TITLE
Title
FY26-27 NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY (NCDPS) YOUTH FOCUS GRANT
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SPONSOR
Sponsor
J.J. Greeson
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BACKGROUND
Background
This agenda item seeks to accept the FY27 North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NCDPS) Youth Focus Grant totaling $49,574 and appropriate the associated budget within a grant project ordinance. NC Department of Public Safety (NCDPS) would like to continue assisting with funding the Youth Focus “HEARTH Transitional Living Program” in Guilford County.
Guilford County served as a funding facilitator (pass through agency) for funds since Fiscal Year 2023. The current HEARTH program model provides supportive housing for youth ages 18-21 who are experiencing homelessness, with on-site supervised, yet independent living environment. During the program, youth gain needed independent living skills. Transitional housing along with living expenses and programming relating to independent living skills are provided to all participants. Participants set transitional goals specific to their situation to transition from the program into stable housing; including obtaining their high school diploma or a GED and /or a college degree; receive vocational training to gain and maintain employment; development permanent connections with caring adults, and improve the social-emotional well-being to fulfill a transition into independent living. The program accepts referrals statewide and expects to serve approximately two (2) youths during this fiscal year.
NCDPS will take on all responsibilities for vetting the program’s services and expenditures and will disburse funds to Guilford County monthly to reimburse Youth Focus “HEARTH Transitional Living Program”. Guilford County will not be required to complete any monitoring, financial reviewing, etc., only schedule monthly reimbursements based on NCDPS disbursements.
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BUDGET IMPACT
Budget Impact
Grants Fund
FY 2026-27 NCDPS Youth Focus Grant
$49,574 appropriation to Gr...
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