Agenda packet — Human Services Committee, February 27, 2025 (part 1 of 2)

1 HUMAN SERVICES

STANDING COMMITTEE MEETING
Thursday, February 27, 2025
1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M.
130 Cremona Drive, Suite B
Goleta, California
Councilmember Luz Reyes-Martin
Councilmember Stuart Kasdin
JoAnne Plummer, Neighborhood Services Director
Cassidy Le Air, Senior Management Analyst
Melissa Cure, Management Assistant
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AGENDA
I. Public Comment
II. Review of Fiscal Year 2025-2006 CDBG Grant Applications & Capital Projects
III. Support to Other Agencies Program
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MEMORANDUM
DATE: February 27, 2025
TO: Human Services Standing Committee
FROM: JoAnne Plummer, Neighborhood Services Director
Cassidy Le Air, Senior Management Analyst

SUBJECT: Item II. Review of Fiscal Year 2025-26 CDBG Grant Applications & Capital Projects Item II. Review of FY 2025-26 CDBG Grant Applications & Capital Projects The 2025-26 Combined Goleta City Grant and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) grant cycle opened on December 12, 2024, and closed on January 31, 2025. During the application period, staff held two mandatory informational workshops which over 105 applicants attended, representing 90 unique organizations.

For this grant cycle, the City received ninety-four (94) applications requesting $873,156 in funding for both the CDBG and City Grant programs. Sixteen (16) of the applications requested CDBG funding. This is an increase over last year’s 88 (eighty-eight) applications totaling $721,522.81. Applications were divided into 11 categories: CDBG, Educational Programs, The Arts, Food/Nutrition, Programs for Low Income & Homeless, Programs for Seniors, Recreational Activities, Youth Programs, Environmental/Wildlife and Animal Programs, Community Engagement, and Miscellaneous Programs.

The Human Services Standing Committee is expected to hold three public meetings over the next four weeks, one focusing on reviewing applications for the 2025-26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program and two to consider the larger pool of applications for the Goleta City Grant program. The Committee’s funding recommendations will be presented to the City Council during two meetings, with the CDBG recommendations scheduled for the first meeting in March to comply with the strict timelines required by the federal Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the final City Grants awards to be awarded in early June.

Community Development Block Grant Program
Since 2004, the City of Goleta has received an annual allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The primary objective of the CDBG program is the development of viable communities, decent and affordable housing, and expanded economic development opportunities for persons of very low, low, and moderate incomes. As a CDBG entitlement community, HUD requires CDBG program grantees to prepare a Consolidated Plan (Con Plan) every five years.

The Con Plan includes detailed demographic information, a market analysis, and needs assessment related to housing, homelessness, and other non-housing needs, including public services and infrastructure. Grantees must prioritize needs and detail the jurisdiction’s strategies for addressing them. The Con Plan must also articulate how the City intends to address the goals of the CDBG program, which include providing decent housing and a suitable living environment through quantifiable goals and objectives.

The City of Goleta conducted a Consolidated Plan Survey in collaboration with members of the CDBG Urban County Partnership and HOME Consortium to provide quantitative data with community input. The survey, available online in English and Spanish, was distributed through email and social media channels. A total of 437 residents and 45 organizations participated, providing valuable insights into priority needs across public facilities, infrastructure improvements, housing, public services, and economic development. These results are integrated throughout the Needs Assessment and Market Analysis of the Consolidated Plan to ensure alignment with community priorities. Staff will be holding a public meeting in March to provide the opportunity for public comment and input, in addition to a 30-day review period.

The priority needs and goals that are being recommended for the following five fiscal years include:
• Enhance public services for low- and moderate-income youth, seniors, and residents with special needs
• Prevent and reduce homelessness
• Improve public facilities and infrastructure
• Address material barriers to accessibility
• Ensure equal access to housing opportunities
CDBG Public Services Applications
To carry out the goals of the CDBG Program, the City relies on nonprofit organizations by offering sub-recipient grants on a competitive basis to organizations that provide needed services in support of low- and moderate-income persons in Goleta and other community needs and goals established in the Consolidated Plan.

Of the City’s allocation from HUD, a maximum of 15 percent may be used for sub-recipient grants to non-profits for Public Services. Currently, the FY 2025-26 allocation is unknown. We are utilizing the current allocation of approximately $43,937 for budgeting purposes to estimate the amount of available funding.

The table below shows the organizations which applied for CDBG funding. Other organizations indicated that they were applying for CDBG funding but either did not request $10,000 or more, did not capture the information required by HUD, or were otherwise deemed to be ineligible under the public services category. Those applications will be considered for City Grant funding.

