w»w..».��...«..«..+ The Last Resort Ministry, Inc 4- w A1licant Identification Name of Organization: The Last Resort Ministry,Inc. Address: 2112 Dolphin Drive Marathon, FL 33050 Authorized Representative: Gary L Roberts—Director Contact Person: Gary L Roberts Telephone: (305) 395-0998 (Cell) Fax: (305)434-9040 E-mail: Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency ( ) Private, non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)or(4) ( x ) Title of Project: Monroe County Funding (SAFF) for The Last Resort Ministry,Inc. Type of Request: Recurring funds Amount of Request: $7,000.00 We are willing to submit to this Board a full account of what we are doing with these funds. Other Sources of Funds: Please see Attachment A Board of Directors: Gary L. Roberts 2112 Dolphin Drive Marathon, FL 33050 Dolores Duncan 6099 Overseas Highway#7 Marathon,FL 33050 George K.Hickcox PO Box 501614 Marathon, FL 33050 This application addresses: • Law Enforcement + Crime Prevention • Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment • Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults r � Signature: ,,. Date: February 3,2025 3629 The Last Resort Ministry,Inc -2- Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state,or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee,fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) Convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law;or b) Convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. The Last Resort Ministry, Inc is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state, or local civil rights laws. 9. The Last Resort Ministry, Inc is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Re#5a) —An exception has been granted to The Last Resort Ministry,Inc. as of the SAFF Grant Application of 2012 through attorney Patrick McCullah. Applicant's Signature !° _ Applicant's Name_. JQgy L Roberts The Last Resort Ministry. Inc 3630 The Last Resort Ministry, Inc -3- Abstract: Summary of Project The Last Resort Ministry,Inc. is a Christian organization located in Marathon, Florida. It is a Florida non-profit corporation and a private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3). The Ministry began by offering faith based assistance to current and former inmates of the Monroe County Detention Center in Marathon and to their families. It later expanded by offering The Life Recovery Group to all who were seeking recovery from addictions and the stresses of life. At the request of the Guidance/Care Center of the Middle Keys (Mental Health/Substance Abuse Clinic),the Ministry began a faith-based program there. Many are at the Guidance/Care Center(that includes a Detoxification Unit) due to drug and alcohol abuse. Also included is the Heron Assisted Living Facility. In conjunction with the Chaplain's Office of Dade Correctional Institution,the Ministry began a recovery program at the Big Pine Key Road Prison and also began Sunday Services. The Ministry no longer provides services there due to the closing of the Road Prison in April,2017. There is continuing prison ministry involvement through Kairos Prison Ministry at Dade Correction Institution in Florida City and other Florida prisons. The Marathon Detention Center has been closed since Hurricane Irma due to the lack of detention deputies. The Ministry is assisting the Chaplains at the Key West Detention Center by helping provide for the needs of the inmates there. The Ministry also has assisted patients at the dePoo Hospital in Key West who are referred to shelters and rehabilitation centers with transportation and expenses. All of the programs offered by the Ministry assist in the mental health of those we help. The goal of the Ministry is to help people involved in crime,alcohol and drugs and suffering from mental ill-health return successfully to society and to abandon the habits and behavior that have damaged their lives,those of their families, and the community at large. The Ministry has been in continuous operation for over twenty-nine years. The Ministry began bringing volunteer chaplain services to the Marathon Detention Center in September, 1995; The Life Recovery Group was begun in April,2000;the Guidance/Care Center in August 2001;the Big Pine Key Road Prison(supervised by DCI) in January 2003 and Dade Correctional Institution(DCI)in Florida City in April, 2018. We are requesting a grant of$ 7,000.00,, 3631 The Last Resort Ministry,Inc 4- THE APPLICATION A. Introduction., The Last Resort Ministry, Inc. began by serving the inmates of the Marathon Detention Center and their families and did so for over two decades. There is currently no service there due to the closing of the Detention Center after Hurricane Irma and as the result of the Corona virus. The Life Recovery Group has been meeting for more than 24 years. At the request of the Guidance/Care Center(G/CC)of the Middle Keys,the Ministry began a program for their patients over 23 years ago. The Ministry had a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program for 14 years for inmates at the Big Pine Key Road Prison. It closed in April,2017. There will be continuing prison ministry involvement at Dade Correction Institution in Florida City and other prisons. The Ministry is staffed by volunteers from churches in Monroe County and is governed by a three person Board of Directors. It is a Florida non-profit corporation and a private,non-profit organization pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3). The Ministry has been in continual operation since its first program at the Marathon Detention Center in 1995. The strength of the Ministry is in the quality of its volunteers. These qualities include a shared compassion for and understanding of the misfortune,poor decisions and obstacles confronting prisoners and those struggling with drug and alcohol abuse and mental illness. The Ministry provides a spiritual base and a belief in the healing power of prayer and Christian fellowship. Specific training has been provided through the resources of the international organization of Prison Fellowship. All volunteers have a willingness to commit and put oneself "on the firing line"by working with residents at the Monroe County Detention Centers, Guidance/Care Center,Dade Correctional Institution and the community. Some of the services and activities undertaken by the Ministry include: • Personal and group meetings with prison inmates and with in-patient G/CC and Heron Assisted Living Facility residents weekly. • Direction, financial assistance and support in handling basic living problems(rehabilitation, shelter,transportation,medical costs and daily living expenses). This is ever increasing with the homeless and indigent population in the Keys as well as support for those in the community. The Ministry worked with the 20 Street homeless population providing cases of water and offers of assistance to rehabilitation programs or helps to relocate. • Providing transportation/support to the home, rehabilitation facility or shelter,family or job location.Many are stranded here or elsewhere. • Family assistance (such as food, living expenses and counseling). • Dealing with addictions-not limited only to drug and alcohol. • Rehabilitation placement and expenses, employment assistance and encouragement of church attendance and membership. • Christmas programs for inmates at the Dade Correctional Institution. • Encouraging AA or NA(12- Step Groups) attendance if appropriate. The Life Recovery Group (Biblical 12-Step Recovery Program) began April,2000 as an alternative. Refreshments of food and drinks served. 3632 The Last Resort Ministry,Inc -5- The support provided is by person-to-person and group meetings through which Ministry volunteers get to know and build relationships with those that are served. Upon release from the County Detention Centers or Guidance/Care Center anyone may avail themselves of the Tuesday evening meetings of the Life Recovery Group either in person or by Zoom. Ministry volunteers are available to assist anyone with emergencies that arise: 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. The rationale and uniqueness of the Ministry is that it is the only Christian- centered,totally volunteer, faith based organization in the Marathon area that is reaching out to those that are confined to jail,prison or a mental institution. No one receives a solar or reimbursement or the time or service or individual L. enses devoted to the Ministr B. Gook,.,Objectives and Outcomes. The Ministry wants to expand its ability to provide more assistance to more people. This has been made possible by the award of the grants from SAFF, local churches and private individuals. The Ministry has expanded its ability to serve to the Guidance/Care Center and Heron Assisted Living Facility and increase the amount of assistance provided to the homeless and indigent population and prison inmates. As our base increases so do our needs for additional funding. With more funds the Ministry will be able to attract more volunteers and expand its work—this is because supporting services cost more money. Specific examples: 1. After-Care Suprtand Outreach: Subsidizing housing during job search and while becoming self-supporting is a growing and vital need. Having a stable, safe place in which to live during the critical early days after release makes a positive difference in enabling a person to restart life successfully. This is expensive and the Ministry remains limited in being able to assist with housing, food and daily needs. Also providing outreach to others in the community dealing with addictive behavior and mental health needs is vital for recovery. 2. Transportation: Primarily transportation for relocation: to find jobs,to attend rehabilitation programs and to find housing/shelter. We are continually called upon to provide help to indigent transients. Providing transportation out of Monroe County accomplishes this. Others become stranded and need assistance. Costs continue to rise. 3. Inmate/Resident Suppprt: There is an ever-increasing need for materials to be provided those that are institutionalized. This applies to those locally and those that have been sent to state prisons and will eventually be released back to society. The Ministry provides materials to those in Monroe and Dade Counties as well as those serving their terms of incarceration in other state prisons. This also includes those in rehabilitation programs or shelters. This includes but is not limited to funds for hygiene articles and personal items that must be purchased. We maintain contact personally or by correspondence and assistance during their time when permitted and upon release. We are able to testify to the above examples with specific cases. 3633 The Last Resort Ministry,Inc -6- C. Back bound and% nificance. The Guidance/Care Center of the Middle Keys has a Crisis Stabilization Unit,Detoxification Unit, and provides placements to Residential Treatment Facilities. Dade Correctional Institution and other prisons are without human and spiritual resources to assist them. Lacking these resources the risk of recidivism increases substantially. Upon their release, many will begin residence or return to living in the Keys. There are also untold numbers of homeless and transients in our area. Therefore, it is directly in the best interest, not only of the homeless and transit or former inmate/patient, but also of the community,that they successfully restart their lives. The Ministry is directly aimed at helping this to happen. D. Target Population. When open-Adult males in the Marathon Detention Center— potentially 60 at any time;Dade Correctional Institution and other prison facilities;patients in the Guidance/Care Center of the Middle Keys—potentially 20 at any time;Heron Assisted Living Facility in Marathon withl4 female and male chronic mental health residents;the homeless and transients entering Monroe County in an ever increasing number;anyone seeking recovery from alcohol/drug addiction or a multitude of other addictions and stresses of life. This includes the residential community as well This assistance is provided by The Last Resort Ministry, Inc and The Life Recovery Group. E. Apr ach Method. The Ministry is an on-going operation, so no start-up is necessary. With additional funding of yearly operations it will be possible to recruit more volunteers in the Marathon area. F. Resources and.Costs. Proposed Budget for the Year 2025 (Attachment B). G. Sustainabilit;r. During the period for which we seek funding we will solicit support from individuals and organizations in the Marathon community, reaching out beyond individuals and churches that are now providing some support. H. Financial Statement-Income and Expense Report for 2024(Attachments A&B) In Conclusion. It is attracting money to fortify yearly operations that will enable the ministry to move ahead. In our over 29 years of operation we have developed a wonderful rapport with the Marathon Detention Center Officers—Monroe County Sheriff Officers-Probation Officers-Public Defenders Office -Judges-Correction Officers, Stag Administration and Chaplain Office at Dade Correctional Institution— dePoo Hospital- Guidance/Care Center including Heron Assisted Living Facility- KAIR and Independence Cay. We also are available to other prison chaplains requesting assistance. We believe that we all work toward the same goal which is to assist those whom we serve—the incarcerated,the mentally challenged,the drug and alcohol addicts and the homeless and transits—to be reunited to their families or referred to other agencies able to assist them. Our hope is to restore them to be the productive and responsible persons that our Creator intended them to be. The mini s , :.will.continue worlmmm _as volunteers.with no one receive , a s as,well as providing for their own person expenses. We ask for the continued financial support from the Monroe County Sheriff's Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund to help our efforts. 3634 Attachment A The Last Resort Ministry, Inc -7- SOURCES OF FUNDS -2024 Source Amount Checking Account as of 01/01/24 $ 1489.87 Funds received for 2024 *SAFF Grant Received in 2024 $2,460.74 Includes balance of 2023 and partial 2024 Grant Private Donations $ 1,727.87 Reimbursements $ 22.82 Interest on Bank Account $ 2.38 Sub-Total $4213.81 Total $5 703.68 * Balance of 2023 SAFF Grant received in 2024: $ 616.58 2024 SAFF Grant received in 2024: $ 1844.16 Total received in 2024 $2460.74 Balance of 2024 SAFF Grant payable in 2025: $ 1,370.13 Currently awaiting reimbursement of $1,268.69 Upon receipt and deposit will submit the balance of: $101.44 3635 Attachment B The Last Resort Ministry, Inc. -8- Balance Sheet for the Year 2024 Beginning Balance 01/01/2024 $ 1,489.87 Income $4,213.81 Total $5 703.68 Expenses Transportation Fares $ 1,361.82 Ministry Supplies/Expenses $ 28.51 Indigent Support $ 1,372.92 Life Recovery Group $ 397.37 Guidance/Care Center $ 52.00 Inmate Support-Prison $ 1,173.27 Community Support $ 964.19 Corporate Fees $ 63.25 Heron Assisted Living Facility $ 87.34 Bank Charges $ 32.39 Total 5 533.06 Ending Balance 12/31/2024 0.62 Proposed Budget for the Year 2025 Beginning Balance $ 170.62 SAFF Grant 2025 $ 7,000.00 Donations $ 3,000.00 Total 10170.62 Expenses Transportation Fares $2,500.00 Ministry Supplies $ 100.00 Indigent Support $2,000.00 Life Recovery Group $ 500.00 Guidance/Care Center $ 200.00 Inmate Support-Prison $2,000.00 After Care Support $ 1,000.00 Community Support $ 1,500.00 Heron Assisted Living Facility $ 200.00 Corporate Fees and Miscellaneous $ 80.00 Carryover $ 90.62 Total $ 10170.62 *Transportation costs will increase with homeless and transient relocations as well as travel and a ,senses for those seep ';o rehabilitation ro rams. Should Marathon Detention Center Leo en in 2025 the bud et will need to be ad'nsted for detention center inmate sumPort which will decrease funds for other items. 3636 Kid's Come First in the Florida Kegs,Inc.(KCF) Sheriffs Shared Asset&Forfeiture Fund Grant Application February 03,2025 Applicant Identification Name of Organization: Kids Come First in the Florida Keys,Inc. Attention: Ms. Roxane Posada Address: PO Box 5192 Key West, FL 33045 Authorized Representative: Mrs. Roxane Posada Contact Person: Mrs. Roxane Posada Telephone: 305-360-1689 Fax: 305-296-3921 r�liu�rr:u. 'faai. E-mail: (Check One) Type of Organization: State, County or Local Government;Department or Agency [ ] Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 50l(c)(3)or(4) [X] Title of Project: Youth Essentials/Financial Diversity Type of request: [X] Recurring funds(e.g., operational costs) [ ] Non-recurring funds(e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $10,000.00 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here [ ] and attach a separate page describing the future plan for your agency. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? {X] Yes [ ]No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? See Requested Funds in Section H. If your organization has a Board of Directors, please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the use of the funds. The KCF Board List is on page 3 and 4. This application addresses(please check all that apply): [ ] Law Enforcement [ ] Crime Prevention [ ] Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment [X] Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults [ ] Cultural, Artistic, Educational,Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth .. . 2 5 Signature: Date: Feb "a. 03, 202 Roxa.Ae Posada,Executive Director 1 3637 Kid's Come First in the Florida Kees.Inc.(KCF) Sheriff's Shared Asset&Forfeiture Fund Grant Application February 03.202E Please note: Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida apph,to these proceedings;any information in this application may be available to the public. Certification by Applicant 1 hereby certify: 1. All infonnation included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed understate and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer,director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a)convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law;or b)convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature: ... ."Alt", Applicant's Name: RoxaneP,osad,il,,,,,,Executive„Director Date: F_e..bruffly 03„_2025 2 3638 Kid's Come First in the Florida Kees.Inc.(KCF) r"I Sheriffs Shared Asset&Forfeiture Fund Grant Application Februarg 03.2025 V ro �i 1�+1, Abstract The mission of Kids Come First in the Florida Keys, Inc. (KCF)is to provide clothing, school supplies,hygiene and other personal items to every child experiencing financial adversity in Monroe County.Kids Come First began as a line item on the County Commission budget.This social service program is essential to the development and well-being of the youth of Monroe County.Youth must have their basic needs met before they can thrive either socially or emotionally. Since we have tackled the fear of the unknowns associated with COVID-19,many children have returned to school. KCF has stepped up and reacted to this need by providing the necessary tools and resources for students who are returning to full-time school and in need of adequate educational materials and supplies, including clothing and personal items. We provide necessary items to assure an equitable opportunity at a full education for children aged 0-22. We are also still providing resources for children who have opted to remain in the virtual school environment. These children need the same school resources and the same items that are required for students enrolled in the school system, whether public or private. Teachers also have requested additional assistance for items that they can distribute and use in their daily activities but which are not provided for in the school district budget The item count that KCF provided to students and teachers in 2024 was 13,004, which did not include 5,216 individual "in-kind" donated items. Items include clothing, shoes, hygiene necessities and other personal items, along with school supplies, back packs, etc. Additionally, we provided ancillary cleaning supplies to classrooms such as disinfectant wipes and sprays, water bottles, hand sanitizers and other related items. Also in the FY 2024 period, KCF recorded 1,232 volunteer hours, with 46 volunteers. This statistic alone shows the County's overall commitment to our youth and their needs. Executive Director, Mrs. Roxane Posada, donates an average of 300 hours annually to the program. The administrative infrastructure, such as grant management, accounting, agency collaboration, and oversight,is all currently provided by the volunteers serving on the KCF Board of Directors. It is also important to keep in mind that our organization is a bare bone operation with regard to expenses as we work hand in hand daily with the school district employees, administration and other agencies throughout the County providing services to school aged children who are 0-22 years old, We, have a single paid position which is that of our Executive Director, who is responsible to oversee the entire organization and our day to day activities. Kids Come First is most likely the most efficient agency operating as a nonprofit in Monroe County with regard to our salary and expenses versus services provided. In order to continue to provide these necessary services to the children who would otherwise go without or become a higher risk factor of potential "at risk youth"in our communities;we depend on the generosity and funding from the Monroe County Sheriffis Office (MCSO) Shared Assets and Forfeiture Funds (SAFE)grant, the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners(BOCC)Human Services and Advisory Board(HSAB)grant, and the donated space and sites provided for storage and closet inventory by the Monroe County School District (MCSD), at the administrative office building on Trumbo Road, and more recently at each school throughout the Florida Keys communities from Key Largo to Key West, Florida,with the creation of"mini-closets". Last but certainly not least, all remaining funds raised and used for the successful operations and services we provide is met via the passion and generosity of a very caring community, fabulous networking and professional organizations with great leadership, the residents, private donations, our board of directors and the many, many tireless and selfless volunteers who work all year long, to assure that the hands on work required gets done. 3 3639 Kid's Come First in the Florida Kees,Inc.(KCF) Sherifrs Shared Asset&Forfeiture Fund Grant Application February 03,2025 2025 A) )6cation A. Introduction The Kids Come First in the Florida Keys Inc. (KCF) mission statement: We are a grassroots organization that provides necessary resources to youth experiencing financial adversity. Children must have their basic needs met to fully develop into healthy,productive fax-abiding citizens. The KCF board is hands on,providing fiduciary governance as well programmatic supports. KCF has provided necessary school resources and services to the youth of Monroe County since early 2001 under the umbrella of the Be The Change and the Monroe Youth Challenge Programs. In July 2010, the KCF board was formed and Be The Change sponsored KCF to receive a separate and distinct 501 (c) (3) designation, nonprofit designation from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). We continue to operate successfully since 2010, with a single paid employee. B. Goals,Objectives and Outcomes Goals: 1) To provide needed resources, such as clothes, school supplies and hygiene items to youth, ages 0-22, experiencing financial adversity living in Monroe County. 2) To ensure our clients are able to participate in major life-events such as receiving gifts during the holidays,and having appropriate clothing,materials for school events in spite of living in poverty. Objectives: A) To replenish the clothes closet in preparation for back to school. B) To cultivate volunteers and donors to support this grant project. Outcomes: 1) To keep our closet stocked at all times so responses to emergencies can be made immediately, and all regular requests can be filled within 48 hours. 2) KCF will meet or exceed the number of youth served annually, with the assistance of the Sheriff's Shared Asset&Forfeiture Fund Grant. 3) KCF predicts in the 2025 fiscal period we see our client served number increase as inflation continues to increase since 2022. We regularly serve an average of 3,500(+/-)school aged children's needs every fiscal year. 4) KCF will work toward increasing our volunteer efforts but also maintain all social distancing and Federal, State and Local regulations regarding the Corona virus and current pandemic. C. Background and Significance While there are many worthwhile organizations in the Keys providing necessary services to youth, it is unreasonable to think each agency would be equipped to provide clothing, school supplies and other resources to youth. KCF serves as the only countywide program of its kind, allowing an economy of scale. Other agencies such as Samuel's House, churches, schools, Wesley House and etc. request items from KCF when needed, and they are provided as part of our County-wide networking. KCF has a single focus on purchasing, and receiving donated items, in an economical manner which is why we purchase in bulk when possible. KCF is able to organize the supplies, and distribute them systemically allowing other agencies to focus on their core mission.The number of youth served is a significant portion of the population and include the following services that were provided in 2024 FY period: • 3,542 school aged youth(ages 0-22)were served 4 3640 Kid's Come First in the Florida Keys,Inc.(KCF) Sheriff's Shared Asset&Forfeiture Fund Grant Application February 03.2025 • 815 homeless youth, ages 17-20, received a care pack of toiletries, clothing, a back pack and a journal, along with encouragement to contact loved ones who may be worried about where they are and how they are, at home, (when relevant and possible). • 1,382 (+/-)youth were served during the 2023 Prom,Homecoming events and the holiday season. Note: numbers served can be duplicated in some categories based on need). D. Target Population Economically disadvantaged youth, or school aged children 0-22 years old, and reside in Monroe County is the target population of KCF. This could include homeless or children living in poverty. Most of the students we serve are designated to receive free or reduced lunch, due to living below the national poverty line as defined by the National Food Lunch Program. E. Approach Method Referrals: It is the basic philosophy of KCF that all youth should have their basic needs met, even if their parent/guardian is unable or unwilling to obtain available resources from KCF.Instead of relying solely on parents/guardians, KCF serves all requests made from school personnel, churches, and other social service agencies such as Wesley House, Domestic Abuse Shelter, Samuels House and many other local agencies. KCF utilizes Federal Programs such as competitive grants, Title X, through collaboration with Monroe County School District, to ensure that all youth receive any Federal benefits for which they qualify before providing services to them to avoid duplication. The Closet: The closet is organized with shelves for gender, age and sizes. If a shelf is not stocked and a referral is received that calls for that size, our coordinator has to shop specifically for that child, this is not time or cost effective. KCF takes advantage of bulk buying, sales, and outlets often combining money saving strategies stretching every dollar. The Grant Project: This project will focus on the "Back to School Drive" with requests and needs being handled in a revised fashion and coming directly from the school sites themselves, in addition to walk-in needs and email communications. Forms are now available at all school offices as are basic school supplies,uniform shirts, etc. In the 2024 period we served 3,542 students with school supplies and backpacks. SAFF grant project funds will purchase sturdy, long last backpacks which will be stuffed with two new school outfits each, gently used outfits as available or new as needed, and all recomtnended school supplies for the given grade level,per Monroe County School District information. The Match: Volunteers will obtain matching funds and supplies and adopt shelves as part of the "Back to School Campaign".The goal will be to match the grant project with 50 supply stuffed Back-To- School bags(backpacks)or more,if possible. Fundraising Drive: Community partnerships have formed with several businesses and civic organizations throughout the county.Centennial Bank hosts a"Back to School"Campaign each year in which the area banks"compete"to raise the most funds. This is accomplished by placing donation jars near the tellers. Boxes are available in the lobby to place school supplies. These donations will be used to match the SAFF Grant by purchasing an additional 50 stuffed Back to School Backpacks bringing the total to 300. 2025 Timeline April—May: Bulk purchase to replenish inventories(school supplies and clothing) 5 3641 Kid's Come First in the Florida Keys.Inc.(KCF) Sheriff's Shared Asset&Forfeiture Fund Grant Application February 03,2025 June-July: 1)Run Back To School Campaign at Centennial Bank 2)Elicit"Adopt a Shelf Volunteers"to participate in drive August-September: Distribute closet items for the Back to School Campaign F. Resources and Costs(2025) Farfe�ture Grant Project __............. ..........-- ....... .w,. _ Description Unit Amount Source Est.No.of Youth Served Backpacks filled with School Supplies and two new school outfits and one gently used $50 $10,000 SAFE 200 -- g __. — L......... __....__—Back to School fundraising drive(Centennial Bank) ISO � $2 W Mstch SO — ------- --..-_ .,. __....._ 1(1'rAL: BACK 1'0 SCHUUL BAC KPACKS. 300 G. Sustainability KCF does not have large expenditures,pay expensive salaries, or have capital projects. KCF has the infrastructure in place to sustain the activities outlined in this project. A list of the 2025 Board of Directors is included as a reference of our community commitment and long term sustainability. Kids Come First in the Florida Keys,Inc. Board List 2025 _............ _ _....... ................. ............................... Myra Wittenberg-Chair 305.797.5482 myrogkwl@gmail.com Retired/Grant Writer Koleen Bethel-Vice Chair 305.304.8241 konkmom@aol.com Keys School District Tina Geide-Treasurer 305.304.2003 dtgeide@gtnail.com Banking .,. ing/Finance ... ... -------- -------- ------- Shayne Alongi-Secretary �40,942.5643 Shaynealongi22@yahoo.com Government ____ g- _........1 ......... ....--- . Debra Lon Member 334.360.5883 r 334.3 .5883 3343605882long@gmail.com I Retired/Mom and Volunteer Melissa LaTorre-Member ' 305'731.3849 latorremetissa002@icloud.com! Banking/Finance mlatorreA@mylOObank.com Alex Flores-Member 305.304.1011 j alexfloresusa@icloud.com.............. - -- . Banking/Finance ff Loyda Paredes-Member 929.241.7773 loydaparedes@gmail.com City of Key West ...... ®,,...... .....-- ......--- ................... �� _.__ ....... ......... .. Roxane Posada 305.360.1689 Kidscomefirst305@yahoo.com Executive Director „_......... .....---- n............................ ..... .. --— v.AAwA..... .......... 6 3642 Kid's Come First in the Florida Kees,Inc.(KCF) Sheriff's Shared Asset&Forfeiture Fund Grant Application February 03,2025 H. Financial Statement Included in this section is the requested funds and use for the 2025 budget period,which does not reflect any significant changes, and is based on prior years'history. KCF does not have an income/expense report for our prior year as all funds received or donated(grants,businesses, personal or other)are spent to provide supplies for children in Monroe County. ,,... ,, a , w.. ,..,•„ Funding Source Amount Grant Designation Human Services Advisory Board/ menree ce=tv ROCC $33,040 Yea � Executive Dinctor S-!.,w Fundraising Efforts(Special) a $20,500 Estimated Holtda}&Back to School — ..... ....... ......... Donations&Fundraisers $62,500 Estimated Private and Business Church Donations $2,500 Estimated Holiday and Referrals .- Title X In Kind Yes School Supplies for Homeless Youth - ...w._ ........., -—..__ .. .. .,.. Dept.of Juvenile Justice(DJJ) In Kind Yes Facility Use:Main storage space donation. 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Fiedt�nfl CTvil RighUs kvilvs,, 4, �:iH f6icru� hn,vs that apppy m, the appH(ailL 5. No Wxr, director, trustee, riduciary-op` the applkant has beem a), CIIL)TMOII all of �i Mon) offimse under or Stailiz- kniv; Cir .y, drug icifknsie 15. No !�diarcd benefils wfli be used f6r p(flHi(,u,,fl 11��ir I'wrsonaIl puqios(�S,, T. Wuxi benefit A I be mod Rw a, ])LIII'P(Y-I(�. dl fl %votdd COTIISLiftlb,, Ml hlll!.Iroper ur Megal use nu der Te ImmN nhes, reglihaim, muders orate Male n)r loci djuris&(.!Gon in IINHII"Ilh the ap�piiicffltf is OcaLcd ol, CIIPCMITI��!�S" 8, 11W'our o�I'ganizadon is nol and has mver been Nmmd to he in violatim (A%q Ecderal, staus or kmal WI djaHs laws I Your mgardmAon is not and has neli,,cr b !en under itvivesfigadon by or ban mHed or we OUng ofa chl rights com plaint Ah any fbdend, sme ot: Imal agii�mcy re�sponsflflc for ck,H dghts nmAwm. App%W's Ignanme:6'AIA\A Narne (PrInkmi) 3645 Batchelor Foundation $2,000.00 to this project Pending ....... .__... ... _._�,. ,,,....___ ....... .. .... Ed Knight Foundation - $3,000.00 to this project Received ...�.�._��...._�...��............. Ocean Reef.��_�-...��_._ .�W_.�.... ..........._��_ Foundation$1,000.00 to this project Pending Klaus Murphy Foundation -$500.00 to this project ...._.. - .�...................._... Pending 3646 South Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America 2025 Leadership Key 3 Alex Mendieta Council President Bradley Schmidt—Council Commissioner Jeffrey Berger—Scout Executive/CEO Executive Committee Sergio Abreu—VP of Administration Mark Antonelli—Co-Council Attorney Fernando Aran—VP at Large Emily Clark-Khan—VP of Membership Frank Fernandez—VP of Diversity Bill Forshee—VP of Investments Joshua Levenson—VP of Administration Eric McAlpin—Treasurer Arthus"AJ"Meyer—VP of Properties Connie Ryan—VP of Program Fernando Valle—Co-Council Attorney Dan Wall—VP of District Operations J.Wayne Tracy—VP at Large Roberto Munoz—Immediate Past President Honorary&Advisory Board—Buccaneer District— Monroe County Velma Christian Kym Momaly—District Commissioner Lee Ann Rutten—District Chairperson Jayden Ware—District Executive Robert Wolz All the Honorary&Advisory Board Members from Buccaneer District live in Monroe County. 3647 ABSTRACT OPEIIATIOIII SCOUTRE 111 OVERVIEW qp,grgion Routreach is an iinlldative w w jljwle South HoOda Councd, u�.� couto ::1111'11ca ��Xp Oring d4ectly s Se%itare[V ,nk you 4'1 ecoirwanC411Y desigried to, bii'"ft SCOUting & E' I '' objef:Lhoe Is to eii�rorate iiiziirir�eii's aiiid obstaqAes chafllerigeii:l corrunuiddes. Scotitireach's �.)rhnzirV I 0 iiat �)revent YOLIA11 ::)rtd farin�l�lies fii�otri �611'lgjg our c��ii I arw�fteii- building and career edii,icadoin ljvir�g at-ii'[sk youd''� and their faniiks, pn.)giraiins. 'I he i�lrograrn ir�as� 1�moveii'I I to be effq: citi've :se 3 We have t�orgeted Monroe County s�i rroo)et cha�lieirging rwigI[iborhoods WndIiudiiiig Baharna \/Mage k-� Key 'West, Stock Islaii,iiii, Nlan:)jhion and Key Ueigo. We expeift to seivie �'� pu yl�),Uth, KIlys & givage5 tol ,20,Orrolugh bhis lirlidative South coll Boy Scoqjts od. rnv ic�1 %OflI dlIb"' gjjr�!: III fisr yoilfth , (,',ub SCOLAMg leirrviiftary School studeii its), thrieliE �characteii' deveIoprnent pro :i Scouts OSA (�&Iddle 8,L ljjgj-N Scj,,wDo outl & E)J'I�Aoriiiig (Middle & j�jigli 13choO 1(oul h), AH U�iriee of:thilDsce kiclUde ci��)rnponie"Its that deal imith ttie thn�-��e :� areas of the lftnrcie U� I. Diii"re �m'evieritk��in, n,q,Nbiuse F)reventjojW zind NierktA and N-rysk,al (""'ounty slm*ff's gran J 111('�Infld'm' Tr)adUitI lscmoiwjk-s,oLui lotys a iPdroggridasnji,l(:Prteu bf uSc oamnidts wainvd ScWouet si nB S Ap)ii,ogram 01ZO I.KlOdS C'wwacter ailrd Viitlii 5ciflg 1e� p, ck�)j,gjpass ion, coopieW atiol"WII, i��ourage,i fafth, he��flth and fitriess, [woonesty, peiilsevierariq:e, pOS�IUVE� aldtu del , respect, hesievakies ��ripact YOU01 at a�li lievek a:d tire Cub S(��ot,R i�)rograry I zffl while flr�ey ar�::,, e fLM dirwre with tl�neir friends and tarnflies Scii��wl�s ws des�lgnied to deve�op civ::icter, (Jdzenshij� , :ond 5tij,�(,&,: Throtigh the advaii,icernerill pro,�u,z I un �:nid peer,group lieade�ship, SCOILrthg h6lps o u n umlen aiii ud worneri develop inti:m a vvefll rourilijed aii�kft Explorer Pr ogii"ail'n u )oth coed. E)qjIoiring ULOYS !13erve mjq,ifflie sdlroqAeii s, Exp�Vir�ng slerves two 61ffeirent age giio, Ps, ��l Aers, ages 14 — 201 years w��11 1 14, in si�idl I Oght[i grades. Expiwing �)osts slerve I ligh Si,�!hoo� es 10 old. I he progi'W'1� model is the same for both z1ge gr,o�jpe—hands,ciin anci inteu acthee chal acter 1,�Y. I E' and carei r ictMd11: S En e facifitated by trairied bUS�Iness �e�]ders �n t�he loc�il Coll!TMTRJ'11J�� "I h pirogiiam expose,�3 Jl'�eae uindeii'seirved yatah, who have Eltde to lio Wrrfmrmadon al.iollit I cw iE!e r W,)ption!13 avafla�bWe to thern, to a Warileaty of orgainizatk)ns W,j(i jn(JusLries,, Exp��oreirs are OritirodUced to dwq:h,rs1e carms, tour varied wod<sftes airld learn abil)Ut the ajjjjcp awfiljc�atkm'i requIred to sectn'e errip�oyrnienl'o as Wileil a's j0l) CK,Idooks and (��o;w�esIII�)ouid4ig sAai Wes, e: t I III gO ed Packs, 1 rOOPs, lUbs aii''n( posts M11 i eceiveweeldy, alF�eii'' 1'1cjtrq)j sico�,�t nieeflngs e(1,11, n::flned, adult w0untee�'s who MH and actkfties at thie Chartered Oigan�zadoiii by experieric serve as pw,)s'pti,w:, i6le rrmdels flor the youth, 3648 IN I llco"' DUCTDN i�'.P'III"' the Bay SoMs of Annedids iii nissl,10111 has i)eer� to l��irepare yoli�ing peqoe to Me ethicniul and inoivi Voices over thek- MINE, by poi stiHng in theni the values of the Siout C�iai�]- arrid Law,, I he Soludi Rbdda Council, Boy Scouts of Arrreii''ca iAfas gianted a dNarter Ilh tf e Nationall Cm,nicd, 13oy Simii,fts of Airnedca in 1919. 1 lie a ou.unac ill sendoe area coveii's lltii-mvwicf, III iatnid)ade, and h4c,mue Countrec Me Mkoundf is mspoinsflblle faaul ql i"oOidiiig pii'ograu n suppii',nirt for Cub Scoii,ft Packs, Boy Scout Troap% VenhuRy Clews aral ENAomr Posts,, (Awrendy, South Fiadda Council serves 151 youth An Morm:re COUnty SUN an esthrNed Ulky1f rnii:we Nriot,ith by rrild Aprfll Soufli F:!bdda Coundl, Boy Samns of Amqnn'ica and irponnii ates t]lree canMa propeftles, Caiiinp Ilf.pananane, as I 17-acre mneekend cmapMg facflfty iin llllavle, Floidda,, ( znrnp Sawyw4 a 111-acre aqu= caarip locateoJ oiiin Scout Key FL and Carnlp.) Ever&ii�ies,, a 1 20 acre rinininial inypact ciinqlng facHity in Everglades NaHmal N& SamUng vaWes am just as Me= un lla011lung young pecoe gami W, �IreA- Nfll Ill.ost fund a; as they weire pn 1919. Scqn,nblng hel�llts Y)Utl develop acaderrilc skHN, sek-conNence, edAc% feadershIp skills and ddzensh4) 1HR that iriifk,u!inm h6lir aduHll lhrii��s [he fLinding request &ire(A r SIUPl l)011115 the oIl.)erafli)ins of BSA pirogrwns in Mornroe Ilcou.urity soloutning pirepares aarOU!Ilg Il peop�le Ill. rnake ed k:all and n"ilo4l chdies over th6r fifetiine by HUHlro; the values of the Scout Oath "�iind Scout I hey also prepare for NfeWng lex%q, carvers, and lii.�,adEnslflln) thmugh the programs and awnwi#p friciin, fantastk: adu& lbdaVs youdi Face unprecedented chaHerigies, fro'n the '�psoialkAng lii�npact (A the pan deadds ahean0h to tIlIE? Minppexitles of nn nMl nMa and the shkIng econarnic landscape. These Wors can cmrMxte to a sense of hiopeFessness aniong rnany, Both in th& teenage years and kita eady a&0lth()od,, A l Rudi Rod Counct Bay Scouts of Aunedca, we� beheve that better Ve alilifls san kad to beUer Hve, Our prograrns 1�)roviide YOUVll With she t(a*Is to navigate econarnVeWKWs, empowering Lhe�'in to rr,�illke 11T)0111`111�n liIlfoiiinieci ii:'N:�flcies that peaid to, grea fteii" vivoii'l< ain(I caireer mash llaidJcri IranadLflltS %le L)eheve we aira�J do rnakiin2 la differetu:e nn Ve !Wes of the youtyr in our prograrnsi rhe target poi3idation fOl SCOUfillg l)rc girzrins fi'ndluck�W�!; ihWs and Wds himi kindopmen thimugh ago 20. The l3txcaineeir DsLdct of South Fiii�)Tida Cot,rno pp,„ Bo S(outs of Me= se;rves only Mornue Comilty M State of Fk�:nlda. Every young person An alls age range is invlted aind ii�;fllllgibhe to pohr. Dur lriiii igirairns tii�°Ilude age-sU)ecfflc l'.)ii'iogranis foiii, boys and gWii-Ils,i induding Cub Scouts (Grades K 5), SCOUts BSA (Girwies and Exploringy3mcles6 12). SCO Ut 1116S uls the ii�,n ore t n ad it loini a 1p Illrlul ogra n Yr o ii�na inin,p i in g, iira n k adwmcernent and rnedt badges JExp[o ir n g is a career education l)ii ogiraii'n %Mlth a ll()CUS on Monme County Sheriff, Kii.�!y'Niest Polkce, aii'd psllaii'norada F1re. GOALS MIRTIVES & 01,J I COMES (lie of the greatest obstacies indbrin ;nun g Scouting ExpYling to lo%r nna:ornie youth aind fainrfl[Vs ablRy to pay for3he pirlogirarns cr" SC()Ubr1g, lll,:usy" work sdNedu[es, econondc hardships, and lack of tondeistaindhig q A Scotiting rnake It dMiNCUR t0susi�zfin ,Ili coireistient pmo,arn for econanilcaHy chaHenged youth and fairnnIiee. 3649 �I W address these df'iaHenges,,, ain invesbinent ''iiorn U''�ii:? NAoiim o�e Coii,iiray Sheiff's office wiotfld enW)lllie the Soi.rl]li Hoii ida Couindl to pii-ovide Vl ie character it Ip.mmogi lIuns of Scouding & Exp�oiiiing to the at-ii'Wslk ymith of Mionii'oe I111 ounty by piroloti'fiiiq� WieeMy fii:m targoRd yo�.ollh PoloiintNy oiutidm actMflies that teadh III,haii-acteii-deve'poptnerit arild We sl',iTIs Ain anii'n4l suiinnier cainqp e)qpieineince foryouth aind Farrlfl�iies Bass lealider ti-ahiJing for 15cout paiieras uD Iissist Illlln jzwogii'ani d0her-ii'V airnd actMdes. Posffive wi)i*ing red afions�['O�ps lAmth Iotlm s�11)011 I I I I 111"Ig coiinnriuinnty based orgain�lllzaidisiins BACKGROUND Aj�'YD SIGN IFICAIII14CE �Reseaiich ow �,�wograirn l)atl,Jk:i�pants Wiiwficates that dilflidiien mtho 1�),::irfidi ),ate iiii"i koudii'ig St devii th611' rrieiin4f aii,xi phys�ical ::Iu�tiness slkflls, do betteii, hn school, Ilaave a h'vi'gIhersieiinse oI III II ur tt.a maulaulw and have irwre cleaiiIly defiried valkies ar"id goals dhai cldklml m1ho do ncit A StUdy conidUcted �.)y� 11im,riS lntericn�'tjve* ii�l"eve�a�ed 11hat, youing peol�ii��e %0di strcmg !,ici�)Wmg backgii ouirii�ls ii'riaIIIiirtahi lflghE?r etiftA standaii-Js, attaiin Hght:m' eidUii:al,Joina l!e%(6s, and ehow pluss and-sioc4' IIImeha NAliI3 III- Lhain those )Mth IIno Sc�outing baii I<ground. A ii'eceiiA study O)V, Lhe Boy S(,"Duts olf AiiTrerica s9hiows Ilwlllhat we ii)f1feii, sornel],IWiilijy, to yoli,ith Chat Ws not ("�41:eii'�led ainymdleiie q:flse hii the yout]) seiiVice Lici be ULOY hl a eadeii-ship posWi�Jon of as lairge �:: I icl mflenges aind odheii dynarnk��s we me aIHI orgarkatioini vvfth the suiccesses, faHs, -udng odeinteiii, kJnd aii,rd devOop faiiidfiau mfith, iiil?y bef:ome Wnore scgainazir2:d, fisten k)ettier, plaii Icelein Il apacity to ii-eso'[ve coinfflcts. I)aiibcijjadon by gliiirllls iM miii, progiam has Iuawaade tlhmIrn rrioiie IIIdiirid, c tl�)infiideii'it, pead(:ar hki!::,arttid ''I hie ir.ape jac ft mfe !tave kmwvini fm decalides ::irfecbiinp; our boys �Bs acKie%red by the gh,N nn ota, prm')girarn rilzation %Aliqilks� as Gve XYgqWJniiY I)ecyp111e LkQ!:jghtT� dii iii�p the Boy Slimuts cA:: Anmerk'�z proOdes gids aind boys ofid'� prog�airns and acthiftJes Lhat aflimAf did in to uy iinew tHings, !�)roVdie sie�\dc(::! to othei,s, bli.fild s�:Af,o��mfideir*e, aii'iiiJ ii::,tNcaIII stan(t::rds, SCOUtuling pi,ogiiairns imiki bioys ain� J ghIs irientaHy, physicaHy, mxui,aHy, &i'id q:)h,Wt,41y. I he sIdfls they learri iIii'i Scoudng hii:flp 1I" eein'� oveirocime 611�mtach::.s and diaOenges WM'i a::ouragie and Character C[iroiughioa it LhOii Wes. lesiufts bW i:Hicall,e that Scou.fts & E)q)Weus waflh at [east II ive yeaiis°" termire auur"m IUWm aurtl Iflkeiy than youth Who hwie inioll been Sq:Outs to�� tio take, �n ckflh'igueint may�III J�&hoiqest actKdfles, Assuime k"adieirsld mles �ii'i (�,IiiNbs on sd111)O1 Organizadoins. ::I Put the nee&��, of oth II,i:!!rs b III' oi,e tl"II i6 III'' owm, • I ttWe ldgher 56[f coii,ifideincle, • Ie acUve in a vaiiioety tl.�)f aftENI-schoo� ad,Jivibies. eadh"i Life SkflHs Scic')a,idng a9lsio 1�:wmrOde,S )II)LIU1 WOUh SkflIs t1hat 11 iern copie Mth any sh,uation. Yoluth uay &"oi dJng has Latjtt':!IhL thii":m"n lrx 3650 Iftlays gI�'vie b�ilefir best effoirt AhNays be! hcilnest,, 1 re a t ci� !iieus vodll respiect Set go Ms,, lulllu Stay plqjesk�4H!y' fliit I ake (1,aire of thia erwror''willent ,li xpliprh If' allrlilj A4 aderyflc Fleur foirry".imi ice .... ... .......... 15couts agiree that Scx)uUng acOvides [ilave [wllped theirn ii:we diliei�ir iin sdeinice, reaii:fing and inatI,, Scout�s aire also rikoire WkOy than, cAller YOUth tO: Graduate h:iroii-i,i lJgh schoO (191%versus 87%) ou Giraduatle hom ciiflIege vsl 39%) maul Em"in [dghii r aninua�:i holus6h6d incomes ($80,000)veirsus $6 1,000): \ifaliije laii"Tifly re[atioinships I dgMy (81, 11%vemas TIM) lave W"16olrig 1:riein&11IIps (89%, gaw Ilf SLIS 741%) AlIssind reHgiOUS seir),61i IS (871% wile insius 77%) Befielve :'mlw lip ng otheirs, shci�,,ild cx)rnie blefore onie's lown self-inte' ii!sL p92% 183%) 1 &:� SCOUd ing aire p rovii:::,in aind leI[fective I le he i lar"ris Iii,ftemictwe fiinqtbigs e[)OW d1�a Lhe pwicigraii�IS', i tlaugtit iiiri 115`(x°iudng aiii,e Mth dile CIOl: S('Miltft 1hesel, wilues Ihmwe the I)OWer to t4j,n'i tniggle into courtige; self,doutpl into selfesteerrw,; intleciSion Into leadersffip; cind wniost a chthl into a productivel, r1tizen Oplevation Scoutii ach is an winiipolrtairtt poiject for the oI� PAimrole Coumt�, because adii lresse s aye veu'4I MSUes, Illlinchiding: SLHBSTANCE N1�1111USE — Substance at)use pre)ierfticiin pirograirnis df Sr:,oublng k'ickide "Diriugs: A [)1i Gaii-nie. Tl�ilis ps an w,aii d-Mminfi,ig pt,iilllAicadoiii to eiiJucab:� Voiiilin 14jeqple cioincieririmmig the hairilinfui effects of i la�ciohiol, and Ufliaiccii:�. AH Scoutiing hancflbc�ii�)ks coiiftalb valll,4h;fle �nfoirnriation re&1:)irchng clirug lediucadlim,, pirogirai'n offeirs uvii,�ir 120 urinertt badge acthddes that 1p�)rovikle yot.ol],Ni "hands ii:)W' W,"ampm'd'"m mlir nice uri i:aii,eer u'4,flatled :16ds WHI asslllst C,ieirn iin chm�smg pirofiession. Wl I I RACY — Su�m.idng liteiraturie is, mi�irkter� to be age zqppropdate aind grade speicflk to hwlp youth diev(flc)��) 1]ieir readirig skift. Soi�)uts pimct,Jmce tlieiu re�::)iding s��(Ms 'as the)ije wJvarice momraiii�k t1lirou! h SCO111,&kIng 9 I)r , SmaiirNg teaches eadevail�p, va[usl aii1d woiii,11� thics, sh�:)Mii ig youtlh hOW t Ieariii �L I 111'!ll 1u way 11�8iese skiiHs, Wii:mg Md'k V,DcatJbinal ediucatioin, and aicadien,fli: s�!(ffls, prq)airie youii,q� ,I peqfle II m ble I.)11`1DductJvq1, nielinbeirs 6soqJety CHID ABUSE — III kw BS/),, has i)rio(�!k,mw ed madii,)inAi wimarld wbuift Ill,,lirogirwns to help youth, and D6,,fts pn tlhe detsi and IIIIiii'leviendon of cl'6W ARISe. u),H NjtouUli and adLiftS rinust cornilpilete ILlOs piiogiraun pirding Scoi.W'm19. 