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City of Santa Ana CDBG Scope of Work Program Year 2019-20 (July 1, 2019 - June 30, 2020) Name of Organization America On Track Name of Funded Program Brighter Futures for Children of Prisoners Annual Accomplishment Goal Unduplicated Participants anticipated to be served during the 12-month contract period. 125 TOTAL I 1 125 Santa Ana Participants 1 100% 1 1251 Low Income Participants 100% Schedule of Performance Unduplicated (estimated) Quarter 1: JUL 1 - SEP 30 Quarter 2: OCT 1 - DEC 31 Quarter 3: JAN 1 - MAR 31 Quarter 4: APR 1 - JUN 30 Program and Funding Description Estimated America On Track's Brighter Futures for Children of Prisoners is a multi -faceted program for vulnerable youth. The interactive components are: Caring mentors; STEM workshops; "College is For Me Too!" camp; free books' special outings; and nutrition seminars plus wraparound services for the families. America On Track's Brighter Futures for Children of Prisoners Program specifically addresses the needs of the most vulnerable, often overlooked population - children of prisoners. Not only do they face the stigma of having a parent who is incarcerated, but they often live in impoverished conditions where they are more likely to be exposed to gangs, drugs and other illegal activities. Brighter Futures is a holistic and comprehensive program that provides children and families with education and resources to build their confidence, stay motivated for the future, and break the cycle of poverty and incarceration. For over 15 years, Brighter Futures has served vulnerable OC children and their families, inspiring and empolwering them to work hard, set and achieve their goals, and break the cycle of poverty and incarceration. Program activities and components are offered throughout the year on the following schedule: - One-on-one Mentor Sessions: 3-4 meetings (for a total of 8 hours) per month, for a minimum of 1 year -STEM Workshops: Quarterly - College Is For Me Too! Summer Camp: Annually in July - Caregiver Seminars: Quarterly - Holiday Party: Annually in December -Special ACT Outings: 3-6 per year The overall goal of Brighter Futures for Children of Prisoners is to provide a safety net for children of pisoners and their mothers/caregivers. Over the long term, we strive to see these children blossom into productive adults rather than follow in their parent's footsteps. The program's short-term goals are to help our youth improve their academic skills, become more confident, abstain from drugs, set goals for the future, and limit the likelihood of future involvement in the criminal justice system. CDBG funding will be used for program staff salaries and indirect expenses. EXHIBIT A