Applicant Project/Program
FY 25-26
Amount
Requested
Home Sweet Home Senior Veteran Housing 10,000
Mosaic Therapy Collective Therapy for Disadvantage Populations 10,000 OMG Youth Sports OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub:

Inspire, Achieve, Explore 10,000
Channel Islands YMCA After School Programs 10,000
Family Service Agency of Santa Barbara
County Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program 10,000
Hospice of Santa Barbara Support for Goleta Patients with a LifeThreatening Illness 10,000 Isla Vista Youth Projects, Inc. dba LEAP LEAP Family Resource Center 25,000 NBCC, dba New Beginnings Safe Parking Shelter and Rapid Rehousing Program 20,000
Organic Soup Kitchen Basic Needs: Nutrition and Food Security 11,000 People's Self-Help Housing Corporation Supportive Housing for Low-Income Households 15,000
Santa Barbara Alternative to Violence
Project Community Intervention Program 25,000
Santa Barbara Police Activities League Goleta Beach Ocean Enrichment 20,100 St. Vincent's Institution Low Income Family Strengthening Program 10,000 St. Vincent's Institution Fr. Virgil Cordano Center Services for Homeless 10,000
Transition House Shelter and Services for Homeless Families 10,000 Unity Shoppe, Inc. Client Services and Job Smart Programs for Low Income 10,000
Total $216,100
In addition to meeting goals established by the Consolidated Plan, CDBG-funded programs must meet the following national objectives within the City of Goleta. 1) benefit low and moderate-income persons;
2) eliminate slum and urban blight; or
3) meet community needs in the event of an emergency.

The City focuses its CDBG program on awarding funds to organizations that help meet the first national objective, benefiting low and moderate-income persons. The full applications are provided in Attachment 1.

All applications that are not chosen for CDBG funding will be considered for funding under the City Grants Program.

CDBG Capital Projects
Of the City’s allocation from HUD, 65 percent of the annual allocation is utilized for Capital Projects for Public Facilities and Infrastructure projects. Currently, the FY 2025-26 allocation is unknown, and staff is estimating a status quo of approximately $190,396 based on the current allocation for Fiscal Year 2024-25. City staff have evaluated current public facilities and improvement projects, and it is recommended the Captial Improvement Project (CIP) funding be utilized for the Mathilda Park Improvement Project.

In 2019, the renovation of Mathilda Park was identified in the City of Goleta’s Capital Improvement Project (CIP) List as CIP #9113. The park had experienced significant drainage challenges on the east side of the playground, which also threatened the integrity of the playground equipment. Upon deeper examination of the site, the following scope of work items were identified as critical improvements: replacement of the playground equipment, defined turf space, drought tolerant plant materials, drains under the playground, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements.

In 2020, Mathilda Park received approximately $145,000 in CDBG funding. In 2021, City staff secured funding from the California Department of State Park Office of Grants and Local Services (OGALS) in the amount of $177,952.

On December 2, 2024, construction bids for the Mathilda Park Improvements Project were opened. The City received two (2) bids, with the apparent lowest responsible bidder coming in 31% above the engineer’s estimate. As a result, City staff are recommending that the City Council reject all bids at the March 18, 2025, City Council Meeting. City Staff plan to revisit and refine the scope of work in non-critical areas where cost-savings could be tenable and rebid the project with completion slated to occur in early Fall of 2025.

City Staff are requesting the entire $190,396 in Public Facilities (Capital Improvements) CDBG funds be allocated to the Mathilda Park Improvements project to close the funding gap and allow the project to move forward. In the event additional funding is made available, or the full allocation is not utilized for Mathilda Park, staff is recommending any remaining or additional monies be directed towards ADA and Electrical System improvements at the Goleta Valley Community Center.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Community Development Block Grant Applications

2. Mathilda Park Capital Request

ATTACHMENT I
Community Development Block Group Grant Applications
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Channel Islands YMCA
St. George Youth Center
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/31/2025
2:57:22 PM (Pacific)
Project Contact
Raul Macias
[email protected]
Tel: 805.863.6389
Additional Contacts
none entered
Channel Islands YMCA
889 Camino del Sur
Isla Vista, CA 93117
United States
Executive Director
Craig Prentice
[email protected]
Telephone805.685.9170
Fax
Web https://www.ciymca.org/locations/stgeorge-youth-center-ymca Application Questions top
Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
The Channel Islands YMCA is a charitable association providing programs based upon Christian principles to men, women, and children of all races, religious beliefs and economic status to develop and enrich the spirit, mind and body.

The St. George Youth Center achieves this mission by providing safe, accessible, and supportive programming to vulnerable youth and their families. Our programming as well provides volunteer and community engagement opportunities for youth in pursue of expanding our mission to better the surrounding communities. Lastly, Youth experience greater safety and wellbeing while they develop the skills and lasting relationships needed to build a successful future.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

Established in 2002, The St. George Youth Center (SGYC) located at 889 Camino del Sur provides bilingual and bicultural after-school programs for youth grades 5-12 and serves as a safe drop-in center away from gang activities, alcohol, and other
drug use. The Youth Center provides academic assistance, leadership development, alcohol and drug use prevention activities, and fitness and recreation activities for youth during the high-risk afterschool hours and during summer break.