3651 I)iiYSCAL I NESS — A bicy cloiiq'.ili)inent tlll�) thil!I? sc'out (I'Ah is mysw:!]H!: phys�li:ally V slll�ot'llifling Offers liquill''T'llell'101 13 S t ill'o I,I g'' I t,is acthidties that stirhiie to, eliducatle ),�l'ouiliI�g pleop��e !: boii,ft the lrnlportance of stayiing hleafthy flwolilqIh ni.R1111tion allind exercw e IRGI EIII' IO III,,,IS " AdLflt 'eadll,:n's are rl !crt,uted aind trabied to prowde gLJislance and d:°Uwr ckw )iIi liin I lnllww Hive'S' 011)101Ung peolpllle. Smut kll2w li: zs u)slhall)e thil':d ive�I:;Of'�'C)Ullllg Ipeoplle JwMlglh(sUt 111.)LU community. Theiie aiiie ctxnera[y S,1,000 aidult Wders paii 1J6paltrig as volii,unteeiis in ilr�e SOUth IFlodda III' ouirnlcfl. Asdiroucain seli: , add 0ili:l::!se lbctursare himplodaiiAli,A), Dartili.1;lPadii wg : wd110U b UI U s lt also tiii li 1rngtht:Iiii thie unil: and u:)ii-nimurdty as IWO. TARGET II'10131.,JLA'l [ON ...................... ..... ("."kii li�)utreacl'i III u'clgiaiins are de§IgmIA U�i sleii-ve hard to ii,each li conoirrdli��41y ch;Mleirigled,, aiii ld at i isll„; dldllwnlll.fth in ok.1111-COIITIATILMK'V SFC ['ias targleted Moi moe C(Afloty'S 111110!5t chMleiiqgjng n6gl"flIN)rhoods iuriich,id'4i Ilrey West, P,Aan:idllDn and [1,Ig Flfi'w Illy ey and %AAIUI seii"llve oviler 1150youth, agles 5 to 20,, t h ii!m,w [ this iiinJdaliJw!. A gu :mt lroiin the Mlimme Couinty Sheriff dqpartiment virould h6d il ensure a ClUahty jjn�i rolls alllll, CUI) SCOUILS- boys aii-nd gh,ds whio arlie �in lunlileii''garten throiuglh fifldh graidell, ii b(cw1l: Znd ghlll�i, ag(�!�!s 11, thmLlgh 117 Sm'"Its E.'',A E)qp)k)III''er Cii,flb Prop aim Ilwldnll s and ll::llh 315,es 10 - A Expdorler Prograin i bw�)"ys aiI nld I'wwl's , ages I ill't - 2(') 1 MET��IOD ............. ...... III he targieted Oubs and Flosts I'MHH� 111"IFE:C(�Nie vlliie6k�ly, a�ler schii�)6,, Scii�)ut i'neetfi'ig�; aind aqfth,:Ries at the Cha!i-tilored Orgariwzadoin illy expeinileinced, lrzdined, who lulvfll serve as po�:;RIvli:? riolle iii w'ioilek f0ii'' youth. KI'llorai"flly outdooir act�h4UIes a IndWwghbd irorhood p IS w Kley mi�IH alsc� be offeref�i to adds airks aiii W a u,I snvmer caia,q) ex ri peenice at "Sav vylet in co Scouts. f�)d'0011'11111A Wflll llll'ii,eiet at t1h611, des grialll�ed sc nf]lols tl'w ExplorlerIlf irogu'i!,iii'ns will rnli?E:1� I:ft the cil:iu elic5 r locadon Rii-e Departn'wevft, Poke DqjairtimEmt, etc, SCOU I"'luil�'IEIACJJ RIESOt AND C()STS (Mllf� c�'mr:i(:teii South F!l a iii flqAp)atJlDl'l illluI Sii��"oullIir�g has pirovien to be effectivie irl !)Lflldk'wg )II of :0-ml 15 C 1: 'I,Sc(�)u 14 i lw eii- $2 nflMum, Mk)'W IS Flkxiilda Couii'�10, Boy ts of Airnedca,, ��ias an annuia�� opeiraiiii'ig '.)udilgllel - Hst of foiundalJoins tKlt suplpli�)rt dile Scoutil''leacl''n leiflf-'wrts; (0! 1],w ll unicfl aii'nim iafl[y. CLUI dle SOUldl �)a Jing i �, Z�Cql) � Horida Councfl, B�:wl Scuits of America, I'ias mirier 00 Somfts par ILicwl! d r Ubklg I ecause of Opliii'adoin Sli:outfleach,, SOUth IIf 11(wida Counli:fl, IllBvil,w Scouts d' Aii'nedca is coinin'Jtted to n4dng suii"e ' i -act&i de),?6qpi-neiiA prograrns ol:Som il'JnE� very kylouth, h,al; the o �')airflli��p te in I i'ie c��,,iaiii mwm" of theh, vv�iddl'� �-,; why SK sii,qpplienienLs the Scouidleach ��)ircigvam froiln, wts 3652 annual Friends of Scouting campaign when the needed revenues cannot be raised through the Foundation and Grants campaign. While a maximum grant of $5,000 would not cover all the Scoutreach expenditures in Monroe County, it would go a long way to supplement the Scoutreach efforts in the Florida Keys and free up the needed revenue to it stronger programs, recruit more youth and it stronger communities. .............................. ................. ........ . . ........ Batchelor Foundation ------------------- 111111-11-------------- .............. ........... ............. ......................... Ed Knight Foundation ................................... ....................................... I�.........- ..................................... ... ............... . ................................------- ------------------ Ocean Reef Foundation .................................... ----------------------- Publix Super' Market Charities MEN 1.Membership assistance and for 150 youth $4,500 To cover the cost of registration/insurance of 150 youth. 2.Activity Participation $2,500 To cover the cost of 1 activity fee per 150 youth ........... ...... 3.Scout Uniforms $1,500 To cover the cost of a Class B uniform shirt per youth _..................... ................... -------------.... .. 4.Program Supplies $3,000 To cover the cost the book and supplies for projects,merit badges etc. for 150 youth ........... ........... .......... 5.Summer Camp Assistance $1,500 To provide scholarships to send Scouts to a Day Camp or Summer Camp -—----------------- .......... ................... ........ 6.Program Administration $500.00 To cover some of the costs of paper&printing. _ ......._............ TOTALEXPENSES $13,500, ................. ——------ ............� ......... SUSTAIIYABU�� TY We have been successful in identifying and partnering with schools and faith-based and community organizations that are already established in the targeted communities. One of our strengths of Scouting is our ability to collaborate with organizations that share our mission of teaching values to young people and partner with them in delivering the Scouting program. The program staff and volunteers will work to establish an independent and sustainable program at each location. Once this is achieved, in one of the identified areas,the Program Specialist will refocus their efforts on the next at-risk community, while continuing to monitor and serve as a resource tothe first assigned area.This will allow the Scoutreach program to impact the greatest number of youth and provide a successful Scouting program.To sustain Operation Scoutreach we continue to find new funding partners is include foundations, community sponsors, and individuals to help fund this important initiative of the South Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America. 3653 FUNANCIX S*1I1'1.ATEMENT We will have used all the monies received in 2024 at the end of February when we do our Pinewood Derby, Blue & Gold Banquet, and crossover for our Arrow of Light ranked Scouts to Scouts BSA. 3654 First Page of the Application: (Limit one page, except as noted below): Applicant Identif�qafLon Name of Organization:The Educational Coalition for Monroe County(EC MC) Address: 5409 Overseas Highway Box 1081 Marathon,FL 33050 Authorized Representative: (name&title) Tina Belotti, EC MC Director Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) Telephone:305-731-0731 Fax: E-mail:Mbelotti@bellsouth.net Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency I I Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 5 01(c)(3) or(4) IX I Title of Project: Type of request: E] Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) El Non-recurring funds (e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request:$10,000 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here 0 and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? [!]Yes No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. See attached. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like.See attached. This application addresses (please check all that apply): El Law Enforcement EJ Crime Prevention Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults El Cultural,Artistic,Educational,Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth za_�Signature: .,",-Date: Please note: Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida apply to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. 3655 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: I. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds® 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature App 11tant's Name (Printed) 3656 Introduction-A The Educational Coalition for Monroe County (ECMC), a non-profit organization that has been serving youth in Monroe County since its inception in 1998. ECMC's mission is to promote the prevention of destructive behaviors among sixth through twelfth grade students and instill the importance of volunteerism and providing service among youth and community. EC MC programs promote wellness and mental health and teach volunteerism to youth volunteers by providing basic needs, necessary tools, and support to students living in special circumstances to enable the to remain drug, alcohol, and tobacco free and to reach their goals, achieve success, and help their peers. Tina Belotti, MA, ICPS,EC MC Director oversees all prevention activities. She is the Middle Keys Project Success Counselor for West Care. Ms. Belotti has been working on the Marathon High School campus in this capacity since 2013. Christina Belotti, Ed.D, EC MC Education Coordinator has taught in the Monroe County School District since 2007 and at MHS since 2008. Together they sponsor ECMC's Champions for Change (youth prevention taskforce) and work to promote the prevention of destructive behaviors monthly on the MHS campus. Since 1998, they have successfully produced and run youth programs in Monroe County. EC MC has a track record of prevention work; ECMC has provided prevention materials and promotional activities on the Marathon High School campus since 2013. During the 2024-2025 school year, EC MC continues its youth organization Marathon High School Champions for Change. A club comprised of eighth through twelfth grade MHS students that assist EC MC in spreading the mission of choosing kind, supporting students facing special circumstances, and prevention education(violence, bullying, suicide, alcohol/drug prevention,mental health awareness). All of the Champions for Change members have been trained in the CADCA Strategic Prevention Framework and have experience planning, implementing, and evaluating projects and initiatives to combat the percentage of middle and high school students drinking alcohol and doing other drugs as indicated on the 2024 Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey. ECMC/Champions for Change collaborates with the MHS Resource Officers, Drug Enforcement Administration, United States National Guard, and the Monroe County Coalition to provide prevention activities on campus. Activities include assemblies, school wide presentations, campus wide posters,banners, educational displays and school wide Public Service Announcements, and informational tables at lunch. ECMC's focus for prevention on the MHS campus is on peer-to-peer messaging with students leading the presentations and speaking to their peers at lunches to spread messages of prevention. Each spring Champions for Change members collaborate with the Sheriffs Department and Monroe County Coalition for"Know the Law" and Safe and Sober Graduation. Every other school year Champions for Change hosts the Safe and Sober Prom Mock Crash in collaboration with the Marathon High School Fire Academy and the Monroe County Sheriff's Department. Club members receive education in monthly prevention topics during their meetings (Stand up to Bullying,Red Ribbon Week, Distracted riving rive Sober, Children's Mental Health Awareness, etc.) so that they are then able to spread monthly prevention messages to their peers. This is effective as teenagers are more likely to listen to information from their peers. This February 2024, ten high school Champions for Change Members will represent The Monroe County Coalition in attendance at the 21"annual Prevention Day and 35th annual Communities Anti-Drug Coalitions of America(CA CA) Youth Leadership Conference. They will join approximately 4,500 others representing their states and countries. Asp of the conference, they will have appointments with Florida's Senators and our Representative to discuss drug, alcohol, and tobacco use among youth and adults in Monroe County. Champions for Change Members will bring awareness to Capitol Hill that Monroe County continues to have higher percentages of youth use than the state average in most areas (based on the Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey) and to keep that in mind when considering primary prevention dollars. 3657 'Participation in this experience is critical to the success in the prevention work that Champions for Change does. The students that attend CADCA receive invaluable training that they would otherwise not be exposed to. They are then able to take this training back to the other members of Champions for Change. Without this training they would be able to provide peer-to-peer prevention. CADCA's Youth Leadership Initiative empowers youth yearly across the United States and abroad to fight drug youth and other problems plaquing their communities. EC MC i's requesting $10,000.00 from the SAFF grant funds to support ECMC's Champions for Change Club that provides peer-to-peer prevention education through school-wide activities and events and training for Champions for Change Youth Leaders. The $10,000.00 SAFF funds will be used to purchase monthly prevention and mental health educational materials ($3,600). The materials mentioned will be aligned with the monthly prevention calendar and will be distributed to students on the Marathon High School campus (students living in Big Pine through Conch Key). Additionally, SAFF funds will be used to pay for conference registration($550 each) for ten youth and two prevention leaders to attend CADCA 2026 ($6,600)to receive the training necessary to implement peer-to-peer prevention efforts at Marathon High School. This $10,000 request will be match with funds form the Monroe County Coalition, Marathon Rotary, and private donors. South Florida Behavioral Health has ranked Marathon High School's prevention program among the top prevention programs in South Florida. This is only possible with collaborative efforts and contributions. Please continue to provide funding towards continuing ECMC's prevention programs at Marathon Middle/High School for the 2025-2026 school year. Both the City Council and the County Commission have recognized the prevention efforts of Champions for Change at their meetings and on the Marathon High School campus. Goals, bjegfives, and Outcomes—B Our Goal: remains to equip our youth with the necessary coping and resiliency skills to remain drug, alcohol, and tobacco free and to prevent destructive behaviors and collateral damage in their future ensuring that they will meet their future goals. Objectives: 100% of Marathon High School students will be more informed about the dangers of drug and alcohol use. 100 % of Marathon High School students will be equipped with knowledge and practice to use refusal skills to avoid engaging in destructive behaviors. This will be measured by participation at monthly lunch and learn activities and attendance at prevention assemblies and pre and post surveys. 90% of middle school and 80% of high school students will abstain or delay experimental use due to early intervention and education of drug, alcohol, and tobacco/vaping as measured by an increase in engagement in school activities (sports, academics, and joining clubs and leadership responsibilities) Primary Prevention education: presenting the risks and consequences of driving under the influence or with someone driving under the influence, will decrease by 85%high school students, and 90% of middle school students measured by juvenile citations, and accidents related to these events Outcomes: By meeting the basic needs of students affected by poverty, or other hindering circumstances the students confidence, wellbeing, sense of community, and belonging will replace hopelessness, apathy, and depression/anxiety. Measured by decrease of truancy referrals and increase academic scores on state assessments. 3658 Background and Sigqiftance—C Following the school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas schools were required to do more to ensure student safety. In a time of increased school violence and students, engaging in early exposure to drugs, alcohol, and tobacco and other destructive behaviors effective prevention in schools is more necessary than ever. According to the 2024 Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey, it indicates the need for alarm as in many of the use areas Monroe County youth statistics are higher than the state average. Decreases are indicated for Monroe County Youth on the 2024 survey indicating that prevention efforts are having an impact. However, Monroe County is still higher than the state averages in most categories. Since Marathon High School is a sixth-twelfth grade educational facility the increase of use in middle school students and the high percentage for high school students can be targeted through prevention efforts. The materials that will be purchased with grant funds will target prevention of drinking alcohol and marijuana use. Christine Paul, MHS principal, has collaborated with EC MC and has encouraged the staff and faculty to be on board, and continues to support our efforts. Dr yet-Population-P All 816 Marathon High School students will participate in the monthly prevention activities that are held on campus. Students are ages 11-18 (351 female, 465 male). Elementary age students (5-11)will be the target population for activities held at Stanly Switlik and at community events. The 22 MHS students that are Champions for Change members, ages 14 to 18 play an integral role in all prevention work. Approach_Method—E Two EC MC board members also work on the Marathon High School campus and will serve as the volunteer staff for all prevention activities. All additional volunteers will be the MHS Champions for Change student members. 3659 Resources and Costs—F Budget . ............ . ----- . .......................... Budget item Request from SAFF Other funding source ............ ....... — .......... ......... Prevention materials—specially noted in $3,400.00 $3,400.00 grant,,,,.,,,.......... ..........................._............ ...................... ............... .................... ............- Peer to peer project/monthly substance $0 $3,300.00—MCC abuse prevention $4,000.00- ECMC Prevention materials—student $0 $3,000.00-ECMC giveaways—school wide ...........Prevention materials—school prevention $0 $1,000.00—AAA Auto outreach—banners/media outreach Club Grant $1,000.00 ECMC ................................-.............. ......... Guest speaker—school wide youth $0 $5,000.00—Domestic prevention presentation and events— Abuse Shelter teen dating violence prevention . ....... ...-............................. ...... .......... ...... Guest speaker—school wide youth $0 $3,000.00—Marathon prevention presentation and parent Elks workshop $3,000.00- ECMC ......... .............-............ ................. ............ .................-—-------___,-, CADCA registration and other trip $6,600.00 $5,000.00-Marathon expenses Rotary $10,000.00-Private donors $15,000.00- Student trip fee $3,400.00 - Fundraisers ... .. ——---------- ............................._ .. .......-_ Teen Weekend Food.................._.. 00d ..........Bag Program $0 $20,000.00— Community Foundation of the FL Keys Special circumstances (basic $0 $30,000.00 needs/academic supports for at-risk students) ...........- _7--........................_.................................................____............................... .. .......... Curriculum materials—prevention $0 ..................$1,000.09 ECMC TOTAL $10,000.00 $111,000.00 ..........- ............. Other funding sources include the Monroe County Coalition, the Domestic Abuse Shelter, Marathon Moose Lodge, Marathon Elk's Lodge, the Community Foundation of the Florida Keys, Isla Bella,the City of Marathon, Marathon Runner's Club, fundraisers, and private donors. Additional goods and services (not monetary donations) from private donors,the Zonta Club of Marathon support ECMC projects. ECMC has managed grants and programming funds since 1998. Financial Statement Attached 3660 024 TO 12/312024 Last Year 1/1/2024 12/31/2024 CMC SUMMARY 01 .0.1 2r , - rlr .....: . _. _. itegory _m 1/1/2...4 - 12/31/24 incorne donations $96,409.44 Expenses _ Business Expenses -$649.82 Champions for Change $41,932.60 Fees & Charges Bank Fee -$120.00 Late Fee -$273.00 Total Fees & Charges -$393.00 . re _ ti ____ ventions activi P es -$1,216.06 students in special circumstances $38,822.85 Teen Weekend Food Bags $32.24 _.. Total Expenses ---- _ Total $13,362.93 .Budget Narrative: Goods and Services—ECMC receives approximately $200,000 in goods and services-based donations year. This includes gifts for teens and food for families at Christmas, non-perishable food for the T eneach Weekend Food Bag Program, new clothing and shoes for students throughout the school year, bikes for students in need of transportation, etc. nts �J 3661 M 00 ll- 00 m m m ke) 00 to O O O Z i i 110 00 �lc d O*N C1 �n kf) v) kA N kf) kn v) O I O O O O O A•1 M '' M M M M M M M vi O co p +� = v N 0 O 0 O v� �? 0 0 O v t co � ! 0 o 0ccjp 0 � !n L .. V m N 31 -0 0 Y oo @ > -a d > C O > N O w NUcl 01 Ln o CN 0 O O O CCon O O toM O CD O O O � w � wCf) � Cn it 00 00 00 M M M b O 00 01 .�- O 00 O r-� l/r) O s� N O O a. �? o 0 0 O 0 '� a a w z v Q � o g > a) y ° ocq 4. Cd a 3662 Physical Address: MONROE COUNTY Mailing Address: 422 Fleming Street Suite 10 PO Box 5047 Key West, Florida 33040 COALITION*COM Key West, Florida 33045 SAFE AND DRUG FREE PARTNERSHIPS OF MONROE January 24,2025 To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to express my wholehearted support for the Marathon High School Champions for Change. As the Executive Director of the Monroe County Coalition,I have had the privilege of working closely with this exceptional group, which serves as the youth sector for our coalition. Their dedication to peer-to-peer prevention efforts is truly commendable, and I am proud to recommend them for any opportunities that may arise. The Champions for Change group is comprised of highly motivated and passionate high school students, five of whom serve as Youth Leaders within our coalition. Their primary focus is on preventing alcohol, drug use, and teen violence among their peers. Through their efforts,they aim to promote education and awareness around making positive choices and achieving favorable future outcomes. One of the most impressive aspects of their work is their innovative use of social media. The students produce three prevention-focused TikTok videos per month,which have been instrumental in gathering a following and spreading their message to a broader audience. Additionally,they attend the CADCA National Leadership Forum each winter to stay informed about current trends in prevention and to enhance their leadership skills. Throughout the year,the Champions for Change host national prevention speakers for student assemblies and parent events, set up informational lunch tables, and organize various prevention- based activities on the Marathon High School campus. Their commitment to creating a safer and healthier community is evident in everything they do. I have no doubt that the Marathon High School Champions for Change will continue to make a significant impact on their peers and the community. Their dedication, creativity,and leadership are truly inspiring. I wholeheartedly support their efforts and recommend them without reservation. Please feel free to contact me if you require any further information. Sincerely, Susan Moore Executive Director Monroe County Coalition, Inc. httT?s://monroecount coalition.coin ;��reysirflec(��aol.com 305-849-5929 OUR MISSION: To foster community changes to reduce substance abuse and the consequences of substance abuse through community collaborative efforts. Support and advocate fora Safe and Drug Free Community VISION: To provide a culturally competent, behavioral health and wellness approach to substance abuse prevention in Monroe County. 3663 ,4awitlk � ia;Y{,X.'Y.S 7�dvP,'�:S9.4u "ei fir• (,.. � as Mrste n Burns MARATHON MIDDLE HiGif Assistant principal � e a°ca ee nnem Christine P:iri.rt HOOL Assistant Principal t�i neap al Tuesday, January 28, 2025 To Whom This May Concern: ncerrn: p arm writiDg to express my wholehearted support for the Champions for Change e service club at Marathon.Fli h School. This remarkable group ofyoung individuals has consistently demonstrated their commitment to making a positive impact on our school ctnmrnrrrumity and beyond. Allow rune to highlight,some of the outstanding initiatives and accomplishments of Champions for Change: • CADCw;A ConferenceParticipation: Each winter, Champions for Change takes students to the rational Drug and alcohol Prevention Conference(C A DC A). .p°his invaluable experience provides them with the opportunity to engage with elected officials and experts, advocating for effective pnreverntio n ,strategies in :Monroe County. Their dedication to this cause is commendable. • Salo and Stainer Prom and Graduation- The safety and well-being of our students are pnaramouurnt. Champions ns for Change actively Promotes safe celebrations during prom and graduation events. Their efforts contribute significantly to ensuring that these m..ems orable occasions remain joyous and free from substance-related risks. • .Red ip bon Week: C hampnio Champions for Change spearheads our annual Red Ribbon Week,raising awareness about drug and alcohol prevention., Their creative campaigns, educational workshops, and engaging activities empower our entire student body to make informed choices and stay drug-free, • Weekly Meetings: The cluub's weekly meetings serve as a hub For knowledge exchange and skill development, Members become well-versed in prevention strategies, equipping themselves to be effective peer educators, Their dedication to spreading prevention rnnessagirng throughout our school community is inspiring. • Guest Speaker Presentations: Champions n,s for Change consistently invites impnactful speakers to address our students. Notably, Captain Hassan from tine Natio nal Guard shared valuable insights on substance abuse prevention. These Presentations enhance our students' understanding and motivate thern to take action. • 8th Grade Transition Workshop: Recognizing the critical transition from middle school to high ,school., Champions :for Change hosts an informative workshop for incoming 8th graders. They emphasize the importance ofmrnaknrng healthy choices and provide guidance on navigating the challenges of adolescence, In conclusion,f wholeheartedly endorse the Champions for Change service club. Their unwavering commitment to prevention, advocacy, and education is an asset to our,school community. p encourage all students to join this remarkable group and contribute to a.safer, healthier future. Sincerely, CIA-4 Q_._.- Chri,stiane Paul, MI.-IS Prirncipal. P r, I u u; [vorkirtq tntretlrc r to inspire and bring excellence trr er er r stnrlerrt emery day gE r Ir �totsat cau,trr ` 305Q89wtty> Scht�utrr. :�xx/� Alk !k .� #�*xmErrew Beau , ar r as, L' 3S 3050 .''OUR 3664 Samuel's House,Inc. Q Monroe County Sheriff's Office February 3,2025 1W Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund(SAFF) Grant Application Applicant Identification Name of Organization: Samuel's House,Inc. Address: 1614 Truesdell Court,Key West,FL 33040 Authorized Representative: Tara Salinas,Executive Director Maria Protopsaltis,Deputy Director Phone: 305-296-0240 Fax: 305-296-3921 Email: ar�nu eku iouuse.() !`r1 Type of Organization: State,County or Local Government Department or Agency [ ] Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501 (c)(3)or(4) [X] Title of Project: "Prevention through Provision Program Services" Type of request: [X] Recurring funds(e.g.,operational costs) [ ] Non-recurring funds(e.g.,capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $10,000.00(maximum allowable) If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here and attach a separate page describing the future plan. N/A Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? (X) Yes ( ) No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. The Mary Spottswood Women's Center Emergency Shelter Program If your organization has a Board of Directors, please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. The Samuel's House Board of Directors list is provided in this application. This application addresses(please check all that apply): Law Enforcement X Crime Prevention X Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment X Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults Cultural,Artistic,Educational,Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth 7(Ii�� Signature: ...... ........... .. .._....m.. mm Date: Febm!a 3 2025 Tara Salinas,Executive Director Samuel's House,Inc. 1 3665 Samuel's House,Inc. Q Monroe County Sheriff's Office February 3,2025 Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund(SAFF) Grant Application Please note: Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida apply to these proceedings;any information in this application may be available to the public. A licant Certification I,hereby certify that: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared n s received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements an practices employed n er state and local law for recipients of federal, state,or local fands. 3. Compliance with edera Civil Rights laws. . Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer,director,trustee, fiduciary oft e applicant as been: (a) Convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law;or (b) Convicted of any drug offense 6, No shared enefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared enefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the law, rules,regulations,or orders oft e state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found o be in violation of any federal, state,or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state,or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature: ` � . Date: February 3,2025 Tara Salinas,Executive Director Samuel's House,Inc. 2 3666 Samuel's House,Inc. "Q Monroe County Sheriff's Office February 3,2025 1 Imp Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund(SAFF) Grant Application 1600 Abstract The mission of Samuel's House, Inc. is to provide housing in a nurturing environment for homeless women, women and men with children, and intact families; and to provide them with care coordination beneficial to their physical, mental,emotional and spiritual well-being. Who: Samuel's House, Inc. (SH) is applying for this grant from the Monroe County Sherriff's Office (MCSO) Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund (SAFF) to assist with meeting operating expenses necessary to continue providing the emergency shelter housing and basic needs services offered at the Mary Spottswood Women's Center (MSWC) Emergency Shelter. At MSWC, these services are provided as part of the Prevention Through Provision program. This program is specific to safe shelter and basic needs, for homeless women, and women with children. What: Prevention Through Provision is a program of intensive case management and delivery of basic human needs. Prevention Through Provision assists in reducing and preventing crime; addressing drug and alcohol abuse through prevention, intensive case management, and providing a structured supportive environment with daily essential services; and assists in achievement, or maintenance of sobriety, leading to the improved mental and physical health,of adults and minor children. Where: SAFF grant funds will be used at the Samuel's House Mary Spottswood Women's Center Emergency Shelter(ES) located in Key West, Florida; which is the only county-wide emergency shelter for women, and women with children. Why: Monroe County Homeless Services (MCHS) Continuum of Care (CoQ organization conducts a Point-in- Time (PIT) survey documenting homeless individuals living in Monroe County, Florida. The PIT is defined by a variety of categories and includes the number of sheltered and unsheltered homeless individuals in the County. The PIT report of January 31 2023, reported that 456 homeless individuals living in Monroe County. Of that number, 184 were living in emergency shelter, 86 were in transitional housing, and the remaining 186 were unsheltered; or living in places that are unfit for human habitation. And while HUD and the US Department of Homelessness does not permit county CoC agencies to include School District data in the reports published,these reports do indicate that at least 11 children were living in shelters,transitional housing facilities or were unsheltered in 2023,January. The Monroe County Sheriff's Office data report indicates the average cost per day in 2021, for an inmate at the County Detention Center, was $128.33. The County also reported that the average 2021 inmate demographic represented 419 males and 61 females, 480 inmates, average per day. At $128.33 / day/inmate, multiplied by 480 (average/day) at 365 days per year; calculates an average cost of approximately$22,483,416. 00,to Monroe County taxpayers in 2021. Samuel's House served 377 families / individuals between January and December 2024. Of the 377 served, 170 were "in-shelter" clients; 113 were at MSWC Emergency Shelter, 31 at Casa de Meredith, and 26 clients resided at Kathy's Hope. The remaining 207 served received rental and/or utilities assistance, food and basic needs assistance, or other external homeless prevention assistance. When: Samuel's House will use funds awarded by the SAFF grant to assist with salary expenses, drug testing, and enable us to continue providing these services in 2025. How: Samuel's House,Inc. will use SAFF funds to defray cost of salaries of case managers. Case management provides the support system so that clients can regain control of their lives, avoid involvement in criminal activity, and become productive citizens. SAFF funds will also assist with basic human needs such as food and provision of adequate shelter; both of which are imperative for the physical and mental health of adults and children living at Samuel's House. 3 3667 Samuel's House,Inc. ;„a �„ Monroe County Sheriff's Office February 3,2025 Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund(SAFF) vl Grant Application How Much: Samuel's House, Inc. is requesting the maximum allowable amount of$10,000.00. SAFF grant funds received will be used to generate new and additional matching funds. Application-2025 SAFF A) Introduction Safe shelter, essential services and individualized,intensive case management services are essential in preventing crime and victimization for homeless women, and women with children,who find themselves in a crisis. "In shelter", women and women with children are given safety from all forms of violence; shelter from the elements and from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse and other risks associated with homelessness; they are options for safe,legal employment,rather than crime such as selling drugs or participating in human trafficking. "In shelter"women who are referred by the Monroe County Detention Center,the Judicial System and from Adult Probation have a safe, structured environment for their transition back to sobriety, society and a productive lifestyle. On October 1, 1999, Samuel's House,Inc.,a registered 501(c) (3)non-profit organization, opened its first program known as the Mary Spottswood Women's Center,the Monroe County Florida emergency shelter for women and women with minor children offering shelter housing and basic needs for a period of up to 90-days. In 2007, SH expanded programs by building and opening up Kathy's Hope, a 16-bedroom/bath permanent supportive structured housing facility. Kathy's Hope provides housing opportunities where women and women with minor children in recovery from alcohol and drug abuse or who have been diagnosed with co-occurring disorders can reside as long as they wish. In 2010, a third structured permanent supportive living facility was built and opened as Casa de Meredith, offering seven, two-bedroom and bathroom units along with two studio apartment units, offering affordable housing for single women and men,women and men with children,and intact families. In 2013, Samuel's House received DCF licensure for Adult Substance Abuse Services for Case Management and General Intervention. This license is renewed annually. Samuel's House staff consists of an executive director, deputy director, auditor and accountant, fundraising coordinator, a part-time case manager, three full-time case managers, and a pool of part-time shelter monitors, certified grant writer, and the agency Founder,Mrs. Elmira Leto,who serves as strategic consultant to the agency. Together this team brings years of experience in case management, substance abuse intervention, criminal justice, community health and treatment center management. Each staff position represents an integral piece of the overall case management team approach used by Samuel's House. Since opening its doors, Samuel's House has provided services to more than 8,610 clients with numerous targeted services that motivate residents to reach goals and develop skills,thereby becoming viable members of society. The staff of SH has over three decades of combined experience working with the homeless, substance abuse intervention, criminal justice, community health,victim services, and other social issues. The SH Board of Directors includes professionals of various backgrounds and an array of expertise and experience. Our Board Members are actively involved with the shelter contributing many volunteer hours to program services, administrative responsibilities and fundraising efforts. With a solid history of awards from federal, state and other grant programs, SH has proven itself to be competent stewards in all fiscal aspects of its programs. All grant awards have been followed by prudent, successful management of resulting programs. Required reporting is done in a timely manner and SH has no history of delinquencies or negative findings from any funding source. B. Goals,Objectives and Outcomes 4 3668 Samuel's House,Inc. Q Monroe County Sheriff's Office February 3,2025 Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund(SAFF) Grant Application Very specific and clear goals, objectives and outcomes have been established for life improvement as well as program success. Goal 1: To prevent crime by and against women in crisis, homeless women, and women with children in Monroe County through case management and the provision of basic human needs. Objectives: • Samuel's House will advocate for all clients. • Samuel's House will complete an assessment for all clients to determine the best individual approach. • Samuel's House will provide resource management and service facilitation for all clients according to their needs. • Samuel's House will have appropriate on-going communication will all clients. • Samuel's House will remove from the streets, those homeless women and women with children in Monroe County who are willing to improve their own lives. Outcomes: • -Residents will be safe from exposure to illegal substances. • Women released from jail will have a safe environment for their transition. • Residents will be less likely to engage in criminal behavior to meet their needs. • Residents will be less likely to be exposed to the typical risks of living on the streets. • Residents will gain legal employment within two weeks of intake. Goal 2: To contribute to improved health and safety of homeless women and women with children in Monroe County through case management and the provision of basic human needs. Objectives: 1. Residents will develop individualized plans of action,clearly delineating their goals regarding health and safety. 2. Victims of violence will participate in safety planning and counseling. 3. Women released from jail will receive support for a new,improved lifestyle. 4. All residents are alcohol and drug tested at intake and up to every 72 hours thereafter. 5. Residents will receive care coordination to access all available resources leading to self-sufficiency. 6. Samuel's House will provide relapse prevention programming. 7. Samuel's House will monitor the behavior,well-being,and progress of each resident. Outcomes: • Residents will follow their individual plans leading to improved health and safety. • Residents will receive housing assistance giving them a safe, clean, nurturing, and sober environment. • Residents will receive services which assist them in achieving improved mental/physical health including,but not limited to: Attending necessary mental/physical healthcare appointments; attending AA/NA meetings regularly; and attending probation meetings and court proceedings as required. • Residents will receive the support needed to stay sober and substance free. • Residents will be healthy and drug free in order to retain their jobs. • Residents will learn self-sufficiency. SH 2O23 case management intake screenings indicate that clients served reported the most prevalent causes of homelessness to include: a) lack of work which they are competent to maintain, b) insufficient wages versus housing expenses, c) domestic violence; and more common than not, is the ongoing issue of substance use / abuse, coupled with chronic mental health disorders and related medical conditions that most often remain untreated, d) loss of work /wages; long-term illness, pending disabilities, and more. SH has experienced an increase in need and requests for community assistance for items such as delinquent rent or lease fees, as well as basic utilities assistance. SH 5 3669 Samuel's House,Inc. Q Monroe County Sheriff's Office February 3,2025 w. Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund(SAFF) i Grant Application ll statistics indicate all of these causes and issues contribute to an ongoing,long term concern, and is directly associated with homelessness. C. Background and Significance The need for emergency shelter and long-term housing services in the Florida Keys is reflected in its remote location and the cost of living versus wages paid. For example, shelter is essential to the safety of abuse victims who are seeking refuge, because leaving abusers is often dangerous, if not lethal. The lack of adequate, safe, affordable housing in Monroe County is an ongoing issue of concern. In Monroe County,the rural, insular culture and location along with the consequential scarcity of resources create the potential for increased danger when compared to more urban communities. The resultant community is one that is very vulnerable to homelessness and poverty. These conditions are proven incentives for victimization and criminal behavior. SH provides women and women with children a safe, secure place to live and a long-term plan for life improvement free of criminal influence. Without SH,many women would have to return to living in the mangroves, their cars, sleeping on sofas, lawn chairs, and porches. They often resort to living on public or private property where it is not legal to live. They could put their children at risk by returning to unsafe conditions. Some could choose to return to a criminal livelihood. Many who have "worn out their welcome" with family or friends would certainly return to living on the streets and engaging in illegal activity in an effort to financially support themselves and/or their children. Assisting Samuel's House clients with case management and the provision of basic human needs is vitally important to many segments of the community including: • Assisting victims among the local population, as well as transients and tourists, who often find themselves stranded here due to some type of violence. • Providing shelter and essential services to the increase in mothers with children and in pregnant women with children in need of services. The Department of Children and Families and Family Court refer many families and individuals to SH for the safety and structure the environment provides. Without Samuel's House, foster care would be the only option for many children. The shelter allows families to stay united or to be restored while mothers make the transition into independence and stability. • Providing a variety of essential services that are absolutely crucial to preventing crime by and against homeless women and women with children who find themselves in need of assistance in Monroe County. Referral sources to SH include the criminal justice system, as well as Family Court. Referrals from the Monroe County Detention Center and from Adult Probation are also frequent. SH shelters many women who are released from jail or prison,including women who are on house-arrest. The women who are released from jail find safety and support for transitioning back into society. The self-esteem and empowerment clients receive at SH, gives them the tools to make good choices and to participate in life as productive citizens with legitimate forms of livelihood. • Providing the support, structure and accountability of a recovery-oriented community to addicted women, and women with children. The supportive environment of the shelter and guidance from the shelter staff reduces the risk of illegal activities and victimization. Although the shelter is not a treatment center, SH provides addicts and substance abusers, from the jails and streets, the structure and support needed to achieve sobriety. Samuel's House actively renews our license with the Florida Department of Children and Families for Adult Substance Abuse Services / Case Management and General Intervention annually. Without community support, the homeless population is potentially a burden to the community, as the community must pay the 6 3670 Samuel's House,hie. ' ' ^ w Monroe County Sheriff's Office February 3,2025 ) Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund(SAFF) Grant Application price for criminal activities. With resources and support, homeless families can avoid victimization and criminal behavior, and become self-sufficient,productive members of the Monroe County community. D. Target Population The Mary Spottswood Women's Center Emergency Shelter provides shelter housing for women and women with minor children of all ages who, for reasons such as financial crisis, substance abuse, incarceration, domestic violence,illness,mental illness, or other traumatic events,have found themselves homeless. The children range from birth to eighteen. The only requirement for admission to the Mary Spottswood Women's Center is to be a homeless, sober woman (free of any warrants) who is willing to remain sober and non-violent while in residence. E. Approach Method The funding requested in this application will be used in two ways(Case Management and the Provision of Basic Human Needs)to ultimately reduce crime,address the needs of residents suffering from Drug and Alcohol Abuse, and provide for the Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults in Monroe County. This includes drug testing supplies and utility expenses of the program. ❖ Case Management: Case Management is a long term, ongoing process and is intended to provide clients with whatever they need, whenever they need it, for as long as necessary. SH is committed to this process. The SH method of case management is a team approach. The case management team consists of a part-time Licensed Clinical Social Worker, one part-time Case Manager, three full-time Case Managers and a pool of part-time Shelter Monitors. This team manages the needs of all shelter residents, 24 hours a day, and 7 days a week. SH is run with firm rules and expectations for behavior, employment, and sobriety, which provide a structure for rehabilitation and transition. When a client arrives at SH, she receives an intensive evaluation by a Case Manager and begins to develop a plan for herself that includes staying away from trouble and improving her health and safety so that she can achieve self-sufficiency. Children entering SH with their mothers/guardians also receive the benefit of case management. The case management team works closely with the client to follow and monitor her progress. When a client leaves SH, she is encouraged to return for case management follow-up. Collaborative efforts with community agencies facilitate the goal of improving the health and safety of homeless women and women with children in Monroe County and preventing crime and victimization among this population. Samuel's House collaborates with multiple government and non-profit agencies throughout Monroe County. By accessing the resources of its partners, such as the member agencies of the Monroe County Homeless Services Continuum of Care, the SH case management team ensures that residents of our programs receive shelter and comprehensive services for their transition to self-sufficiency, safety, and sober productive lifestyles. Samuel's House assures that approaches used by staff are the most relevant and effective for the Monroe County community. For example, shelter staff works with probation officers to monitor the residents who are placed in the shelter as a condition of release. Without SH, these women would have few options. SH works to rehabilitate and empower women so they are ready for a clean, legal lifestyle. ❖ Provision of Basic Human Needs: It has been proven time after time that a lack of proper shelter and "going hungry" often leads to a life of crime. Women turn to theft,prostitution and other offenses in order to provide food, clothing and shelter for their families. They also allow crimes such as domestic abuse to be inflicted upon them because they believe they have no other choice if their children are to eat and have a roof over their heads. SH believes that no woman or child should have to endure a state of homelessness or live in fear for their personal safety without even the most basic of human needs such as food and shelter. Since 1999, SH has been providing for those needs. 