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June 01, 2001
Governor John Engler has awarded $656,217 in funds for summer programs incorporating drug and violence prevention, education, and other related activities. Detroit and Southeast Michigan will receive $180,000 in funding.
"I am proud to support these programs that are making a positive difference in the lives of Michigan citizens." said Engler. "These summer education and prevention efforts are extremely important in our fight against drugs."
"These grant dollars will play an important role in these communities," said Michigan Office of Drug Control Policy Director, Craig Yaldoo, "By encouraging positive activities, we can prevent drug and violence problems."
Child and Family Resource Council in Grand Rapids, is receiving $10,000 for an eight-week summer program "In Touch With Teens." The program plans to serve 90 youth, ages 13-18, and their parents. In addition to learning violence prevention skills, the program will enhance the youths respect and improve communication with family and friends.
The Muskegon Youth Development Program in collaboration with Reeths-Puffer Schools in Muskegon, is receiving $20,000 for a nine-week summer program. The educational and vocational program plans to target 20-30 youth, ages 14-17, and their parents. The Muskegon Probate Family Court refers these emotionally impaired juvenile offenders. They will participate in a structured work experience, receive academic tutoring, and drug and violence prevention programming.
Temple United Methodist Church in Muskegon Heights, will receive $60,000 for an eight-week summer youth program targeting 153 youth and their parents. The "Asset Building" program is designed to develop nurturing relationships between caring adults and youth; develop social, parenting and dispute resolution skills; develop employment skills, provide mentoring services, and give youth an opportunity to participate in community service activities.
Winning Inc. of America in St. Joseph, will receive $40,000 for a summer youth program targeting 400 youth, aged 5-12 years old, and their parents. Youth referred to the program reside in Benton Harbor public housing developments. Prevention programming will include the research-based Life Skills program developed by Dr. Gilbert Botvin, and the nationally known Quest program. Participants will be assigned to a mentor who will provide education and prevention, increase literacy, and teach conflict resolution strategies. Mentors may include prevention specialists and local police officers.
Prevention Works, Inc. in Kalamazoo, will receive $35,000 for a summer prevention program serving 250 youth, ages 13-18, and 50 parents during the 13 week program. The program will provide youth and their parents with drug and violence prevention information using visual and performing arts, music videos, guest speakers, and peer-led dramas to strengthen their decision making skills and change behaviors.
Bloomingdale Public Schools in Bloomingdale, is receiving $15,000 for the H.O.P.E.S (Helping Others Progress-Educational Success) summer program targeting 6th-8th grade students. The goal is to change youth attitudes and behaviors, and reduce the conflicts that arise when youth move from the elementary school to the high school in September 2001. The program provides knowledge, teaches conflict resolution, mentoring, and career-building skills. Parents will also interact with the Student Assistance Team to continue discussion and work activities at home to encourage behavioral changes.