The St. George Youth Center provides academic tutoring and homework help daily throughout the school year from 2:30pm-6:30pm Monday through Friday and with flexible hours to accommodate early release days. Through afterschool programs offered at the St. George Youth Center, we improve the physical and emotional health of approximately 200 youth participants and promote a greater sense of purpose, selfworth, and self-discipline; improve school attendance and grades among participants; empower parents to successfully navigate the junior high and high school system; assist students wishing to enroll in college; and provide much needed recreational and social activities. The center as well provides an expansive cost-free summer program for local youth between the ages of 10-17 which helps low-income working families during school closures. Youth experience engaging curriculum including art, theater programs, recreational outdoor activities, field trips, and even free lunches. St. George Youth Center is a critical asset to youth and families of Goleta for the past two decades and aims to continue its impact for many years. The program is monitored by the Program Director alongside with the Executive team and its board members. The City of Goleta funds will be specifically used to cover salaries, benefits, and taxes related to the staff who work with youth.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

Last year we served 209 youth in afterschool and enrichment programs, 96% or 201 youth were Goleta residents

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

The St. George Youth Center prevents future problems and conditions by providing supervision, access to resources, and support from a trusted adult role model so students have academic support and encouragement. Without a safe place to go
with engaging activities, stable adult relationships, and accessible role models, local youth are at risk for drug, alcohol, and tobacco use; school failure and drop out; and gang participation. More than 90 percent of our constituents are Latino and come from families in the low- and extremely low-income categories.

Parents working multiple low-wage jobs
One-time or annual community event (concert, creek cleanups, festival, etc.) Youth programs
Senior programs (food/nutrition, education programs, day activities, etc.) Environmental/wildlife/animal welfare programs
Public services for low-income residents/homeless
Educational programs
Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other:
to provide basic needs such as food and shelter and struggle to provide youth with adequate extracurricular activities, transportation, and supervision. Our program is free of charge to families who need support and care.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

Throughout the school year, St. George provides afterschool leadership building programs for youth throughout Goleta and Isla Vista. The work being done at St. George creates a safe and encouraging environment for youth in the close-knit community and for all throughout Santa Barbara. In fact, St. George currently services youth from 6 different surrounding schools. During the summer, in a time that often adds additional stressors to families without access to childcare and without the ability to pay for summer programs, St. George Youth Center provided full summer programming to youth. These programs included daily activities to support their physical and mental wellbeing, rotating between 6 core topics; Theater, Art Exploration, Volleyball, Zumba, Cooking, and community service. The center also works on drug prevention endeavors and works with
several key community partners to ensure supportive services are offered to youth.

According to a recent California Healthy Kids Survey, by 12th grade 40% of Sanat Barbara Students have tried alcohol or drugs. According to the Santa Barbara Opioid Safety Coalition report youth drug related deaths are increasing and there is an
emerging crisis with fentanyl use amongst youth. The St. George Youth Center directly provides prevention through safe spaces, caring mentors and education.

Funding

8. Would the City's grant funding leverage other resources, such as supporting joint partnerships, matching funds, or cost sharing, or otherwise serve to catalyze other initiatives? If yes, please explain.

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

This funding would in part support a five-year federal Drug Free Communities Grant which requires a oneto-one match. The grant would also show support for the center along with other local cities whose residents we support to leverage foundation gifts.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
All services at the center are free. The St. George Youth Center is funded through foundations, government funding, UCSB Associated Students, and through our annual fundraising campaign and special event. The requested funds are important to
supporting the breadth of available services. To make up for any partial funding received, the Board and leadership staff will remain active in identifying alternative resources, or as a last resort, reduce the provision of services most likely during school breaks and summer.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
More than 90 percent of our constituents come from families in the low- and extremely low-income categories. 88 percent of constituents speak Spanish as their primary language at home. For 82 percent of households, high school was their highest degree earned. We see income information during the enrollment process.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

The Channel Islands YMCA completed its most recent 2023-24 fiscal year audit by a 3rd party firm. We rotate firms every 3 years to ensure an unbiased opinion. There were no significant findings or deficiencies reported to our Board of Directors.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
The Channel Islands YMCA Board of Directors meets six times per year during which time financial statements for the association are reviewed and approved. The Santa Barbara YMCA Board branch board of managers reviews and approves financial statements each month.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

There are no fees charged for services at the St. George Youth Center. We rely solely on fundraising efforts, mostly grant writing to sustain operations.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Kimberly Kiefer, Parks & Recreation District (805)-680-4300 Jill Sharkey, Professor UCSB & Psychologist (805)453-5747 47,952,873 Total Assets ($)
5,499,995 Total Liabilities ($)
47,952,873 Total Net Assets ($)
53,452,868 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
154,858,609.00 TOTAL
CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