7 3671 Samuel's House,Inc. Monroe County Sheriffs Office February 3,2025 Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund(SAFF) Grant Application Client fees have always been an integral part of the SH programs. It is important that women take at least some financial responsibility for their housing and other needs while living at the Mary Spottswood Women's Center.Fees at the Emergency Shelter are$100.00 per week, for the first four weeks; after which the weekly fee increases to $125.00. This rate has been unchanged for the past nine years, even if the woman has accompanying children. All client fees are applied to the monthly operating costs of the shelter. When you calculate out that a client pays less than $14.29 per day in client fees at the weekly rate, and zero for her children, at the shelter, it is easy to see how a deficit can and does exist. This is why grants, donations and other financial assistance are necessary. As inflation rises, the gap between SH client fees and actual operating costs has widened, to the point that the agency can no longer afford NOT to insist that client fees be paid, after the initial four week entry period. The economics of the average client wage paid, versus the cost of living, traumatic events which cause loss of work, etc., often results in many clients (if not all) entering the shelter at an entry level job situation, or unemployed, without any income or assistance. For this reason, SH makes every effort to assist new clients by utilizing grants and other funds available, in order to provide payment of the first four weeks of a new client stay at the shelter. This allows the client to acclimate to their new situation, sufficient time to attain employment, seek referral and application assistance for possible benefits that they may not be receiving but are eligible to receive such as social security, TANF, disability,retirement, affordable housing, and much more. There is much to do to get a client in a position where they can feel ready to go out and work, and become independent once again. SH will apply a portion of the SAFF grant funds toward purchasing essential basic needs such as food, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, formula and diapers for the babies and paying for the utility costs that keep them sheltered. The Mary Spottswood Women's Center Emergency Shelter is located at 1614 Truesdell Court, Key West, Florida. All programs are closely monitored by an experienced staff of case managers, house monitors, our deputy director and the executive director. While case managers assess needs of residents and potential residents, it is the entire SH team that works together to monitor all clients and programs accordingly. SH staff are educated and experienced in the needs of the target population and, therefore, able to guide clients to appropriate services and solutions. Administrative personnel and staff attend as many workshops and training sessions as well as continuing education opportunities in order to increase skill level and experience throughout the organization. F. Resources and Costs Samuel's House is requesting SAFF grant funds in the amount of$10,000, to be used to assist with costs involved in case management and the provision of basic need services. The $10,000.00 will be used for case management salaries and to purchase essential client needs (food, personal hygiene items, cleaning supplies, baby formula, diapers,drug testing supplies and utility costs). G. Sustainability SH receives support from a number of public and private funding sources. With consideration for the instability of public funding sources,we continue to make every effort to identify new funding and fundraising opportunities to ensure the sustainability of SH. Samuel's House,Inc.Board of Directors—see a full list of members on the next page. S 3672 Samuel's House,Inc. �„ Monroe County Sheriff's Office February 3,2025 Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund(SAFF) Grant Application H. Financial Statement(Income and expense report for the previous year): Samuel's House is required to file an annual IRS Form 990 tax return as a nonprofit entity. SH contracts for a full, independent audit and review of our finances,every year. This report is a very large document. SH would exceed the 9 page limit for this grant should we include that report here. Instead,we are providing a project budget summary. If you require an income/ expense report, or other financial document,we are happy to comply. ._. — _.. ........ ........ BREAKDOWN: PURPOSE: • $10,000 For • Case management salaries: Allows a support system so that clients Essential can regain control of their lives and become productive citizens. Services and • Drug testing supplies: Are necessary to make sure those with Shelter substance abuse issues are tested up to every 72 hours. Operations . Essential Basic Needs: Food,cleaning supplies and personal hygiene items. These essentials are imperative for the physical well-being of clients in shelter care. • Utilities: For services which include electric,water, sewer,garbage and cable. 9 3673 Applicant Identification ' Name of Organization: The Zonta Club of Marathon Foundation,Inc. Address:P.O.Box 500972,Marathon,FL 33050 Authorized Representative:(name&title)Liz MacDonald,Treasurer Contact Person:(Matters regarding this application)Pat Biagi,Director:(305)743-0698 Fax:N/A E-mail.pappib@gmaiI.com Type of Organization: (Check one) State,County or Local Government Department or Agency Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C_501(c)(3)or(4) Title of Project:Health,Mammography and Humanitarian Services Program Type of request: Non-recurring funds(e.g.,capital expenditures,one-time costs)Amount of request: $5,000 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds?YES From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result?None at the present time If your organization has a Board of Directors, please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the funds. Supply a separate page here if you like.(Attached) This application addresses: * Physical, Dental and Mental wellbeing of women and children in our community* *Assistance with cost of preventative tests,such as mammograms* *Assistance with cost of diagnostic testing such as ultrasound,MRls* *Assistance with prescription costs* *Assistance with travel costs to and from test appointments if care is not available locally* *Assistance with utility costs or food for a family, in need,if other resources are not available* Signature: �, �� .� . .__._...�Date :. .� ��. 3674 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal,state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer,director,trustee,fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law, or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations,or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal,state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. .F .. _ , . .........m_—_.PRINTNAME:APPLICANT SIGNAI`lJl _i =. a __ . �. 3675 ABSTRACT: Zonta assistance to the Marathon community is an ongoing project.As living expenses rise,we receive many requests from single parent households. To reach individuals who need our help with healthcare or other issues(as outlined on page 1)ads are placed in local newspapers, rack cards are placed in various businesses. We also reach out to CHI and Womankind for referrals. When we receive a request,it is turned over to our Health team. They contact the person to assist in setting up appointments,if necessary,and we meet the person at the provider to make payment. Our projected annual costs for services are outlined on page 5. 3676 INFORMATION FOR APPLICATION A. INTRODUCTION: The Zonta Club of Marathon is an organization comprised of business and professional women dedicated to improving the circumstances of women and children in our community.The funding from the SAFF grant will be used to increase the assistance that can be provided to uninsured or underinsured women and children in our community for healthcare services that might not otherwise be sought due to financial difficulties.We are seeing an increase in requests for assistance over the past year. Medical costs have substantially increased. We attempt to assist and find the best solution for each person who reaches out.We also see a great need in our community for families facing hunger issues. All Club funds are controlled by a Board of Directors. B. GOALS, OBJECTIVES AND OUTCOME:The goal and objectives of the Zonta Club of Marathon are advocacy for the greater good with respect to empowering women and children and to be an advocate for persons who ask for a hand up. Goals: 1.Working to end violence against women and children 2.Identify areas that would contribute to the end of economic inequality 3.Exploring ways to enhance the quality of education for women and children through scholarships 4.Improving the lives of women and children by providing greater access to healthcare Objectives: 1. Reduce the number of residents who avoid preventative healthcare procedures 2. Advocate service providers to discount procedural costs for the uninsured/underinsured 3. Communicate resources that are available within our community 4. Partner with like organizations to overlap and enhance resources C. BACKGROUND AND SIGNIFICANCE:Over 30 years ago Zonta identified a need in our community and we are committed to assisting women and children in our community who are uninsured,or underinsured. Many struggle when faced with difficult medical issues for themselves or their children. The Zonta Club of Marathon offers assistance for procedures, such as mammograms, emergency dental issues, prescription costs,to name a few. Zonta continues to be an advocate for additional health services within our community. In addition, the club offers scholarship money,to Marathon high school senior girls and boys,for pursuit of higher education. D. TARGET POPULATION: The target population, for Zonta Club of Marathon, are the women and children who live in our community. The Club has long recognized the existence of a distinct population of low-income females in our community who do not have insurance or the financial resources to pay for, not just emergency issues, but also preventative testing that could impact their lives or the lives of their children. Zonta fosters unity and has an open-door policy for any person in need.Contact information is outlined on the rack cards that are distributed around the community.We also offer contact information for other resources within the community. E. APPROACH METHOD:The Affordable Healthcare Act(ACA) does not provide coverage for some preventative testing. We receive requests for assistance with these procedures that fall through the cracks. Requests are made to Zonta Club of Marathon by contacting a member of the Club. 3677 These are reviewed and approved by the Health team.Zonta's approach is Whatever It Takes.We strive to help alleviate the frustration and anxiety due to medical costs. F. RESOURCES AND COST:Zonta does not like to say no to anyone in need of assistance when there is an inability to pay for healthcare.Studies have shown that the first thing a person will do,when experiencing financial difficulty,is eliminate health and dental costs,especially preventative care. The members of the Zonta Club of Marathon provide many hours of volunteer labor and financial assistance to make our fundraisers as successful as possible. -------- ..... Item Purpose Unit Cost Cost ®, ....... .......... _.. Rack Cards&Mailer Communication to 1000 x.139 $300 Commun11 ity $250 Mailer Materials/Supplies: Carry out the Budget items $1,000 (postage,bookkeeping, program shared with computer, storage,etc) organizational initiatives m ......... ........................................... , _... Screening Primary Procedure 30 @$200(avg) $6,000 Mammograms/Interpretation each person. Varies by facility ®.. ......... .....__ �...,_ - ------- Diagnostic Mammogram Secondary 15 @$300(avg) $4,500 Procedure Varies by facility . ........... , Ultrasound Subsequent 5 @$600(avg) $3,000 Procedure Varies by facility m®® - ,. Misc Health Procedures Pap smears, 5 patients @ $3,000 bloodwork, $600.00 each i biopsies,doctor Varies by facility appointments, mental health visits,emergency dental TOTAL PROJECTED COST:$17,800 G. SUSTAINABILIT .What makes this program sustainable is the need in our community. It does not go away and has only increased in the last couple of years. Healthcare is costly, as we all know, and many employees do not have benefits included with employment. We partner with other organizations such as CHI (Community Health of South FL), Lower Keys Medical and Womankind (Marathon & Key West).These partners are well versed in assuring that patients receive quality, timely healthcare. H. FINANCIAL STATEMENT:In the past,Zonta Club of Marathon was granted discounted pricing from various facilities. We work with our local providers to increase health services at a reduced cost which is important to our Club. This assures that our funding stretches further These formal partnerships will assure that the needs and privacy(HIPPA guidelines)of those we refer are met. We are fortunate to now have a Womankind office here in our area and look forward to working with them. 3678 CLOSING COMMENTS: The Zonta Club of Marathon sincerely hopes that the Monroe County Sheriffs Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund will grant the requested award of$5,000 to help us continue our efforts in our community.Zonta looks forward to working with SAFF to enhance a better and healthier Marathon. Thank you for your consideration of our request. Should you have questions or concerns regarding the application, please contact Pat Biagi.Phone#305-743-0698 Cell#727-487-3842 Email:papt)ib@email.com. 3679 DIRECTORS OF THE ZONTA CLUB OF MARATHON 2023-2024 Lisa Joseph,421-601'Street Gulf,Marathon,FL 33050 Erin Arnett, 102-52nd Street, Marathon, FI 33050 Pat Biagi, 102 Avenue M, Marathon, FL 33050 Liz MacDonald, 389 North Anglers Drive,#103, Marathon, FL 33050 Kym Momoly,8050 Tuna Drive, Marathon, FL 33050 Charlotte Quinn,493 James Street,Marathon,FL 33050 Stephanie Baumann, 12545 Overseas Highway, #104, Marathon,FL 33050 3680 First Page of the Application: (Limit one page, except as noted below): Applicant Identification Name of Organization: Grace Jones Community Center Address: 230 41st St, Marathon, FL 33050 Authorized Representative: (name &title) John Hunt, Board President Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) John Hunt Telephone: 305-731-3096 Fax: N/A E-mail: jhh952@comcast.net Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency [ ] Private,non-profit organization, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) or(4) [X ] Title of Project: Grace Jones Food & Backpack Program Type of request: ®Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) ❑Non-recurring funds (e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $10,000 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here ❑and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? ®Yes ❑No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. This application addresses (please check all that apply): ❑ Law Enforcement ❑ Crime Prevention ❑ Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment ® Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults ❑ Cultural,Artistic, Educational,Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth " � r Signature , ) _ - Date: . ri a— a 1 to the Please ,dote. Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Flo p�y se proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. 3681 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. �......., . .ry Applicant's Signature: � �!' �a �r� �„�� Applicants Name (Printed) 3682 Third Page of the Application(Limit of one page): Abstract: A brief summary of the project(who,what,where, why,when, how and how much). Pages 4 through 9 of the Application: THE APPLICATION Here you should include: A. Introduction. Describe the overall organization, its qualifications relevant to this request, and its capacity to manage the project. B. Goals,Objectives and Outcomes (What needs to be done). Supply documentation of the need if it is available. C. Background and Significance (Why the project is important to the community). D. Target Population(Who will be served specifically? Age? Gender? Special circumstances) E. Approach Method. (How will the project be done? Where will it be done? When? What staffing is required?) F. Resources and costs. (How much will it cost? Include detailed budget. What other resources are available for the project? Describe the organization's fiscal capabilities.) G. Sustainability(For projects that may be asking for funds for more than one year,how will the project be sustained upon termination of this funding?) H. Financial Statement(Income and expense report for the previous year.) For further information, contact Michelle Quad,Legal Assistant at(305)292-7020, or e-mail: mquad@keysso.net 3683 Abstract: Grace Jones Community Center's Food & Backpack Program ensures food security for children from working-class families in Marathon, FL. Our program provides free,nutritious meals—breakfast, lunch,and snacks—each day to all enrolled children, as well as weekend food backpacks to sustain them when daycare meals are unavailable.The program directly supports working-class families who struggle with the high cost of living, ensuring their children receive essential nutrition for healthy development.With funding from the Monroe County Sheriffs Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund,we will sustain this critical service, directly benefiting 73 children and their families while promoting their overall well-being. A. Introduction Grace Jones Community Center is a nonprofit early childhood education provider serving working- class families in Marathon, Florida. Established over 50 years ago,we are the longest-operating daycare in the Middle Keys, providing high-quality, affordable childcare for infants through six-year- olds. Our program includes Florida-certified Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten (VPK)services,ensuring that children are prepared for success in school. A key component of our work is addressing food insecurity among the families we serve. Many of our children come from households that struggle to afford nutritious meals.To combat this,we provide free meals and a weekend backpack program,ensuring children receive the nutrition they need to grow, learn, and thrive.We have successfully managed this program for years through a combination of state reimbursements and philanthropic support.The requested SAFF funding will allow us to continue this essential program and prevent food insecurity among our most vulnerable children. B. Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes The primary goal of this program is to reduce food insecurity among daycare attendees by providing daily meals and weekend food backpacks.Specifically, our objectives are: • To provide healthy meals (breakfast, lunch,and snacks) every weekday to all enrolled children. • To distribute food-filled backpacks every Friday, ensuring children have meals over the weekend.To alleviate financial strain on families by eliminating meal costs for their children. • To support children's physical and cognitive development through consistent nutrition. Expected outcomes include: 3684 • Improved health and well-being for children receiving regular nutritious meals. • Enhanced focus and learning readiness in children due to adequate food intake. • Reduced financial stress for low-income families who rely on our services. C. Background and Significance Marathon, Florida, has a cost of living approximately 30%higher than the national average, placing significant financial pressure on working-class families. Many parents work in the tourism and service industries, earning wages that barely cover essential expenses.As a result,food insecurity remains a pressing issue, particularly among young children. Our program addresses this critical need by providing free meals at daycare and sending children home with weekend food backpacks. Studies indicate that food insecurity in childhood is linked to poor health outcomes, cognitive delays, and emotional distress. By ensuring our children receive consistent, nutritious meals, we mitigate these risks and contribute to their overall well-being and future success. D.Target Population The program serves 73 children, age 6 and under. Nearly all our families fall below Monroe County's median income,with 64% living at or below 80%of the Area Median Income (AMI). Many families are part of the ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) population—earning too much to qualify,for public assistance but struggling to afford basic necessities.The Food & Backpack Program directly benefits these families, ensuring children have access to essential nutrition regardless of their household income. E. Approach Method Our approach includes: • Daily Meal Service:All children receive free, nutritious breakfast, lunch, and snacks prepared by our on-site cook. Meals meet USDA nutritional guidelines and are provided at no cost to families. • Weekend Backpack Program: Every Friday,we distribute backpacks filled with shelf-stable food, ensuring children have enough to eat over the weekend. Each backpack contains two breakfasts,two snacks,two lunches,two drinks, and milk. • Monitoring and Evaluation:We track participation rates, food distribution,and family feedback to assess the program's effectiveness and identify areas for improvement. F. Resources and Costs 3685 Funding for our in-house food programme comes from a combination of sources, inc➢udiing partial r irnbursermn nt from the Florida Department of Health,which covers 41 of the prop ram's expenses. However,we must raise more-than $50,000 annually toy cover the remaining coasts, including the salary of our cook,.The backpack programme, Me ig'ib➢e for governmental reimbursement, is entir0y reliant on ph➢lanthiropic support., Each backpack costs an average of$15.60,totaling $47,860.80 annua➢Ily. ➢n addition to seeking funding from the SAFF,we have requested funding from United Way of Co Mer and the Days, and we will submit an additional 50,00 4-in grant app➢ications ton local banks, grocery stores, and foundations to ensure the program"s continued str in tlh and suustainabMty. FOOD/BACKPACK PROGRAM EXPENSES Sa➢ar➢es&Benefits 50,000m Food $127,178.80 Admmnlinistrative Expenses 500.00 G. Suustainabi➢ity e are committed to maintaining the Food& Backpack Program beyond the grant perused through. • Diverse Funding Streams:We pursue additional grants, community donations,and business sponsorships to supplement costs. • Community PartmnersNps. We collaborate with local organizations and business s ton secure food donations and financial support. • Operational Efficiency:W continuously assess and improve our Ipro, ram's cost- effectiveness to maximize impact within available funding. IH. Financial Statement Please sore attached income and expense report for last fisca➢year(July 1, 2023—June 30, 2024). The Food & Backpack Program at Grace.➢moms Community Counter significantly enhances both the physical and mental health of the children and families it serves. By ensuring consistent access to nutritious meals,the program supports children°s growth, cognitive development, and emmnotionall stability, reducing the risks associated with food insecurity. With proper nutrition,children are moire focussed,energetic,and emotionally resilient,while fami➢i s experience less financial strain and stress,creating arm ore stable home environment. Ultimately,this Ipro rain not only combats hunger but also fosters a healthier, stronger community where cNIlldren can thrive, and famn"nilli s can flourish. 3686 Grace 3ones, Community Center Grace Jones Community Center Board 2024-2025 President:John Hunt 493 Porgy Drive, Marathon, FL 33050 Vice President:Yudi Pineiro 305 Anglers Drive North, Marathon, FL 33050 Secretary: Ivana Micovic 5601 Overseas Hwy., Marathon, FL 33050 Treasurer:Chad Tate 29755 Frostproof Road,Big Pine Key, FL 33050 Meghan Caudill 374 73rd Street#5, Marathon, FL 33050 Dale Coburn 205 Camino Real, Marathon, FL 33050 Kathy Hunt 493 Porgy Drive, Marathon, FL 33050 Michelle VanHoose 478 96th Street Ocean, Marathon, FL 33050 3687 �� ]��0�� ~ ��o ^x�~�~— =��.=^—�� COMMUNITY" CENTER ..~�� Statement of Year Comparison July 2D23-June 3024 TOTAL |nnomo Donations 2.161 Early Learning Coalition 173.756 EU}Special Grant 68.810 Food&Nutrition Funds 40.535 Fund Raising Income 12.300 Interest Income 9.069 Monroe County BOOO 60.000 OtherN|isn.Gnumn 58.900 Other Miscellaneous Income 337 Sheriff FodfietunnFunds 3.080 Tuitions 308.342 UVVof the FLKeys 8.500 Total Income *743.771 GROGGPROF|T *743,771 Expenses Background&Medical Checks 403 Capital Expenditures O Direct Program Costs 99.127 Facility Expenses 32.303 Indirect Program Costs 73.043 Insurance 19.804 Pmyuheu Payroll Fees 8.215 Payroll Expenses 541.487 Payroll Taxes&Related Exp. 44.579 Playground Equipment 356 Professional Fees 21.850 Travel 297 Total Expenses $839,542 NET OPERATING INCOME $-95.771 Other Expenses Debt Payments O Fund Raising Expenses 100 Total Other Expenses $100 NET OTHER INCOME *'100 NET INCOME $-95,871 Ba v 10`2 11 3688 MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF'S SHARED ASSET FORFEITURE FUND 2025 GRANT APPLICATION Ap licantldentiftcation Name of Organization:Womankind Address: 1511 Truman Ave,Key West,FL 33040 Authorized Representative:(name&title)Cali Roberts, Executive Director Contact Person:(Matters regarding this application)Cali Roberts, Executive Director Telephone:305-320-0608 Fax:305-294-6043 E-mail:croberts@womankindkeywest.org Type of Organization: (Check One) State,County or Local Government Department or Agency [ ] Private, non-profit organization, pursuant to 26 U.S.C.501(c)(3)or(4) [XJ Title of Project.Access to Women's Health Services: Providing a full-scope of health services in the Lower and Middle Keys. Type of request: Recurring funds (e.g.,operational costs) Amount of request. $10,000 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here: No Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? Yes,with no reservations! From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. Please see attached. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must desig- nate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. Please see attached. This application addresses (please check all that apply): [X] Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults F f � Date:Signature . , Please note:Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida apply to these proceedings;anyinformation in this application maybe available to the public. 1 fo'��u ,rA�i�lo��rr Womankind 305.294.40(3689 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal,state,or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer,director,trustee,fiduciary of the applicant has been: a.)convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law;or b.) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules,regulations,or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal,state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal,state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's � 8, ��(, 4 Si natu � ..�. ... ...... �.pp g e A licant's Name (printed) 2 �I I,.. r,;;,;,1„t rr;;f% Womankind 305.294.4013690 ABSTRACT: In 2024, Womankind expanded its reach and services to address critical healthcare gaps in the Lower and Middle Keys. This included launching prenatal services and opening a second clinic in Marathon's Gulfside Village. These initiatives were responses to significant community needs and they built upon Womankind's long-standing commitment to accessible,high-quality healthcare. In 2023, the departure of two obstetric providers created a dearth of prenatal providers in the Keys, leaving hundreds of women underserved. Womankind, alongside the Rural Health Network and Healthy Start Coalition, secured funding from the Health Foundation of South Florida to implement solutions,ensuring timely prenatal care to improve maternal and infant health outcomes. To date Womankind has provided 150 local women attentive, high-quality prenatal services. The Marathon clinic marked a major milestone for Womankind, introducing its comprehensive women's health services—from annual exams to confidential teen services—north of the Seven Mile Bridge for the first time. Both of these expansions address a persistent lack of care in the region and create an opportunity for the 7,000 women living within 40 miles of Marathon to access essential services. Historically, Womankind's Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Fund (SAFF) requests have focused on supporting teens. This year's request extends that focus to include Middle Keys teens while supporting broader initiatives that make the community healthier and safer. We respectfully request $10,000 to offset personnel costs critical to sustaining and growing these vital programs. Your continued support allows us to meet pressing healthcare needs and ensure better health outcomes for all. THEAPPLICA,TION Introduction Womankind is a 501(c)(3) non-profit medical center dedicated to providing high-quality,accessible healthcare for all income levels.Since its inception in 2001,Womankind has been a cornerstone of women's health in Monroe County. Our mission emphasizes education, prevention, and empowering individuals to take charge of their health. Core goals include: • Educating individuals on health and wellness. • Reducing teen pregnancy and STI rates. • Increasing early detection and treatment of breast and cervical cancer. • Improving maternal and infant health outcomes. Over the years, SAFF funding has enabled Womankind to deliver impactful programs targeting teens. For 2025,we are expanding the scope to address critical gaps in gynecological care and access to comprehensive women's health services in the Middle Keys. Additionally, while more patients have acquired health insurance through the Marketplace, many are caught off guard when problem visits arise. Copays, coinsurance, and deductibles often make necessary care unaffordable, leading patients to forgo treatment.Though patients can choose to pay cash prices,they are frequently unprepared to do so,assuming their insurance would cover all costs.Womankind continues to assist patients in navigating these challenges,ensuring they receive needed care without unexpected financial burdens. 3 11 II r;,, ,it%,r / Womankind 305.294.40,3691 Goals,Objectives and Outcomes i Ai;A1 incre ase availability of women's health services in the Middle Keys. Expanding access to women's health services is critical to ensuring that women in the Middle Keys receive timely, quality care. Many women in this region previously had to travel long distances to Key West or the mainland for essential services, leading to delayed care and poorer health outcomes. By expanding services locally,Womankind provides comprehensive gynecological care, including annual exams, cancer screenings, and family planning, ensuring that women receive necessary preventative and diagnostic care close to home. 1,piectives • Womankind will expand access to annual exams, cancer screenings, family planning, and STI treatment for Middle Keys residents. G AL., 111111-1 .. Continue to provide prenatal care as the only provider in the Middle Keys,focusing on patients without other options. With the departure of obstetric providers, many pregnant women in the Middle Keys have struggled to secure prenatal care, leading to increased risks of complications.While hospital regulations may necessitate scaling back Womankind's prenatal services, completely eliminating this care is not feasible given the region's needs. Womankind will continue to provide prenatal services in Marathon, ensuring that expectant mothers without alternative options receive essential monitoring and early interventions to improve maternal and infant health outcomes. Objectives: • Womankind will ensure that pregnant women who have no alternative provider can still receive necessary prenatal care. • Womankind will reduce the number of women delivering at hospitals without prenatal care. • Womankind will enhance early identification of pregnancy risks. QQAL Expand patient education and assistance in understanding health insurance costs, including copays, coinsurance,and deductibles,to prevent unexpected financial burdens. Many patients enter Womankind's clinic with insurance but are surprised by the out-of-pocket costs associated with medical care. A lack of understanding about copays, deductibles, and coinsurance often leads to delayed treatment or financial strain. To address this, Womankind will increase its patient education efforts, ensuring that individuals are better prepared for healthcare expenses and can make informed decisions about their treatment options. i,dive m • Womankind will improve patient financial literacy to minimize gaps in care due to unexpected medical costs. Outcomes: • Womankind will provide comprehensive healthcare to 550 patients annually in Marathon. • Womankind will improve access to preventative care services for the 7,000 women in the Middle Keys. • Womankind will offer prenatal care to a limited number of women who cannot be accommodated elsewhere. • Womankind will increase patient awareness of out-of-pocket costs, reducing financial surprises that lead to delayed or forgone medical care. These goals will facilitate access to care for locals -through expanded services and expanded locations. In 2025 we 4 Womankind 305.294.4013692 are expanding our hours in Marathon to bring our medical director to the Middle Keys. Dr. Mitzner's schedule in Marathon will allow higher-end procedures, like colposcopies,to be convenient for the women in that area. She will also see patients referred for elevated care from our nurse practitioners. Until now, these patients had to travel to Womankind's Key West location when their treatment required the expertise of a board-certified gynecologist. Overall, the coverage in the Middle Keys will be comprehensive and allow all women of that area, not just the uninsured,to have access to high-quality care necessary for optimal healthiness. A 2004 American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology report show "proportionately fewer rural women receive recommended preventive screening services for breast and cervical cancer. Rural African American, Hispanic,Asian, and white women are less likely to have cervical cancer screening.African American, Hispanic,and white women are less likely than their urban counterparts to have mammograms. African American patients were 57% less likely to have surgery than white patients."'These conditions have been apparent in the Middle Keys where no gynecological care was available during the period CHI Inc.closed their clinic and Womankind opened ours. Serving a diverse population and providing medically appropriate interpretation services ensures no woman is left without access to care. Background and Significance Since 2001,Womankind has been a leader in women's healthcare and education in our community and for more than a decade has included men among our patients(about 5%of total patients annually.) Womankind has become a trusted provider for many women in the Lower and now Middle Keys. Our patient base has included many women who are former teen patients and continue to utilize our services as adults and many newly insured women who formerly utilized our sliding scale programs. Although they now have access to any private provider in town, they return to Womankind for the excellent care and because they know their visit is helping other women access health care too. Womankind is constantly evolving to stay with current trends while maintaining strongly rooted in our core values. We want women to have stress-free access to health care that is high-quality and empowering. Fortunately, local stakeholders, like the SAFF Board, HSAB, and the Monroe County Health Department, believe in our mission and support this programing. Target Population Womankind serves a diverse group of individuals in the Lower and Middle Keys.With our expansion to Marathon last year, we have increased patients coming from Key Largo and Islamorada throughout the length of the Keys. Womankind patients are aged between 13 and 89 (our oldest current patient) and are insured, uninsured, and underinsured.We strive to provide care that is accessible through management of financial barriers.We work closely with many local agencies (e.g., AHEC, Rural Health Network, The Good Health Clinic, SOS Foundation) to facilitate needs across all social spectrums are met. Womankind's patients represent a culturally and linguistically diverse population, including English,Spanish, Haitian Creole,and Russian speakers,ensuring that care remains accessible to all community members. Approach Method To meet the community's needs, Womankind is expanding service providers in the Middle Keys with the introduction of clinic hours with our medical director, Dr. Mitzner. We have hired a Spanish-speaking medical assistant to expedite care visits with our local Latina clientele. With no other prenatal provider for 50 miles, Womankind brings a much needed services to the women of the Middle and Upper Keys. We are getting the word out through participation in local events, as a member of the Chamber of Commerce, advertising in the local newspaper, social media posts, and speaking at organizations, including the Marathon High School. The Marathon team consists of the practitioners, the medical assistant, and a front office staffer. This small but mighty team has received 100%positive feedback in patient surveys. Womankind 305.294.40I 3693 Resources and Costs Prenatal care and the Marathon clinic are projected to cost$175,000 in 2025.This includes staffing, overhead,and equipment costs. These funds are budgeted to be generated from the following sources: Budget for the 2025 SAFF Grant We are requesting $10,000 from the SAFF to help meet the cost of staffing medical services for our Key West prenatal program and Marathon program. Funds received through the SAFF will not be utilized for other programs,but will be used to meet the needs of these programs not adequately met by other funding sources. SAFF support has been instrumental to Womankind's ability to deliver services for many years. Going forward, these funding dollars will help to administer two vital programs increasing access to care for residents of the Lower and Middle Keys. F ndiRg Source inou t Expected Sheriffs Asset Forfeiture Fund (SAFF) $10,000 CFFK $49,500 Monroe County Health Department(MCHD) $20,000(full contract is$80K with$20K is earmarked for Marathon) Health Foundation of South Florida Prenatal Grant $30,000(expire5inJuly2025) HSAB $40,000(full contract is$160K with$40Kis earmarked for Marathon) Insurance Reimbursements $20,000 Donations/Fundraising $5,500 $175,000 Womankind 305.294.4013694 fe „ 2024 SAFF grant for Womankind Access to Care Programs $10,000 Board Certified OB/GYN, minimum of 8 hours/month @$125/hour $10,000 $1,000/month Board Certified APRN minimum of 48/month @$65/hour $3,120/month Medical office assistant minimum of 64 hours/month @$25/hour $1,600/month Front office staff minimum of 64/hours/month @$23/hour $1,472/month These costs are not covered by funding from any other sources.We will bill for these positions and labs until the full$10,000 is exhausted. Resources: 1: ACOG(The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists):Health disparities in rural women.(n.d.).ACOG. https://www.acog.org/cLinicaUcLinical-guidance/committee-opinion/articles/2014/02/health-disparities-in-rural-women 7 Womankind 305.294.40 3695 Financial Statement The SAFF award for FY24 was: $7,500.Expenses invoiced on the grant were as follows: S!AII �reii atal & Marathon Services Pa Period mmmmIT Check# . Gross Salary Billed Amount Ashley Zingg -Clinic Manager 05/20/2024-06/02/2024 ACH $ 1,078.40 $ 1,078 40 Ashley Zingg Clinic Manager n mm g � 06/03/2024-06/16/2024 ACH $ �1,136.96 $ 1,136.96 05/20/2024 06/02/2024 ACH $ 10672--Dianelis Borges-Medical Assistant . 8 $ 1,067.28 Dianelis Borges-Medical Assistant 06/03/2024 -06/16/2024 ACH $ 1,211.28 $ 1,211.28 Emliy Pace-Marathon - RN 05/20/2024 -06/02/2024 ACH $� 496.91 $ 496.91 Emliy Pace-Marathon - RN 06/03/2024-06/16/2024 ACH $ 567.95� $ 567.95 Andie Rose Roberts Marathon - Front Desk 05/20/2024-06/02/2024 ACH $ 1,022.20 $ 1,022.20 Andie Rose Roberts Marathon - Front Desk 06/03/2024 -06/16/2024 ACH $ 1,157.10 $ 1,157.10 0 $ 7,738.08 An excess of available funds are invoiced in an abundance of caution. 8 'i `G�o �� ,a�,°y�°luxe a� Womankind 305.294.4013696 Womankind Board of Directors Updated January 2025 Colleen M.Quirk,President 50 Palmetto Drive John O'Neill,Vice President Peter Moorcroft,Treasurer Key West,FL 33040 1709 Duncan Avenue Key West FL 33040 29115 Rose Drive , Home:305.293.1814 Big Pine Key,FL 33043 Cell:305.797.9283 Cell:240.405.5520 Cell:786.208.0516 Work:305.294.1040 joneill@bcgconstruction.net pmoorcroft@aol.com colleen@keywestfresh.com Vice President retired creative director COO Burke Construction Group Fishbusterz Term ends:2026 Term ends:2024 Term ends:2026 Hon.Lurana S.Snow,Secretary Mona Clark Leda Andrews 299 E.Broward Blvd.Suite 204 809 Elizabeth Street 2110 Staples Ave. Fort Lauderdale,FL 33301 Key West,FL 33040 Key West,FL 33040 Home:954.599.6689 Home:305.294.6949 Home:305.393.5035 Work:954.769.5460 Ce11:305.304.8665 Work:305.293.0208 Cell:305.393.5053 Cell:954.599.6689 monacarlisaclark@bellsouth.net luranasnow@yahoo.com Inlera@aol.com retired assistant principal United States Magistrate Judge KW Utility Board elected member owner In One Era Term ends:2025 Term ends:2025 Term ends:2025 Tangelo Torres Kristin Ashby 1501 Salmon Court Cheyenne Pepper 2402 Flagler Avenue Unit C 59 Palmetto Drive Key West,FL 33040 Key West,FL 33040 Key West,FL 33040 Cell:219.252.7109 Cell:305.771.4465 Cell:702.374.8004 kashby006@gmaii.com TangelaTorres@yahoo.com Cheyennepepper0@gmail.com Occupational Therapist Owner Teacher at Gerald Adams Term ends:2026 Lusain Medical Consulting Term ends:2026 Term ends:2026 The executive committee has a bold border around their box. All members serve as unpaid volunteers. 9 �IiWomankind 305.294.40 3697 G a l l;��'r Sri C o-,��„ e o Aul,,risl!l'SOCIE' aM 2025 Monroe County Sheriff's Forfeiture Funds Grant AoIilicant Identification Name of Organization: ASK - Autism Society of the Keys Address: 13351 Overseas Highway, Tavernier, Florida 33070 Authorized Representative: Jill Campbell, Executive Director Contact Person: Same as above Telephone: 305 942 572 : NA E-mail:AutismSocietyoftheKeys@Gmail.co Type of Organization: [X I Non-profit organization 5 1( c )(3) Title of Project: Autism e Florida Keys Type of Request: Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) Amount of request: $10,000.00 If r request ®s for multiple year funding, please check hereseparate page describing e future plan. Not for multiple years Will you be willing to submit cc you of ithese funds? Yes otherFrom what s have you requesteds and what was the result? ASK as received grantawards from the Monroe County HSAB, 45,000;the University of Miami CARD (Center for Autism Related Disorders) $2,500 and Ocean Reef,$10,000. We also received funding from several civic organization,municipalities,foundations® businesses,and individuals amounting to approximately 20,000.We have been blessed and grateful to have our community come along side us and helpus create new and innovative ways to un raise°We were able to create a fishing tournament, a boat roan and many other wonderful ways to supplement our budget. In 2025 we will be hosting an Autism Awareness and Training Autism Awareness Month and will partner with .C.A. .We are incredibly proud of our important partnership with and MCSO regarding the Sensory Boxes program and are even more excited to provide educational and S °O training. ASK has been working with MCSO and continues to provide regular training classes to new officers, This partnership includes an ASK representative to facilitate the training of new officers explaining not only how to use the sensor boxes but also how to identify autism,how to best handle interactions they may encounter, and will answer questions any officer may have. This has been an invaluable experience for both ASK and the officers. This is a true paitnership,that works. 