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City of Santa Ana CDBG Scope of Work Program Year 2023.24 (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024) Name of Organization America On Track Name of Funded Program Brighter Futures for Children of Prisoners Annual Accomplishment Goal Unduplicated Partici ants anticipated to be served during the 12-month contract period. 744 TOTAL I I 144 Santa Ana Participants 1 100%1 144 I Low Income Participants 100 Schedule of Performance Unduplicated Estimated (estimated) Participants Invoicing Quarter 1: JUL 1 - SEP 30 36 $ 12,317.00 Quarter 2: OCT 1 - DEC 31 36 $ 12,317.00 Quarter 3: JAN 1 - MAR 31 36 $ 12,317.00 Quarter 4: APR 1 - JUN 30 36 $ 12,317.00 144 $ 49,268.00 anu runumg uuscnpuun America On Track's Brighter Futures for Children of Prisoners is a multi -faceted program for vulnerable youth. The interactive components are: STEAM workshops, College is For Me Too! camp, free books, special outings, nutrition seminars, and caringmentors plus wraparound services forthe families. America On Track's Brighter Futures for Children of Prisoners Program specifically addresses the needs of the most overlooked population — children of prisoners. Recent statistics show that 65.2%of children who lost a parent to incarceration in their childhood are convicted of a crime by the time they are 25 years old. However, with our program and in spite of having parents, older brothers, cousins and uncles in and out of the system, the wonderful children (ages 7-16) that we work with are eagerto have new opportunities and our positive outcomes reflect this. In Orange County alone, there are over 20,000 children of prisoners and they mostly livein impoverished conditions where they are more likely to be exposed to gangs, drugs and other illegal activities. AOT helps break the cycle of poverty and incarceration because Brighter Futures is a holistic and comprehensive program that provides children and families with education and resources to build their confidence and stay motivated for the. future. Because children of prisoners areat a higher risk of educational failure, early substance use and abuse, and coming into contact with the juvenile justice system, America On Track has implemented a unique and free 5-component program to guide them on a successful path to a brighter future: * STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering,: Arts & Math) activities * An inspirational summer educational college camp at CSUF * Qualified, trained mentors serving as positive role models * Free special events designed to provide joy in their lives * Free books year-round and wraparound services for the entire family The visionary aspect of interweaving into their very limited lifestyles the STEAM component, plus the opportunity to experience the joy of college life, plus cultural and fun outings with AOT staff as well as with their mentors creates a reality of brighter futures for these children of prisoners who now have a chance to achieve their goals. These program activities work synergistically, reinforcing positive core values, education and self- esteem. The overall goal of Brighter Futures for Children of Prisoners is to provide a safety net and brighter futures for children of prisoners 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 them become confident and productive, stay drug -free, stay in school, increase interest in STEAM subjects, and set goals for the future as well as reduce risk behaviors and reduce the likelihood of future involvement in the criminal justice system. CDBG funding will be used for program staff salaries and indirect expenses. EXHIBIT A