Not Applicable
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 38 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
142 Very low income (30-50% MFI)
27 Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
0 Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
207.00 TOTAL
Budget top
Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 4,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Federal $ 15,245.00 $ 0.00
State
County
Municipal
School District
Foundations/Trusts
Donations/Fundraising $ 24,085.00 $ 34,085.00
Fees
Other $ 61,814.00 $ 62,000.00
Application ID: 488944
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Total $ 105,144.00 $ 106,085.00
Funding
Uses/Expenses
Expenditures for Current
Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries $ 94,138.92 $ 96,962.00 $ 10,000.00
Benefits $ 18,990.34 $ 19,559.00 $ 0.00
Payroll Taxes/Insurance $ 9,514.16 $ 9,799.00
Supplies $ 10,141.25 $ 12,000.00
Communications $ 4,450.30 $ 5,000.00
Travel Costs $ 7,588.93 $ 1,000.00
Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance) $ 1,050.08 $ 1,000.00
Occupancy $ 17,657.63 $ 18,886.00
Program Fees $ 10,337.00 $ 8,000.00
National Support $ 959.66 $ 987.00
Other Employee
Expenses $ 439.11 $ 500.00
Association Support $ 11,921.87 $ 12,278.00
Professional Fees $ 10,074.99 $ 5,000.00
$ 0.00
Total $ 197,264.24 $ 190,971.00 $ 10,000.00
Budget Narrative
The St. George provides direct services to local youth. The program budget historically has a revenue gap that the
Channel Islands YMCA helps to close through grants and organizational funds as best able. Funds from the City of
Goleta grant would be used to help offset salary & wages for the staff providing direct service within our afterschool and
summer program for youth. All staff work with youth on homework support, tutoring, activities and recreation at the
center
Documents top
Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS Letter
List of Board Members Board Members
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
Financials 2024 Fiscal Year
Organizational Budget Org. Budget
St. George Youth Center Budget
Organizational Chart Org Chart
Supplemental or Additional Information
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Family Service Agency of Santa Barbara County
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/29/2025 3:32:44 PM
(Pacific)
Project Contact
Paul Katan
[email protected]
Tel: (805) 965-1001 EXT 1255
Additional Contacts
none entered
Family Service Agency of
Santa Barbara County
123 West Gutierrez St.

Santa Barbara, CA 93101
United States
Chief Executive Officer
Lisa Brabo
[email protected]
Telephone(805) 965-1001
Fax (805) 965-2178
Web www.fsacares.org
Application Questions top
Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
The mission of Family Service Agency of Santa Barbara County is to strengthen and advocate for families and individuals of all ages and diversities helping to create and preserve a healthy community.

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman (LTCO) program serves all residents of Santa Barbara County's 121 long-term care facilities. LTCO seeks to ensure that all residents are treated with respect and dignity and that their living facilities are safe and operate with full regard for their health and independence.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

The Long-Term Care Ombudsman (LTCO) program advocates for all residents living in all Santa Barbara County's long-term care facilities--including 9 residential care facilities in the City of Goleta. LTCO services are vital to the health and well-being of vulnerable long-term care residents—predominantly disabled seniors—who often cannot advocate for themselves. The work done by LTCO staff and volunteers includes unannounced facility visits to ensure the environment is clean and safe; resolving quality of care issues; witnessing Advanced Health Care Directives (legally required); preventing evictions; and providing information about care options.

FSA Ombudsmen visit each residential care facility monthly, well in excess of the required state visitation schedules. Additional visits are made to investigate quality of care issues and to witness Advanced Health Care Directives. FSA regularly tracks the number of facilities in operation, available beds, and number of residents to keep our visitation schedule current. Our office is open M-F 9AM - 6PM and on evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. The LTCO program also operates a crisis line for calls made outside of regular business hours. All calls are tracked and returned.

The LTCO program is state mandated and monitored by the Office of the State Long-term Care Ombudsman, as well as being monitored locally by the Area Agency on Aging and FSA's Senior Program Advisory Council. Client outcomes are tracked through the state's data system - the Ombudsman Data Integration Network (ODIN). FSA records feedback from the community and residents of the long-term care facilities, and the Senior Services program conducts regular service and fiscal monitoring to ensure accountability. Marco Quinitanar, LTCO Program Manager, is responsible for overseeing the program.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

LTCO serves all residents of Goleta's long-term care facilities - currently nine facilities that are home to 157 people.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

There is no other agency in the City of Goleta providing residents of the 9 long-term care facilities with the support and advocacy of trained, state-certified Ombudsman representatives. This crucial protection for long-term care residents is essential for Goleta’s most vulnerable seniors.

Seniors in long-term care facilities are an especially vulnerable population. Residents have complex needs and experience increased risk of abuse, isolation, and financial hardship. Complicating care, facilities often struggle to meet basic service levels due to staffing shortages (NYTimes Feb 2024). It is worth noting that the senior population in Santa Barbara county is high and continues to rise – currently it One-time or annual community event (concert, creek cleanups, festival, etc.) Youth programs
Senior programs (food/nutrition, education programs, day activities, etc.) Environmental/wildlife/animal welfare programs
Public services for low-income residents/homeless
Educational programs
Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other:
comprises 20% of our population (US Census 2023).

LTCO goals are to advocate and intervene for residents, ensuring their rights and quality of life with particular regard to:

Violations of resident's legal rights and dignity
Physical, verbal, sexual, emotional, or financial abuse Poor/inadequate quality of care, therapy, rehabilitation, nutrition Improper transfer/discharge of a resident
Medicare/Medi-Cal issues

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

The presence of Ombudsmen Representatives at elder care facilities helps prevent neglect and abuse among older community members; helps keep conditions and care from deteriorating at long-term care facilities; and helps to respond to incidents and catalyze investigations when cases of resident mistreatment arise. Our work extends to the seniors throughout the community as LTCO representatives regularly provide education about and referrals to critical resources for both family members and seniorserving agencies. Additionally, LTCO representatives handle numerous calls from the public and partner agencies concerning elder abuse and neglect—thus providing essential links to Legal Aid and Adult Protective Services.