3698 If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Officers and Directors of the Autism Society of the Keys Pam Schmidt, President 242 Lignumvitae Dr,Key Largo FL 33037 Zech Carson,Vice President 88 Henry Morgan Dr,Key Largo,FI 33037 Courtney Leigh,Treasurer 242 Lignumvitae Dr,Key Largo FL 33037 Kristen Lee,Secretary 88 Henry Morgan Dr,Key Largo,FI 33037 Duff Smith, Director 265 Lee St,Key Largo,FI 33037 This application addresses (please check all that apply): X Law Enforcement X Crime Prevention X Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment X Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults is Ed ational Recreational for Monroe Count Youth X Cultural, �,tist y Signature. Please note: Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida apply to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal,state,or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer,director,trustee,fiduciary of the applicant has been: 1, convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law;or 2. convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules, regulations,or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal,state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal,state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicants Signature: a Applicant's Name: Jill Campbell 3699 Abstract: A brief summary of the project (who, what, where, why,when, how and how much). Abstract: The Autism Society of the Keys (ASK)is a grassroots IRS designated 501(c)(3)organization founded on March 12,2009. We are respectfully requesting your kind consideration of our financial support grant proposal to assist in providing critical services for children and families suffering from autism.Your grant award will be used toward purchasing and distributing iPads/tablets to young people with autism, providing GPS locators,assistance with medical expenses, insurance copayments and deductibles,assisting with costs for initial screenings,other therapies and therapeutic activities,child-friendly autism related products,equipment and materials,family education and socials and our newly developed Sensory Boxes.Although ASK's headquarters is physically based in Tavernier, Florida, its services are provided throughout the entire Florida Keys. Educational seminars and our very popular parent/family support groups and facilitated socials are in donated locations at the Marathon Hampton Inn Hotel,the Basilica School in Key West and in Tavernier.A little-known,and extremely surprising fact...autism is the greatest health epidemic in the world today. I in every 36 children will be diagnosed.There is help.There is treatment.But many families find it difficult, if not downright impossible to find treatment providers,support systems and understanding families affected by autism in our still woefully underserved county.We need your financial support to continue providing services to the growing number of Florida Keys boys and girls afflicted by autism and to the parents and loved ones struggling to understand this horrible, and many times overlooked, undiagnosed,or misdiagnosed disorder.Administrative costs at ASK are extremely low and met through non-restricted funds.There is never a fee for our afflicted participants ortheir families.The Board and volunteers of ASK are committed to solving problems, making valuable resource referrals,offering understanding peer support groups and educational workshops. ASK provides materials, products,contracted therapeutic services and assistance with insurance deductibles and initial autism screening and diagnostics.We thank the Monroe County Sheriff's Office for your involvement in the most popular and effective new initiative the Autism Society of the Keys has ever offered. "Sensory Boxes"with associated training workshops were provided to first responders throughout Monroe County to aid with handling children with autism in crisis situations.This program dovetails perfectly with our traditional programs, events,and services.ASK has distributed Sensory Boxes to MCSO, Monroe County police departments,fire stations and first responders throughout the Keys,and more are coming.We have expanded this project to all public and private schools,daycare facilities,the FL Department of Children and Families and to individuals and families affected by autism.We cannot thank you enough for all your help. We're proud to work with you and your great people. 3700 Mission Statement:The Autism Society of the Keys' mission statement is to provide services to children and families affected by autism to improve their quality of life. THE APPLICATION Here you should include: 1. Introduction. Describe the overall organization, its qualifications relevant to this request, and its capacity to manage the project. ASK is a true grassroots organization founded by Craig and Jill Campbell when their then two and-a-half-year-old son, Craig,was diagnosed with autism: "Our son,Craig,was diagnosed with autism at two and a half years old.We knew nothing about autism,except for the movie"Rainman." Little did we know that it would soon consume everyday of our lives.The diagnosis was devastating,and the prognosis was worse.We were told that Craig would never speak, never play with other children, or be potty trained.The doctor continued to say that we should try not to medicate him for as long as we could,and to be prepared for institutionalization.When the shock wore off,we prayed and prayed then went on-line and started researching."Still reeling from this devastating and seemingly hopeless news,the Campbells were stunned by the lack of: 1) public understanding 2)general knowledge concerning autism and 3) local resources: "I had never heard the word autism before Craig became sick,and I was searching for what his symptoms and treatments might be. Doctors believe the earlier a diagnosis and treatment plan is started,the better outcomes and possibility of recovery that a child has. In our quest to save our son,we spent our entire life savings, home, land and every bit of credit helping our child by finding services [which were] only provided in Miami.We drove to Miami for doctors, therapists and services six days a week for three years.Sadly, my story is not unique. Families at war with autism are hurting. Incredibly,divorce among families of a child with disabilities is over extremely high. It hurts the entire family and community.We,at ASK,are committed to helping our community support these children,by offering guidance and assistance in any way we can. I was told my son would probably never be potty trained,communicate or socialize with his peers. I am so grateful to say,that this was not true. My son is now 20 years old,graduated from high school. He has struggles but has been very successful in finding a fiance,a meaningful life and has many fantastic friendships!" 2. Goals, Objectives and Outcomes(What needs to be done). Supply documentation of the need if it is available. Autism is woefully misunderstood. Comments such as, "Why can't you take better care of yourself?Why do you always interrupt?Why don't you sit quietly and give your mother a chance to relax?" do nothing to improve the situation.Children with autism need diverse,and in some cases,very individualized services.The Campbell's understand this.They gave up their personal possessions in the fight against autism.They are dedicated and totally committed to never resting until no child, or family, is suffering from the damages of this crippling disorder or the fallout from misguided and uninformed public misconception.ASK and Jill's passion to serve is heartwarming and inspiring. 3701 ASK provides: • Autism-specific services, products, equipment and therapies. • Legal assistance and emotional support while navigating the many times confusing, overwhelming,and cumbersome Public-School system. • Monthly Keys-wide rotating workshops on autism awareness,environmental toxins, biomedical treatments, therapies,available resources,Public-School updates,and ever-changing autism-related current events. •A community of volunteer families to support one another through our ever-growing social media outlets, social gatherings,telephone, and email. • Community support and training as well as sensory boxes. • Information through press releases,speaking engagements,social media, conferences, news broadcasts and available resources for autism assistance. • Books and DVDs geared for children and adults • Facilitated,volunteer-run Social Meetings where families and children with autism meet with peers for support and recreational activities. • Financial assistance with professional services to meet deductibles, initial screening expenses,or critical services beyond their ability to pay •Availability by phone,email,or Facebook to talk,answer questions and help in any way we can. 3. Background and Significance(Why the project is important to the community). Autism prevalence figures are growing:The CDC states that autism is now 1 in 36 children.This soaring number, that continues to climb,only motivates us even more to help families find us more quickly!We know that early detection and treatment is the key for our children to be their most successful.We have elevated our social media presence with both Facebook and Instagram,we also have Constant Contact,Simple Texting,and Zoom available for our community. We want to be sure that people can find us and communicate in the format that fits them best.These options continue to help us share the resources we have available.You may have noticed that we have also created a "Local Story of Hope and Success"that we publish widely to bring hope to our community, be transparent in our struggles,share our successes,and encourage each other.While there is no medical detection or known cure for autism,thousands of children have shown significant improvement resulting from early diagnosis and use of effective interventions Until ASK became established,a consistent and structured program of autism education, peer support and educational workshops has never been maintained in the Florida Keys or Monroe County. Hundreds of young people in need are still going unnoticed or untreated. The parents and families of these misunderstood children are often shunned and ignored by otherwise well- meaning and supportive neighbors and acquaintances.These children are often seen as difficult or troublesome. In today's world,these attitudes are distressing yet all too common.ASK's dedication to outreach and education is the beacon of hope that sheds light on this devastating disorder and its tendency to isolate innocent boys and girls from the norms of society. 3702 "Local Story of Hope and Success" i iary,�r i10 , ii J � i 9 t /' � I�ftiYI IYPi ,cm It's one of those moments that every parent of a child with autism is terrified of! 'ere is my child!" lorry a local morn from ara o , had justthat i last week Her son, Eric,had been playing flagfootball on a warm nightat the Marathon CommunityPark e all oft e sudden °c got upset and eloped. Elopement is the wanderingr running away r e environments by childrenwith autism or other relate disabilities.According to the National AutismAssociation children elope are most commonly a to water, the street and the woods and as many as 9%of children ° autism elope. o f is also the number one cause o death for those withautism,so finding those that elope quickly is critical. Fortunately for Nrn and Eric our smatt Florida Keys community is amazing! as absolutely di au er first thoughts to call her friend Deputy Daniels. Daniels is a police officer with Monroe County Sheriffs Office and was immediately able t coordinate a team to start looking for Eric.Sergeant l and Deputy McGraw stayed i e Deputy u rer began e search for Eric. Praise God,a f ice o was off duty, Deputy Mompoint, heard the call and foundis in under thirty minutes about a milea a are so grateful for our partner-ship wi and forthese officers being prepared,well trained,a equipped to ha let is emergency. s shout out to MCSOand all the officers involved in gettingi et ! 4. Target Population(Who will be served specifically?Age? ender? Special circumstances) ASK will provide its critical and life-changing services to any Monroe County/Florida Keys boy,girl or family affected by autism. ASK will also provide support, education,autism awareness and referral services to any individual who is concerned with or seeking services for a loved one with autism.ASK has a 00% nondiscrimination policy and will never turn away those in need for any reason including the lack of ability to pay.There is never a charge for ASK services,workshops, products,or programs® 5® Approach et o ° (How will the project be done?Where will it be one? en?What staffing is required?) ASK is run almost totally with volunteers.The Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Fund donation will go toward direct services and products for individuals and families struggling with autism. Press releases,social media,speaking engagements at civic organizations,fund raising events and grant writing are all parts oft e overall promotional components of ASK. ASK has gown in leaps and bounds since its inception.ASK now has more than 2,000 Face book followers,a corps of 50 dedicated volunteers,and provides services to more than 300 girls and boys suffering with autism and their families throughout the Florida Keys. ASK provides regularly scheduled autism awareness workshops and seminars in Key West, Marathon and Tavernier, 3703 6. Resources and costs. (How much will it cost? Include detailed budget. What other resources are available for the project?Describe the organization's fiscal capabilities.) We appreciate your taking the time to review this much-needed grant request and hope it falls within your 2025 giving priorities. Operating Budget �..... _a.� .... .... . Expenses Suggested Income Funds Fundraising Events ... $30 000 g... ........ --- .—....._—.........�� ......... ....... , .. ._ Me Fundraising Expenses other therapies, $5,000 Monroe County—HSAB $45,000 Fu dical Services: Physicians,ABA and o . ...5, _....... p' $25,000 Foundation,government, $40,000 medical testing, insurance,copays,deductibles mist.grants......_^. r Autism mm........�...� __ _....._ --____-- _m„ Related Specific Products and Assistive $35,000 Ocean Reef Community Foundation $10000 „............ �m._ Technology: Ipads,apes with specific autism MCSO Asset Forfeiture $10,000 apps/software, GPS tracking devices,watches, Total Income $130,000__ electronic sensory devices,headphones.As well a sensory box, sensory backpacks,wristbands,sensory vest, clothing,trampolines,autism designed shoestrings,writing tools,car seatbelts/restraints, swimming lessons/assistive,child friendly autism books and educational material .....rr. Support Group Expenses: Monthly autism awareness $15,000 workshops,training,socials,gatherings and support group,and program director for services throughout the Florida Keys. _ Administrative Cost:This would include our leas e in $30,000 our new office/meeting space, program director(75% program and 25%admin),travel expenses throughout the Keys to reach families,and online fees, zoom, constant contact,texting and accounting services. Contracted Services Bookkeeping,accounting,grant $20,000 writing and management, legal, PR and misc. $130,000 Autism Society of the Keys(ASK) is extremely grateful to able to apply for this year's grant of$10,000. We are respectfully requesting a grant of$10,000 for the 2025 grant year to go toward our designated priority services. We are excited for all the amazing things that are happening in our organization and thankful to request that you partner with us.ASK is growing in leaps and bounds. Your donation of any amount will go a long way in providing services for girls and boys and adults affected by autism and their families.Your donation may also be directed to any of our services or geographic locations as you may desire. 7. Sustainability(For projects that may be asking for funds for more than one year,how will the project be sustained upon termination of this funding?) N/A 8. Financial Statement(Income and expense report for the previous year.) 3704 Autism Society of the Keys Profit and Loss by Tag Group January-December 2023 .m.�..._ .. ... TOTAL Revenue Contributed income Events/Fundraisers 330.00 Individual Donations 22,781.58 Total Contributed income 23,111.58 Grant Income Grants Received 174,070.00 HSAB 22,387.05 Total Grant Income 196,457.05 Total Revenue $219,568.63 GROSS PROFIT $219,568.63 Expenditures Advertising&marketing 3,006.83 Awards&grants to others 5,907.94 Grant for Services 12,894.68 Total Awards&grants to others 18,802.62 Contract&professional fees Accounting fees 5,389.46 Fundraising fees 750.00 Licensing/Administration 273.13 Total Contract&professional fees 6,412.59 Fundraiser Expense 6,824.71 Back To School Program 1,011.82 Gifts/Acknowledgement/Volunteers 196.91 Rotary/Clubs 500.00 Total Fundraiser Expense 8,533.44 Insurance 2,271.67 Meeting Expenses 2,798.55 Socials 13,601.25 Total Meeting Expenses 16,399.80 Occupancy Rent 8,500.00 Utilities 247.00 Total Occupancy 8,747.00 Office expenses Office supplies 4,818.47 Phone Expenses 523.73 Shipping&postage 78.84 Software&apps 1,318.92 Total Office expenses 6,739.96 Payroll expenses Jill Campbell Payroll 18,000.00 Taxes 5,355.00 Cash Basis `ruesday, February 4,2025 09.49 AM GMT-05AM 3705 Autism Society of the Keys Profit and Loss by Tag Group January- December 2023 ........._.. ._......_......._ �_w..... TOTAL .... ... .. .---—-------..----.,. .............. Wages ..... m 70,000.04 Total Payroll expenses 93,355.04 Reimbursements 6,000.00 Sensory Boxes 41.28 Sensory Items/Devices/Apps for Families 16,642.74 Total Sensory Boxes 16,684.02 Travel Car Allowance 6,000.26 Travel/Meal Allowance 2,045.41 Total Travel 8,045.67 Total Expenditures $194,998.64 NET OPERATING REVENUE $24,569.99 Other Expenditures Vehicle expenses Vehicle gas&fuel 1,025.74 Total Vehicle expenses 1,025.74 Total Other Expenditures $1,025.74 NET OTHER REVENUE $-1,025.74 NET REVENUE $23,544.25 Basis "ruesday,February 4, 09.49 A 3706 First Page of the Application: (Limit one page, except as noted below): Applicant Identification Name of Organization: Wesley House Family Services Address: 1304 Truman Ave., Key West,FL 33040 Authorized Representative: Aleida Jacobo, Esq., Chief Executive Officer Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) Greg Wheeler, CFO Telephone: (305) 809-5000 Fax: (305) 809-5010 E-mail: greg.wheeler@wesleyhouse.org Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency [ ] Private, non-profit organization, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)or(4) [ ✓] Title of Project: SAFF Mental and Physical Health Care for Minors and Adults Type of request: ❑Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) ❑Non-recurring funds (e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $7,000 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here ❑ and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? 0 Yes ❑ No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. Wesley House Family Services(WHFS)receives funding from the state through Citrus Family Care Network, Ounce of Prevention and the Early Learning Coalition. This funding is not adequate to provide services and is supported by additional funding from the Monroe County Human Services Advisory Board (HSAB), Knight Foundation, Klaus Murphy Foundation,fundraising and by generous support of other community members. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. (Included in narrative.) This application addresses (please check all that apply): ❑ Law Enforcement ❑ Crime Prevention ❑ Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment 0 Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults ,,❑,,LCultural,Artistic, Educational, Recreational and Sports Progr. :s for Monroe County Youth Please note B Date: 2/5/7-025 .�.. _� Because Sunshine l" ws of the State of Florida apply to these proceedings; any information in this application may be avai. le to the public. 3707 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director, trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature % IT applicant's Name 1p e....Jacobo,..... CEO (Pr 2 3708 Third Page of the Application (Limit of one page): Abstract: A brief summary of the project(who,what,where,why,when, how and how much). Wesley House Family Services (Wesley House) seeks the involvement of the SAFF Advisory Board as a financial partner to address a critical need—the provision of dental and orthodontic services for minors under our care. Wesley House offers a wide array of essential services to children and families in Monroe County, with a strong focus on supporting at-risk youth. We are requesting$7,000 to support the Community-Based Care (CBC) dental care program. This funding will be allocated to oral surgeries and orthodontic treatments for children in the dependency care system managed by Wesley House's CBC Full Case Managers.These services are essential for providing timely and compassionate oral health care in a familiar and supportive environment, helping children who have already experienced significant trauma. Currently, the costs of necessary oral surgeries and orthodontic treatments are covered through past SAFF grants and private funding. Securing additional funds from SAFF will allow Wesley House to continue supporting youth who need braces or other treatments that Medicaid deems outside the "medically necessary" scope, yet which are vital for improving their quality of life and boosting self-esteem. In the 2024 fiscal year, Wesley House spent$12,506 on dental, oral surgical, and orthodontic care for children in the dependency care system that was not covered by other community resources.These children, often from backgrounds of abuse or neglect, represent the most vulnerable population in Monroe County and deserve prompt, high-quality care. We have also partnered with other community organizations, such as the Rotary Club of Key West,to help meet this critical need.Through collaborations and referrals to AHEC dentists for school-aged children, we have reduced emergency dental situations, allowing us to direct more resources toward orthodontic care. With SAFF's continued support, we have successfully funded braces for more children than ever before. While we recognize that SAFF may not be able to accept every partnership invitation, we strongly believe that your financial support will enable Wesley House to continue delivering these vital services. Your contribution will have a lasting impact on the health, confidence, and overall well-being of children in our community who have faced significant adversity. 3 3709 Pages 4 through 9 of the Application: THE APPLICATION Here you should include: A. Introduction. Describe the overall organization, its qualifications relevant to this request,and its capacity to manage the project. Wesley House boasts a distinguished history tracing back to its establishment in the 1920s by the United Methodist Church as a settlement program for the Cuban community in Key West. Evolving into an independent 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization in the mid-1940s, Wesley House has been a cornerstone in addressing the community's evolving needs. In 1971, recognizing the increasing demand for professional childcare, Wesley House pioneered the region's first full-time childcare center, meeting the needs of working parents. Throughout its century-long journey,the organization has consistently expanded its scope to serve diverse needs within the Florida Keys community. In 1989, Wesley House assumed the role of the coordinating agency for all licensed childcare services in Monroe County, overseeing the "school readiness" program for 23 years before transitioning responsibilities to the Early Learning Coalition. In 2005, the organization took on the administration of the child dependency care system across the Florida Keys, known as Community-Based Care. Wesley House programs encompass a comprehensive array of services in the child welfare and dependency care system, including family support and prevention services, full case management for situations involving potential harm to a child, foster and adoptive family recruitment and support, and initiatives such as Healthy Families-Monroe,which focuses on fostering positive parent-child relationships for expectant and new families.The organization also provides high-quality daycare services through its Inez Martin Child Development Center in Key West. The organization's robust capacity to manage programs is exemplified by its unwavering commitment to high standards. The case management scores for Monroe County, administered by Wesley House, rank as the highest in the entire state of Florida.The organization's dedication to quality is evident through various accreditations, including the prestigious Gold Seal Quality Care designation for the Inez Martin Child Development Center. Moreover,the entire agency holds national accreditation from the International Council on Accreditation (COA), signifying adherence to best practices for efficient and effective service delivery. GuideStar has honored Wesley House with a Platinum rating for sound fiscal management, and Charity Navigator has awarded it a perfect 100 score. Wesley House is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors, supported by an Advisory Board, ensuring vigilant oversight of fiduciary and governance responsibilities.The CEO leads daily program service operations, as well as administrative and fiscal functions, cementing Wesley House's role as a premier human service organization in Monroe County. 4 3710 Board of Directors Chair—Julio Torrado, Key West Lorie Leal—Key Largo Immediate Past Chair—Kris Pabian, Key West Sean Brandenburg—Key West Vice Chair—Susan Sikich, Key West Joy McPeters—Key West Treasurer—Pamela Linder, Key West Lissette Quintero—Marathon Secretary—David Smith, Key West Jessica Batty—Key West Madeline Baum—Key West Yvette Talbot—Key West Chris Deem—Key West Nora Hendrix—Miami (SE District United Methodist Women) Maria Pierce—Key West(Local designee for Nora Hendrix) Wesley House has offices covering the Florida Keys in Key West and Key Largo.The Wesley House current budget related to all offered services is close to $8 Million and the agency employs 70+ extremely talented and many multiple certified staff members.These directors and staff submit reports(fiscal, service, and administrative) regularly, as required by all funders. Current Wesley House CBC staff and with Full Case Manager Supervisors, along with Wesley House Finance Department staff, will manage the funds we are requesting in this application. B. Goals,Objectives and Outcomes (What needs to be done). Supply documentation of the need if it is available. The goal of this program is to provide funding for orthodontist work, braces and oral surgery to children in the dependency care system managed by Wesley House's CBC Full Case Managers.These funds will help provide services in a prompt and nurturing manner in a closer-to-home environment for children that have already been through traumatic circumstances. Payment of necessary dental, oral surgical and orthodontic care is necessary to ensure quality of life for the youth benefiting. Funding from the Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Program is matched with private donations to maximize the number of youth who can benefit. C. Background and Significance(Why the project is important to the community). The Community-Based Care Initiative developed by the State of Florida aimed to enhance local community involvement in managing children and families within the dependency care system. This initiative focused on increasing accountability, resource development, and overall performance. Wesley House assumed responsibility for these services in Monroe County in 2005 through its Full Case Management program. Children in the dependency care system, considered the most at-risk population in our county, require prompt dental and medical care upon entering the system. Many of these children come from challenging family environments where essential care may have been neglected, necessitating immediate and, in some cases, extensive dental and orthodontic treatment. 5 3711 Managed by the Community-Based Care Provider(CBC), children in the dependency care system qualify for Medicaid. However, limited options for pediatric dental services in Monroe County, combined with high demand, often lead to delayed appointments. The nearest oral surgeons and orthodontists accepting Medicaid patients are located in Miami. Since orthodontic treatments, such as braces, require ongoing visits, Wesley House works to collaborate with local providers to secure discounts and schedule appointments that minimize educational disruptions. Timely dental examinations and follow-up treatments are essential for a child's health and overall well-being. When children are taken to providers who do not accept Medicaid, Wesley House covers the costs out-of-pocket. The organization has negotiated discounted rates with some providers and continues to seek further discounts on a case-by-case basis. Notably, some of these children had never seen a dentist, or it had been many months or years since their last visit. While prompt dental evaluations are critical for all, approximately 40%of these children require extensive dental and orthodontic services to address years of neglect. D. Target Population (Who will be served specifically? Age? Gender? Special circumstances) Any child, male or female, from birth to 18 years of age in the dependency care system in Monroe County with significant orthodontic needs will be served. E. Approach Method. (How will the project be done? Where will it be done? When? What staffing is required?) Wesley House has two offices on both ends of Monroe County that offer Community Based Care Full Case Management services. Children requiring oral surgical and orthodontic treatment would be identified in each location through regular dental evaluations.The SAFF Community Based Care Dental Program would be administered and tracked by the Wesley House CBC staff and services would be available throughout the year. In addition,the Finance Department would be involved in disbursing, tracking and auditing the Fund. No additional CBC or Finance staff would be required. F. Resources and costs. (How much will it cost? Include detailed budget. What other resources are available for the project? Describe the organization's fiscal capabilities.) There would be no overhead costs associated with this project. All funding would go to direct services; compensating pediatric dentists, oral surgeons, orthodontists, and pediatricians for their services. As previously stated; during fiscal year 2024, $12,506 was expended by Wesley House for children in the dependency care system for dental and orthodontic treatments.This is somewhat more than normal. In addition, Wesley House often provides transportation services to assist in getting children to dental appointments. 6 3712 FY 2025 Community Based Care Dental Services Budget Dental .° 2,,O O00 Total $20,000 If Wesley House is awarded the Sheriff's grant, the payment of necessary dental and orthodontic expenses will not have to come from other essential funding used for quality of life opportunities for children in the dependency care system. Wesley House CBC staff always tries to obtain reduced price structure for dental and medical services from our generous community members. Occasionally, Wesley House CBC staff can arrange collaborative funding assistance for dental, orthodontic, and emergency medical treatments from Voices for Florida Keys Children (Voices), the non-profit arm of Guardian ad Litem. Wesley House procedures require CBC staff to always seek out other available sources for funding, such as Voices, prior to requesting use of funding provided by the SAFF Community Based Care Dental Grant. Regarding our fiscal capabilities, Wesley House employs a Chief Financial Officer, a Controller/Budget Manager and two Accounting Analysts. The Wesley House Finance Department prepares the financial reports for the annual audit, has the capability to pay by electronic funds transfer, operates with a $8 Million budget, and prepares for the Board of Directors a "Month-to-Date" and "Year-to-Date" Revenue and Expense to Budget Comparison Report, a Cash Flow Report, and a Balance Sheet Report. In addition, Wesley House has an approved Cost Allocation Plan and is closely monitored by our funders, the Department of Children and Families and their auditors. G. Sustainability(For projects that may be asking for funds for more than one year, how will the project be sustained upon termination of this funding?) Wesley House strongly advocates for the Community Based Care Dental Program, considering it a fundamental aspect of the Monroe County Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture program. In the event that future funding becomes unavailable, we would be compelled to pursue reimbursement from accounts designated for other essential needs of children in the dependency care system, potentially limiting our ability on what we can provide. Additionally, Wesley House is actively exploring alternative funding sources to support dental and emergency medical care for children within the dependency care system.This initiative aims to supplement the $7,000 requested through the SAFF grant and cover expenses beyond its scope. H.Financial Statement (Income and expense report for the previous year.) The most recently completed Form 990 follows. For further information, contact Michelle Quad, Legal Assistant at(305)292-7020, or e-mail: mquad@keysso.net 3713 Qocusign Envelope ID:9B14A70A-AFDA-489F-A11 B-53FADODOEB54 ** PUBLIC DISCLOSURE COPY ** Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax OMB No.'S45o°47-•,,. Form 990 Under section 501(c),527,or 4947(a)(1)of the Internal Revenue Code(except private foundations) 2023 Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public. Open to Public Department of the Treasury Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information. Inspection Internal Revenue Service - -- A For the 2023 calendar year,or tax year beginning JUL 1 2023 and ending JUN 3011 2024 B Check it C Name of organization D Employer identification number applicable: Address INC. -1change WESLEY .HOUSE FAMILY SERVICES, 0hanae Doin business as 59-0624461 Initial �^^^ return Number and street (or P.O.box if mail is not delivered to street address) Room/Suite E Telephone number Final 1304 TRUMAN_.AVENUE 305-809-5000 return/ atedin City or town,state or province,country,and ZIP or foreign postal code G Gross reeeipts$ 8,.810,6 14. return KEY KEY_WEST,....FL 33040 __. _ H(a)Is this agroup return �t'°or?l"a F Name and address of principal officer:ALE IDA I. JACOBO, ESQ for subordinates? ......=Yes 0 No pending SAME AS C ABOVE (b) H Are all subordinates included?=Yes =NO Tax-exem t status: X 501 c 3 501 c' insert no. 4947 a `1 or 527 If"No,"attach a list.See instructions J Website: WWW•WESLEYHOUSE.ORG H'c' Grou exem ion number K Form of or anization: X ; Corporation TrustL Association Other L Year of formation: 19 7 5 M State of le al d°micile:FL Part I Summary 1 Briefly describe the organization's mission or most significant activities: PROMOTING AND ENHANCING THE v SAFETY,_ WELL—BEING, AND DEVELOPMENT OF CHILDREN r, c c 2 Check this box 0 if the organization discontinued its operations or disposed of more than 25%of its net assets. 15 :0 3 Number of voting body(Part V he 0 4 Number of dependentvot ngtmembers ofgthe govern nghbody(Part VI,line 1 b) 4 15 0 memers of 0 5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2023(Part V,line 2a) ................................................ 5 99 6 Total number of volunteers(estimate if necessary) 6 17 5 7 a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII,column(C),line 12 7a 0. a b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T Part I line 11 ....• 17b 0. Prior Year Current Year —7 0. w 8 Contributions and grants(Part VIII,line 19) ..................................:.:........::......::::: ::. 7 4 6 2 ,17 2. . —. 6 748 mM8 82. v9 Program service revenue(Part VIII,line 2 ) 2 6 9 0 4. 6 3 3 6 8. 10 Investment income(Part VIII,column(A),lines 3,4,and 7d) . ...................... .... 98 , 357. 512 68. 11 Other revenue(Part VIII,column(A),lines 5,6d,Bc,9c,10c,and 11 e) ........................ 12 Total revenue-add lines 8 through 11 must a ival Part VIII column line 12 8 , 194,613 . 7 , 887 5 81. 13 Grants and similar amounts paid(Part IX,column(A),lines 1-3) ................................. 317,637. 3 31 6 21. 14 Benefits paid to or for members(Part IX,column(A),line 4) ....................................... 0 0. w 15 Salaries,other compensation,employee benefits(Part IX,column(A),lines 5 10) ,., ,.... 5,181,265. 5, 400 ,504. 16a Professional fundraising fees(Part IX,column(A),line 11 e) 0. 0. o. b Total fundraising expenses(Part IX,column(D),line 25) 18 r 220. 17 Other expenses(Part IX,column(A),lines 11 a-11 d,11 f-24e) ....................................... 1, 3 7 9 ,107. 1,4 5 8 16 7. 18 Total expenses.Add lines 13-17(must equal Part IX,column(A),line 25) 6, 878 , 009. 7,190 ,292.1 19 Revenue less expenses.Subtract line 18 from line 12 ................ 1, 316 , 6 0 4 697.L289. Beginning of Current Year End of Year C,` 20 Total assets(Part X,line 16) 13 5 6 9 ,667. 14,117 ,777. N ......................................... ...�.-....-.. �...-...,�...,... 21 Total liabilities(Part X,line 26) 594 632. 548 785. 22 Net assets or fund balances.Subtract line 21 from line 20 ......... 12 ,975,035. 13, 568 992. Part Signature 13lock Under penalties of per'uryAjWvP that I have examined this return,including accompanying schedules and statements,and to the best of my knowledge and belief,it is true correct and co Ift INclarA"Af. ' n officer is based on all information of which re arer has any kno I d Sign Signaturdi.l r 1,, Date Here LEIDA I. JACOBO, ES . , CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Type or print name and title Print/Type preparer's name Preparer's signature Date check 0 PTIN Paid ACEY M. UATSOE ACEY M. UATSOE self-employed2/23/24' 01300865 —Preparer Firm's name CL I FTONLARSONAiLLEN LLP Firm's EIN 41—0 7 4 6 7 4 9 Use Only Firm's address 420 SOUTH ORANGE AVENUE, SUITE 9 0 0 ORLANDO, FL 32801 Phoneno.407-802-1200 Ma t For Reduction Notice,see the separate instructions. X 332oai 12-2r-23 LHA Form 990(2 23) 3714 ° °' A��licant Identification. , Name of Organization: Volunteers of America of Florida Address: 850 5th Ave. South, Suite 1100, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701 . Authorized Representative: (name & title) Stephanie Vranich,Vice President, Development and1.0 Outreach : Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) Stephanie Vranich, Vice President, Development and Outreach Telephone: 727-369-8475 Fax: n/a E-mail: svranicll cr.voa-fla.org Type of Organization: (Check One) • State, County or Local Government Department or Agency [] • Private, non-profit organization, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) or(4) [x] Title of Project: Key West Veterans Housing Program Type of request: • Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) [x] • Non-recurring funds (e.g.,capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $10,000 If your request is for multiple year funding, please check here and attach a separate page describing the future plan. n/a Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? • Yes [x] • No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. • Community Foundation of the Florida Keys - $1,000 • Combat Veterans Motorcycle Association Chapter FL 20-5: $2,000 • Home Depot Foundation-Request Pending If your organization has a Board of Directors, please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. See attachment This application addresses (please check all that apply): • Law Enforcement 3715 • Crime Prevention • Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment • Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults • Cultural,Artistic,Educational,Recreational and Sports • Programs for Monroe County Youth Si natuuiu I , Date: Please note. B ��ause Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida Apply to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. 3716 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1.All information included in this application is true. 2.A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director, trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6.No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7.No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules, regulations,or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. S. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal,state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal,state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Al.)plic,tnt's Sag ature ',m Applicant's Name rir, ed) 3717 Third Page of the Application (Limit of one page): AbsLracft A brief summary of the project (who,what,where,why,when, how and how much). Volunteers of America of Florida(VOAF) operates a transitional housing program for homeless veterans in Monroe County, Florida. The program is dedicated to addressing the unique challenges that veterans face, including homelessness, mental health issues such as PTSD, substance use disorders, and the difficulty of transitioning back into civilian life. Key West Veterans Housing Program provides transitional housing and supportive services to stabilize veterans and prepare them for a life of independence. The facility consists of six apartments and can accommodate fifteen Veterans. Program fees are based on income, and Veterans can stay in the program for up to six months. The program is available to homeless veterans with an honorable or general discharge who have a history of alcohol/substance use and/or diagnosed mental health disorders, ensuring targeted support for those with the greatest need. The goal of the program is to provide safe, affordable housing alongside personalized case management services to help veterans stabilize their substance misuse or mental health disorders and achieve long-term self-sufficiency. The program focuses on transitional and permanent housing solutions, facilitating job readiness training and employment to enhance economic stability and independence. VOAF respectfully requests $10,000 to support veteran services in Monroe County. These funds will directly contribute to year-round operations, enabling VOAF to provide housing, case management, and supportive services tailored to the unique needs of homeless veterans in the community. Many veterans arrive with little to no personal belongings, often lacking basic necessities such as clothing, hygiene products, and essential household items. This funding will help ensure that veterans have immediate access to these critical resources upon entry, allowing them to focus on stabilization and long-term success.Additionally, this funding will allow VOAF to contract with a life skills coach to provide targeted training sessions to support veterans in critical areas such as mental health, financial literacy, and independent living skills. This additional resource will directly address challenges identified by program managers, ensuring veterans receive the guidance they need to achieve stability and self-sufficiency. VOAF maintains year-round operations, and funding will be used from July 1 to June 30 of the fiscal year. 3718 THE APPLICATION A. Introduction Volunteers of America of Florida(VOAF) is a faith-based, nonprofit Human Services organization committed to serving veterans, seniors, families, and individuals with disabilities throughout the state of Florida. By focusing on the most pressing needs of these populations, VOAF provides comprehensive services through the Four Pillars of Care: Affordable Housing, Behavioral and Mental Health Services, Veteran Services, and Senior Services. This holistic approach includes offering affordable housing, mental health care, vocational training, and various support services. Annually, VOAF's programs reach over 5,000 individuals, delivering essential resources and assistance to help them achieve stable, productive, and fulfilling lives. VOAF is a leading provider of transitional and permanent housing for homeless veterans across the state. The organization manages housing programs specifically tailored to veterans, offering them immediate access to safe, secure living environments. Annually, VOAF helps over 1,620 veterans experiencing homelessness transition to permanent housing, using the Housing First model to ensure that housing is provided without preconditions. The Key West Veterans Housing Program has been in operation since 2000, B. Goals Objectives, and Outcomes The primary goal of the Key West veterans housing program is to transition veterans from homelessness to permanent housing within 12 months of entry. Veteran Services Objectives • Expand Housing for Veterans: Provide housing and case management services to 1,620 veterans experiencing homelessness or housing instability annually, focusing on transitional and permanent housing solutions. • Enhance Mental Health and Support Services: Conduct 2,000 hours of specialized counseling and resilience training for veterans dealing with PTSD and other service-related mental health issues. • Improve Employment and Training Opportunities: Facilitate job readiness training and employment placement for 500 veterans annually, aiming to enhance their economic stability and independence. Anticipated Outcomes: • A 15% decrease in homelessness among veterans served by VOAF programs, measured through housing retention and placement statistics. • Improved mental health and well-being for 80%of veterans receiving counseling,as evidenced by self-reported surveys and clinical assessments. • Strengthened veteran support networks, with a 50% increase in participation in outreach events and community activities. C.Back ground and SiL,nificance Florida has one of the highest rates of homelessness in the United States, with over 27,000 3719 individuals experiencing homelessness on any given day(Florida Housing Coalition, 2022). Contributing factors include economic instability, rising rental costs, and a shortage of affordable housing. According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition,Florida ranks among the states with the most severe affordable housing shortages,with only 29 affordable and available rental homes for every 100 extremely low-income renter households. Veterans, who make up a significant portion of the homeless population, face additional barriers due to physical and mental health issues,making it difficult to secure stable housing. Seniors on fixed incomes are also at high risk of homelessness, as affordable and suitable housing options are often limited. Without intervention, these vulnerable populations will continue to face housing instability, leading to increased reliance on emergency shelters, healthcare systems, and social services. VOAF's housing programs are essential to providing the stability these individuals need to rebuild their lives. D. Tan!et,,t ul ti n The target population for this program is Veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, including those facing physical and mental health challenges, such as PTSD and substance abuse. This population also includes veterans who require assistance with reintegration into civilian life,job training, and employment support. E. iroach Method The project will be carried out within the framework of VOAF's veteran support program, which operates year-round in Monroe County, Florida. Funding will directly address the unmet needs of program participants, remove barriers, and ensure veterans have the resources required to achieve stability and independence. Many veterans arrive with little to nothing, making access to emergency food, home furnishings, and personal items essential for their stability. This funding will ensure veterans have access to essential resources upon program entry and during their transition to permanent housing, helping them obtain the necessary household items for a stable and secure living environment. Specifically, funding will support critical needs such as purchasing work boots or rubber-soled shoes to begin employment,providing communal bicycles for transportation to work or mandatory AA/NA meetings, or supplying basic essentials like sheets for veterans upon entry into the program. Additionally, funds may be allocated for vouchers for furniture or clothing from the Salvation Army, initial 30-day bus passes for mobility, or essential costs like electrical deposits for veterans transitioning into permanent housing. This funding will also enable VOAF to hire a life skills coach to deliver specialized training to veterans in key areas such as mental health, financial literacy, and independent living. By addressing challenges identified by program managers,this resource will provide veterans with the essential support needed to foster stability and long-term self-sufficiency. This project is staffed by a Program Manager who oversees all services except licensed clinical care, which a Clinician provides. The Program Manager assesses participant needs, manages resource distribution, and ensures effective funding implementation to maximize impact. By addressing these tangible and immediate needs, the project will support veterans in their journey toward self-sufficiency and permanent housing stability. F. Resources and Costs, VOAF programs are supported through a diverse funding strategy that includes individual contributions, grants, and partnerships with corporations, foundations, and government agencies. VOAF has cultivated strong relationships with various supporters to ensure its 3720 services'financial stability, including long-term collaborations with entities such as the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs,the Florida Housing Finance Corporation, and the Department of Children and Families. G. Sustainability The requested funding is a one-time ask to address immediate veteran needs within the program. VOAF's long-term sustainability is ensured through a diversified funding base, including federal and state grants, public-private partnerships, and ongoing donor engagement efforts. 