Currently, there are an estimated 5,000 residents of long-term care facilities across Santa Barbara County. As the senior populations of Goleta and Santa Barbara County continue to rapidly grow, the need for LTCO’s crucial services will only increase.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Yes, this grant helps to satisfy a required funding match from the program's primary source of funds--Older American's Act monies provided through the local Area Agency on Aging (AAA).

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
A reduction in funding would necessitate a corresponding reduction in the amount of services FSA could provide to at-risk seniors in long term care facilities. If no public matching funds are secured, FSA would lose crucial funding from the AAA and be unable to operate the program at all.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
The LTCO program serves vulnerable elders in long-term care facilities. While most are very-low or low income, some are not. However, all people served by the program are 62 or over and presumed beneficiaries due to their age, thus there are no income requirements to participate in the program. The program does not obtain documentation from clients on their income; however, program and staff members do collect detailed demographic data on all seniors served by this program.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

Our last audit by McGowen Guntermann CPAs was Feb 26, 2024 and there were no findings. We are currently completing an audit for FY2023-2024.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
The Board of Directors reviews and approves detailed financial statements at its monthly meetings--10 times per year.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

There are no fees charged nor are there any suggestions for donations for Long-Term Care Ombudsman program services.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No, we do not have any past due obligations with any funding source nor have we had an IRS or State levee.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

1. Brian Weaver, Executive Director of the Central Coast Commission for Senior Citizens 805-925-9554

2. Vicki Johnson, Elder Abuse Unit, Office of the District Attorney 805-568-2300 13,762,955 Total Assets ($)
3,999,290 Total Liabilities ($)
9,763,665 Total Net Assets ($)
13,762,955 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
41,288,865.00 TOTAL
CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

Not Applicable
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 11,202 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
11,966 Very low income (30-50% MFI)
2,291 Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
0 Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
25,459.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 7,500.00 $ 10,000.00
Federal $ 39,293.00 $ 44,000.00
State $ 0.00 $ 0.00
County $ 15,000.00 $ 15,000.00
Municipal $ 24,000.00 $ 24,000.00
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Donations/Fundraising
Fees
Other
Application ID: 489416
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Total $ 95,793.00 $ 103,000.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for
Current Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 76,374.00 $ 82,290.00 $ 10,000.00
Consultants and Contracts
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 1,515.00 $ 1,575.00
Supplies $ 1,050.00 $ 1,200.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising)
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 4,359.00 $ 4,500.00
Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance)
Insurance
Other - Indirect Costs $ 12,495.00 $ 13,435.00
Total $ 95,793.00 $ 103,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Budget Narrative
The City of Goleta grant funds will be used to supplement personnel costs for LTCO program staff that provide direct assistance to residents and their family members. Additionally, this grant helps to satisfy a required funding match from the program's primary source of funds--Older American's Act monies provided through the local Area Agency on Aging (AAA).

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Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status FSA 501c3
List of Board Members FSA Board
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
FSA Financials
Organizational Budget FSA Budget
Organizational Chart FSA org chart
Supplemental or Additional Information FSA LTCO Info
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
14320 Ventura Blvd, Suire 418 Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Home Sweet Home
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 12/15/2024 6:44:11 AM
(Pacific)
Project Contact
Michelle Lander
[email protected]
Tel: 323-309-7567
Additional Contacts
none entered
14320 Ventura Blvd, Suire
418 Sherman Oaks, CA
91423
14320 Ventura Blvd. Suite
418
Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
United States
Executive Director
Michelle Lander
[email protected]
Telephone323-309-7567
Fax
Web svhomesolutions.org
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
Senior Veteran Home Solutions’ mission is to provide compassionate solutions for senior veterans and their spouses who need additional care.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

Home Sweet Home's goal is to eliminate homelessness for all senior veterans currently living in Los Angeles County. Home Sweet Home believes that safe, affordable, and long-term housing is a basic human right. Home Sweet Home focuses on the unique needs of the senior veteran communities we serve in Los Angeles County. The program is available to veterans and their surviving spouses to help cover the cost of long-term housing in an assisted living facility or even at home. In an ideal world, every veteran would be appropriately cared for so they can reach their fullest potential. Home Sweet Home has created the space that makes this idea a reality.

The upfront cost for a 2 to 3-month deposit for moving into an assisted living facility can range from $2,000-$3,000 monthly for each client. At times, assisted living facilities allow senior veterans to pay back the upfront costs associated with their move once they receive their VA benefits. However, on average Home Sweet Home will incur a fee of $5,000 per client. Home Sweet Home will recruit additional staff and volunteers to be able to facilitate and oversee the operations of the program. Home Sweet Home will assist with filling out VA benefits applications. Whether you are a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran, we will use our knowledge and expertise to expedite the approval process and get you the money that you deserve.

The staff will also be trained on the housing rights of veterans in the State of California as well as be a part of training sessions that will provide knowledge to our community volunteers on the importance of eliminating housing insecurity for our senior veterans. United States citizens often express respect for our troops, but few places like Home Sweet Home exist to entirely devote their resources to offer a program that creates self-sufficient, successful, productive, and functional members of society. Home Sweet Home wants to ensure that senior veterans are placed in these homes and stay long-term.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown. 12 4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

In April 2019, the U.S. had a homeless population of over 630,000, with 67,000 being veterans of the armed forces. Studies show that common causes for homelessness among U.S. veterans are disabilities – physical injury or mental illness, substance abuse, family breakdown, joblessness, poverty, lack of lowcost housing, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Once released from service many veterans struggle with acquiring veteran benefits, adjusting to civilian life, finding, and sustaining a new career path, and adjusting to the social norms of society. Unfortunately, many of our veterans do not have the support that is needed to sustain a positive life.

The key ingredient to living a healthy life is having a place to call home. According to the Veteran Affairs website, as of January 2023, it takes an average of 103.5 days for Veterans Affairs to decide once an application is submitted. However, based on the experience of many veterans that have called us for assistance, there are times when the veteran affairs pension created to help senior veterans and surviving One-time or annual community event (concert, creek cleanups, festival, etc.) Youth programs
Senior programs (food/nutrition, education programs, day activities, etc.) Environmental/wildlife/animal welfare programs
Public services for low-income residents/homeless
Educational programs
Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other:
spouses pay for additional care or assisted living can take 3-6 months to be approved. In addition, while there are state veteran homes, there is usually a waiting list, and many times, senior veterans need immediate assistance.

According to the American Society on Aging, homelessness among older adults is increasing, approximately half are ages 50 and older. Many adults ages 50 and older who are homeless are experiencing health conditions—including cognitive and functional impairment—20 years earlier than their housed counterparts. Studies across the United States have shown a clear upward trend in the proportion of ‘older’ persons’ (aged 50-64) among the homeless population. This is a group that frequently falls between the cracks of governmental safety nets. They are not old enough to qualify for Medicare, however, when their physical health is assaulted by poor nutrition and severe living conditions that they may eventually resemble someone much older.

Senior veterans facing homelessness is not only a national issue but has greatly affected many veterans in the state of California. Some seniors have been homeless for years and are now growing older. But the increasing numbers also reflect another trend: those experiencing homelessness for the first time after age 50. California accounts for about 30% of the nation’s homeless population, and among this population, seniors are estimated to be the fastest-growing group.

Those at increased risk of losing shelter tend to be older adults who live alone and on fixed incomes, with little to no savings. A main contributor, experts say, is that as California rents soar, seniors’ income streams, including Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income, have not kept up. The homeless crisis does not improve in Los Angeles County. In fact, in 2021, it was estimated that there are approximately 3,900 unhoused veterans in Los Angeles alone. According to the Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles is the epicenter for unsheltered veterans in the United States. Once discharged from service, transitioning back to civilian life can be challenging.

You may ask what are the main reasons that elderly veterans may suffer from homelessness. One of the top reasons senior veterans find themselves without permanent housing is that once they are hospitalized or put in a nursing home they can only stay for a limited time. One might think that once released from the hospital or nursing home the elderly patient can live with a family member. However, according to a 2017 study in The Journals of Gerontology, an estimated 6.6 percent of American Adults aged 55 and older have no living spouse or biological children. The staff of Senior Veteran Home Solutions often receives phone calls from hospital social workers desperate to find placement for the elderly veterans who have no one to turn to and nowhere to go. Many of the clients have no family or support system and it was the position of the staff of Senior Veteran Home Solutions to advocate for the veteran or their spouse as would a family or friend would if they are available. Initially, the staff and volunteers of Senior Veteran Home Solutions would assist with helping these individuals access their Veteran benefits. Still, it soon became apparent that so much more is needed. Oftentimes hopeless and in despair, older veterans need Senior Veteran Home Solutions to take the extra step and that was to find them affordable, safe, and longterm housing. Many of these senior veterans and surviving spouses are not aware of the resources available to them. The goal of Senior Veteran Home Solutions is to help this population with solutions depending on their specific need.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.
///no

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

PNC Bank: $20,000
Sundt Foundation; $3,193

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
If we receive funding we will be able to place 2 individuals in permanent housing, If we do not receive funding we will attempt to raise enough with fundraising. If not they we not have housing.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

N/A

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
Annually

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.
no

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.
10000 Total Assets ($)
10000 Total Liabilities ($)
Total Net Assets ($)
0 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
20,000.00 TOTAL
Baneen Murtaza 818-648-1210
Jill Spector 818-832-7281
CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

N/A
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 20 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
75 Very low income (30-50% MFI)
5 Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
100.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds
Federal
State
County
Municipal
School District
Application ID: 487600
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Foundations/Trusts $ 30,000.00 $ 40,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 20,000.00 $ 30,000.00
Fees
Other $ 50,000.00 $ 80,000.00
Total $ 100,000.00 $ 150,000.00
Funding Uses/ExpensesExpenditures for Current
Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 1,000.00
Consultants and Contracts
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Supplies
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising)
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 0.00 Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance) $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 3,000.00 Insurance
Other $ 100,000.00 $ 100,000.00 $ 6,000.00
Total $ 140,000.00 $ 140,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Budget Narrative
the other is the cost to pay for deposit and move in costs for each senior veteran.