3721 LC/Updated 01/03/25 YV Volunteers ofAmerica� FLORIDA Volunteers of America of Florida Board of Directors 2025-2026 Mr.Joseph S.Rogers Mr.Tommy Goodwin*A>= Mr.David Gates Volunteers of America Florida Volunteers of America of Florida Volunteers of America of Florida Director(Term 03/12/24-03/12/27) Chair(Term 09/19/17-6/30/26) Director(Term 12/12/23-12/12/26) Executive Director UniteclHealth H-9355 11311 Street#8511 SVP Bryten Real Estate Partners LLC H-16499 SW 201'Street Seminole,FL 33775 W-150 2nd Ave N Suite 710 Miramar,FI 33027 St.Petersburg,FI 33701 (Cell)727 470 1771 (Cell)954-609-9177 H-4782 Cains Wren Trail (Office)727 578 2833 joe_rogers@uhc.com Sanford,FL 32771 heyitstommy@gmail.com * Cell:407-790-0200 Ms.April Lewis Ms.Janet M.Stringfellow A+—> dtgates@outlook.com Volunteers of America of Florida President/CEO Volunteers of America Florida (7/1/20-6/30/2027) Betty ViamontesA Director(Term 12/13/24-12/13/27 W-850 511 Ave S#1100 Volunteers of America of Florida Learning and Development St.Petersburg,FL 33701 Director(Term 2022-20251 Consultant/Speaker/Coach H-5279 Isla Key Blvd.,South#308 CFO Lions Eye Institute Lewis Academy St.Petersburg,FL 33715 W-1410 N 21 Street Tampa,FL 33605 C-301-356-5655 (Home)727-369 8484 H-5128 Lake Castle Dr.Tampa, FI 33624 april@aprillewis.com (Office)305 342 3290 (Office)913-289-1200 EXT 816 Mrs.Lucy Colon (Cell)727 823 8286 (Cell)813-766-4544 Board Liaison jstringfellow@voa-fla.org bviamontes@lionseyeinstitute.org (colon@voa-fla.orR Ms.Melody Evans*"— Dr.Debra Thrower* Mrs.Francisca Reed-Johnson Volunteers of America of Florida Volunteers of America of Florida Interim Full Board Treasurer(Term 09/19/17-6/30/26) Secretary(Term 9/14/21-6/30/27) freed r(sIy,a,,Jla„or& Accountant/Resident Counselor Mrs.Pat Norstedt H-5468 Moongate Rd. Faculty Undergraduate Social Work Strategic Plan,Ministry Spring Hill,FL 34606 H-3905 W.Spruce St.Tampa,FL 33607 pnorstedt voa-fla.ore (Phone)863-808-7952 W-4001 W Tampa Bay Blvd Tampa,FI 33614 Mrs.Stephanie Vranich msw.melodv@gmail.com (Office)813-846-SB23 Outreach and Development+> dthrower@tam aba svranl.chr,jvoa fla.org, Mr.Thomas Bowman+> P yrr.com Volunteers of America of Florida Dr.Khary Rigg= Mrs.Mercy Pargas Director(Term 05/19/20-6/30/26) Volunteers of America of Florida Finance and Property^ mgargas@voa-fla ors Former Deputy Secretary Director(Term 3/16/21-6/30/27) Department of Veterans Affairs Professor Mr.Randy Burgan H-1100 North Shore Drive NE Unit 402 University of South Florida Finance and Property^ mburean@voa-fla.ore St.Petersburg,FL 33701 W-13301 Bruce B Downs Blvd (Home)703-338-1890 Tampa,FL 33620 thomasgraybwmn@yahoo.com H-19104 Native Fern Way Tampa,FI Legend: Mr.Ivan Mesa*A=+> (Cell)30S-878-7273 *=Executive Committee Volunteers of America of Florida Rigg@usf.edu A=Finance/Property Committee +=Fundraising Committee—Nominating Vice Chair(Term 05/19/20-6/30/26) Committee Curriculum Designer Mr.Kenneth Maliszewski >=Public Relations/Marketing Hillsborough Community College Volunteers of America of Florida Committee W-39 Columbia Drive Tampa,FL 33606 Director(Term 3/16/21-6/30/27) Upcoming Board Meeting Dates H-20001 Heritage Point Dr.Tampa,FI 33647 Business Project Manager March 11,2025 (Home)813-846-8646 H-9414 N.50th Street,Apt B June 10,2025 (Cell)813-650-7621 Tampa,FL 33617 September 9,2025 December 9,2025 imesasar@hotmail.com (Cell)917-261-1859 kmssc@live.com 3722 GLSource(Master) ANNUAL BUDGET JULY 1,2024 TO JUNE 30,2025 Key West BUDGET $334,854 06-30 25 WW N ...... NS Y KEY V$1f�97808 AL 701 KEYWEST VETERANS APTS-115 UNITS 08 00 r 002 IN KIND CONTki ONS-NON 8.00 DES 0091CONTRIBUTI NS-N N 97CASH $ � 64013 CONTRIBUTIONS-CORPORATI ONS $750 750.00 5502 VA GRA 4NTS-PER DIEM $304,854 304,854.26 6901 CLIENT RENT FEES $30,000 30,000 00 venue.. ..._� _.... ...._.�� .-- $496590 496 590.26 7002 SALARIES_. �&WAGES $117,245 117,244.54 7103 MEDICAL/DENTAL INSURANCE $2,439 2,438.89 7104 PENSION PREMIUMS 7105 OTHER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS $834.... _ ...- 834.26 7106 PENSION PREMIUMS(VOA NAT) $1396 1,395.63 7107 OTHER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS-WELLNESS 9 0. ? 7108 0 90 9,18� they Employee Benef isSA $ 42 7201 EMPLOYER FICA EXPENSE �. $ 63 7202 UNEMPLOYMENT TAXES $824 823.50 7203 WORKMEN'S COMP.&DISABILITY $1,325 4.92 8001 E...,,, 32 MPLOYEE FEES PAID $577 „�577.17 8007 OTHER PROF- � � ESSIONAL FEES $186 186.00 8008 ACCOUNTING&AUDIT FEES $2,317 _ 2,317.02 HEALTH SERVICES $254668 25,324. 0 1 8011 MENTAL HEA� „_ DONATED SERVICES-IN KIND 8018 PROPERTY_ $ _. .. 8...._ ,_._.-. .. .-M ANAGEMENT COSTS $287 287.20 8019 ELECTRONIC MEDICAL RECORDS EXPENSE - _ 810 OFFICE LAUNDRY/HOUSEKEEPING SUPPLIES EXPENSE 1 SEUPPLIES .. .., m $$92220 0 m.._._ 1 29 .78 5 .. 8109 ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSE $33,527 33,527.00 8200 TELEPHONE EXPENSE$654 654 01 8300 POSTAGE&SHIP_PING $26 26.1.. 8403 INSURANCE(G- I � LIABILITY) �. $1410 1,410.06 8405 ELECTRIC $3,584 3,583.63 ... _ mmm_ AT 8406 W ER/SEWER $10,045 10045.44 8407 GARBAGE DISPOSAL .$4;07g 4,077.96 544.26 _. ..8410 PROPERTY INSURANCE $544 8412 LICENSES&PERMITS $150 150.00� L �. wm 8413 BLDG/GRDS MAINTENANCE mmm $40,622 40 621.53 8414 PEST CONTROL $1,333 1,333.33 8415 CABLE... _....... - _-. . .- 1,045 69_ _ TV SERVICE $1;046 9416INTERNET SERVICE�� ___. , - _1$1,607 ,6 6.76 8418 BUILDING E... T�wPU.�.,.5,.�QUIPMENRCHA ED $10,000 -10,000.00 8501 EQUIPMETR T NT RENTAL $191 190.85 8502 EQUIPMENT MAINTENAN�CE $23 22.8 _ 8 8602 ADVERTISING _ $847 847.24 8702 VEHICLE OPERATION/MAINTE NANCE ... $1;586 1,585.73 8703 VEHICLE GAS/OIL $709 ... 708 81 8704 VEHICLE INSURANCE $6,543 �... 6,542 63 -�iO7 VEHICLE LE R 8 LEASE/RENTAL ENTAL $8,400 8,400.00 8750 OUT-OF-TOWN TRAVEL $17,200 17,200.00 . 8800 CONFERENCES MEETINGS&CONF mm .. 9 ..$9,427 9,427 00 $9,263 8905 CLIENT UTILITIES ... �. _ 9,262.5_ 9 9 8909 MISC CLIENT ASSISTANCE $4,935 4,935.44 8912 IENTASSISTANCE-IN KIND $135,618 135,318.00 9403 BANK CHARGES $812 812.16 9412 HUMAN RESOURCES EXPENSES $6,752 _6,__.. ......-..,,_ 751.69 _.. ......_._-F .....�. _ 2 9414 IT COUNTING/FINANCE EXPENSES $6,047 604719413 1 9413 A..._ 3,997.55 2 9500 D„m 2 VOA NATIONAL PROFESSIONAL FEES $76738 7,673 00 „ Expense $516'083 _ 516,082.62. _.Net I (Loss) _$m _ a.. .. 9,492.36) mncome/ 14;492 [l 3723 Monroe County Sheriff's Office Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund q 2025 Grant Application A lrcant Identification Name of Organization: Anchors Aweigh,Club,Inc. Address: 404 Virginia Street Key West,Florida 33040 Authorized Representative: (name&title) Judy Blumenkranz,CEO/Manager Leo Waters,Board Chair Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application), Judy Blumenkranz Telephone: (305)296-7888 E-mail: anchorsaweighkeywest@,gmail.com Type of Organization: State,County or Local Government Department of Agency [ J Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C.501(c)(3) (4) [X] Title of Project: Remain healthy, safe, open and assessable to the community in 2025 Type of request: Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) Non-recurring funds (e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $10,000.00 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here ❑and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? FRI Yes ❑ No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Anchors Aweigh anticipates requesting grant funds from Monroe County Board of County Commissioners Human Set vices Advisory Board in the amount of$20,000 later this year. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names, and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the funds. Supply a separate page here if you like. Please see the Board of Directors list on the last page of this application. This application addresses (please check all that apply): ❑ Law Enforcement ® Crime Prevention ❑X Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment ❑X Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults ❑ Cultural, Artistic,Educational,Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth Signature:... i ? .A":�..,,�l , : .__. . Date: 2/6I2025 Please note:Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida apply to these proceedings,any information in this application may be available to the public. Page 1 of 9 3724 Monroe County Sheriffs Office Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 2025 Grant Application Certification by A:uplicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal,state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director, trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) - convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature: ZZ " eYikvKK ------i y��`.fl�..... anz CEO,`Manager Anchors Aweigh Club,Inc. Page 2 of 9 3725 a Monroe County Sheriff's Office Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 2025 Grant Application ° 2 Ty Abstract The mission of Anchors Aweigh is to provide meeting space for varied 12 Step Recovery groups such as Alcoholics Anonymous, Al-Anon, Narcotics Anonymous, and other 12-step groups as approved by the Board of Directors. Who: Anchors Aweigh Club, Inc. is applying for funding from the Monroe County Sheriff's Office Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund to support operational expenses. As a nonprofit organization with a 3,500+square-foot facility in Key West, Florida, we provide a critical resource for those struggling with addiction and individuals committed to maintaining their sobriety. What: Our facility includes a spacious clubhouse and an outdoor garden area,hosting over 50 weekly 12-step meetings. For nearly 42 years, Anchors Aweigh has served as a cornerstone of recovery in the Lower Florida Keys, offering a welcoming space for both residents and visitors seeking peer-supported recovery. Where: Location of Services: Grant funds will be utilized at Anchors Aweigh Club,Inc.'s clubhouse, located at 404 Virginia Street in downtown Key West,Florida. Why: The increasing prevalence of drug- and alcohol-related overdoses and crimes underscores the urgent need for accessible recovery support. Data consistently shows a strong corrclation between substance abuse and criminal activity,with alcohol and drug use contributing to impaired judgment, increased aggression, and a heightened risk of committing crimes. Our services are essential. Impact on the Community: Anchors Aweigh Club, Inc. is the only facility in the region solely dedicated to addressing substance abuse through structured meetings, education, and a robust support system in a sober setting. By helping individuals achieve and maintain sobriety, we empower them to regain control of their lives,reduce their risk of engaging in criminal activity, and become productive members of society. Our services play a vital role in Monroe County,not only in supporting recovery but also in preventing substance-related crimes and enhancing public safety. When: Anchors Aweigh Club, Inc. first opened its doors in 1983,providing a vital resource for individuals seeking recovery support. In July 2003,the organization was officially purchased by its members and became a 501(c)(3)nonprofit corporation. For over four decades, it has remained a cornerstone of fellowship and recovery in the community.In 2024, in collaboration with the Monroe County Sheriff's Office,we resumed regular outreach efforts to detainees at the Monroe County Detention Center, further extending our support to individuals in need. How: Anchors Aweigh Club, Inc. offers a safe, clean, and substance-free environment for those in recovery. We provide a structured and consistent support system through a minimum of seven daily 12-step meetings, operating 365 days a year from 6:30 AM to 10:00 PM. Page 3 of 8 3726 Monroe County Sheriff's Office Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 2025 Grant Application Funding Request: We are requesting $10,000 in Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund(SAFF) grant funding. These funds will be used to sustain our operations and leverage additional matching funds, ensuring the continued availability of critical recovery services for the community. Page 4 of 8 3727 Monroe County Sheriff's Office Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 2025 Grant Application Application A. Introduction Anchors Aweigh is the only facility of this size, in Key West with capacity to facilitate multiple 12 Step Recovery meetings. A minimum of seven (7)meetings are offered daily, on a 365 day a year basis from 6:30 am to 10:00 pm and address drug and alcohol abuse through a network of support,prevention, and treatment. The clubhouse provides a support system giving individuals an opportunity to regain control of their lives, or maintain their sobriety and avoid involvement in criminal activity paving the way for them to become and remain productive citizens in our community. B. Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes Despite rising costs of goods,insurance,and services,Anchors Aweigh remains committed to keeping concession prices affordable for all guests. This decision results in an annual concession shortfall, which we offset through fundraising events and grant funding. Support from members,the community, and grants such as the Monroe County Sheriff's Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund are vital to sustaining our operations. Our goal is to ensure the ongoing operation of Anchors Aweigh,providing a safe, drug-and alcohol-free environment where individuals can achieve and maintain sobriety through support meetings. Objective, to continue to offer 12 step recovery meetings, from 6:30 am through 10:00 pm 365 days a year. The outcome is increased participation in recovery meetings,reduced relapse rates, and stronger community engagement in sobriety support. C. Background and Significance Anchors Aweigh Club, Inc. is the only 12-Step Recovery Clubhouse in the Lower Keys, offering a 3,500+ square-foot facility and garden space dedicated to providing a safe, anonymous, and supportive environment for recovery meetings 365 days a year. As a vital resource in the Monroe County community,Anchors Aweigh works closely with the Monroe County 16th Judicial Circuit Pretrial and Probationary divisions to support individuals required to attend Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) or Narcotics Anonymous (NA)meetings, fulfill community service obligations, or complete volunteer hours as part of their sentencing or rehabilitation process. Several members also offer meetings at the Monroe County Detention Center in order to help inmates achieve and maintain sobriety. Additionally,Anchors Aweigh partners with the Monroe County Coalition to drive community-wide initiatives aimed at reducing substance abuse and its associated consequences. An active partner of the United Way Community further strengthens our impact by engaging in collaborative efforts that promote long-term recovery and public well-being. Page 5 of 8 3728 Monroe County Sheriff's Office Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 202S Grant Application D. Target Population Anchors Aweigh Club,Inc. serves both residents and visitors of Key West who are struggling with addiction or working to maintain their sobriety. Our services are available to anyone seeking recovery support, including individuals referred to us from the Monroe County 16th Judicial Circuit,Pretrial and Probationary Divisions. We also assist those mandated to attend 12-step meetings, complete community service,or fulfill volunteer hours as part of their presentence or sentencing requirements. Based on our March 2024 attendance survey, we project continued service in FY2025 to a population in which over 40% earn wages at or below the federal poverty level.This highlights the critical role Anchors Aweigh plays in supporting one of the most vulnerable segments of our community. In addition to providing a safe space for recovery meetings, Anchors Aweigh facilitates education, rehabilitation, and social activities for various 12-step groups, as approved by the Board of Directors. While our members remain anonymous,the following well-established recovery groups have been meeting at Anchors Aweigh for 42 years, reflecting the diverse needs of those we serve: Alcoholics Anonymous (AA): A global fellowship offering peer support and a structured 12-step program to help individuals achieve and maintain sobriety. Narcotics Anonymous (NA): A recovery community providing support and resources for individuals struggling with drug addiction,with the vision that every addict has the opportunity for a new way of life. Al-Anon: A support group for friends and family members of individuals with alcoholism, offering guidance through shared experiences rather than direct advice. Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACA): A 12-step program for individuals who grew up in alcoholic or dysfunctional households, addressing the lasting effects of childhood trauma. Overeaters Anonymous (OA): A fellowship that supports individuals struggling with compulsive eating through a structured 12-step recovery program. E. Approach Method All insurance premium payments will be made either with paper check or electronic funds transfer method made to each respective insurance company. Payment will be made prior to the premium payment due dates, as follows: March 1,2025, Commercial Package(Property/General Liability) July 30,2025,Director's & Officer's Liability No additional staffing will be required for purposes of this request. Page 6 of 8 3729 Monroe County Sheriff's Office Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 2025 Grant Application F. Resources and costs During a time when all expenses have increased significantly, we are especially appreciative of the Monroe County Sheriff's Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund grant, and it has been vital to our continued operation. The Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund Grant will be used to defray the cost of operating expenses, including the direct payment of General Liability,Directors and Officers Liability insurance premium expenses as well as the concession employees' wages. Projected Insurance Premium Policy Expenses for 2025 Payment Due Date Policy Type Proectcd Premium Amount 3/l/2023 General Liability $6,065.40 7130/2023 Directors &Officer's Liability $1,117.72 Total Estimated Premiums $7,183.12 Projected Concession Employee's Wages for three 131)„ employees: $110,000 The remainder of the $10,000, or$2,816.88 will be applied toward the estimated$110,000 wages. Anchors Aweigh Club,Inc.'s fiscal capabilities Our Board of Directors and Finance Committee meet monthly to monitor, strategize, and respond to any anticipated or unanticipated financial challenges. This includes fundraising strategies and strict adherence to the FY25 Budget. G.Sustainability The Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund Grant will be used for the direct payment of General Liability, and the Director's Officer's Liability insurance premiums. Any remaining fonds will be applied to concession counter employee wages. Page 7 of 8 3730 Monroe County Sheriff's Office Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 2025 Grant Application 2025 Board of Directors .__ .. .......... . _ .......... ..... ........ . _ _ �........ ... . � A ..........------ Name Position Email Address Telephone Address �__---- ......... - l .w......._ ....-_ _ ... -- ...__._. Leo Waters Board Chair 1eo23011 107� � aiLcom, (615)668-9095 919 Thomas St,KW,FL 33040 _......... _______ . _ _.... �...._ _.. Theresa Faber Treasurer m.... yahoo com (3 ) t f4u007�r�„ OS 747-8556 b16 Elizabeth St#2,KW, FL 33040 ' ... Daniel D.Re�an Secretary daniel rnen(a)me.com (305)304-1510 1277 1st S t KW,FL 33040 _. _ Samantha .... ......... . _' --- _ --- ha Steele Board samanthasteelekw cc mail com (305)509-2867 3729 Cindy Ave,KW,FL 33040 Member Paul Housholder ' Board authoushol„der gtnail.com (260)242-0137 20 Hilton Haven Rd,KW,FL 33040 Member Betina Justice Board Betina.iusticeC&Pmail.com (423)618-8284 825 Georgia St.KW,FL 33040 Member H. Budget Summary(Project Budget Only) BREAKDOWN: PURPOSE: $10,000 for General Liability, Directors' and Officers' Liability insurance Operational Expenses premium expenses and concession counter staff wages which are Necessary to continue operational costs and are necessary for the continued operation of to provide services at the Clubhouse. the Clubhouse. Page 8 of 8 3731 „ _... Key West Botanical Garden Society, Inc. SAFF Application 2025 Organization Profile Name of Organization: Key West Botanical Garden Society,Inc. Address: 5210 College Road,Key West, FL 33040 Authorized Representative: Misha McRAE, Executive Director Contact Person: Misha McRAE Telephone:3 05-296-15 04 Fax: 305-296-2242 E-mail: mmcrae@keywest.garden Type of Organization: Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c 3) Title of Project: Experiential Learning Living Lab for At Risk Students—Bus Transportation Type of request: Recurring funds Amount of request: $10,000 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here and attach a separate page describing the future plan.N/A Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds?Yes From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. The following Grants were awarded for Living Lab in 2024 Dogwood Foundation 11.4.2024 $25,000 Living Lab Edward B and Joan T. Knight Foundation 12.11.2024 $25,000 Living Lab Larry Dion Foundation 10.24.2023 $ 8,000 Living Lab Batchelor Foundation 12.,10.2024 $25,000 Living Lab If your organization has a Board of Directors, please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. Please see attached list: Key West Botanical Garden Board of Directors. This application addresses (please check all that apply): XX Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults Signature . . .. .. S�.. ,.. Date: Please note: Because Sunshine Laws the fate of 1 orida apply to these proceedings, any information in this application may be available to the public. 3732 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: 1. convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or 2. convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature: Applicant's Name: Misha_McRAE —-(Printed) 3733 Key West Botanical Garden Society, .Inc. ExperientialLearning LivingLab Bus Transportation Abstract: Wbo,what, where, why, when, and how much Vfto: Students in Pre.-K.—9th grade from the middle and Lower Keys and Key West including students who are at-risk and economically-disadvantaged. What: The EducationDepartment"LivingLab" STEM/STEAM hands-on experiential learning expansion to the Middle and LowerKeys became possible due to previous year funding for bus transportation, overcoming Monroe County's limited funds for field trip transportation. 1f not for this funding, at-risk students otherwise would.not have access to the experiential learning experience,providing students with knowledge and experimentation of concepts they are learning in the classroom. With your continued support,we will continue to provide transportation t"or bands-on field trips to students in the Middle and Lower Keys to the Living Lab. Where: The Living Lab hands-on experiential learning tak.es place at the Key West Tropical Forest& Botan.ical Garden on Stock Island. by: The "Living Lab" education program was established in 2006 in response to Monroe County's at-risk students and recorded poor science test scores and a lack of STEM learning opportunities. Student need for supplementary science education was first identified in community planning sessions. Teachers serving our planning team have found students need more experiential learning to reinforce their-understanding of the scientific method and improve critical thinking skills as they advance grade levels. "Field trips reinforce `textbook' learning and give kids a chance to see science in action in real life. Hands-on curriculum helps kids make the connections in class," said teachers. The Hybrid Living Lab curriculum meets Florida's Next Generation State Standards (NGSS). Within the first year, there was a noticeable jump in science test scores. In the 2022 2023 school year 13,000+ students participated in our educational programs. Why. ? This.program provides valuable service in highly underserved, economically-disadvantage communities, where students maybe perform.ing below state and national averages in sciences. Tbis program is unique to the community as it asters engagement and experiential leaming. With very few open green spaces left, opportunities for local students to engage in hands-on learning and exploration in a natural. environment are minimal; and the program has a proven track record in engaging local students in high-quality, standards-driven science education. When: The STEAM focused.Living Lab outdoor classroom experience(2 hours)allows the Garden to reach students with multiple learning styles through differentiated instruction. There are seven Living Lab progranis offered based upon grade levels 3'—9'.The program is provided free and is offered October-May,and summer programs each year.The program is scheduled through educators and teachers. an much. Field trip transportation is one of the largest expenses of the Living Lab STEAM education program. The student participation demands continue to grow each year and current funding isn't enough to cover total transportation costs to continue to offer the program for spree in the 2025-2026 school year. The total transportation cost f6r 3500 students to attend the hands on experience Living Lab at the Key West Tropical Forest&Botanical Gardens is$47,600(140 bus trips $340).The bus holds 25 students, Currently the Garden has budgeted$40,000 for transportation, short$7,600 f.br the estimated 3500 students estimated that would participate in the Living Lab field trip experiential learning experience. We are asking the SherifrsAsset Forfeiture Fund for$7,600 to cover 22 bus trips in the 2025-2026 school year. 3 3734 Key West Botanical Garden Society Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Application 2025 Introduction: The Key West Botanical Garden Society(KWBGS)oversees the Key West Tropical Forest&Botanical Garden,Key West,Florida.The Garden is located within one of the world's most important"hot spots"for biodiversity;a significant,biologically rich,extremely fragile region containing high numbers of endemic plants and animal species, threatened with extinction.Founded in 1936 as part of a New Deal Initiative to draw tourists into the economically devastated Florida Keys.Under the governing body of the Key West Botanical Garden Society,founded in 1988, the Garden has flourished and become so much more. General Information on the Garden: ✓ Noteworthy for being the only frost-free tropical forest&botanical garden in the continental United States ✓ Over eight thousand species of flora and fauna along with State and Champion Trees throughout the natural environment ✓ More than 545 species of plants native to the Keys,Cuban and the western Caribbean. ✓ Two-thirds of those species are in cultivation at the Garden—making the collection of plants regionally important. ✓ One of only 3 locations in the Keys that has fresh water. ✓ The two freshwater ponds,Desbiens Pond and the Stock Island Pond,are both natural fresh-water ponds dating back to pre-garden in the 1930's.A documented 223 residents and migrating birds rely on the pond for respite during their migrating journey. ✓ There are 40 documented species of butterflies within the unique natural environment that is open daily to the public. ✓ The importance of the Key West Tropical Forest&Botanical Garden was evident,when in 2022,the City of Key West had a referendum on the ballot to allow the Key West Botanical Garden Society to continue to oversee the Garden with a 99-year lease,passing with a 9 1%approval rate. It is open to the public from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM,seven days a week.The Key West Botanical Garden Society is governed by an all-volunteer board of directors and has been the"keeper of the trees"since 1988. Our Mission: The Key West Botanical Garden Society,Inc.(KWBGS)formed in 1988 to preserve,develop,expand,and maintain the historic Key West Tropical Forest&Botanical Garden as an arboretum,botanical garden, cultural heritage museum,wildlife refuge and educational center.The garden highlights the historical significance of flora that are native to South Florida,Cuba and the Caribbean and emphasize cultivation of threatened and endangered species of the Florida Keys.KWBGS encourages the study of this collection and promotes the benefits of native vegetation worldwide. Recent Accomplishments: 1. The garden is in the second-year Imperiled Plant conservation collaboration with the Fish&Wildlife Commission and Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens to propagate and outplant five species of imperiled plants, sixty in all. 2. Created the Native Orchid Conservation Program in partnership with the Key West Orchid Society and Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden's 1-Million Orchid Project. 3. Added the A in STEAM within the Hybrid Living Lab curriculum by providing a monthly Nature as Art program focusing on children's art 4. Expanded the Nature is Art program by adding creative writing,Plein Aire,and photography workshops for adults. 5. Added five additional endangered&threatened species to the Native Nursery collection inventory including a native variety of species of Mangroves. 6. Positively identified 1 new species of bird in 2024 called the Red legged Honey Creeper(eBird.org). 7. The reach of the Hybrid Living Lab student education program has expanded from 3300 students to 3500 students. 8. Living Lab expanded to include two College based curriculums completed and implemented on Nursery budgeting. 41Pege 3735 Key West Botanical Garden Society Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Application 2025 9. Partnered with the Monroe County Recycle and Waste Management,OF Monroe County Extension Service, SOS,Reef Relief,and the City of Key West Recycle and Sustainability departments creating a compositing research demonstration garden featuring five different methods of recycling in the Florida Keys,a student- based research project,to educate the public about the importance of recycling in the home environment. 10. Started a capital campaign to build a new state-of-the-art Education Center to include offices,conference room, library,classroom,student lab,and storage. Community needs/problems are addressed by this project/organization. Our community is still suffering from the uncertainty of this economic time.Even where learning opportunities for children exist,families are unable to access them due to severs socioeconomic constraints. These factors interact to create a major deficit for students: a lack of hands-on or project-based STEM education,missing opportunities for enrichment and reinforcement of core concepts,an inability to explore their environment and community beyond their immediate surroundings,a safe place to meet and focus their energy. The Garden provides a place where guests, locals,especially students can come,learn,explore nature,and relax during trying times in our world.We directly address this deficit by providing educational opportunities,FREE of charge, for students and families. As a means to help understand how being in nature can lessen their stress,the Garden offers comfort,a way to give back to their community and the world by returning to nature,education on how important native plants are for the environment and their health while learning how to preserve this unique ecosystem. Time spent in nature has proven to provide cognitive benefits,including improvements in mood,mental health, and emotional wellbeing,regardless of how much time one spends outdoors.The educational programs at the Garden keep students engaged with positive reinforcement of healthy choices and keep them off the streets.Exposure to nature can also reduce blood pressure,heart rate,muscle tension,and the production of stress hormones.According to scientists such as public health researchers Stamatakis and Mitchell,it may even reduce mortality. B. Goals,Objectives,and Outcomes(what needs to be done)supply documentation of the need if it is available. KWBGS Education Department Goals:Educate students,residents of the Keys, and visitors around the world on the importance of the 15-acre Key West Tropical Forest&Botanical Garden by utilizing its unique ecosystem as the only frost-free,tropical, natural conservation and wildlife refuge,native plant botanical garden in the continental United States. Through our education offerings,we meet the needs of our community&advance their knowledge,assist with their academic careers,provide advanced literacy skills through various learning opportunities,allow individuals to find their passions,give students a safe place to meet,leading them to take action,make positive life choices,face impending challenges,and become environmental stewards for life.This array of platforms will help meet our goal of engaging 3500 students through in-person field trips or classroom instruction programs and contribute to students'academic careers and continued education. Goals for 2024-2025: • Expand service reach to Middle Keys(Sugarloaf,Big Pine Key,Marathon) • Facilitate volunteer/community service hours for middle and high school students in our Companion Program inspiring students to pursue a green career in the environment or conservation. • Develop&implement new educational content& learning resources videos,worksheets,activity& lab guidelines and instructions,online lessons,&presentations for in-person&online use for schools&nonprofit partners locally&internationally through collaboration with teachers, educators, community organizations. • Expand Nature is Art Children's Art Workshops from a summer program to a monthly program. • Pilot a composting program with lessons& activities for Monroe County students. 5 1 P a g e 3736 Key West Botanical Garden Society Sheriff's.Asset Forfeiture Application 2025 • Develop&implement K-12 Lepidopterology educational materials&resources for classroom instruction,virtual learning&field trips. • Collaborate with local partners on two community service-learning projects. C.Background& Significance: The Key West Botanical Garden Society continues our Lifelong Learning educational components that include: the Hybrid Living Lab STEM/STEAM Environmental Field Trips, in Classroom,and online education programming, Species Spotlight that include reading and vocabulary,Pre-K Story Time, and student community service Companion Program. KWBGS has a history of implementing successful programs for local,at-risk youth. The"Living Lab"education program was established in 2006 in response to Monroe County's poor science test scores and a lack of STEM learning opportunities.The Living Lab added virtual learning in 2020, due to COVID-19 when schools were closed. Today,the Hybrid Living Lab curriculum meets Florida's Next Generation State Standards(NGSS).The age-appropriate STEAM curriculum for Pre-K through ninth grade,including virtual activity videos,presentations and labs,worksheets, and guides, accessible to all students.Living Lab reinforces what students are learning in the classroom, which may increase student science and test scores. The curriculum breaks down high level STEM concepts like conservation, ecology, climate change,water quality, soil science and much more, into interactive and age-appropriate lessons.The content focuses on the terrestrial ecology and native species of the Florida Keys. Hybrid Living Lab curriculums include: K-3rd grade: ✓fr • Using five senses as tools for observation in science. • Living and non-living.Describing the characteristics of living things and explaining how they rely on non-living things. • Pond Ecosystems. Creating food webs to show relationships in a pond ecosystem. ry • Plants parts and classifications Fourth—sixth grade: • Threatened and endangered species.Explain the significance of a species being listed as threatened or endangered. Identify native species within the Florida Keys.Discuss and describe what must take place for native species to thrive in the Florida Keys. • Pollination and pollinators • Water cycle • Plant adaptations • Native butterflies Seventh—eighth grade: Mangrove ecosystems.Describe unique attributes of mangrove ecosystems.Design models to show how coastal erosion is affected by the presence of mangrove ecosystems. Explain and create a display of nutrient cycles and food webs in mangrove ecosystems. Ninth -12`" grade: • Science and the Environment • Biodiversity 6 1 P a g e 3737 Key West Botanical Garden Society Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Application 2025 • Composting. Learn the science of decomposition and the roles of factors such as moisture,temperature,particle size and pH in the process of composting. • Compare and contrast hot composting,open bin/pile,and vermicomposting. • Collect data on existing compost to determine the health/condition of the compost. The Education Department travels to schools for in-classroom lessons, leads hands-on experiential activities on field trips at the Garden&creates virtual programming accessed through our Virtual Living Lab Google classroom all FREE of charge. Your funding will help reduce the rising field trip transportation costs for the Hybrid Living Lab programs. The program continues to give all students with limited opportunities a way to reinforce their school STEAM learning and advance participants'knowledge of conservation and the significance of flora and fauna native to the region. Our hands-on education continues to inspire young minds and shape the future. Virtual resources through Google Classroom have allowed us to share our educational programs not only with the entirety of the Keys but globally providing lifelong learning opportunities about the Florida Keys unique ecosystem all FREE of charge for students, educators,teachers, and all individuals.All curriculums can be modified to meet the needs of multiple learning styles and age groups.During the 2023-2024 school year, �'��r� ", 3,018 students participated online in the Hybrid Living Lab programs. ii iy The combination of virtual learners,in-person classroom,and field trip STEM/STEAM programs had 1,384 students from Pre-K to 91'grade. Participation in community outreach resulted in engaging 1,500 local students, supporters, learning and community partners.The Education Department created and shared twelve custom lessons&learning resources that align with NGSS standards, free of charge,for our google classroom,thirty-two educational videos, activity,and lab materials.The summer Nature is Art Children's Art program had 134 participants. With amour funding;in the,w2025 -2026 school year,the Living Lab Lepidopterology Program will provide students in grades 7 9 the opportunity 5 learn about the importance of pollinators to the environment while helping to replenish the Zebra Longwing Butterfly(Florida State Butterfly)that was diminished in the Florida Keys during Hurricane Irma.The new approved curriculum will include hands-on experiential learning within the biome. Storytime meets every Tuesday from 10-11am.It is a reading program perfect for Pre-K to third grade students and features stories,vocabulary building,crafts, and activities. This program is hosted at the Garden. http;//www� outube.com/1 Wist?list=PLG3wPlDnine2T90foKSDOzu3VPgDacWoH(supportingdoc2). Species Spotlight is an online program featuring native plants,trees,flora,and fauna that are located within the Key West Tropical Forest&Botanical Garden.A video of a featured species and an information sheet/worksheet is posted with this video on our Google Classroom.A new component, ponent of this program is intended to include literacy activities that help ,ommq students learn new vocabulary words and environmental. concepts.http ://www.woutube.com/plalist?list= G3 PLwPlDnne2 ZmdAGJFVMMN2;eNESbvZsupportingdoc2), Scientists' components are a variety of activities within the Garden and out in the community. The Companion Program engages up to fifty middle and high school student volunteers to be"Garden Companions" assisting the Native Plant Nursery with daily plantings,propagating, and maintaining the grounds.Meeting each Saturday for three hours during the school year,the program's premise is based on training the students with a goal of gaining transferable skills to carry into their future,peer driven education,earn mandated community service hours,as well as an understanding of our environment and unique habitat.Working alongside education and nursery staff,these volunteers gain communication skills and leadership opportunities by training/mentoring new students volunteers. Other skills gained 71 P age 3738 Key West Botanical Garden Society Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Application 2025 include Nursery organization and maintenance, collection,and cleaning of seed and other plant materials,plant propagation,transplanting and repotting while learning about native plants and identification, Florida Keys geology and hydrology and invasive plant identification. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: The Companion program seeks to provide students with: • STEM and STEAM-based education and career exploration • Leadership experience and 21'century skills • A safe,structured activity that accrues community service hours. • A sense of agency and importance in their community Education is an important part of the Key West Botanical Garden Native Plant Nursery.It provides workshops, discussions,and tours for school groups, Garden Clubs, and guests.It is a platform for events and Education Department programs. The purpose of this funding request includes assistance covering transportation costs to continue building capacity for the Living Lab program by expanding the hands-on experiential learning program to schools in the Middle and Lower Keys,providing round-trip transportation.The Garden estimates three hundred additional students from schools in the lower Keys, including Sugarloaf, the Middle Keys,Big Pine Key&Marathon,FL.,will be allowed to experience the Living Lab program for the first time. Names and brief description of roles of partners on this project.The Garden partners include: Monroe County School District,charter, and private schools in coordinating classroom and field trip participation,Lower Keys Zebra Longwing Project(provides knowledge/assistance with our Zebra Longwing program to reintroduce them into the Key West since Hurricane Irma diminished them),College of the Florida Keys 1 st year college course focused on Eco Tourism, the Key West Art Center(Provides artists for the Nature is Art program),Key West Orchid Society& Fairchild Tropical Botanical Garden(Assist with establishing an Orchid Exhibit at the Garden),Tourist Development Council(Advertising/Marketing funds). D.Target Population: The Living Lab focuses on underserved populations.Monroe County Schools enrolled 8904 students in 2024-2025 school year identifying 14.5%percent of students are African Americans; 39.9%are White;41.2%Hispanic/Latino and 3% multiracial; 1.2%other.We serve youth in other at-risk categories including 3.2%that are homeless; 10.88%immigrants, 12%English Learners,and 51.89%eligible for free or reduced lunch,Monroe County population is 805,808.The city of Key West population is 25,816 and is the County Seat. These factors interact to creating major deficits for students: a lack of hands-on or project-based STEAM. education,missing opportunities for enrichment and reinforcement of core concepts,and an inability to explore their environment and community beyond their immediate surroundings.KWBGS Education programs directly address these deficits by providing educational opportunities,FREE of charge,for students and families. The Living Lab primarily serves students Pre-K—12t1i grade, local to Key West&Lower Keys.Monroe County School District statistics report students are from thirty-seven countries speaking twenty-two languages, 19%Black,Indigenous &people of color,2.2%homeless,24% English learners& 56% on free or reduced lunch. E.Approach/Method: The Living Lab STEM hands-on experiential learning takes place at the Key West Tropical Forest&Botanical Garden, 5210 College Road,Key West,FL.The program is two(2)hours long and has seven age-appropriate curriculums for students in first through 9th grade&first year college students. Living Lab is available September—May of each school year,and a summer program coordinated with other organizations. Garden educators travel to schools for in-classroom lessons and then lead place-based field trips at the Garden. 8 1 P a g e 3739 Key West Botanical Garden Society Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Application 2025 F.Resources and Costs The Education Department budget for 2024-2025 is $135,204. Currently,the Garden has$40,000 budgeted for roundtrip Bus Transportation.We are asking the Sheriff's Asset Forfeiture Fund to provide a grant of$7,600 to meet our budget goal. Our goal is to have 3,500 students participate in Living Lab hands-on field trips.The total cost of transportation based on 3500 students is$47,600(140 bus trips 25 students per bus=3500 students)at a cost per bus roundtrip of$340 ($340 x 140 trips=$47,600). Please see below the list of KWBGS funders/focus areas for the Education Department.The Key West Botanical Garden Society has a total budget for 2024-2025 of$624,814.Under the leadership of Misha McRAE,Executive Director(12 years),the garden continues to grow,adding innovative programs and developing new financial resources to continue the educational programming the Key West Botanical Garden Society is committed to. Funders—2024-2025 FL. Dept of Cultural Affairs 06.30.2024 $6,802 Living Lab SAFF 06.07.2024 $1,071 Living Lab Dogwood Foundation 11.4.2024 $25,000 Living Lab Edward B and Joan T. Knight Foundation 12.11.2024 $25,000 Living Lab Larry Dion Foundation 12.1.2024 $8,000 Living Lab Batchelor Foundation 12.10.2024 $25,000 Living Lab Tourist Development Council Monroe Cty 10.01.2024 $30,717 Advertising G.Sustainability: The Key West Botanical Garden Society is committed to life-long learning.As mentioned,this program has existed since 2006 and is ongoing.The need for funding arises each year to continue our goal to offer the Living Lab FREE to all students based on the previous year's revenues and expenses for the Living Lab program. H.Financial Statement: Included in package. 9 1 P a g e 3740 Key West Tropical Forest& Botanical Garden Profit and Loss July 2023-June 2024 Jul 2023-Jun 2024 Total Revenue �...-....-.._._. 50103 Gift Shop Sales 0.00 0.00 50104 Service Sales 0.00 0.00 60201 Donations/Grants-Restricted 18,358.60 18,358.60 60202 DCA-Div of Cultural Affairs 36,970.00 36.970.00 50204 EPAC 30,168.94 30,168.94 50205 Dogwood 32,797.00 32,797.00 60207 H.Irma Donations 3,790.75 3.790.75 50208 Edward and Joan Knight Foundation 25,000.00 25.000.00 60213 Batchelor Foundation-Educatio 25,000.00 25,000.00 50217 Visftor Center 100.00 100.00 50219 Education 11.943.00 11,943.00 60220 Nursery 1,058.80 1,058.80 60226 Florida Humanities Council 500.00 500.00 60228 Children's Art Program 400.00 400.00 Total 60201 Donations I Grants-Restricted 5 186,087 09 E186,087.09 60301 Donations.Unrestricted 100.00 100.00 60302 Tribute Program 4,100.00 4,100.00 60303 Annual Fund 75,400.21 75,400.21 60304 Group Donations 4,943.00 4,943.00 60306 Membership 21,755.00 21,755.00 Total 60301 Donations-Unrestricted $ 106,298.21 $106,298.21 60401 Program Income 0.00 50402 Gift Shop Sales 14.389.15 14,389.15 50403 Visitor Center Gate 134,318.63 134,318.63 Admission Paid by Venmo 268.00 268•00 Total 50403 Visitor Center Gate $ 134,586.63 $134,686.63 50404 Plant Sales 13,613.38 13,613.38 Total 60401 Program Income S 162,589.16 5762,589AS In-Kind Income 0.00 60381 In-Kind Income-Donations 209.88 209.88 Total In-Kind Income $ 209.88 $ 209.88 Minor AIR and AIP Charge Off -0.10 _0A 0 Other Income 0,00 50531 Facility Rental 4,498.75 4,498.75 60906 Interest income 24,763.70 24,763.70 Total Other Income $ 29,262.46 $29,262.45 Services 2,287.50 2,287.50 Special Events 0.00 Event Income 0.00 60601 TDC Cultural Grant 21,884.85 21,884.85 50602 General Admission 5,671.D0 5,671.00 50604 Donations 12,306.D0 12,306.00 60607 Sponsorships 6,500.00 6,500.00 60608 Vendor Fees 2,415.00 2,415.00 60609 Contest Entry Fees 50.00 50.00 60M Auction Revenue 4,31&00 4,316.00 50911 Food&Beverage Donations 1,283.00 1,283.00 Total Event Income $ 54,426.85 $54,426.86 Total Special Events _$ 54,425.86 b 64,426.85 Total Revenue $ 641,160.04 $641,160.04 Cost of Goods Sold 60604 Cost of Goods Sold 6,421.02 6,421.02 Total Cost of Goods Sold S 6,421.02 6 6,421.02 Gross Profit $ 634,739.02 $534,739.02 Expenditures 50904 Fundraising 0.00 0.00 60710 Accounting&Audit 9,411.98 9,411.98 60716.1 Advertising&Marketing 0.00 90715 Advertising 11,653.33 11,653.33 60886 Printing&publications 144.00 144.00 Total 60715.1 Advertising&Marketing -$ 11,797.33 $ 11,797.33 60740 Depreciation 0.00 0.00 3741 Key West Tropical Forest& Botanical Garden Profit and Loss July 2023-June 2024 Jul 2023-Jun 2024 Total _... _..........--� 60780 Electronic hardware&software 9.303.18 9,303.18 60770 Employee Travel 655.98 655.98 60776 Facility Rentals 725.00 725.00 60785 Hardscape 902.96 902.96 60811 QuickBooks Payments Fees 357.17 357.17 60870 Professional Services 26,979.84 26,979.64 60871 Prof Servles&Contract Labor 200.00 200.00 60885 Repairs&Maintenance 9,477.00 9,477.00 60891 Operating Expenses 0.00 60725 Bank Charges 4.44 4,44 90735 Credit Card Fees 4,457.35 4,457.35 60745 Dues&Subscriptions 2,784.96 2,784.96 60760 Educational Materials 1,758.02 1,758.02 60816 Insurance f Risk Mgmt 19,408.94 19,408.94 60830 Licenses&Fees 464.40 464.40 60836 Meetings 2,417.24 2,417.24 60840 OnCell 1,680.00 1,680.00 60860 Payroll&HR Services 12,214.95 12,214.95 60860 Postage&Shipping 183.90 183.90 60890 Supplies 13,423.02 13,423.02 Total 60891 Operating Expenses S 68,797.22 S 58,797.22 60898 Website 1,605.13 1.605.13 60905 Transportation 3,284.00 3.284.00 Event Expenses 45.11 45.11 60810 Promotion 56.00 56.00 60611 Educational Materials-Events 214.69 214,69 50612 Rentals 413.96 413.96 60616 Advertising Events 2,939.48 2,939.48 60620 TDC Reimbursable Out of County 25,168.00 25,168.00 60621 TDC Reimbursable In County 16,029.33 16,029.33 Total 60615 Advertising Events $ 44,136.81 $44,136.81 60616 Suppiles-Events 4.846.56 4,846.66 50617 Postage 17.10 17.10 60619 Food&Beverage Expense 1,810.91 1,810.91 Total Event Expenses E 51,641.14 b 61,641.14 General&Admin 0.00 Supplies 206.46 206.46 Total General&Admin $ 206.46 $ 206.46 In-kind Expense 0.00 608061n-Kind Expense-Donations 209.88 209.88 Total In-kind Expense S 209.88 $ 209.88 Public Awareness 0.00 Supplies 37.60 37.60 Total Public Awareness -S_,,,._ - - 37.60 $ 37.80 Salaries&Wages 0•00 60765 Employee Benefits 787.87 787.87 6084E Payroll 273,584.48 273,584.48 60866 Payroll Taxes 26,895.33 26,895.33 Total Salaries&Wages $ 301,267.68 $301,267.68 Utilities 0.00 60756 Electric 6.798.19 6,798.19 60895 Telephone&Communications 6,439.23 6,439.23 60915 Waste Management 8.432.54 8,432.54 60920 Water&Sewage 13.015.01 13.015.01 Total Utilities $ 34,684.97 $ 34,684.97 Total Expenditures S 621,444.62 E621,444.52 Net Operating Revenue $ 13,294.60 $ 13,294.50 3742 ap U04 l) O O CD O o 0...a v v oo O o 0 0 0 0 o N LL• m M m m m m N M m m m m M m m m M M m m m m m M m m P,, N J LL LL J. 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Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? EZYes E]No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. Please see attached This application addresses(please check all that apply): El Law Enforcement []Crime Prevention E]Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment E]Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults Cultural,Artistic,Educational,Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County You Signature: ... ...... ......... ..... Date: 25 ................................ Please not�A5?1ecaus, unshine Laws of the State of Florida apply to these proceedings;any information in this application may be available to the public. 3744 herebycertify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer,director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or ) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared efit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction i which the applicant is located or operates. . Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with y federal,state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applic is Signa re: m � ,. ...Applicant's NameAnthonyuiver Anthon C (Printed) 3745 Abstract: A brief summary of project(who,what,where,why,when,how and how much).Umit I page. The Heart of the Keys Recreation Association aka Marathon Recreation Center is respectfully asking the Monroe County Sheriffs Asset Forfeiture Fund for a grant of$10,000.00 to help with program expenses for our afterschool and summer programs for Middle Keys youth of Monroe County. The Center was established in 1993 as a 501(C)3 non-profit teen center.The Rec Center as it's affectionately called now offers programs for ages 8-18 years old with a strong focus on positive youth development.Through the afterschool program children and parents have an opportunity to engage in safe and positive activities that will undoubtedly put them on a bridge to success.We know that after the school bell rings it can result in an unsafe time for many young people,as they are going home to an unsupervised dwelling until their parents return from work.We want our children to have options beyond the school bell to learn skills and build self-esteem that will help them to make smart decisions while also empowering them to be a catalyst for positive change."Our youth is the canvas upon which the masterpiece of tomorrow is painted"as they are the future.We believe if we can" keep the fire within the hearts of them"they can brightly light the path to success for themselves and others. Most children in afterschool programs attend school more often,achieve better grades and are more likely to graduate and attend college or seek a trade.More importantly they are less likely to use drugs or alcohol.Our After-School and summer programs offers also homework assistance,book clubs, computer research and games along with a host of supervised activities.Additional activities include billiards, board games,arts and crafts,video games,movies,Ping- on g and table hockey. Dances are sometimes held on weekends for teens and Friday Fun its are held for children in grades three through six.Special events such as talent shows,skits,and youth seminars are also hosted by the Center.Cultural and educational activities include nightly dance classes featuring ballet,jazz,tap,and hip-hop. Field trips during the summer program to museums,zoos,water parks and other fun attractions helps to broaden their horizons and give experiences that may not be possible without participation in our programs. For some the experiences of our programs serves as an official summer vacation. Vol I unteer professionals and community members help throughout the year providing valuable information and mentorship as guest speakers on topics concerning safety; health;drugs and alcohol; and careers.The center's programs successfully provide members opportunities to improve their education, physical fitness and confidence to assume leadership roles in school and their community. The Marathon Recreation Center strives to reach the most vulnerable youth by helping the to meet the challenges of adolescence and adulthood.In any cases,these programs are life-changing,and life-saving,not only for the children,but for the parents,families and communities of the Middle Keys as well.The Marathon Recreation Center continues to provide services to all economic classes,races and genders. Clients are referred primarily by school counselors,teachers,Wesley House Family Services,Department of Children&Families,the Guidance Care Center,the Domestic Abuse Shelter,parents,law enforcement,former and current clients and/or any concerned citizen or organization.The center knows that youthful enthusiasm is the spark needed for growth and believes in enabling all young people,especially those who need guidance the most,to assist the in reaching their full potential as productive,caring responsible,law abiding citizens.The support this grant provides is very vital to sustaining the programs that we offer and your funding will help to pay program expenses such as field trips,transportation,salaries,recreation and educational games,and equipment.Our official request is for$10,000.00 3746 o THE APPLICATION Here you should include(limit six pages): A. Introduction. Describe the overall organization,its qualifications relevant to this request,and its capacity to manage the project. The Marathon Recreation Center,a 501c3 non-profit organization,offers a safe and drug-free environment for the underserved youth of the Middle Keys. Our recreational activities are provided year-round and offer school-aged students a positive place to engage in healthy,socially invigorating activities. Marathon Recreation Center's programs include basketball,kickball,flag football,dodgeball and volleyball along with mentoring and self-improvement activities. The after-school program features homework assistance,book clubs,computer research and games along with a host of supervised activities that occur on the Center's secure property. Additional activities include billiards, board games,arts and crafts,video games, movies,Ping-Pon g and table hockey. Dances are held on weekends for teens and Friday Fun Nights are held for children in grades three through six.Special events such as talent shows, skits,youth seminars are also hosted by the Center. Cultural and educational activities include ballet,jazz,tap and hip-hop dance.Field trips to museums,zoos,water parks,and other fun attractions. Volunteer professionals and community members provide valuable information as guest speakers on topics concerning safety,health,drugs and alcohol,and careers.The Center's programs successfully provide members opportunities to improve their education,physical fitness and confidence to assume Leadership roles in school and their communities.The center has partnered with the Department of Juvenile Justice programs to help train our youth in leadership skills,while also providing community service projects that will help to prevent underage drinking,substance abuse and bullying. The Marathon Recreation Center strives to reach the vulnerable youth of the community by helping them to meet the challenges of adolescence and adulthood. In many cases,these programs are life- changing, not only for the children,but for the parents,families and communities of the Middle Keys as well. The Marathon Recreation Center continues to provide services to all economic classes,races and genders,and receives referrals from public and private schools as well as Wesley House Family Services, Domestic Abuse Shelter and Guidance Care Center. With the financial support of the Monroe County Sheriffs Office,the Marathon Recreation Center will continue to supply these critical services to the community's at-risk and underserved young people from 8 to 18. any of the assisted youth have one on to become community leaders,business leaders, and positive role models themselves.Together we are building stronger communities. B. Goals,Objectives and Outcomes(What needs to be done).Supply documentation of the need if it is available. The Florida Keys is a wonderful place to raise a child,but it is also one of the costliest. Monroe County parents are hard pressed to pay for afterschool care for their children with the high cost of living and struggles with affordable and available housing. it is difficult to sustain their households and without affordable nurturing afterschool care, our youth would be at an extreme high-risk for 3747 exposure to sexual and on-line predators,drug deals,and other crimes.A report by"Fight Crime:A Time of Risk To A Time Of Opportunity; Invest in Kids"finds that afterschool programs play a vital role in turning hours between 2 pm and 6 pm into a time of opportunity for young people. When schools are closed but many parents are still at work afterschool programs are keeping kids safe and inspiring them to learn. Marathon Rec Center helps to relieve them of the dangers and concerns through a dedicated and focused program of caring,camaraderie,structure and positive leadership. Working parents are thrilled to also have an extremely low cost alternative to leaving their children unattended or in homes by themselves during what the Department of Juvenile Justice reports as the danger zone. Having the stability of childcare will give a family tools needed to overcome obstacles that might otherwise interfere with their personal development and growth. it is known that educated people are more resilient to change economically,environmentally and personally. We aim to create a sense of belonging and build self-confidence,while improving social skills,also providing academic support and safety while supervising activities. By inspiring learning while also keeping kids safe,and giving working parents'peace of mind along with affordability,kids will discover themselves and the things they love to do,which will help them to make good choices and avoid risky behaviors. Instead of churning out law-breakers,school dropouts,low-self-image children and school-aged children destined to challenging futures,the Marathon Recreation Center is here to protect and nurture them.We believe in positive youth development and empowerment. Without financial assistance from the Monroe County Sheriffs Office,we will be hard pressed to meet the needs of these children of hard-working parents. Our goal is to continue to build a larger and more diverse array of funding sources and opportunities,without raising the cost of our services to the already struggling working-poor families. C. Background and Significance(Why the project is important to the community) With the competition for jobs increasing,a good education and crime free life has never been more important. Dropout students earn less, pay less in taxes,and are more likely to turn to welfare. Every dollar invested in dropout prevention returns$2 to$4 to the community. Increasing the graduation rate by 10 percent can prevent up to 500 homicides and 22,864 aggravated assaults. High School dropouts are three times more likely to be arrested and eight times more likely to spend time in jail or prison than graduates. Incredibly,a 10 percent increase in the graduation rate produces a 20 percent decrease in violent crime.When we invest properly in our youth the return is much greater it helps to benefit our community as a whole. In other reports:after-school hours are the peak time for juvenile crime and experimentation with drugs,alcohol,cigarettes and sex.(Source: Bureau,Urban Institute Estimate)(Fight Crime: Invest In Kids).The hours are between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.on school days(referred by law enforcement officials as a "danger zone")is also the time period during which kids are most likely to become victims of violent crime.Statistics from the Schott 50 State Report on Public Education and Minorities show that on average 47%in the U.S.do not graduate from high school. The need in Monroe County for the Marathon Recreation Center is vital. It is no coincidence that, although we provide services to all who need them,the Marathon Recreation Center is within walking distance of several very high-risk neighborhoods in Marathon and adjacent to Switlik School. 3748 Staggering numbers of working parents are forced to make tough choices between basic childhood needs,groceries,overall household budgets and childcare costs.The entire Board,two-person staff, and volunteers at the Marathon Recreation Center are committed and passionate about providing the people of Marathon and Monroe County with a successful,established program to keep kids off The streets and out of trouble beyond the school bell.Together the Monroe County Sheriffs Office and the Marathon Recreation Center has positively impacted a large number of past youth in our community.We look forward to continuing the work we've all one in helping to make a positive difference with our current youth and challenges within our community. D. Target Population(Who Will be served specifically?Age?Gender?Special Circumstances) Simply stated;our target population is all "at-risk`or"economically disadvantaged"youth ages 8 to 18 years. E. Approach Method.(How will the project be done?Where will it be done? When?What staffing is required?) Marathon Recreation Center is located at 810 33rd Street if(adjacent to Switlik School) Hours 3 p.m.—6 p.m. 11:30 a.m.—6:00 p.m. (School Early Release Days)6 p.m.—9:00 8 a.m.—5 p.m.and 7 p.m.—10 p.m.during Summer Program Various times,as necessary,which vary according to special activities and field trips. Other than activities that involve motorized transportation,all of our activities are carried out on the Center's property.Anthony and Diane Culver are the only paid staff.The Board is made up of volunteers who provide financial contributions as well as time and labor. Marathon Recreation Center utilizes many diverse volunteers. F. Resources and costs.(How much will it cost?Include detailed budget.What other resources are available for the project?Describe the organization's fiscal capabilities.) The total annual operating budget for the Marathon Recreation Center is$135,000 Our request to the Monroe county Sheriffs Office is for$10,000. Your generous financial support will partially pay for program expenses,field trips,transportation costs,educational events,salaries, educational supplies,and recreation equipment. This request is only for partial funding of these items. Marathon Recreation Center has a number of major and smaller donors to make up the bulk of the financial support necessary to run the operations of the center.These funders include Monroe County Board of County Commissioners,the City of Marathon and the United Way of the Florida Keys.Along with these funders,the Marathon Recreation Center also receives donations and financial support from local businesses,individuals, Board of Directors and fundraising events held throughout the year. Here is a budget of proposed critical expenses relating to this grant proposal follows: Estimated Total cost Program Salaries $20,000 Field trips $9,000 3749 Transportation Cost $15,000 Summer Camp/Prgm. Expenses $18'5OO Computer Equipment&materials $500 Playground Equipment/games/basketballs $4,500 Reading/educational materials/supplies $3500 Total: $71,000.00 Request from MCSO SSAFF $10,000.00 G. Sustainability(For projects that maybe asking for funds for more than one year, how will the project be sustained upon termination of this funding? The Marathon Recreation Center is asking only for funding for this year. H. Financial Statement(Income and expense report for the previous year.) See attached 3750 Heart of the K I eys Recreation Association,Inc.aka Marathon Recreation Center 2025 Grant Application Financial Statement Attachment H Financial Statement(income and expense report for previous year) Revenue: United Way $5250.00 Solicited Grants(Monroe County SAFF) $3900.00 Donations/Fundraisers $40,505.00 Monroe County HSAB $50,000.00 Program Fees $30039*00 Total Revenue $129,694.00 Expenses: Program Staff:(2 paid and balance volunteers) $83589.00 87.5%of total salaries(addition of part time assistance) Taxes/PR Insurance $1499.00 Program Expenses Inc.field trips,transportation,summer etc. $48575.00 Professional Fees $1500.00 Office Supplies $1188.00 Program Equipment/Materials $ T9t0_Kg,pgnse-s $136351.00 Revenue Less Expenses -$6657.00 3751 Heart of the Keys Recreation Assoc., Inc.aka Marathon Recreation Center Funds Requested By Agency HSAB Grant$50,000 Awarded grant for FY24-25 in the amount of$50,000 will apply Fy25-26 SAFF Grant$10,000 Awarded grant for FY24 in the amount of$3900.00 will apply FY25 United Way 5250 Awarded grant for 202 -25 in the amount of 5250(will apply again) 3752 Heart of the Keys Recreation aka Marathon Recreation Center Board of Directors Names Addresses Elected Terms Telephone Numbers Maria Banks Pres. 1007 W.75th Street 10,tj 024 2yLa 3054810898 Grimilda Betancourt V. Pres. Overseas Hwy. 10/1/2024 2 yrs 3057433414 Kelly Qualls Sec/Trea Tuskeegee Street II0IdLU,,,2Q,'?4 3052892490 Paul Davis Director 200 36th St.Ocean 10/1/2024 2 yrs 3057436598 Christina Rodriguez Director Marathon FL 2/1/2024 3059224769 3753 Applicant Identification 0 Name of Organization: independence Cay Address: 1669 Overseas Hwy., Marathon, FL 33050 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 500286, Marathon, FL 33050 Authorized Representative: Marjorie Roberts, Exec. Director Contact Person: Marjorie Roberts Telephone: 305-393-6621 Fax: NA Email htabe_rt _ il. _QM Type of Organization: Private, Non-Profit 501©(3) Title of Project: Homeless Supports Increase Self-Sufficiency Type of Request: Recurring Funds Amount of Request: $8500 Request is for: Single Year only Willing to submit to this Board a full accounting: YES-and we are audited annually Funds from Other Groups: See attached list Board of Directors: See attached list This application addresses: 1)Crime Prevention 2) Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment 3) Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults 4) Law Enforcement 1 Sig alure;„<,n r / i Date: 3754 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director, trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9m Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature: � Name................ .� ' � s . ..� _ � (Printt ) 3755 m Abstract:WHO: Independence Cay is committed to assisting homeless individuals living or at risk of living in the streets and mangroves. Many have just Lost or just started work.Some have recently been released from jail,a hospital,or a mental health/addictions hospitalization.Sometimes,family separation has led to homelessness. Many are chronically homeless.The homeless people who come to Independence Cay for help most often have no other support in their lives. Law enforcement and Probation Services often request assistance for this structured housing and other services to improve a client's chances at avoiding further interaction with the law enforcement community.The increasing cost of housing in the Keys has led to more homelessness for low-income workers.They benefit greatly from a"boost up': The recent eviction of Marathon's 2e Street encampment makes Independence Cay's services even more critical. WHAT: Independence Cay provides housing for up to 18 men who are committed to sobriety and getting back on their feet through work and improved health.Also,the kitchen,seven days/week, provides a hot meat(more than 13,000 last year).Showers, laundry and help accessing additional services are provided. WHERE: 1669 Overseas Hwy., Marathon. Includes transitional housing, meals,and day services. WHY:Assisting the homeless increases the chances of stabilizing their lives to become more desirable community members.The encouragement and support for working and developing healthy habits benefits the individual and the community.Successful supports lead to fewer incarcerations, crimes,or emergency room visits,improved health, less drug and alcohol abuse,etc.The community can't afford to write homeless individuals off when there is the possibility that they can become a community asset. WHEN:The transitional housing is a 24/7 program with round the clock supervision.The soup kitchen, laundry,showers, and day services are available 7 days/week for.4 hours each day. HOW: Each prospective participant in transitional housing is interviewed to determine their commitment to remain sober,obtain work, re-establish legal documents and healthy relationships, learn to manage money, and improve their health.Alcohol and drug testing is done at admission and frequently thereafter. The 14 men currently living in housing came to Independence Cay homeless and without employment.Several came from jail.All 14 are now working full-time and preparing to move into independent housing. Many have received substance abuse support.Several came with mental health issues and are now receiving support through the Guidance Care Center.Several also came with legal issues which are now resolved. The day services(meals, laundry,showers,and further assessment and assistance)are delivered without bias.Trained staff engage clients to develop a collaborative, helpful relationship. Needs are assessed and case management is implemented to resolve obstacles that are impeding self-sufficiency.35-40 individuals daily come to the soup kitchen/day services. HOW MUCH: Independence Cay respectfully requests$8500 and addresses the top priorities of the Sheriff's Dept.of crime prevention,drug and alcohol abuse and prevention,mental and physical health of adults,and law enforcement. 3756 Introduction Independence Cay,located in Marathon,was founded in 2009 by a broad base of local community leaders who wanted to ensure that critical services for the homeless would continue when the previous provider disbanded.We meet the basic needs of homeless and or hungry men,women, and children in the Keys.These needs include transitional housing for men,a daily soup kitchen(for 35-40 daily),facilities for laundry and showers, an inclement weather shelter,tailored housing assistance for women as well as assistance with addictions and unemployment. The need for Independence Cay's services and recognition of its successful day-to-day operation are wholly embraced by our community leaders.This is evidenced by the number and depth of the volunteers that go there daily to help serve,cook,and provide additional services.This is also evidenced by the support from Monroe County, Marathon City,and United Way,and the number of requests for assistance from law enforcement,probation, hospitals,clinics,community providers, and word of mouth. The transitional housing can accommodate 18 men,and the meals and day services never turn anyone away. It is clean and bright and in compliance with all health and safety regulations, and is current on all its financial commitments.We are a member of good standing with Monroe County Homeless Services Continuum of Care and a partner with United Way.Our performance statistics are impressive in the number of people served and the efficient utilization of every dollar. It is also impressive in the number of clients that have improved their housing situation, obtained work, improved health,etc.There is 24/7 supervision,and the extent of its services is possible with a small budget because of the daily volunteers who assist. Goals Our goal is to promote the successful re-entry of homeless individuals into the community and increase their self-sufficiency.This is done by providing transitional housing for up to 18 men.They must show that they are committed to sobriety,obtaining work, budgeting,and saving moneyfor more permanent housing.They must also work on improving their health, resolving legal issues, and re-establishing productive relationships with family and the community.55 men have utilized the transitional housing last year. Regarding the soup kitchen,the goal is to provide nutritious, hot meals 7 days/week with a high standard of nutrition and to never turn anyone away.These meals serve 35-40 people daily with supervision to ensure safety and the ability to assess additional needs and available resources. (more than 13,000 meals Last year). The day services goal is to provide access to personal hygiene for the homeless in the Keys.This is done by offering daily laundry and showers.(more than 3800 last year). The goal is to provide homeless women with alternative housing arrangements either by relocating them back to the family or connecting them with available Keys housing or emergency housing. 3757 The goal is to closely collaborate with KAIR to ensure that all needed services are provided but not duplicated.There has been a fluid collaboration between the two organizations that include volunteers. (When needs are assessed at the day service program, clients are then connected to KAIR for follow-up). Background and Significance Independence Cay is committed to assisting those individuals displaced from permanent housing and living on the street, in derelict boats,in cars,and in substandard living situations.This has become even more critical with the ever-increasing cost of even the most basic housing.The hardest hit residents are those who have fewer high-income skills and are often seasonal workers in the hospitality or fishing industries.The increasing number of vacation rentals has additionally stressed the long-term rental market. Petty Crime, panhandling,and vagrancy are often the result of homelessness. Being released from jail into homelessness leads to a high re-offend rate and being on probation while homeless often leads to probation violations and re-arrest. A hot meal and a place to get clean is a welcoming environment.Assessment and coordination of any additional needs, including substance abuse treatment, and temporary housing that includes counseling can decrease the burden on the sheriff's department as well as the community.This specialized place for the homeless to go for comprehensive help also provides a better experience for our community residents,snowbirds, and tourists as there is no reason to resort to panhandling, Loitering,shoplifting,or being dirty on the street. Target Population Our target population is men,women,and children displaced from their permanent housing. Clients come to Independence Cay from all over the Keys.Some come because they have recently arrived in the Keys from other places and didn't realize how difficult it was going to be to establish themselves in work and housing. Clients live in the woods, in their cars,and in abandoned boats. They may come from jail,the hospital, or recent stays in substance abuse treatment.Our typical client is primarily male,between 30-60 years of age,not employed full-time and in dire need of physical, mental,dental health treatment,substance abuse treatment, and social services as well as work documents,job search,counseling,and budgeting.They also have no active support in their lives.Although the number of homeless women is much smaller than the number of homeless men,they are not rare and families with children are also served at Independence Cay. Approach Method Independence Cay helps men,women,and families put their lives back together by offering hot meals,supervised housing, support for substance abuse recovery,protection from dangerous weather, referrals to appropriate social and health services,shower and laundry facilities,and a 3758 safe environment in which to be assessed for additional needs.We make every effort to engage them,develop a supportive relationship,and follow through with the services necessary to give them a chance to become successful members of the community again. Independence Cay is open and staffed 24/7 and helps the homeless by: Restoring personal hygiene,cleanliness and personal care Supplying nutritious meals Preparing people to re-enter the workforce or improve their work situation Arranging medical,vision,dental,and mental health services Offering a safe place with counseling Reuniting individuals with family,especially family that resides out of the county Referring to appropriate services and encouraging and providing substance abuse support groups It is always a delicate balance between wanting to assist a hurting, needy individual and certifying that they indeed need and can benefit from our help. Independence Cay fully realizes the value and importance of such"certification of need:especially since we are partially funded by taxpayers. Because of that,we have levels of certification for different programs starting with"easy"for people who are hungry and want a meal through the soup kitchen to"detailed and challenging"for those who desire transitional housing. Transitional housing clients are interviewed and must show a commitment to a sober lifestyle, ambition to better themselves through work, motivation to worktowards improved physical and mental health,and a willingness to work as a cooperative"family"with fellow residents.All transitional housing residents are required to agree to and sign a code of conduct.An extensive interview helps with making plans for needed services and goals for success.Transitional housing clients must meet individual milestones to continue in the housing program and drug and alcohol tests are administered at admission as well as at frequent random intervals.After work is established,clients in the housing program must pay a weekly fee. Resources and Costs We are respectfully requesting$8500 as we are the only organization outside of Key West that is helping the homeless in the Florida Keys with hot meals and transitional housing. Independence Cay has 24/7 supervision,and a lot is accomplished with very little.This happens through volunteer support, in-kind donations,and the work of the clients themselves. 3759 This grant will assist in keeping the day-to-day operations(including staff supervision)able to function and allow the transitional housing clients to be admitted with a grace period before being expected to financially participate in their care.These services are needed even more with the increasing cost and scarcity of housing and the disbandment of Marathon's 20"'Street encampment. It is also no easy feat to continue to provide more than 13,000 hot meals in our kitchen 365 days a year.This grant also helps support that. The organization works closely with KAIR to eliminate all duplication of costly services and to successfully accomplish all of what was noted today with a budget of$140,000 but we still need help.This SAFF grant will not only benefit the homeless individuals that we serve but also the community at large by making the Keys a much better and safer place to live,work, and visit. 3760 INDEPENDENCE CAY FUNDS FROM OTHER GROUPS 2024 Monroe County $35,000 United Way of Collier and Monroe $5,000 City of Marathon $7,000 Harold and Annette Price Foundation $25,000 Local Churches $15,700 Dr. Ron and Mary Helms $6,000 3761 INDEPENDENCE CAY BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2024 BOARD MEMBERS Rev. Debra Maconaughey 111 West Indies Drive Ramrod Key, FL 33042 305-743-6412 o ntime66�,e� otm il.co Terry Lynn Kelly,Vice Chair 116 Calle Ensueno Marathon, FL 33050 860-208-6493 i lt� coil s ,; o .com Phyllis Michaelis,Treasurer 2123 Yellowtail Drive Marathon, FL 33050 305-743-0116 T.J. Patterson Indies Drive Duck Key, FL 33050 305-709-8530 ec com Keith Harris 5800 Overseas Highway Suite 38 Marathon, FL 33050 305-743-7111 k arris0 ka e_c are.,; Marjorie Roberts 737 83Id Street Ocean Marathon, FL 33050 305-393-6621 ...,.__....Mhrobertsma..l,co 3762 Ryan Elwell 857 Copa D Oro Marathon, FL 33050 305-481-1791 ryan@keysfurniture.com Mike Puto,Chair 700 89th Street Ocean Marathon, FL 33050 305-481-0438 ikeutoaol.co 3763 Independence Cay Profit and Loss January-December 2024 . _......_� ....... _ .. TOTAL Income 42000 Donations-Unrestricted 43310 Corporate and Business Grants 20.00 434501ndivid Contributions 6,100.00 43493 church 15,750.00 43495 foundations 34,000.00 IeW42B96Denaftts-l!n[est IItZ@.9A 44000 Grants 43484 Sheriff's Grant 6,625.48 44820 United Way,CFC Contributions 4,999.96 Iota IL 4@69 44500 Government Grants 43980 HSAB 35,000.00 43981 City of Marathon 7,000.00 IoW44m a mmment.emm 42,NBM 45000 Investments 45030 Interest-Savings, Short-term CD 13.98 IOWL4a1i699 lmmstntents 45100 Program Fees 47250 Client fee trns housing 39,775.99 Ieta�L45189P.tegralaamFees _ 39.ZMM Ietwineame $149,2r 5.41 GROSS PROFIT r614S,285-41 Expenses 62800 Facilities and Equipment 62151 Pest Control 825.00 62840 Repairs 320.00 62845 OPERATION PURCHASES 1,277.00 62890 Rent, 21,600.00 65042 cleaning supplies 195.71 65050 Telephone/internet/cable 3,803.60 —Ie6Ii21466Fas aodEquWeOi 23,821.31 64000 Adminstration 60930 License&Permits 464.73 62110 Legal/Accounting 3,046.50 62111 Payroll 9,230.00 62113 Payroll Taxes 1,690.00 62114 Payroll Fee 624.00 65003 Bank Fees 16.00 65020 Postage,Mailing Service 268.00 65043 Office Supplies 100.00 Accrual Basis Wedrnesday,Felbruary 5.2025 03:39 P1IM GMT 5.00 1 3764 TOTAL -.... ...... ....-..- . _.... ....... ------- ......... �1,030.05.. 65120 Insurance-Liability, D and O _ Iet11L64696 65000 Operations 65008 Computer Ex 385.00 65040 Supplies/for operation 1,421.13 IstaL65696 epwaftm 1,86�13 65015 Food distribution 65016 Kichen Supplies 17.65 65017 Soup Kitchen 76.83 IetaL659�Food dWtMx ten 65060 Utilities 65061 Electric 4,782.07 65062 Water/Sewer 8,580.20 IetaL"M 13AW-27 65210 Program Service 15 Client Assistance 717.81 65121 Health Ins 8,820.00 65211 Payroll 47,221.70 65212 Program payroll tax 13,517.17 Ietgl 65216P [gm Seottee Ietal Eenses13e, 5 NET OPERATING INCOME Other Expenses 80000 Ask My Accountant 1,753.44 _ _ $ IetaL Ofttses NET OTHER INCOME $ 1 NET INCOME Accrual Basis Wednesday, February 5,2025 03-301PIA t3INMT,,.05„00 2/2 3765 Identification Name of Organization: KAIR-Keys s Area Interdenominational Resources ` Address: 3010 Overseas Hwy.,Marathon, FL 33050 Authorized Representative: Marjorie Roberts, Director $ Contact Person: Same Telephone: 305-393-6621 Fax: NA Email: mhro rls2Cc_g_ iL om Type of Organization: Private, non-profit organization 501 (c) (3) Title of Project: Food and Emergency Services for Keys Residents Type of Request: Non-recurring funds for direct assistance Amount of Request: $8500 Request is for: Single year only Willing to submit full accounting of funds received to SAFF Board:Yes and we are audited annually Funds from other groups: See attached list Board of Directors: See attached list This application addresses: Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults N � / e r Signatur,,,I Date 3766 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules, regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature: �`�a " r �� " Qr Applicant's Name ,i�% r�r'" �� '' (Pr Anted) 3767 Abstract: WHO:Assistance for families and individuals who have experienced a crisis and need temporary assistance. Requests for assistance have increased because of continued inflation and high rents for scarce housing. Illness,job loss,unpredictable wages,and family separation are also all contributing factors as well. WHAT: Rent,security deposits, utilities as well as food and other basic needs as residents struggle to remain stable in the community and provide for themselves and their families.Also,a trained case manager to assist with planning, budgeting,and resolving any obstacles that impact the client's ability to sustain themselves. WHERE:The KAIR office,3010 Overseas Hwy., Marathon.All Monroe County residents will be eligible to be considered for assistance. WHY:To assist families and individuals in crisis to maintain tenure and stability in the community and to assist children to receive the additional support necessary to satisfy basic needs and to have what they need to learn and grow.Assistance improves or maintains good physical and mental health through improved family financial stability. WHEN: KAIR is open Monday through Friday and by appointment during off hours and weekends. HOW: Each person applying for services completes an application and is interviewed. Information is gathered and needs are thoroughly verified.A plan is developed,and needs are provided directly to vendors and through coordinating with other resources. Follow-along and follow-up are provided. HOW MUCH: Respectfully requesting$8500.All awarded funds will go toward providing for the food pantry, payments to vendors for housing, utilities,and other basic needs such as medicine, IDs,transportation.Also,this will go towards a trained case manager. 3768 Introduction KAIR is a 501 c3 organization established in the Middle Keys in 1998. It started as a collaboration of all the Middle Keys churches to provide a centralized way of delivering services that would eliminate duplication and provide a more comprehensive approach to helping those in need.Since then, KAIR has expanded to represent the larger community and the entire Florida Keys. It collaborates on an ongoing basis with the business community and other community service providers such as the schools,the hospital,the health clinics,etc. The community now looks to KAIR to provide creative approaches to assistance and KAIR tailors the assistance to maximize effectiveness. KAIR is now the Middle Keys sole source of assistance for food,housing, medical,transportation assistance,and other basic needs. It averages 40 applications per day from those in need. KAIR has the full support of the community and meets needs with the assistance of approximately 200 volunteers.These volunteers are directed bythe Executive Director and provide everything from sweeping the floor to office work to fundraising. Because of this extensive volunteer support, KAIR can focus its donated dollars on direct assistance to those in need. KAIR is open to all Keys residents and has had an increase in the number of Lower and Upper Keys residents seeking help. KAIR seeks responsible resolutions and often collaborates with others to provide a comprehensive plan for meeting the need. KAIR especially pays attention to working families with children,the elderly,and the disabled.With the increase in inflation and the large increases in housing costs, more families are coming to KAIR for assistance. Goal To provide for local families'basic needs that will assist them to maintain tenure and stability in the community and continue to live and work successfully in the Keys.This goal is especially relevant with the effects of scarce and expensive housing for families and for the large increases in inflation. a. Through assistance with rent, security deposits,and utilities and to find suitable housing b. Through trained case management staff and the development of a more sustainable budget and plan to remain in the community c. Through the provision of groceries and other basic needs such as medical assistance, transportation assistance,and school readiness supplies. Outcomes of the above goals-Stabilization of family and individual circumstances Improved mental and physical health Improved quality of children's lives 3769 Background and Significance The Keys,for several years, have been facing a crisis due to the scarcity of housing,the high cost of living, and unpredictable wages in the service and fishing industries.Vacation home sales continue to rise and costs affecting rents and low-income housing are also rising. Trailers and small homes are being replaced. Traditional fishing jobs are a short season and small businesses face tough internet competition. The fluctuation between tourist season and slow season makes it difficult for lower-income families to plan. Many families have been left behind with unpredictable wages yet rising costs for housing, food,medical care and transportation.A car repair or a medical bill leaves manyfamilies in desperate straits. KAIR is a partner with the community at large and collaborates with other groups and agencies to promote comprehensive and tailored assistance without duplicating services. KAIR is the only agency in the Middle Keys that provides groceries and other basic needs and emergency services. Alleviating desperation can be the difference between individuals turning to KAIR for assistance rather than turning to activities that create upheaval and instability in their family's lives. Food is always available and KAIR is a strong foundation upon which residents can count for help. These relationships provide hope and practical assistance to keep people integrated into the community. The deep community support shows that they are also committed to making this happen as well. KAIR is well-known in the Middle Keys community as the go-to place for those in need. In the past few years, KAIR has greatly expanded its ability to significantly also help those who need it in the Upper and Lower Keys. There is a higher quality of life for families when they know there is a place that will help. Assistance with food, rent, utilities, dental care, medicine, medical care, and transportation are all provided. Employment is stabilized when car and bike issues are resolved, and basic identification papers are obtained. The family is stronger and less stressed when their children are fed well, and their needs addressed. Listening, coaching, planning, and follow-up are an integral part of the assistance KAIR provides.Accepting people where they are and providing support and feedback can often lead to opportunities for change in mental well-being as well as choices involving alcohol and drugs.Some worry that recipients take advantage of services.KAIR suggests that every interaction is an opportunity for change and that people don't aspire to hunger and living hand-to-mouth. Rather, they have reached this point and are unable to make a change without outside assistance. Target Population KAIR's services are available to all Keys residents who find themselves in a basic survival crisis with hunger,housing,transportation,employment,or illness.Special emphasis is on working individuals, families with children,and the elderly.This assistance through SAFF is critical as families struggle to provide for very basic needs. 