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Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status 501C3
List of Board Members Board Members
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
990
Organizational Budget Budget
Organizational Chart
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Hospice of Santa Barbara
Support for Goleta Patients with a Life-Threatening Illness Jump to: Application Questions Budget Documents
$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/30/2025 11:40:56 AM
(Pacific)
Project Contact
Heather Stevenson
[email protected]
Tel: 805-453-4570
Additional Contacts
none entered
Hospice of Santa
Barbara
2050 Alameda Padre
Serra, Suite 100
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
Chief Executive Officer
David Selberg
[email protected]
Telephone805-563-8820
Fax 805-563-8821
Web hospiceofsantabarbara.org
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
The mission of Hospice of Santa Barbara is to care for anyone experiencing the impact of a lifethreatening illness or grieving the death of a loved one. HSB was founded in 1974, and is the second oldest hospice organization in the country. In 2023, we served 2,141 people with direct services, 600 through trainings/workshops, and 1,200 through our educational events. All services are free of charge and we do not bill insurance. Programs include:

Patient Care Services (PCS)
We support those with a life-threatening illness with emotional and spiritual counseling, medical care management, practical assistance, stipends for living expenses, and guidance from first diagnosis through death. This is the program for which we are requesting funding.

Volunteer Services
Trained volunteers provide practical help, respite care, and companionship through PCS, Beloved Bears, No One Dies Alone, and group bereavement counseling.

Bereavement Services for Children
We provide individual counseling in our office and in 17 schools. Annually we serve around 300 grieving children and youth ages 4-24 and their immediate family members.

Bereavement Services for Adults
HSB’s therapists offer individual and group counseling to help those who have lost a loved one. Annually we serve 800-900 people.

Rapid Crisis Support
In the wake of community tragedies, HSB is a key resource for scared and grieving community members who want to heal.

Resource Distribution to the Latinx Community
Our work through Mi Vida, Mi Voz, allows us to distribute information in Spanish about resources that impact the Latinx community, with an emphasis on mental health.

Advance Care Planning
We are working to increase the number of people who complete the MyCare Advance Directive document, with an emphasis on the Latinx community.

Community Education
To make conversations about death easier, we offer free education to the community. Each year, we train 600-800 community members and professionals on issues of death and dying.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

OUR VISION
Our ultimate vision for Patient Care Services (PCS) is to fundamentally change an important social structure of society: the medical care system. Since 2015, PCS has led the field of “integrative patient care management” (sometimes called enhanced care management) by focusing on whole-patient care, coordinating interdisciplinary teams, and including family members/caregivers in our scope of service.

Our model program is replicable and scalable throughout the state and beyond. PCS addresses a number of social determinants of health that ultimately make a positive impact on the outcomes and experiences of patients who have been diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. We specifically focus on marginalized groups, including the Latino community (36% of client base), seniors (71% of client base), and low- to moderate-income communities (73% of client base).

USE OF FUNDS
Any awarded funding would be used to support the salary of one of our two bilingual/bicultural Patient Care Services Care Coordinators. Approximately 36% of our client base is Latino. The vast majority of these patients and their family members prefer to communicate in Spanish. This illustrates the critical importance of our bilingual/bicultural staff in serving this community.

PROGRAM OPERATION
Generally, we serve patients and their families during normal business hours, but when needed we will help patients outside of these hours. Though we have physical offices in Santa Barbara and Carpinteria, ill patients and their family members are not expected to come to our offices. Instead, we meet patients at home or in medical settings, such as doctors’ offices or treatment centers. We also see patients via telehealth when it’s easier or safer for them. The main geographic range of our services is Gaviota through Carpinteria.

Because we do not accept insurance reimbursements or fees of any kind, we are free to serve patients for as long as they need us. Some patients are with us for a few weeks or months, but some have been with us for a few years as they grapple with a longer illness such as ALS.

SERVICES
Anyone with a life-threatening illness (even if they are expected to recover) are eligible for services, regardless of income. (However, as mentioned, 73% of clients are low- or moderate-income.) Patients have diseases such as cancer, Parkinson’s, ALS, or dementia. With cancer treatment becoming more and more effective, approximately 40% of our patients recover from their illness and “graduate” from our program. Our services are described below.

Medical Care Management
HSB care managers help patients and caregivers understand their illness and empower them to make decisions that work for them. We help families keep track of appointments, figure out transportation, navigate insurance, coordinate services among multiple care providers, and make end of life decisions.

Care managers go with patients to appointments to take notes, explain what the doctor is saying, advocate for the patient, and translate when language barriers need to be overcome. This is critical for people who may have a hard time remembering information, are in a state of anxiety, or do not speak English. Those who don't speak English are often marginalized as they try to navigate their health care with inadequate services to translate, sometimes leaving them unclear about key aspects of their illness.