3770 Approach Method KAIR has one full-time employee and 3 part-time employees and interviews families and individuals at KAIR's office at 3010 Overseas Hwy., Marathon to verifythe needs and circumstances. Immediate assistance is provided and tailored to the individual needs. If appropriate, further assistance, referrals,and a plan are made to include a budget.When a return visit is made requesting additional assistance, recommendations previously presented are explored and a determination of further assistance is made.It is importantfor KAIR to develop and maintain relationships with those it serves to be a solid foundation,an agent for change,and a facilitator of improved quality of life. Home visits are arranged for those who are elderly, disabled, or unable to travel to the office. KAIR coordinates with its partners such as the Guidance Care Center, the Adult, and Child Protective Services, the schools, etc. More than 200 volunteers assist in carrying out the mission (from sweeping the floor, and manning the food pantry,to developing landlord and employer relationships, etc.) Resources and Costs All$8500 requested will be used for direct vendor payments to landlords,utility companies,medical providers, and school supply providers, as well as providing effective, trained case management staff.Stubborn inflation is greatly impacting those with lower incomes. KAIR is committed to meeting the need where the need is verified.KAIR does notturn anyone away and when faced with an increase in need, new sources of funding have developed. KAIR has increasingly diversified its funding base by utilizing grants from local and state governments,foundations,religious groups,and organizations as well as fundraisers and individual donations.The Profit and Loss statement is attached. Sustainability KAIR was incorporated in 1998 in the Keys and will celebrate 27 years of service in 2025. KAIR continues to build support from Middle Keys residents who volunteer and provide financial support as well as financial resources outside of the Keys. KAIR has proven that it is a good steward of all donated monies. 3771 KAIR FUNDS FROM OTHER GROUPS 2024 Monroe County $35,000 United Way of Collier and Monroe $10,500 City of Marathon $7,000 Harold and Annette Price Foundation $40,000 Barb Kelly $3,000 Dr. Ron and Mary Helms $4,000 David and Mary Kirwin $2,000 David Spaulding $165,000 CFFK $16,000 Dept. Children and Families $112,000 Marc Martter $2,000 3772 KAIR BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2024 BOARD MEMBERS Rev. Debra Maconaughey 111 West Indies Drive Ramrod Key, FL 33042 305-743-6412 o ntim 6 a u.� o ail com Terry Lynn Kelly,Vice Chair 116 Calle Ensueno Marathon, FL 33050 860-208-6493 l eil coII nso,,ff� ahooxom,,,_,, Phyllis Michaelis,Treasurer 2123 Yellowtail Drive Marathon, FL 33050 305-743-0116 hrnc, a.e`..+su sn�cca ...castanet, T.J. Patterson Indies Drive Duck Key, FL 33050 305-709-8530 Tl.j,;L e rsp,n,tqfkec corn Keith Harris 5800 Overseas Highway Suite 38 Marathon, FL 33050 305-743-7111 arrs4l eco.r Marjorie Roberts 737 83rd Street Ocean Marathon, FL 33050 305-393-6621 M h,robe rts @,gmail co.rp 3773 / ^ ° Ryan Elwell 857CopaDOro Marathon, FL33OSO 305-481'1791 ryan@keusfurnkune.comn Mike Puto,Choir 7OOD91h Street Ocean Marathon, FL33O5O 305-481-0438 K4ikeputo@ao|.cono 3774 ro KAI R Profit and Loss January-December 2024 TOTAL 400 Bank 400.01 Interest Income — 1,783.34 1.Z@334 410 Unrestricted Donations 410.01 Individuals 203,150.88 410.02 Businesses 1,410.00 410.03 Community Organizations 2,125.00 410.04 Local Churches 750.00 410.05 Foundations 71,157.02 IetaL4i8 Un�Dena&ns 410.04 Local Churches 1,750.00 420 Fundraising 420.04 Happy Holiday Program 3,850.00 420.22 Sombrero Beach Run 2024 39,497.00 420.23 Sombrero Beach Run 2025 2,000.00 IetaL420FundnilOg W 430 Government Grants 430.03 Monroe Cty.Commissioners 35,000.00 430.05 City of Marathon 7,000.00 430.23 DCF Challenge 2023-24 20,176.06 430.24 DCF ESG RRH 2O23-24 52,955.95 430.25 DCF Challenge 2024-25 22,120.31 430.26 DCF ESG RRH 2O24-25 16,767.52 Ie11 L430 Gmffi mined Gffirft i54,01 440 Food Pantry 440.01 Individuals 50.00 IetaL440Feed-?&nW 460 Restricted Donations 600.00 460.1 KidKair 2,170.00 IetaL4WA9stl2EedDensdteos � 470 InKind-Food Pantry 910,096.95 480 InKind-Other 480.01 InKind-Rent 27,000.00 480.02 InKind-Recycle 123,082.00 IetaLAIlselnLGnd--Edw i5 IetaLlneame GROSS PROFIT Cash IBasis Wednesday, Ill::�ebiruary 5,2025 04A6 IIIDM GIMT-05.00 143. 3775 KAI R Profit and Loss January-December 2024 ..._.......... __m_-.. ......... _... .. _... _ .._.._.... TOTAL Expenses 510 Administration 510.01 Dues and Memberships 551.75 510.02 Insurance-Liability&D&O 1,526.78 510.04 Office Supplies 4,084.04 510.05 Postage 51.48 510.07 Legal and Accounting 9,000.00 510.08 Rent 10,350.00 510.09 Rent-InKind 6,750.00 510.10 Payroll 10,400.00 510.10c IRA-yearly 3,120.00 13MOM IetaL�1A19PitprelL- 510.10a Allocated to Case Mgt 200.00 510.10b Employee benefits 2,100.00 510.11 Payroll-Taxes 9,100.00 510.12 Payroll Fees 696.00 510.13 Telephone/Intemet 1,963.84 510.14 Travel and Lodging 330.00 510.18 Training 25.00 510.19 Independent Case Mgt. 1,098.00 T0t4LwAdffM%KMftn 61,346M 520 Fundraising Expense 520.21 Sombrero Beach Run 2024 17,636.90 520.22 Sombrero Beach Run 2025 500.00 IetsiL a29Fun � ertse Alum 530 Emergency Program Services 530.01 Payroll 56,332.41 530.02 Payroll Taxes 37,409.58 530.03 Boat Sanitation 3,063.06 530.04 Family Assistance 3,088.83 530.05 Housing Assistance 127,924.21 530.06 Medical Assistance 8,754.58 530.07 Transportation Services 6,629.89 530.08 Travel 4,481.00 530.09 Utility Assistance 17,427.43 530.10 Employment ID 959.13 530.11 Telephone 376.65 530.12 Employee Benefits 6,300.00 530.13 In Kind Rent 20,250.00 530.30 KidsKair 7,131.85 530.40 Happy Holiday Program 18,273.13 530.42 Mobile Food Pantry 7,385.74 -- --- - »� IetaL�38 eyPleqaurttSanaaas :ash Basis ", February 5,2025 04-.16 PM GMT,,,tD&:00 2J3 3776 KAI R Profit and Loss January-December 2024 �...�� .......... _ �......._� ,, �_.. .... _ ...................... TOTAL 540 Food Pantry 540.02 Distributed Food 923,738.47 540.03 Supplies 1,627.00 _ m . IetaLS48FeedPantly --- 925ML47 550 Donation Recycle 550.02 Clothing,Furniture,Car 123,082.00 -- —. -- -_- 193A82 W IAtaL�59�@nafl±a[Ifteey� 650 15th St.Building 1,466.08 Ia�LE>�enses NET-OPERATING INCOME $89AU2e NET INCOME Cash Basis Wednesday,February&2025 04:16 PM GIIMT,,.05,:00 3777 Ise "0 " Ap; licant Identifi. ation Name of Organization: Pawsitive Beginnings Inc Address: 659 Colson Drive Key Largo,FL 33037 Authorized Representative: Nicole Navarro-Executive Director Contact Person: Nicole Navarro Telephone: (305)376-1887 E-mail: nicole@pawsitivebeginnings.org Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency [ ] Private,non-profit organization, pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) or(4) [X] Title of Project: Animal-Assisted therapy for Monroe County Youth Type of request: Recurring funds (e.g.,operational costs) [X] Non-recurring funds(e.g.,capital expenditures,one-time costs) Amount of request: $4500 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? Yes No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Ocean Reef Community Foundation(awaiting result)Fred&Jean Allegretti Foundation(awaiting result) If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. (Separate page added for Board of Directors) 3778 i Pawsitive Beginnings Board of Directors Zachary James-President Sill N 10th St. McAllen,TX 78504 Barbara Froelich-Vice President 659 Colson Drive Key Largo,FL 33037 Patricia Navarro-Treasurer 200 E 22nd St. Roswell,NM 88201 Jessica Walker-Board Member 1701 Eben Street Pittsburgh,PA 15226 Jeanne Selander-Board Member 1012 Varela St. Key West,FL 33040 P.O.Box 1165 Tavernier,FL 33070-pawsitivebeginnings.otg-(305)376-1887-EIN 84-5180765 3779 This application addresses(please check all that apply): Law Enforcement Crime Prevention Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment [X] Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults Cultural,Artistic, Educational,Recreational and Sports [X] Programs for Monroe County Youth Signature: U�Ku Date: Please note: Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida apply PPy..... to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: l. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee,fiduciary of the applicant has been: (approved by MCSO) a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law;or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature:�. �_. �, � Applicant's Name U tW-C— U RAW 3780 Abstract: Pawsitive Beginnings—Healing Through Animal-Assisted Therapy Who We Are: Pawsitive Beginnings is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing foxes from the fur trade and using their survival stories as a tool for animal-assisted therapy.We provide hope, healing,and resilience to individuals facing trauma,with a special focus on at-risk youth in Monroe County. What We Do&Where: At our fox sanctuary in Key Largo,Florida,we partner with the Florida Keys Children's Shelter (FKCS)to offer structured therapy sessions.These sessions help youth process trauma,build emotional resilience,and develop trust in a safe,supportive environment.Our foxes—each a survivor of hardship—serve as living symbols of strength,showing children they,too,can overcome adversity. Why This Matters: Many FKCS youth have faced abuse,neglect,homelessness,or family separation,sometimes making traditional therapy difficult.Our interactive approach offers them an engaging way to heal,learn coping skills,and build confidence. Impact on Monroe County&Its Youth: • Fills a gap in local mental health services,providing alternative therapy for at-risk youth. • Encourages emotional growth through hands-on interactions with the foxes. • Strengthens community partnerships with FKCS,schools,and mental health professionals. Funding Request—$4,500 We are requesting$4,500 to expand our program with FKCS,offering more therapy sessions, enhancing program materials,and ensuring more children have access to this vital healing experience.Supporting Pawsitive Beginnings means investing in the future of Monroe County's youth,helping them heal,grow,and thrive. j � r 3781 I.Introduction -About Pawsitive Beginnings Pawsitive Beginnings is a 501(c)(3)nonprofit organization dedicated to rescuing and providing a permanent sanctuary for foxes saved from the fur trade.We transform their survival stories into powerful therapeutic tools,offering animal-assisted therapy to trauma survivors,individuals in recovery,at-risk youth,and others seeking healing.As the only facility of its kind in Monroe County,we have become a vital resource for the community,fostering resilience,compassion, and emotional well-being through our unique programs. Qualifications Relevant to This Request Pawsitive Beginnings has demonstrated exceptional success in program development, community engagement,and financial stewardship: • Proven Track Record in Animal-Assisted Therapy: Our sanctuary is an established,in- demand space that provides safe,structured therapy sessions facilitated by mental health professionals. • Strong Community Partnerships:We collaborate with law enforcement,schools and mental health organizations. • Financial Transparency& Grant Management Experience:As a registered 501(c)(3), we adhere to strict financial reporting and accountability standards.We have successfully managed previous funding from donors and grants,ensuring funds are used efficiently and effectively. • Public and Media Recognition: Our impact has garnered attention from documentary filmmakers,community leaders,and media outlets,further strengthening our credibility and visibility as a leading organization in trauma-informed animal-assisted therapy. Capacity to Manage the Project Pawsitive Beginnings has the infrastructure,expertise,and leadership to effectively manage this project: • Experienced Leadership: Founder Nicole Navarro has a deep personal connection to the mission,integrating her own recovery journey into the program,and has successfully built Pawsitive Beginnings into a recognized and respected nonprofit. • Sustainable Program Model: Our therapy sessions,educational outreach,and sanctuary operations are structured for scalability and long-term impact,ensuring responsible growth and sustainability. • Operational Readiness: We have the facilities,animal care protocols,and professional partnerships in place to expand our reach without compromising quality or ethics. 3782 II. Goals,Objectives,and Outcomes Pawsitive Beginnings is committed to expanding its partnership with the Florida Keys Children's Shelter(FKCS)to provide at-risk youth with the healing benefits of animal-assisted therapy.By integrating rescued foxes into structured therapy sessions,we offer a unique and impactful approach to helping children process trauma,develop resilience,and build healthy coping skills. Goals 1. Expand the Animal-Assisted Therapy Program for FKCS Youth—Provide consistent, structured therapy sessions where children can engage with rescued foxes in a safe, supportive environment. 2. Strengthen Trauma Recovery and Emotional Well-Being—Help children develop trust,self-confidence,and emotional regulation through positive interactions with animals. 3. Build a Stronger Partnership with FKCS—Integrate our therapy program with FKCS's existing services to ensure a comprehensive,trauma-informed support system. 4. Enhance Community Awareness and Support—Educate the public about the benefits of animal-assisted therapy in helping at-risk youth heal and grow. Objectives -,/ Increase Access to Therapy Sessions—Offer regular,structured visits for FKCS residents to engage in animal-assisted therapy at Pawsitive Beginnings. %/ Develop a Trauma-Informed Therapy Model—Work with FKCS counselors and mental health professionals to integrate our program into their therapeutic framework. %/ Train Staff and Volunteers—Ensure that all team members are equipped with trauma- sensitive training to maximize the program's impact. %/ Create Measurable Outcomes—Implement a tracking system to assess improvements in emotional well-being,social development,and coping mechanisms among FKCS youth. %/ Secure Additional Community Support—Engage with local businesses,donors,and grant- makers to sustain and expand the program. Outcomes Short-Term Impact: • FKCS youth actively participate in therapy sessions,with at least 80%reporting improved emotional well-being after interactions with the foxes. • FKCS staff and counselors provide positive feedback on the program's effectiveness in reducing stress and promoting trust-building among participants. 3783 • Strengthened collaboration between FKCS and Pawsitive Beginnings,ensuring seamless support for children in need. Long-Term Impact: • Increased emotional resilience and social skills among FKCS youth who regularly participate in the program. • Expanded community awareness and involvement,fostering greater support for trauma- informed therapy initiatives. • A sustainable,fully integrated partnership between FKCS and Pawsitive Beginnings, providing consistent,reliable access to animal-assisted therapy for at-risk children. III.Background and Significance Pawsitive Beginnings is dedicated to transforming the lives of both animals and people, particularly vulnerable youth in Monroe County.Through our unique animal-assisted therapy program,we provide a safe,nurturing space for healing and personal growth.By partnering with the Florida Keys Children's Shelter(FKCS),we are expanding our reach to children and teens who have experienced trauma,neglect,and instability. The Need for Alternative Therapy in Monroe County Many of the youth at FKCS have endured significant trauma,including abuse,family separation, homelessness,or involvement in the foster care system.Traditional therapy methods,while valuable,may not always be enough to break through emotional barriers.The presence of rescued foxes—animals who have survived their own hardships—creates a unique, nonjudgmental space where children feel safe to express themselves,build trust,and learn resilience. • High Rates of Childhood Trauma: Many of the children at FKCS have faced severe emotional and psychological challenges.Exposure to animal-assisted therapy has been shown to reduce stress,lower anxiety,and help children develop healthy coping mechanisms. • A Gap in Mental Health Resources: Monroe County has limited access to specialized trauma therapy for youth,making alternative approaches essential for children who need additional emotional support. • The Power of Connection:The rescued foxes at Pawsitive Beginnings serve as powerful symbols of survival,helping children see their own potential to overcome adversity. 3784 Why This Project Matters to the Florida Keys Children's Shelter Our collaboration with FKCS offers an opportunity to empower at-risk youth by: %/ Providing a unique therapeutic experience that allows children to process trauma in a safe, engaging environment. Teaching empathy,resilience,and trust through interactions with the foxes. Giving these children a sense of belonging and hope—something many have never experienced before. IV.Target Population Our program serves at-risk youth ages 6-17 residing at the Florida Keys Children's Shelter.These youth often face: • Family displacement due to abuse or neglect. • Behavioral or emotional challenges. • Trauma-related mental health concerns. The program is inclusive of all genders and backgrounds,with a focus on those in immediate crisis and requiring specialized intervention. V.Approach Method The project will take place at Pawsitive Beginnings'sanctuary in Key Largo,as well as on-site at FKCS when needed.Sessions will be held weekly and facilitated by trained professionals, integrating: • Guided therapy sessions with licensed therapists. • Hands-on animal interactions to promote emotional engagement. • Reflection exercises to encourage emotional processing. Staffing includes: • Executive Director of Pawsitive Beginnings onsite to facilitate fox/human interactions. • FKCS has their own staff to facilitate the therapy portion of the program. 3785 VI.Resources and Costs We request funding in the amount of$4500 to sustain and expand the program.The budget includes: Item Cost Facilitator cost $2'000 Added enrichment for foxes during sessions $1,000 %gram evaluation tools $500 Outreach&awareness Total Request $4500 Additional resources include private donations,fox sponsorships,and in-kind support from local businesses. Financial Management and Accountability ,%/ Nonprofit Compliance& Oversight—As a registered 501(c)(3),Pawsitive Beginnings follows all federal and state financial reporting requirements,ensuring full compliance with nonprofit regulations. %/ Iransparent Budgeting&Financial Planning—Our leadership team carefully plans and monitors operational expenses,program costs,and fundraising efforts to maintain a financially stable organization. %/ Responsible Use of Funds—Donations and grants are allocated directly to program costs, including animal care,therapy services,community outreach,and educational initiatives. %/ Efficient Resource Allocation—Funds are used strategically to maximize impact while keeping administrative costs low. %/ Grant Reporting& Compliance—We provide timely reports and updates to funders, demonstrating measurable outcomes and responsible fiscal management. "Our children find moments ofpeace and build trust through their interactions with the foxes. They learn about the foxes'backgrounds and see how they live now, often drawingparallels between the foxes'stories and their own experiences. Witnessing the transformation and resilience of thefoxes allows our children to foster hope, envisioning a future that can be different from their current realities."Ben%miner, CEO-Florida Keys Children's Shelter 3786 VIII.Financial Statement-A detailed income and expense report for the previous fiscal year is attached. Pawsitive Beginnings Inc. Statement of Activity April 2023-March 2024 TOTAL Revenu.me........ Contributions 68,629.83 Interest Earned 31.31 Merchandise Commissions Earned 301.80 Total Revenue $68.962.94 GROSS PROFIT Expenditures Advertising&Marketing 3,916.37 Bank Charges&Fees 577.91 Car&Truck 62.50 Charitable Contributions 1,060.10 Fox Food/Suppliments 20,966.28 Fox TransportBusiness Travel 4,410.88 Insurance 3,925.85 Legal&Professional Services 673.82 Office Supplies&Software 692.42 Other Business Expenses 263.00 Payroll Tax Expense 851.84 Postage/Mailing/PO BOX 319.25 Program Supplies 660.51 Rent&Lease 1,405.00 Repairs&Maintenance 23,352.10 Salaries 3,378.34 Sanctuary Supplies 20,774.36 Taxes&Licenses 359.53 Utilities 981.02 Veterinary expenses 11,230.13 Volunteer Meals 1,356.73 Total Etepertdldrres $101,217.94 NET OPERATING REVENUE $-32,255•00 Other Revenue Grants Received 43,200.00 Total Other Revenue $43,200.00 NET OTHER REVENUE NET REVENUE $10,945.00 Gaspe Basis WNInesday,January 29,202R5 02.12 PM GIWIT-05„00 1/6 3787 First Page of the Application: (Limit one page, except as noted below): Applicant Identification Name of Organization: Fodda Ke�),fs Wid &id CM UJ Address: 92080 (')vet'seas Il lig"way, II averidw, F] 33070 Authorized Representative: (name &title) Eii-h'ii AdJk c)i,-R, II xecii�five II.......... Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) Telephone: (305) 852 4486 3 Fax: 1,4/A E-mail: lg'01rg Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency I I Private,non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3)or(4) 1XI Title of Project: I, a,,Ar Type of request: ❑Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) Non-recurring funds (e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: 15100(1) If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here E] and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? [JYes FlNo From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. 1')I'iVa1�e J!!!'a ii,:fly i,"i i a0ce' i i atir�tja cr)rii'idbtAk�)�� iotalhrig f,�5205,000 to stq,�Ipc)�'t If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. This application addresses (please check all that apply): El Law Enforcement ❑ Crime Prevention F]Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment F]Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults El Cultural,Artistic,Educational,Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth Signature: Date: OV,'2912025 Please note: Because Sunshine Laws of the State of Florida apply to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. 3788 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules, regulations,or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature: �� QL,��pp licant's Name E u us,i)i Allusu'i (Printed) 3789 Abstract: The Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center, Inc. (FKWBC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit located in Tavernier, FL and is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of sick or injured wild birds. The FKWBC intakes an average of 1,000 birds annually and relies on the public to report cases of injured birds. As a result, the FKWBC works closely with Monroe County Sheriff's Office, Florida Highway Patrol, and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to rescue injured wildlife from highways, bridges, powerlines, mangroves, and in the water. Law enforcement play a key role in ensuring the safety of our team during high-risk rescues and participating in the capture of injured wildlife themselves. Officers regularly encounter and transport injured birds to our hospital while on duty. Multiple officers have requested the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center develop training sessions on how to 1) capture and contain injured wildlife; 2) handling techniques based on species; and 3) proper protocol on transporting wildlife to our hospital. To meet this need, the Florida Keys Wild Bird Center is requesting $5,000 to develop and conduct two continuing education training sessions in the Upper and Middle Keys to better equip law enforcement officers with the skills and supplies to handle wildlife. 3790 THE APPLICATION A. Introduction. The Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center, Inc. (FKWBC) was incorporated in 1987 by our late founder and long-time Keys resident, Laura Quinn. The FKWBC exists to rescue, rehabilitate, and release harmed or displaced native and migratory birds of the Florida Keys, and to educate the public about coexistence with wildlife. We achieve our mission through treating 1,000 injured birds each year at Mission Wild Bird Hospital, which also features our public gift shop and education center. Our second facility, the Laura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary, boasts over 40 non-releasable resident birds on display for visitors to admire 365 days a year from sunrise to sunset. The FKWBC is permitted and regulated by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Our team are experts in the field of wildlife rehabilitation with a collective three decades of experience. The FKWBC is the only wildlife hospital dedicated to sick and injured wild birds in the Upper Keys. Law enforcement officers have expressed a need for training on how to capture, contain, and handle injured wildlife that they encounter in the field and our staff are well qualified to meet this unique need. B. Goals, Objectives and Outcomes The purpose of Law Enforcement Training on Handling Injured Wildlife is to equip law enforcement officers with the skills and supplies needed to 1) capture and contain injured wildlife; 2) utilize handling techniques based on species; and 3) follow proper protocol when transporting wildlife to our hospital To accomplish this goal, we would like to develop two formal continuing education training sessions (one in the Upper Keys; one in the Middle Keys) for law enforcement officers to gain hands-on experience that will prepare them to handle injured wildlife in the field. To enhance the opportunity, each law enforcement officer who participates in the training will receive a kit with personal protective equipment and supplies (nets, gloves, towels, carriers, etc.) to rescue and contain birds. The training will fulfill a unique need of providing specialized wildlife handling training that has been requested by multiple law enforcement officers. Ultimately, the training will ensure the safety of both the officers and the injured animals in question during wildlife emergencies. In order to develop a comprehensive program, we would like to work with Monroe County Sheriff's Office to organize when and where the training will take place, provide live birds to practice handling, and supply wildlife rescue kits to each participant. Overall, FKWBC staff will spend additional time and resources for program development, materials and supplies, and leading the training sessions. 3791 C.Background and Significance For decades, the "Wild Bird Center" has worked with law enforcement officers in the field during wildlife rescue emergencies. Due to limited resources, staff have not been able to create a training program even though this need expressed by officers continues to grow. The Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center is one of few organizations in the Upper Keys that is able to conduct training on how to rescue and handle injured wild birds. With support, our staff will aid in preparing officers to handle sick or injured wildlife and better equip them to address the diverse situations encountered in the line of duty. D. Target Population Law enforcement officers from any agency in the Upper, Middle, or Lower Keys will ultimately benefit from the Wildlife Handling Training. The Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center does not discriminate against race, color,religion, sex, or gender. E. Approach Method This training will be developed and piloted at the Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center's Mission Wild Bird Hospital located in Tavernier, FL. Two trainings will be scheduled at locations yet to be determined: one Upper Keys session and one Lower Keys session. Both sessions will be identical and afford officers from the Upper, Middle, and Lower Keys the ability to participate. After the completion of each training session, 24 participants will gain a wildlife rescue kit stocked with gloves, eyewear, towels, carriers, nets, etc. to be able to successfully rescue and contain wildlife in need of medical assistance. F. Resources and Costs We are requesting $5,000 to support the development and implementation of two training sessions on how to capture, contain,transport, and handle injured wildlife for law enforcement officers. A portion of funding($3,300)will support staff's time to create and execute two training sessions. Law enforcement officer participants (up to 24)will receive a wildlife rescue kit, equipped with nets, carriers, gloves, towels, etc. ($1,000). Lastly, the remaining funds ($700) will be used for beverages, light snacks, and miscellaneous supplies at the training sessions. Our fiscal capacity comes from entry donations at the Laura Quinn Wild Bird Sanctuary, finders of wild birds who support their rehabilitative care, general donors,recurring foundations, and various grants. G. Sustainability We are requesting one year's worth of funding that will be used toward developing the Wildlife Rescue Training program. Funding is required for the time and resources necessary to create and implement the program. In the future,minimal funding will be required to sustain the program. 3792 H. Financial Statement Florida Keys Wild Bird & Rehabilitation Center, Inc. Statement of Activity January-December 2024 TOTAL 11 e RevenIuI A-------- ....... ...... . ------- m A-DONATIONS 777,614.49 B-Gift Shop Sales 27,235.31 D-Interest&Other Income 12,965.11 Shipping Income 0.00 Suspense Income(PayPal) 0.00 Suspense Income(Square) 0.00 Total Revenue $817.814.91 GROSS PROFIT $817,814.91 Expenditures A-Staffing Expenses 376,831.37 B-Cost of Space 121,264.29 C-Program Services 55.043.60 D-Fundralsing Expenses 7,883.66 E-Governance 9,412.10 Suspense expense 0.00 Total Expenditures $570,435.02 NET OPERATING REVENUE $247,379.89 Other Revenue ERG-Employee Retention Credit 7.368.63 In-Kind Donations' 39,193.62 Total Other Revenue $46,562,25 Other Expenditures B-In-Kind Donations Expensed 39,193.62 Other Miscellaneous Expense 0.00 Total Other Expenditures $39,193.62 NET OTHER REVENUE $7,368.63 NET REVENUE $254,748.52 3793 MONROE COUNTY SHERIFF'S SHARED ASSET FORFEITURE FUND 2021 GRANT APPLICATION A licant Identification Name of Organization: I'Iomriii a Keys 001dimmen s. 916ter, line Address: 33 W°°°flgi i IllViint Read, Taeeu°°m ieii-, 55 33070 Authorized Representative: 1'3pen Kenimem°, CIIImIC Contact Person: Ben III"tem ivner, III'''''o Telephone: 30 -S5'2 4246 x230 Fax: 305-652-61302. .... 0 E-mail: BKeirniiner@FKCS.org Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency [ ] Private, non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501 (c)(3) or (4) IX ] Title of Project: Project 1I.,i hpiIIho Type of request: [ ] Recurring funds (e.g., operational costs) [ ] Non-recurring funds (e.g., capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $9,500 If your request is for multiple year funding One l°w only Will you be willing to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? [ ] Yes E]No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. )rgjeet UghUhouse is me at 36 street. em.mtm•ea(mJm prog mamei.m imp dtiie eamim°mb y choseurm to receive a timu°ee-yearn. fedeiral 6urmammt for the p :'ide6 lree°m Se �niir°ull:uemm 30, 2022 U'irrm ighi Se teu.im6er 29, 2025. tm.0 tii.mume 2022, we a�")pl.)dhed tern° $148,879 1.wer eaurP' aril ree6ee4 miotice hi tate6em. 2022 that; the ui°eq m st was apC)rove6 lim°m fti ll i..'he guwiL requires a m uiimihinum 10% ammurmumua� Ilbca� onatdh. If your organization has a Board of Directors,please list their names and addresses Supply a separate page here if you like. ->See following page This application addresses (please check all that apply): [ ] Law Enforcement [ ] Crime Prevention [ ] Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment [ ] Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults [ ] Cultural,Artistic, Educational, Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth p .M. . Date: . e � �Signatur � , �.... ---- e 3794 i CHUMEN'S SHE&�a "Safe Kids, Strong Families and a Healthy Community" Executive Council (Board of Directors) Brad Copeland Chair 12 Grayvik Dr., Key Largo, FL 33037 Jay Rourke Vice Chair 16900 SW 274 St. Homestead, FL 33031 Mike Puto Treasurer 700 89th St. Ocean, Marathon, FL 33050 Michele Rodriguez Secretary 1614 Steven Ave., Key West, FL 33040 Linda Falk Member 7 Angelfish Cay Dr., Key Largo, FL 33037 Theresa Java Member 419 Collins Street, Key Largo, FL 33037 Ashley Arrabal Member 309 Sound Dr. Key Largo, FL 33037 Diana Tweedy Member 418 S. Harbor Dr. Key Largo Dwight Hill Member 101 Villa Bella Drive, Islamorada 33036 Jessica Blass Member 1025 Duval Street #15C Key West Spenser Ryan Member 50 High Point Rd. Tavernier, FL David Depaz Member 12 Grayvik Dr., Key Largo, FL 33037 Marie Jacobs Member 31 Card Sound Road. Key Largo 3795 Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director, trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law; or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws,rules,regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. S. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. 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T,ruunyrr to you, 114%r cy I igIIIIIiiitlhotjse is urea to help IV-nuum6lless u�ft and the Illru r avoid rulllr;u°ul@°u�uull urulmuy y'u°.Ug urcrrll)Use, arid youth stay �ru� uro�� rurlh�� rrr,w rrr��urrry for ther°rrrrurnrnu.ruw .. u.uolltiirmrnu tely estalrHsh IlHfie p�urns to t:ecrurnrnru ruun irti',III°uuu 'inn rw. ru°rubers rf uru ieLy - 3 - 3797 °,iim��emu ° liie mr°m p..tie Morpmm a IlyKeymr h ll en r Sp'rm°rllltrrir is cornimitted to Ilbmmfldpaig Futures and ret,iiiiiting fbirniflies. It is mmr°m'prpm.ie y positioned to smmrmrwessf rplCy it uiiri 1)rAect pl liiii llpiylllll mmmu l'iaviu°°mg m m°m mrr'm pant' this prrurogir rn mmliiar rrm h6lpmrirrm thousands of rm ur;met yr:ummth 'i iiri, Monroe (-,Om. my Ill rml°.p eir themsepves. .p.'"lie faith and orffidrmnce eiri rusted to m.rmr Il y receMiiig mmmrmrrrm m 111 f, a signifimrm fed mr p purm nt, mrrllCifle urmm irry o ' mmiir Iprp kcant agencies do not receive fuiiiding, is a tesdirriony 1:o strrmm°m resr,mks. NabonaHy recognized Illy the C mmnr°plll on r,iirmm�dii � prmii°mp �mr: Ilh Ill a id � l sy � be has en r better I � " dlmlldrrny llml � m i r�y � m mrpir ymiummrr �mmmrty im n � e �Ugummrturr �� rr r � ym r ru°m�� lp , rr �rr' .e the r pp' ermsrmm'i e ie� � arm :. Ilh&eir four yrmmr�tt. in dMm� IIH riiiy' Ks, p�rirri sir mr pm�u many �� " yy youth durfiiiig the 2023 2024 fiscal year. � Its .' -bed srrhrI" I lll I m VrImll" �m �' mlrp � 4 l ages 10 y, �.h mm r:ein �mlllrmm�m rp, rrp°�mrmr�r�yr�:ned, uiiegle . p iiave� Ilrr . " p m Ilr�m y II a . run iir aye considered mmmrr rr uram �@rp� b heir r iir �rts� p y rm mrm Illllm t m° prmmrpm�� Illrm�mmu°m ppm��µrr a�mrr� mrmr rm rmmrr �rMum��. m h�llmr young p"m p�mrrolllr rr rwmm� rm � urmuprmmmiirft" for m�,�.rCusu s iiurmta ventioin &1d �. g. 1 rmrmmrr m,mm�III'pmrm t�mr%�Mkv/ IIC y y mmpr u� �.r mm a rmm m 'p mmmur� p III.iii pr m Ill rm ir rr r p ya� u�mmr iiiiir Key rrrm rm Ilmrrest�:that rfes ymrimra � miilllrmmirrmrpmm rmrrU y, prrmmrµ aged y y y III� ..y y�l�� a $ � � .., ry u ' �,. 0��I'es d�� clients�� .� � � �' he � h m p. Safe ..mi�r��.p r.frlu ,. r-mrrr��u�m r Illmiriimr t r rn m armiiris6llurma case ur urrm urrur^urmt mrm°mr� a°rm�l �p��irrr ,mmr�urrl y�lrrri'^,�:r Keys ,� ,,, ru t s Cp R'�yu,;r,ur' � arrmm.mnd seii' iuces to Ilher l°wm theirn trainsitiorii pmrtmr independent ICliimrilirm , Shp I ,Her empk)ys fiNre iilr1p firrme rrm.mr�rr� i��r:m mr�rmtlllrr ^r 263 ymrmmfll°m mrrmrmh year bea,imrmt: rrmnru the F Illrrm°`iirmr Keys Childrens heker'rr mrrrmrnurnuiirmfiity]�)ased IICrr rrprarra. 11asteii,-'s level cotjinseNors with offices all M"rMrmarroe ".ormm.muct°;y rmr;lirmmrmis prmro iicle crisis parterveiiiiti'm°murr, case mamr ge rirmmmnt, and iirmypmriii U'm.mr p, gil m.mlllr r .y � Epp, Classes at mmr°o��a�rrmmlllrr find rornrrrmmrfty r:eiriter , rrur pr'prprm ages 61jr wid °.marm� �ma°.mr�rlll rrmmrmurm�r�ppmr. prrmur nts tielpmr urer tier aggiir sire, Ibe,[mmmrriiirmr, 'murrmrrrmac to help prrm veiiir°mt firmtmmmmrrm 'pniv6llvernen mmrptIh pm ji,jvenile jrmmryice systeni Lo Project IIII� l �I , managed uui � �Ill��uui � pl u � � ii� Illrm� irmmm�ur I py r its m�mrraurri rmm�m�r f�rur rmmmr��r° 1 !y . m � ai Ihas a IIIMasteµr f ir�l�:: egiiir.�, pmr mr°m mr's p r.mype fr rur pre p�mriver ity of Sou h 114��II rid army' is Mrmrrirm ursed i1rir Ill y mar mwrm�.mptiair : far gan a crrrrmrurm mriii y co mr p r�frmr he F Ilr�u m ai Ilya �s pri11Or mr m pr ii � iiiir p�am .prq�r i is t p�:�,prmrid i�� rmmm rm gym �Ill�m urr III mmmm y r�mr s Shelter yIIC. � Beii Ilyrmm rmuriineir r 'rar y' i pr�rl�rpm .m year p the rmrrgainm mm�Mrmur. I..fie F:Iohda IIKeys Chiiipm rens Shelter has ri expertise, mrorminectirmns, arrrp Jai'Rc mers ri,ra mp r weir to r°°mxi'i Piii-pimt ui hthouse, mmmind has rm pmm'wrrtoury of solid finaiiicWs rmmmrrlll cash in the p'mmmmurk. "Ill...he rmrgrmu°rp 'pm°mmr has flllie capacity y r ect ri:: �� m�rmmr p4" m� 191lithoiiiise iiimmurdkm ss, bmmt, the m rrrmm.4ll grairit frorn tI[ie II'yirmariroe mm°mrun p�m iifff ylhar— , set p:m ry iii ure l!!!;m,jnd eirnlpowers the oirpiirmizatirmrm to provide quality, exp aiiim:p ry'services to,rm gili.eater urm.mri"O'mmrr of hornelless youths,s, and mmrlll°mireve t[te u"m"mmmtrmllr of loam and req,jiired for the federal gurmrurm , - 4 - 3798 in1'ne ymuM of ll'wrws wuct il Jiqhtlxmse is to o ornrnrlll'urolromrsiso YOUth-cent(,,ured lrmrsn6A of street.., lsosod ou°nd u:iro s...,liirr p oour�trmnr somsruloos to snot uusoruude of 't 34 ul°ruuA°mruwwrsd, homeless, olrrd stu°moot. youth ruurrrluusnlllllltr. ll he uultiirnrnnsto sis'iourw is to erw3 youth Illlhourno le r°r srs in IIMonroe t'iorulit:t as ul°°u nlossmurod uultlimsnatrnlld by domut°in untt:wupurirnr and rn�mintsnirmirnd safe,st:uwlllwlrn hotmiurtyt ilrrtorrruodisutolyr Iltbyr dw:mmwuth sssop°st'iiing oosmrur pslsurwr°nilr"ulg aIlrnd rwssessrrnrµlint selllrvices 't r" st n till° 11 mnuSllllnm:mmt, and irrnurnoriustollld by drustir ood,muirrlimrd Illrulsr)swlledge, §lr'i ft, and attitudes that IIreduce the irislr,s of street luttn mind build the puu otnuot ive factoulrs. i""'tno 1"druumulor; 'iouuul°rl. t;oust°:imsuuuuusni of t::isnr°o s II" t`.tr:'nulll ut finulruro r'u m.urrt:: on mwr'wm.uwnr '.. .t' idornt:itiod s t:mutsnl rrt , lroulrrnollrsss i ndividuusllls in Ildour°�nr oe Colr.uurnty.. Aiming tIP°nose wwer.o 26, lrorrnoless urnmrmour...'su I. rirrd (age tt.8),, 11, of tlr(°:nso, wwoulro 'iu„nl orrnrnr3ormrts shelter" died 9 wn eire Inurnshollltorod or ulrw s place Inot Iilriioom°°ut: for Ihwrllbitwmboirm, (�yr�wdtsul urn ttlr7r�tirwwyi of rm iinawsr'y, housmellerrs, aim ' street ° out::il°r will iwo w.m,ints tn 1) I)iiiipjec l it lVrilthl mumus street ouuutreadhn wwoud.r uo srmrt ottu:ursd gateway sour°oiices 'iumrlchidimng transportation,ration scroourliirry t s'ussossrllrlllwm�intm services aii-W assistance mu uro �� m ty sure 'iurdii^widuusulll'is.od lrsllrurr u�os:iuwrutirnulr puulllsuurt o u r ou�orutmur� d of d,nose contacted wsillll sccept. gateway, s�oi vices, thus gaining knowledge of wwhE:r re to rim°id Ilhnosll'tlsd food, sett°°o slruslt:;our, srnd the slkri ll!s to sicr°es s ssnto Illrs,lllps liim°°m exiting stu,,eet:; Illiiit'bt andl 33 will ornt:or°' ya'ouutlrl-triorurtl°t ernerttorrcyr uulllwunlllto.ulrm ( pr gr a gip... urutssuslu s Youth, oulwlo wwouuld mntlworwwisrru not tdol it: was pnossill)le, wolilll have the ollslpor muuilit:d to leave the streets. Youth who snrc st:uud,%, Iin rs suu"wE"val lltostydle wwlilll be olrolllrn to rinu°noo are] adjust to ssut'e arid a pprwwlllrrist;e Hviing rur°roulrr,tyor°oenls Youffili who swouuld otlhncu ri so rtrr Lintroatod swilll receive cou.umrsdlI nd and rurnodicol sttei ntiiousl tlru.uru irlrlllsro°slilmrg the w°twuwulllity of their Ilitow With o ssnto and sturmduuulired Ilsllsw°c to colrgrsndste airid study, �o dolrl.uttr are Illress fllkeld to become sirt:ir�m�rrs Of CIIIII'Me and also loss likely to corrnu,rrit crimes 'urn order to sm.um vivo. a.do COITH"IlMity init large sill rcnrdmt by having tcss� rosmolrss youth ur the strssts ln � ns or r � i c trrusfi - rnd cuu� miner s lrolllsp y mnusndrdso wwlt�icd wwr�lll msmsuls�� 'r�cssos o m ��s �� , M `% tou.urusto retuurrmmnd to the area. twro, MI do srurrm c � orut lh i purl tiro connri uuumli� who t�moso work m � d the rl readiness ness ornd social skills niis, wwmllll tuouwctut corrrouurnutyr businesses s�utiunll�ollr'iur°mrt for suu'idto rl oll lle oul° l'slllr:nto�c�s to tillll entu° A 2020 Project Lighthouse Project inrurnuoJ rlic s wwiil Ilbe rru iniited with t:ilrollrmm low..��,d ornrss. IIIII'wuulv,'J With KYAN(keys youth Action Network) orrn.' trrou IIC: ... II.191itllussrus r rlrwude III"ur'n ssIllslllru several lournd-rlliist::ornce m°oaurni Ilcatiollr°n services in .very °tsor, iuscluud'ill°myt t;rsnwcl mruurlll"'ms:lursos� oornllrlmwoll111rmtt wrritlll°n tsnrolillld rnlrsnlrr°ndrnrsu� to srMsuolllst. yror.uth back insto the l°norm�le, surnr:9 Ihelll°n'iliung dr:mornlllop cor°nsrrnu.uuu°nli at:ion and llsrol°uleurrin...sn°nlwiuwltny rslrlillllls. C., Baclirid arlid 3iiiii3urwiiiii iu arrir, ilrulliviect, Illll llgIllhthouse is iiiirrnlll"'musr°tsur�t to 113uriniroo t:ouun ly Id000ui se of tine Ill,��Iorldo Keys' usurld,uo apposnlll as a trrnlnlcai islaind destination t°D oseryorre, tir-ornn wealthy lilllrn�tonlllrnatliin"nr-nslll trssdllor�s to ktolrorniilali''I ^torntaI. — 5 - 3799 .cnIIG"neirt Gm Maii]NA3ir. s I i u!rrn i rccc Services GaIp ,nnn iynrnc of IlKey West and oinir 'c Cot.rnr r" iclr ntffied '1Irrrsticcc icrrn i°Ill r,nnnnll'essnn ssu as the urrnost r,nnricir.ccn &id m°:nlllnnnHcrrnging f�nn k jire of l.ncr nc'ieccrrrccrc in Il rKey West. 'IN'INo oi heir comiriniunity inn the USA irunnc nincrne nnnnr-iriatiinrc If°'i mrcricrlGrnc°°c 'indNi rna's than i°:Ilhe Keys. I!,!din cncnni 9 , '" and 99. %) of the Ilhoir n iess are i"rmcnrcn OLAside of IIMonroe cnu n ." IIiedl�ier they weire IIGc r°nm c;nnnci grew up nnn the Honda lien, emir esca�ping lheirc as aiiiii adveiiiiture des fir ia icunn, yotiriq people S urUggl e wiflt cn�i°her rnrniiicir,re chairacteristics of the Waii nd c;McnunInrI°nn�nrnity: MOM M DAI»Y 0 crccilG�-Iigi,.i iinncklc,rcccrc of nurncnn�:; l IIGn i� h needs, �and nnso rnics rice abiuse lcrnnlll e nnc According dinng to the Florida ida III cnirc�� Ilan titi .�i c�o Darr staii .��. r��nrnlll�s Qtt nationwide on access ten rnent61 heap ltin c u e .... an, esdim ted 633,000 Mrlda icnl'rcllltc with rnennt iiirnccs aind 116,000y � � u� ncnrc�rrn have n.nrn�nnnun�.mnrni.IlGc nu�lln c �n n n°°rierh" mends. here rnur ' mane iilken iiinnc�reased sinnce h cn lllnnc��nnll''�c �f C iIII':'r�1.� . IIC' crq,")it i fbi �mchavi inn��nc, nninrrnni: nnnrnlc, III':°°iw°°iiicn" IGncur� crnmirnii �nnrn� in'nw . '. mm .�� ccn°nni incrnnnil.i°n� crnr cmnr°°unllGcnnr�c�cl �: �:i'�rrn rest off.the nation, n r°nlllks in the boftcnir°nn-"' Illm immnc,''G ..__... n n 'nnL)cninc ,2[ i..,nmiirgc; nuii nbers of ycnui,rt:i'n cnnincirleµrnciirn y nr I!I c or d''iflid nrlGncurnse - irrin nrsk''M, er tr'iicnrn it wrnnlln i arid/or cEn r.ndll, resthting in a ini hei, iir�n§lln fnr irnrnnrrnfirig away aind hormkssness. Dtiring the FY i — 2,02113 of F i... [,')ept. of hiidre n & Fanniiicrn'r they per na°ec1 601. investigatioiiis and iiiir°n the F:Y 2023 _. 202. �n�ci"mcinvestigations,� nr.nc ' regarding IIb se nll@egadcrnc lia Monroe County. ft is rnnninnrcn nnm how rnnrnurr ° of i:;lllncnsc irn° ecnt'iga iccr°nrn call°)starni":illated nni""nr.ise. F:: r. prmevk:m�I ...nnG rnnnned sh,eet nnr.n ll'), Ibeing on the streets presents t even Ilrnlglll.ieir ihsks cif en niirio:nl in nnuurrrinnnrri sexjucnd'nc'rr victirnization, card sex or Illnnincnr traffickiing accorlikigto statistics. I�D. I°" uur° Imr nnnlliInnn I I 21.ec I,Iilgi IIGi lllll� n snc nninrrc ten serve II'�nc°;ntlln ir.rnar e urncl tnrnriM cnn.nl°:i°n iinrinn iir n Mohr°nncu County ages or n cnnnnn nnn who are incnnnn lace or Illike to become in nrnciennn:. ICnn 2023 fiscal'I year, ilnc IGcncm nrnrnru scanned 1. 11,:5 ciienni.:cc nnrncicn the age off" ' .IG.. )ncijnrnc Lighbiinncrnne strives to be ai nccmnr.iirce thait wflii re-di.nce cr°ime arid cr.nirrstaiirncrc cnic�use am uc°nnnicc the streets of Key West nn IlLncn ;ieir inlllnnc;e!fbir nnl'lll residents mind nniclii :mnr. Cornbined data Irm nnru 354,,organizations cn r vier°n i himAreless YOLAIn 111 iationdIy suggest l r 11 i nr, gay, bisexijM, ernd raiinisge nnl �r youtln corq)irise r.nllGn to 4,01% of c°nlierni s 1'lll,., Ipproacli 14ediod nc IG' iiix&ct LigIhthouse, team' consists of the Illnrrmn u.nnrrun c oomn i. 'iirn tmnn, two street crr.rtrreac n mor n,rnirrr1;r and volunteers. nie staff rn i vollc.riinteercn n crnlllc in street teams of two with the resimsibifty of vi ilrirn sine:'ci is street cites nnr°ni a nlnnii , week1y, nriind rnonthiy basis wheir°e street nnr.r h aii'"e known or reported to be aind staffing the outreach c:crirfteiir, i"""lie street tearrrc distribute it°n mnnrnnnct'iinrrn i nrnat riicnlllnn irn the assigned areas, rc16llke personal contact rni.Jlr°n street cwrwa' Illl, distribute Scrin iVcli imrtc. invite street cnuni.11n' to rnnlllnc r,r inn of t:1nc Incur° „�� I Illlln ,lnnnrucnr° m creinterr, nnrn cnnlllicc;m data, iencn i nn id specific, nTMegairciirn the Ill n„ Wocaticrnncn nnrn l needs of the street rrnr.hh. Outreach te rnn s tait cry:: 0 K� 1 ower Il Keys, aind es cecii IIIIG cn nrtom"i Key West, area�� daRy, I")eirfbirirn at Veal: cnrrncr iate urrigh c°cn.r n ranch weekly, and urge t1nc Middle aind i.Jlpnper Keys rc at least rnrrmnrndGciym ..111 he - 6 - 3800 drrmpru-flurm cermter is oprrmrm on weekdays unrmarsliste ntiy, vaii,yingi film"°Ilium pur°m the lateu.Ewe n'prlrp uurmrp maim weekends, ds, and at otl'�er times 'or specific e ruunts and as ru edeci iiwrqjea I°iithouse prurmrrrprprn s s ullivinruull rurnrmrp mwn lim.m a youth, activity centem Illruc p:rmup liir°n DowimLovom, Il rKe West, where youth r°rr prmr,r:mu rm to congregate. "I prim drop...in center II,.°Irn pulrtuulirmru ru urllrnlilrnprrnmurrn of ur nrrmll'm.i n e rs at aH p.liiu°n es to uumssimsp: pll p"rllprc)�mriat"m m.mm� of therm 'pNiiity, which feat ullr mr ruu'rp:pn amr Il�rlanmlllrliia�n. nu public a rrm°mu°nn nl1 .11n umll!n 'pru, p.rnlllprnunnmmmmm Illummrnprm stereo, m°rmruliirnmulll 'par :a ruarmmr kiu�xlry cur°mangy nrrlip:;lll°n mruummulll°nmrr rna"nd u:h (em°'m um fl°rru llhrmrom aiihd showeir, a pmnnnrm u°)r wid'm stirvival food avdilalble, an office area I:dgll)['io mrn and corlrnlll'nn.m °rnrrrm and a prulPu m with rn anrmrrru pru board wm educationia rinateH6ls. urn'nlproui pail°°nit rujrirbe�'s fm seivices pliiprru food IlhrrurmJllrr°m aird how to aplii)ly for f'bod nr umnmrmpr are rn)&. pr posted ru that rm rmur°m if OULh di'�mrmrm rr not to discuiss issues widi rmmubrmmm,urch stziff, tliey mrmpplll Ilpbe urlhrllrr have ru self,, dirnnd:ed rullrprui-oath to finding avaflable re uururrMes. 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HYGIMIYE rTEMS $600 FOOD AND WATER $1,020 SUPPILMES $1,200 (Such alP backpacks, socks ai�'W Uii xloiweaii) T(YTA,L $1l 89,61.7 1��edeiral Grarit $148,879 114(,Airoe County Sheiriff's Stwir,ed Asset Forfbitt,iire Ftmrid $9,500 Ottier [Irivate Durotions $31,238 "l Ile Florida Keys Shdteii- has seveir4 rriont us' w(Arth of in the I,)airmkl pkis savings, the I)rqjed: I,gum lullftlimjse Ilprogirairirt IlLmmrmm.mefts firorn sl-tarecl cost of tlhe office rirmirmger, comqputer systeirns, rnarkebirg and fuindiiaising, and other expenses. G., SumWiiinability ]Phe I)rc&kift I ighthouse pm ogll-n ffm is the recipient of" a three-year haderal grant providirx.) exceHe�it sustainabflity. 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HYGIENE IrTEMS $600 FOOD III $1.020 MISCELLANEOUS SUP UE (Such as bac'kpacks, socks wld Underwear) TOTAL EXPENSES $172,558 �Note that IIProj*2cl, UI igli 11 u e, III rso r rce'Frrrry firm-kind suI Ill ort: frorn ttlEl c rrnmu pity in 2023 .m rraimer ly, gffbs of new arid used clothing and y ierie SUpI IRes, Ilbrrikhrig irnater,46 lrr froirn Horne Depot, volk,criteer, Ihoours, hoUiiday gifts, and reduced rent cornpared W Key West fa iir rnarket, ral,e - 9 - 3803 Liz Yongue From: Abel-Corie <Abel-Corie@ Mon roeCou nty-FL.Gov> Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 10:54 AM To: Liz Yongue Cc: Shillinger-Bob Subject: Voting Conflict-Raschei n Attachments: Voting Conflict May 2025 BOCC Raschein.pdf Follow Up Flag: Follow up Flag Status: Completed Good after-noon, Attached ws a vodng confhct for. Mer-r-ffl IIR,aschewn for- the I y 2025 IBOCC rneed lip g :I tern �N2 T h a lip Ik S, C o r-w e Core Abel Executive Assistant Holly Merrill Raschein Commissioner District 5 Monroe County 102050 Overseas Hwy, Suite 2-234 Key Largo, FL 33037 (305)453-8787 (Office) Courier Stop #26 Ala el,-Corie@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov www.nionroecounty-f0.gov 71 Monroe County, Florida "The Florida Keys" PLEASE NOTE: FLORIDA HAS A VERY BROAD RECORDS LAW. MOST WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS TO OR FROM THE COUNTY REGARDING COUNTY BUSINESS ARE PUBLIC RECORDS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC AND MEDIA UPON REQUEST. YOUR EMAIL COMMUNICATION MAY BE SUBJECT TO PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. 1 ............................................. .............................. ....... FORM 8B MEMORANDUM OF VOTING CONFLICT FOR COUNTY, MUNICIPAL, AND OTHER LOCAL PUBLIC OFFICERS LAST NAME—FIRSTITNAME—MIDDLE—NAME .................NAME OF BOARD,COUNCIL,COMMISSION,AUTHORITY,OR COMMITTEE Raschein Holly Board of County Commissioners ..................................... .T......................... MAILING ADDRESS THE BOARD,COUNCIL,COMMISSION,AUTHORITY OR COMMITTEE ON 102050 O/S Hwy WHICH I SERVE IS A UNIT OF: El CITY 4COUNTY El OTHER LOCALAGENCY CITY ......... Key Largo Monroe NAME OF POLITICAL SUBDIVISION: DATE ON WHICH VOTE OCCURRED 05/21/2025 ELECTIVE EJ APPOINTIVE ........................................... .................................... .......................................................... WHO MUST FILE FORM 813 This form is for use by any person serving at the county, city, or other local level of government on an appointed or elected board, council, commission, authority, or committee. It applies to members of advisory and non-advisory bodies who are presented with a voting conflict of interest under Section 112.3143, Florida Statutes. Your responsibilities under the law when faced with voting on a measure in which you have a conflict of interest will vary greatly depending on whether you hold an elective or appointive position. For this reason, please pay close attention to the instructions on this form before completing and filing the form. ..................... ...... ................. ............... ................. ....................................... ................ INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 112.3143, FLORIDA STATUTES A person holding elective or appointive county, municipal, or other local public office MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which would inure to his or her special private gain or loss. Each elected or appointed local officer also MUST ABSTAIN from knowingly voting on a measure which would inure to the special gain or loss of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he or she is retained (including the parent, subsidiary, or sibling organization of a principal by which he or she is retained);to the special private gain or loss of a relative; or to the special private gain or loss of a business associate. Commissioners of community redevelopment agencies(CRAs) under Sec. 163.356 or 163.357, FS., and officers of independent special tax districts elected on a one-acre, one-vote basis are not prohibited from voting in that capacity. For purposes of this law, a "relative" includes only the officer's father, mother, son, daughter, husband, wife, brother, sister, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, and daughter-in-law.A"business associate" means any person or entity engaged in or carrying on a business enterprise with the officer as a partner,joint venturer, coowner of property, or corporate shareholder(where the shares of the corporation are not listed on any national or regional stock exchange). ELECTED OFFICERS: In addition to abstaining from voting in the situations described above, you must disclose the conflict: PRIOR TO THE VOTE BEING TAKEN by publicly stating to the assembly the nature of your interest in the measure on which you are abstaining from voting; and WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE VOTE OCCURS by completing and filing this form with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting,who should incorporate the form in the minutes, APPOINTED OFFICERS: Although you must abstain from voting in the situations described above, you are not prohibited by Section 112,3143 from otherwise participating in these matters. However, you must disclose the nature of the conflict before making any attempt to influence the decision, whether orally or in writing and whether made by you or at your direction. IF YOU INTEND TO MAKE ANYATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH THE VOTE WILL BE TAKEN: • You must complete and file this form (before making any attempt to influence the decision)with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting, who will incorporate the form in the minutes (Continued on page 2) ................................................... ................................... .......... CE FORM 8B-EFF. 11/2013 PAGE 1 Adopted by reference in Rule 34-7 010(1)(f).F.A.C, APPOINTED OFFICERS (continued) • A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency. • The form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed. IF YOU MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION EXCEPT BY DISCUSSION AT THE MEETING: • You must disclose orally the nature of your conflict in the measure before participating. • You must complete the form and file it within 15 days after the vote occurs with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting,who must incorporate the form in the minutes.A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency, and the form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed. .._.M ......... ........ _. DISCLOSURE OF LOCAL OFFICER'S INTEREST I Holly Merrill Raschein hereby disclose that on May 21 20 25 (a)A measure came or will come before my agency which (check one or more) inured to my special private gain or loss; inured to the special gain or loss of my business associate, P 9 Y � , inured to the special gain or loss of m relative, X/ inured to the special gain or loss of M` f� by whom I am retained; or inured to the special gain or loss of which is the parent subsidiary, or sibling organization or subsidiary of a principal which has retained me. (b)The measure before my agency and the nature of my conflicting interest in the measure is as follows: If disclosure of specific information would violate confidentiality or privilege pursuant to law or rules governing attorneys, a public officer, who is also an attorney, may comply with the disclosure requirements of this section by disclosing the nature of the interest in such a way as to provide the public with notice of the conflict. Date File Signature NOTICE: UNDER PROVISIONS O F FLORIDA STATUTES 112.317, A FAILURE TO MAKE ANYIT_ _....,______...,_,_.......,______.....,______...........,_.....______...______..........,______........ § REQUIRED DISCLOSURE CONSTITUTES GROUNDS FOR AND MAY BE PUNISHED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: IMPEACHMENT, REMOVAL OR SUSPENSION FROM OFFICE OR EMPLOYMENT, DEMOTION, REDUCTION IN SALARY, REPRIMAND, OR A CIVIL PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED $10,000. CE FORM 8B-EFF.11/2013 PAGE 2 Adopted by reference in Rule 34-7 010(1)(1),F.A,C, Liz Yongue From: Lamarche-Tamara <|amarche-tamara@monroecounty^flgov> Sent: Wednesday, K4ay28' 2025 1:52 PM To: Liz Yongue; ShiUinger-8ob Cc: Rice-David Subject: RW: Item N2 voting conflict waivers Attachments: NV[ RICE K4AY21 2025 N2(7)9df, FORM 88V[ RICE N2(7) K4AY21 20259df Attached uo well io the Form 8BfurvutinAconflict. To complete Comm. Rice's Notice of Voting Conflict for N2(7)on May 21,202S. Tamara Lamarche, Executive Assistant Commissioner David P. Rice, BOCC District 4 B4OO Overseas Highway, Ste. 21O Florida Keys Marathon International Airport Marathon, FL33O5O 305.289.6000 Board ofCounty Commissioners Monroe County, Florida "The Florida Keys" PLEASE NOTE: FLORIDA HAS 4 VERY BROAD RECORDS LAW. MOST WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS I00K FROM THE COUNTY REGARDING COUNTY BUSINESS ARE PUBLIC RECORDS AVAILABLE I0 THE PUBLIC AND MEDIA UPON REQUEST. YOUR EMAIL COMMUNICATION MAY BE SUBJECT I0 PUBLIC DISCLOSURE. Please consider the environmentwfien diecid|mg *vlieth erlo print fl'i is emw/|. From: Lamarche-Tamara Sent:Wednesday, May Z8, ZUZ51:37PM To: Liz Yon8ue<eyon8ue@monroe'derkzomx; Shi||in8er'Bob<Shi Ili n8er'Bob@ Mon roeCounty'FL.Govx Cc: Rice-David <Rice'David@MonroeCounty'FL.Govx Subject: RE: Item NZ voting conflict waivers Whoops! Wrong attachment. Here io the NVC. z a u �w,,� BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONER County of Monroe Mayor James Scholl,District The Florida Keys Mayor Pro TernMichelle Coldiron, District 2 Craig Cates,District 1 Holly Raschein,District 5 David Rice, District 4 DAVID P.RICE,COMMISSIONER 9400 Overseas Highway, Suite 210 Marathon Airport Terminal Building Marathon, FL 33050 O 305.289.6000 E boccdis4@monroecounty-fl.gov Interoffice ,Memorandum Date: May 28,2025 To: Kevin Madok, Clerk of the Court County Clerk's Office From: Commissioner David Rice, District 4 RE: NOTICE OF VOTING CONFLICT Per Florida Statute 112.3143, I hereby disclose by written memorandum that I will abstain from the vote on certain issues brought before the Monroe County Board of Commissioners with entities with which I am involved. I will abstain from the vote on issues concerning the following entities: Guidance Care Center,Inc., a private,not-for-profit entity,which receives some of its operational funding from the County, as I currently sit on the Board of Directors of the Guidance Care Center. At the May 21,2025 BOCC meeting,I will abstain from the vote on item(s): #N2, sub-item #7 (Sheriff s Office) Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 2025 Grant Approvalfor Guidance Care Center Copy of agenda item listing from lite Revised Agenda for each of the referenced items)is included for documentation. ATT. State Form 8B Memorandum of Voting Conflict for County,Municipal,and Other Local Elected Officers Lamarche-Tamara From: Shillinger-Bob Sent: Wednesday, May 28, 2025 1:05 PM To: Lamarche-Tamara; Hunt-Kacey Cc: Liz Yongue Subject: Item N2 voting conflict waivers Attachments: Form 8B.indd.pdf Ladies: Both Commissioners Rice (Item 7 Guidance Care Center) and Lincoln (Item 3 AHEC) recused to themselves from voting on individual grants under Item N2. Please complete then file the attached voting conflict forms for your respective commissioners with the clerk within 15 days of the May 21 st vote. RR Bob Shillinger �� County Attorney Monroe County Attorney's Office 1111 12th Street, Suite 408 Key West, FL 33040 Y j (305) 292-3470 CITY,COUNT &LOCAL (305) 292-3516 (facsimile) GOVERNMENT LAW Note, Florida has a broad public records Iaw.A Any information you send to this address, including your contact information, may be subject to public disclosure.A 1 N2 COUNTY of NR E 0 R 0 0- ,�� .�.�c��M��► . �r . Mayor James K.Scholl,District 3 The Florida Keys Mayor Pro Tern Michelle Lincoln,District 2 y Craig Cates,District 1 David Rice,District 4 !' Holly Merrill Raschein,District 5 Board of County Commissioners Meeting May 21, 2025 Agenda Item Number: N2 2023-3950 BULK ITEM: Yes DEPARTMENT: Sheriffs Office TIME APPROXIMATE: STAFF CONTACT: AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 2025 Grant Approval. ITEM BACKGROUND: PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION: Approved INSURANCE REQUIRED: No CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: DOCUMENTATION: BOCC Approval Letter.pdf #32 Florida Keys Healthy Start Coalition, Inc..pdf #1 Literacy Volunteers.pdf #2 Easter Seals.pdf #3 Florida Keys Area Health Education Center(Keys AHEC Health Centers).pdf #4 Key West Preschool Co-Op.pdf #5 Good Health Clinic.pdf #6 Keys to Be the Change.pdf #7 Guidance Care Center.pdf #8 Dolphins to Stop Domestic Violence.pdf #9 A Positive Step.pdf #10 Monroe Emergency Reserve Corps (MERC).pdf #11 MARC House.pdf #12 Salvation Army.pdf #13 Last Resort Ministry.pdf #14 Kids Come First in the Florida Keys.pdf #15 Boy Scouts of America.pdf #16 Educational Coalition for Monroe County (ECMC).pdf #17 Samuel's House.pdf #18 Zonta Club of Marathon.pdf #19 Grace Jones Community Center.pdf #20 Womankind.pdf #21 Autism Society.pdf #22 Wesley House Family Services.pdf #23 Volunteers of America of Florida.pdf #24 Anchors Aweigh Club.pdf #25 Key Wst Botanical Garden Society.pdf #26 Heart of the Keys Recreation Assoc. aka Marathon Rec Ctr..pdf #27 Independence Cay.pdf #28 KAIR(Keys Area Interdenominational Resources).pdf #29 Pawsitive Beginnings, Inc..pdf #30 Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation.pdf #31 Florida Keys Children's Shelter.pdf FINANCIAL IMPACT: Source of Funds: MCSO Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund First Page of the Application: (Limit one page, except as noted below): licant Identification Name of Organization: Guidance/Care Center, Inc. Address: 3000 41 st Street Ocean, Marathon, FL 33050 Authorized Representative: (name &title) Maureen Dunleavy, Regional Senior Vice President Contact Person: (Matters regarding this application) Maureen Dunleavy Telephone: 305-896-5964 Fax: 305-292-6723 E-mail: maureen.dunleavy@westcare.com Type of Organization: (Check One) State, County or Local Government Department or Agency [ ] Private, non-profit organization,pursuant to 26 U.S.C. 501(c)(3) or(4) [ X] Title of Project: Accurate Assessment for Diagnosing ADHD in Children and Adults Type of request: [IRecurring funds (e.g., operational costs) Non-recurring funds (e.g.,capital expenditures, one-time costs) Amount of request: $9,640 If your request is for multiple year funding,please check here❑ and attach a separate page describing the future plan. Will you be filling to submit to this Board a full account of what you are doing with these funds? MYes ❑No From what other groups have you requested funds and what was the result? Supply a separate page here if you like. It will not be counted as part of the total page count. If your organization has a Board of Directors, please list their names and addresses or you must designate three or more individual residents of Monroe County to be responsible for the uses of the fund. Supply a separate page here if you like. This application addresses (please check all that apply): ❑ Law Enforcement Crime Prevention Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention and Treatment Mental and Physical Health of Minors and Adults ❑ Cultural,Artistic, Educational, Recreational and Sports Programs for Monroe County Youth Date: 'Signature: N Please note: Because Sunshine Laws of the. State of Florida apply to these proceedings; any information in this application may be available to the public. Certification by Applicant I hereby certify: 1. All information included in this application is true. 2. A separate accounting of all shared funds received will be maintained subject to accounting requirements and practices employed under state and local law for recipients of federal, state, or local funds. 3. Compliance with Federal Civil Rights laws. 4. Compliance with all federal laws that apply to the applicant. 5. No officer, director,trustee, fiduciary of the applicant has been: a) convicted of a felony offense under federal or state law;or b) convicted of any drug offense 6. No shared benefits will be used for political or personal purposes. 7. No shared benefit will be used for any purpose that would constitute an improper or illegal use under the laws, rules, regulations, or orders of the state or local jurisdiction in which the applicant is located or operates. 8. Your organization is not and has never been found to be in violation of any federal, state or local civil rights laws. 9. Your organization is not and has never been under investigation by or been notified of the filing of a civil rights complaint with any federal, state or local agency responsible for civil rights matters. Applicant's Signature: _ Applicant's Name Maureen Dunleavy (Printed) Abstract: A brief summary of the project (who, what, where, why, when, how and how much). Guidance Care Center's Accurate Assessment of ADHD in Children & Adults offers medical psychiatric services to treat the diagnosis of ADHD. Until now, it has been difficult to achieve adequate screening and assessment for ADHD because traditional screening procedures are subjective, time consuming and expensive. In addition, ADHD is usually treated with psychostimulants. Knowing that substance use and misuse is prevalent in the Florida Keys, proper assessment and testing is critical to avoid prescribing to those who have substance abuse issue, misuse, and may sell their medications. Medication response to ensure treatment is effective is also crucial. QbCheck is computerized assessment technology for ADHD, which can generate objective cognitive data in an efficient and cost-effective way. QbCheck is a FDA-cleared diagnostic assessment measures treatment in ADHD. This means once a diagnosis is verified the test can be given at different time points to ensure the medication treatment response. QbCheck is a web-based platform for in-office and the tests are compatible with laptops with built-in webcams. It is suitable for children and adults ages 6-60. The test process includes a 1 5-- 0-minute objective test based'on age and a brief ADHD rating scale with immediate results. We are requesting a total of$9,640 to purchase and install software and assessment testing tools for all outpatient sites. Our request is one-time and will be sustained with our current funding once hardware and assessment bundle are purchased. A. Introduction. Describe the overall organization, its qualifications relevant to this request, and its capacity to manage the project. For the past 52 years, the Guidance/Care Center, Inc. (GCC) has provided Comprehensive, Integrated Community Behavioral Health Services (Mental Health, ;Substance Abuse and Primary Care) to adults, children and families all ages. GCC is the centralized receiving facility for all behavioral health services in Monroe County including the full continuum of care which includes crisis support, outreach, prevention, mobile crisis response, psychiatric, intervention, individual, group family therapy„ psychosocial rehabilitation, medication assisted treatment, crisis stabilization and transportation for those who are disadvantaged. GCC has the only detoxification center and the only Assisted Living Facility for those with mental illness in Monroe County. In addition, mental health and substance abuse services are also co-located at every school throughout the district and at the juvenile detention center. GCC also provides services at the adult detention center as the Jail In- House Program is residential substance abuse treatment for inmates who are eligible for the program while serving their sentence. GCC has 14 programs accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) since 2003. GCC works collaboratively with other agencies, schools, private providers, law enforcement, hospitals and other behavioral health providers to support and enhance the benefits to our clients, consumers and other stakeholders. GCC serves all clients regardless of ability to pay through funding by the state of Florida. Important to note that this funding is fee for service versus cost reimbursement, so funding is only received through staff and the service time. The proposed project will directly impact mental health care for minors and adults as well as crime and drug prevention through the achievement of adequate screening and assessment for ADHD. This diagnosis is usually treated with psychostimulants. Knowing that substance use and misuse is prevalent in the Florida Keys, proper assessment and testing is critical to avoid prescribing to those who have substance abuse issue, misuse, and/or to those who may sell their medications. In addition, medication response to ensure treatment is effective is crucial. ClbCheck is an online ADHD test that supports early identification, assessment and treatment of ADHD. It is a computer-based test that objectively measures the core signs of ADHD: hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention. During the test, a number of symbols will appear on your computer screen. Individuals push the spacebar when a certain symbol) appears. Meanwhile, a webcam uses facial recognition technology to track movements during the test. After test completion, test result is compared with individuals of the same age and gender, who have ADHD and those who do not. Together with other clinically relevant information, the comparison to the age and gender matched groups will inform GCC prescribers about the presence of ADHD symptoms the individuals response to ADHD treatment. GCC has the resources and infrastructure to successfully install and maintain the desired testing system. The application is accessible on the equipment used at the Guidance/Care Center and can be accessed through web-based platform. B. Goals, Obiectives and Outcomes (What needs to be done). Supply documentation of the need if it is available. This project will accomplish two goals: 1. Improve mental health care for minors and adults by: a. Providing a means for accurate screening and assessment of ADHD b. Assist psychiatric prescribers by providing an additional objective measure of the core symptom area in the diagnosis and treatment of ADHD in adults and children. c. Measure treatment response and symptom reduction. 2. Improve crime and drug prevention by: a. Creating a check and balance for ADHD stimulant medications prescribed. b. Reduce substance misuse and drug sales of stimulants by ensuring that those who receive these medications need them and at the dosage they receive. C. Sack round and Significance (Why the project is important to the community). Children and adults with undiagnosed ADHD can develop significant problems which affect all aspects of their lives. Studies indicate that up to 50 percent of children with ADHD can continue to experience significant symptoms in adulthood. Adolescents with ADHD have higher rates of motor vehicle crashes, substance abuse, and school dropout. In early adulthood, ADHD may be associated with depression, mood or conduct disorders and substance abuse. Adults with ADHD often have inconsistent performance at work or in their careers; difficulties with day-to-day responsibilities; experience relationship problems; and may have chronic feelings of frustration, guilt or blame. The goal of ADHD treatment is to improve symptoms, optimize functional performance, and remove behavioral obstacles. Medication is effective for treating ADHD symptoms, and studies suggest that earlier identification and treatment may improve longer-term educational, work, and social outcomes. The first step in successful treatment is a proper diagnosis. It has been difficult to achieve adequate screening and assessment for ADHD, because traditional screening procedures are subjective, time consuming and expensive. In addition, ADHD is usually treated with psychostimulants. Knowing that substance use and misuse is prevalent in the Florida Keys, proper assessment and testing is critical to avoid prescribing to those who have substance abuse issue, misuse, and may sell their medications. Conventional psychological tests have been used successfully for diagnosing ADHD in adults and children but are at high expense. Comprehensive psychological evaluations for ADHD can cost between $1000 and $3000, and are not covered by most insurance, as well as the limited availability of psychologists and facilities in our area, who perform these tests. After the evaluations are complete, the patients still needs to locate treatment providers, whether it be for medication, or behavioral therapy. The computerized assessment technology for ADHD, which can generate objective cognitive data in an efficient and cost-effective way. QbCheck is a FDA-cleared for the diagnostic assessment and to measure treatment in ADHD. This means once a diagnosis is verified the test can be given at different time points to ensure the medication treatment response. QbCheck is a web-based platform for in-office and the tests are compatible with laptops with built-in webcams. It is suitable for children and adults ages 6-60. The test process includes a 15-20 minute objective test based on age and a brief ADHD rating scale with immediate results. D. Target Population (Who will be served specifically? Age? Gender? Special circumstances) The primary target population will be residents ages 6-60 years requesting medications for ADHD. E. Approach Method. (How will the project be done? Where will it be done? When? What staffing is required?) Testing can be done immediately prior to psychiatric visit and in combination with other assessment methods of the biopsychosocial, self-report and subjective measures. The QbCheck testing takes 15-20 minutes and will be done at our outpatient offices. Current support staff can assist clients in the set up to test and results will be immediately available to prescriber at the individual's psychiatric evaluation or medication management visit, so no additional staffing required. F. resources and costs. (How much will it cost? Include detailed budget. What other resources are available for the project? Describe the organization's fiscal capabilities.) There is no other source of funding for equipment or assessment tools. Current medical funding is all inclusive fee for service as designated by service rates by State of Florida managing entity and/or insurance providers. Medical funding is limited and over expended every year, but GCC ensures services to uninsured or underinsured regardless. Client Laptop Equipment and the web-based platform are the only expenses. Expense detail as follows: QbCheck Testing Plafform Bundle � $6608 .. ............ �. _ �- _..... ...w_�. .. _ g . ....... _._. � Client Laptops with webcam for testing $3032 total $9 640.00 IT ..._...... .... G. Sustainability(For projects that may be asking for funds for more than one year, how will the project be sustained upon termination of this funding?) Not applicable H. Financial Statement, (Income and expense report for the previous year.) Guidance/Care Center FY 24 Income Statement Revenue Federal Funding 1,344,319 State Funding 9,431,095 County Funding 1,350,326 City Funding 4,500 Other Grant 81,789 Client Fees 902,870 Fund Development 9,612 Other Revenue 22,890 Total Revenue 13,147,403 Operating Expense Salary 7,483,162 Benefits 1,432,759 Food Service 116,017 Occupancy 254,736 Program Maintenance/Supplies498,689 Consulting 322,533 Travel 98,707 Furniture & Equipment 53,620 Repair& Maintenance 172,165 Vehicles 93,549 Office/Advertising/Insurance 862,398 Other Expenses 10,545 Management/Administration1,597,709 Total Expense 12,996,590 EBITDA (Operating Income) 150,813 Non-Operational Expenses Taxes 565 Amortization/Depreciation 254,105 Total Non-Op Expenses 254,670 NET SURPLUS/(DEFICIT) (103,857) G IDANCIC.4.RE CE" W'1"'E INC. - COMMUNITYACHaV C"O `;e C"IL MEMBERS: Rick Ramsay, Chair Monroe County Sheriff 5525 College Road Key West,FL 33040 (305) 292-7001 (work) (305)292-7099(fax) rmmrain ava 6iilkeysso,net Field:Law Enforcement Michael Cunningham,CEO- Florida Keys AHEC 5800 Overseas Highway #38 Marathon, .FL 33050 (305) 743-7111 (work) mcu��nim:,hrn&"" "1�;.ahee.ortt Field: Administration/ PR Community Ed.— Since 2011 Jean Barber, BSN 210 Shore Ave, Key West, FL 33040 (305) 304-0564 (cell) j,pqnbarber8 c mrail,com a aan �i;cloud, orn Field: Nursing/Community Health— Since 2018 Billy Davis, CEO-A Positive Step 5503 College Rd. Key West,FL 33040 (305)304-1969 g12.5!cc� c tol.,co Field: Social Services — Since 2021 Christina Clark,BSN 127 South Rolling Hill Road Tavernier, FL 33070 (305) 852-0757 (home) (305) 360-3189 (cell) (305) 852-0757 (fax) +chc127(ri'bel[south.netField: Nursing/Community Health— Since 2018 Michele White,BA 670 La Fitte Rd. Little Torch Key,FL 33042 (786) 445-7863 micl-reie.wl ite(ir" rst orizon.c,orra Field: Banking— Since 2024 Sherry Read,MSA- NAM1 member 1509 Patricia Street Key West, FL 33040 (305)294 2648 (305) 304 3039 Sheri r2Vrrr Field:Health Service Admin. — Since 2014 Elena Spottswood, BS 532 Caroline St. Key West,FL 33040 (305)395-1931 elenaVr gttswKood 'gap orn Field: Community Advocate-Since 2018 Marsh Wolfe- 150 Edgewood Dr. Marquette, Ml 49855 (305)797-6879 mar h ol�f +i4 iunail cone Field: Community Mental Health— Since 2017 Rev. December 2024 wt(-' rc ,uidance Ca_rg Cgutgj:,i2024 112ard of Diregtgrg and Ufficcra t-Larfi e L)irect1m Rick Ramsay — Chair Monroe County Sheriff s Office 5525 College Road Key West, FL 33040 (305)292-7001 Work(Direct) (305) 292-7099 Fax ¢g:fL sav,(i l 8� 0.n t, w t, AC=niittee Directors James (Jim) L. Wadhams Black& Wadhams Attorneys 10777 West Twain Ave. Suite 300 Las Vegas,NV 89135 (702) 869-8801 Work (702) 869-2669 Fax jlwadhanjs&black.wadhgms.law William (Bill) Ekstrom, Jr. 1516 S. Paloma Blanca Pl. Kingman,AZ 86401 (928) 308-7434 Cell Thomas (Tom)J. Walsh, II 180 28th Ave. North St. Petersburg, FL 33704 (727) 552-1947 Work (727) 823-0749 Home (727) 552-1440 Fax tm�lsh(7westcare c . Doris Hope Michaux 3440 Stembler Ridge Douglasville, GA 30135 (678)715-5547 Home(preferred) (678) 761-5273 Cell r — la � al l com Mary A.Y. Okada PO Box 3566 Hagatna, Guam 96932 (671) 735-5700 Work (671) 734-1003 Fax (671)777-3216 Cell to rncc. du, Lo + eativc if-pit Richard(Dick) E. Steinberg— President PO Box 94738 Las Vegas,NV 89193 (702) 385-2090 Work - (702)448-8100 Fax L to nbcrg� , estcax�.com -@ recigr EX-!QMAzi2 Qfficgrs Ken Ortbals, CEO of WestCare Guidance Care Center, Inc. PO Box 94738 Las Vegas,NV 89193 (702)385-2090 k.en.ortbalsLe w stcare.corn Linda Erath, Treasurer and Secretary of WestCare Guidance Care Center, Inc. PO Box 94738 Las Vegas,NV 89193 (702) 385-2090 ti . rath(a�,Nvestcare.co ........ FORM' M 813 MEMORANDUM"MOM ANDUM OF VOTING CONFLICT FOR. COUJ TY, MUNICIPAL,I ICIPAL, AND OTHER LOCAL PUBLIC OFFICERS ......... LAST NAME—FIRST NAME—MIDDLE NAME NAME OF BOARD,COUNCIL,COMMISSION,AUTHORITY OR COMMITTEE RICE DAVID P MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ............. MAILING ADDRESS THE BOARD,COUNCIL,COMMISSION,AUTHORITY OR COMMITTEE ON 9400 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY, SUITE 210 WHICH I SERVE IS A UNIT OF: CITY COUNTY ❑CITY 2fCOUNTY ❑OTHER LOCALAGENCY ............. MARATHON MONROE NAME OF POLITICAL SUBDIVISION: DATE ON WHICH VOTE OCCURRED MAY 21, 202�J MY POSITION IS: ELECTIVE ❑ APPOINTIVE WHO MUST FILE FORM 813 This form is for use by any person serving at the county, city, or other local level of government on an appointed or elected board, council, commission, authority, or committee. It applies to members of advisory and non-advisory bodies who are presented with a voting conflict of interest under Section 112.3143, Florida Statutes. Your responsibilities under the law when faced with voting on a measure in which you have a conflict of interest will vary greatly depending on whether you hold an elective or appointive position. For this reason, please pay close attention to the instructions on this form before completing and filing the form. .............. INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 112.3143, FLORIDA STATUTES A person holding elective or appointive county, municipal, or other local public office MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which would inure to his or her special private gain or loss. Each elected or appointed local officer also MUST ABSTAIN from knowingly voting on a measure which would inure to the special gain or loss of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he or she is retained (including the parent, subsidiary, or sibling organization of a principal by which he or she is retained); to the special private gain or loss of a relative;or to the special private gain or loss of a business associate. Commissioners of community redevelopment agencies (CRAB) under Sec. 163.356 or 163.357, F.S., and officers of independent special tax districts elected on a one-acre, one-vote basis are not prohibited from voting in that capacity. For purposes of this law, a "relative" includes only the officer's father, mother, son, daughter, husband, wife, brother, sister, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, and daughter-in-law. A"business associate" means any person or entity engaged in or carrying on a business enterprise with the officer as a partner,joint venturer, coowner of property, or corporate shareholder (where the shares of the corporation are not listed on any national or regional stock exchange). ELECTED OFFICERS: In addition to abstaining from voting in the situations described above,you must disclose the conflict: PRIOR TO THE VOTE BEING TAKEN by publicly stating to the assembly the nature of your interest in the measure on which you are abstaining from voting; and WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE VOTE OCCURS by completing and filing this form with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting,who should incorporate the form in the minutes. APPOINTED OFFICERS: Although you must abstain from voting in the situations described above, you are not prohibited by Section 112.3143 from otherwise participating in these matters. However, you must disclose the nature of the conflict before making any attempt to influence the decision, whether orally or in writing and whether made by you or at your direction. IF YOU INTEND TO MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH THE VOTE WILL BE TAKEN: • You must complete and file this form (before making any attempt to influence the decision)with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting,who will incorporate the form in the minutes. (Continued on page 2) CE FORM 8B-EFF.11/2013 PAGE 1 Adopted by reference in Rule 34-7.010(1)(f),F.A.C. APPOINTED OFFICERS (continued) • A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency. • The form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed. IF YOU MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION EXCEPT BY DISCUSSION AT THE MEETING: • You must disclose orally the nature of your conflict in the measure before participating. • You must complete the form and file it within 15 days after the vote occurs with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting,who must incorporate the form in the minutes.A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency, and the form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed. DISCLOSURE OF LOCAL OFFICER'S INTEREST DAVID P. RICE MAY 21 25 I„ , hereby disclose that on , 20 (a)A measure came or will come before my agency which (check one or more) inured to my special private gain or loss; inured to the special gain or loss of my business associate, inured to the special gain or loss of my relative, inured to the special gain or loss of by whom I am retained; or inured to the special gain or loss of which is the parent subsidiary, or sibling organization or subsidiary of a principal which has retained me. (b)The measure before my agency and the nature of my conflicting interest in the measure is as follows: #N2(7): Monroe County Sheriffs Office: Shared Asset Forfeiture Fund 2025 Grant Approval: Sub-item 7: Guidance/Care Center, Inc. in the amount of$9,640. If disclosure of specific information would violate confidentiality or privilege pursuant to law or rules governing attorneys, a public officer, who is also an attorney, may comply with the disclosure requirements of this section by disclosing the nature of the interest in such a way as to provide the public with notice of the conflict. May 28, 2025 Date Filed Signature NOTICE: UNDER PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA STATUTES §112.317, A FAILURE TO MAKE ANY REQUIRED DISCLOSURE CONSTITUTES GROUNDS FOR AND MAY BE PUNISHED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: IMPEACHMENT, REMOVAL OR SUSPENSION FROM OFFICE OR EMPLOYMENT, DEMOTION, REDUCTION IN SALARY, REPRIMAND, OR A CIVIL PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED$10,000, CE FORM 813-EFF.11/2013 PAGE 2 Adopted by reference in Rule 34-7.010(1)(f),F.A.C. Liz Yongue From: Hunt-Kacey <Hunt-Kacey@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov> Sent: Monday, June 2, 2025 12:18 PM To: Liz Yongue Subject: Form 813 for Commissioner Lincoln (BOCC Meeting 5/21/25) Attachments: AGENDA ITEM N2 BOCC REGULAR MEETING 5-21-25.pdf, LINCOLN FORM 813 - AGENDA ITEM N2 5-21-25.pdf Hi Liz, Please find attached the Form 8B for Commissioner Lincoln, from the BOCC Regular Meeting on5/21/2025.Also attached is a copy of the agenda item, N2. N2 was for grant approval forvarious organizations. Commissioner Lincoln recused herself from voting on the individual grant for item #3, as it was forAHEC which the Commissioner sits on the board of directors. Thankyou, (Kacey Hunt, Executive Assistant Commissioner Michelle i....incoin, BOCC District 2 243 Key Deer Blvd Big Pine Key, FL 33043 (305) 292-4512 i . .............. FORM 813 MEMORANDUM OF VOTING CONFLICT FOR COUNTY, MUNICIPAL, AND OTHER LOCAL PUBLIC OFFICERS ............... ......... LAST _N�A Mi=FlkST NAME—MIDDLE ME NAME OF BOARD,COUNCIL,COMMISSION,AUTHORITY,OR COMMITTEE Lincoln Michelle Ann Monroe County BOCC . . ...J .............. MAILING .... ........... ....... THE BOARD, COMMISSION,AUTHORITY OR COMMITTEE ON iAILINGZ61R�S"S " 243 Key Deer Blvd. WHICH I SERVE IS A UNIT OF: ILI CITY *COUNTY L3 OTHER LOCAL AGENCY CITYOUNTY NMOnrOe AME OF POLITICAL SUBDIVISION: Monroe County DATE ON WHICH VOTE OCCURRED MY.POSITIO N IS: 5/21/2025 Oil ELECTIVE Q APPOINTIVE WHO MUST FILE FORM 813 This form is for use by any person serving at the county, city, or other local level of government on an appointed or elected board, council, commission, authority, or committee. It applies to members of advisory and non-advisory bodies who are presented with a voting conflict of interest under Section 112,3143, Florida Statutes. Your responsibilities under the law when faced with voting on a measure in which you have a conflict of interest will vary greatly depending on whether you hold an elective or appointive position. For this reason, please pay close attention to the instructions on this form before completing and filing the form, .......... INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 112.3143, FLORIDA STATUTES A person holding elective or appointive county, municipal, or other local public office MUST ABSTAIN from voting on a measure which would inure to his or her special private gain or loss. Each elected or appointed local officer also MUSTABSTAIN from knowingly voting on a measure which would inure to the special gain or loss of a principal (other than a government agency) by whom he or she is retained (including the parent, subsidiary, or sibling organization of a principal by which he or she is retained);to the special private gain or loss of a relative; or to the special private gain or loss of a business associate.Commissioners of community redevelopment agencies(CRAB)under Sec. 163.356 or 163.357, F.S., and officers of independent special tax districts elected on a one-acre, one-vote basis are not prohibited from voting in that capacity. For purposes of this law, a "relative" includes only the officer's father, mother, son, daughter, husband, wife, brother, sister, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, and daughter-in-law. A"business associate" means any person or entity engaged in or carrying on a business enterprise with the officer as a partner,joint venturer, coowner of property, or corporate shareholder(where the shares of the corporation are not listed on any national or regional stock exchange). ELECTED OFFICERS: In addition to abstaining from voting in the situations described above, you must disclose the conflict: PRIOR TO THE VOTE BEING TAKEN by publicly stating to the assembly the nature of your interest in the measure on which you are abstaining from voting; and WITHIN 15 DAYS AFTER THE VOTE OCCURS by completing and filing this form with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting,who should incorporate the form in the minutes. APPOINTED OFFICERS: Although you must abstain from voting in the situations described above, you are not prohibited by Section 112.3143 from otherwise participating in these matters. However, you must disclose the nature of the conflict before making any attempt to influence the decision, whether orally or in writing and whether made by you or at your direction. IF YOU INTEND TO MAKE ANY ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION PRIOR TO THE MEETING AT WHICH THE VOTE WILL BE TAKEN: • You must complete and file this form(before making any attempt to influence the decision)with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting,who will incorporate the form in the minutes. (Continued on page 2) CE FORM 8B-EFF 11/2013 PAGE 1 Adopted by reference in Rule 34-7 010(1)(f),FA C, APPOINTED OFFICERS (continued) • A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency. • The form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed. IF YOU MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO INFLUENCE THE DECISION EXCEPT BY DISCUSSION AT THE MEETING: • You must disclose orally the nature of your conflict in the measure before participating. • You must complete the form and file it within 15 days after the vote occurs with the person responsible for recording the minutes of the meeting,who must incorporate the form in the minutes.A copy of the form must be provided immediately to the other members of the agency, and the form must be read publicly at the next meeting after the form is filed. DISCLOSURE OF LOCAL OFFICERS' INTEREST Michelle Lincoln hereby disclose that on May 21 st 20 25 (a)A measure came or will come before my agency which (check one or more) inured to my special private gain or loss; inured to the special gain or loss of my business associate, ; inured to the special gain or loss of my relative, inured to the special gain or loss of ............ by whom I am retained; or inured to the special gain or loss of which is the parent subsidiary, or sibling organization or subsidiary of a principal which has retained me. (b) he measure before my agency and the nature of my conflicting interest in the measure is as follows: I am on the board of directors and therefore recused myself from the vote. If disclosure of specific information would violate confidentiality or privilege pursuant to law or rules governing attorneys, a public officer, who is also an attorney, may comply with the disclosure requirements of this section by disclosing the nature of the interest in such a way as to provide the public with notice of the conflict. 5/30/2025 Date Filed Signature mNOTICE: UNDER PROVISIONS OF FLORIDA STATUTES §1m1m2.317, A FAILURE T _ _ _w�. ............ O MAKE ANY REQUIRED DISCLOSURE CONSTITUTES GROUNDS FOR AND MAY BE PUNISHED BY ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: IMPEACHMENT, REMOVAL OR SUSPENSION FROM OFFICE OR EMPLOYMENT, DEMOTION, REDUCTION IN SALARY, REPRIMAND, OR A CIVIL PENALTY NOT TO EXCEED $10,000. .. _.. .. ...... .,.,. CE FORM 813-EFF. 11/2013 PAGE 2 Adopted by reference in Rule 34-7.010(1)(f),F.A C.