Cultural barriers can result in folks not asking clarifying questions of their physicians in deference to their authority. This highlights the importance of our bilingual/bicultural PCS staff.

Volunteer Support
Volunteer support has been shown to have a positive impact on the quality of life of patients with terminal illnesses and their families (McClain et al., 2017). Patients who receive volunteer support report higher levels of satisfaction with their care and a greater sense of control over their illness (Kamal et al., 2018).

Approximately 72 HSB volunteers offer friendly visits, respite for caregivers, light housekeeping, pet care, grocery shopping, transportation to appointments, and many other things. After a death, volunteers also can help with things like funeral planning, packing up the belongings of the deceased relative, and emotional support for family members.

Spiritual Care
Spiritual care can provide a sense of meaning, purpose, and peace during times of uncertainty, both for patients facing their own death and their family members. This type of support can help people cope with the challenges of a terminal illness (McSherry & Cash, 2004; Van Leeuwen et al., 2006). When working with someone who is dying, our spiritual care counselor provides an open forum for life review and reconciliation, and helps address life’s last questions, such as, “How will I die?” and “Why is this happening to me?”
“Those who are dying need love, care-filled listening, and to be witnessed without judgment as they move into the unknown. They often want to tell the story of their life, so they can be acknowledged for the value their life had. Sometimes they need to talk about their regrets or relationships they want to mend. By having their story witnessed, they can more easily lay down their burden. This process can be awkward and difficult, but ultimately it leads to more ease around acceptance of their death.” ~ HSB Kristen Rohm, Spiritual Care Counselor
Anticipatory Grief Counseling
PCS’s professional staff provide grief counseling to support those experiencing the fear, anxiety, numbness, or fatigue that can occur before a loss, or when facing one’s own death. For the ill person, counseling can be critical in their ability to come to terms with the end of their own life, and face it with a sense of peace. Family members may worry about what life will be like after a loved one is gone, or be preoccupied by imagining what the person’s death will be like. These emotions can be just as intense as the grief felt after a death. Several studies have found that anticipatory grief counseling helps people prepare for the loss of a loved one, cope better with grief, and improve their overall mental health. It also increased their ability to communicate with doctors, and was linked with a higher probability of individuals seeking out additional support after the loss (Journal of Palliative Medicine; American Journal of Hospice and Palliative Medicine). This quote illustrates how helpful this service can be:
“After my husband went on hospice, I was told about your services. I started with anticipatory grief counseling. My husband died a few months ago, but I’m still seeing my counselor and I am very grateful for her care and support. She has helped me stay strong and take care of myself during this extraordinary and challenging time.”
Bereavement Care Management
Our program offers grief counseling and support to loved ones after the death of a patient. We check in with family members on a regular basis for at least a year after the death by mailing them cards and helpful literature, as well as phone calls. We also provide practical support. For example, some people need help learning how to manage their household finances after a spouse who has handled those things has died. Research has shown that bereavement care can have numerous benefits, including reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress, improving overall well-being, and increasing coping skills. A study published in the Journal of Palliative Medicine found that bereavement care improved the overall mental health of individuals who had lost a loved one to cancer, and reduced the risk of developing complicated grief, a severe form of grief that can interfere with daily life.

Quality of Life Stipends
We award cash stipends to individuals and families when monetary hardships are uncovered during their journey. Grants have paid for groceries, gas, wheelchair ramps, mortgage or rent, school supplies, transportation, and funerals. Here’s a recent example:
“Valentina” was a 34-year-old with ovarian cancer that required aggressive treatment. The chemo was devastating, and Valentina was barely able to function. Her husband, who worked at a local restaurant, took time off to care for Valentina and their four boys. We helped him access Paid Family Leave, but it wasn’t enough to cover all their expenses. This left the family with unmet needs, like groceries, rent, and gas for their car. We helped the family receive financial assistance from United Way and groceries from the Foodbank, and we provided Quality of Life grants toward gas, which allows them to drive to Valentina’s treatments and take the kids to school.

PROGRAM MONITORING
HSB evaluates the Patient Care Services program by tracking patient improvement through quarterly “impact markers,” in-person conversations, and input from staff and volunteers. Staff anticipates seeing improvements in the following areas:
* Patients feel less isolated and more connected to community resources * Patients are better able to manage the illness and deal with anticipated loss * Families have discussions of health care preferences based on the ill person’s wishes * Patients and caregivers are able to discuss death anxiety and fear of suffering The following quote will give you a sense of the impact of our services:
“When my husband was in treatment, HSB’s Patient Care team was there for both of us with loving and helpful support. After my husband died, I was able to meet with an HSB counselor for a number of sessions. She was also kind and supportive. I am now in the spouse/partner support group and it is extremely helpful to talk with others who have had a similar experience.” ~HSB Senior Client

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

Out of 795 people served by PCS, we estimate that 203 will be from Goleta. This includes 81 patients with a life-threatening illness and their estimated 122 immediate family members.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

Whole Patient Care
Medical care oftentimes focuses exclusively on the physical health of patients, largely ignoring the social, spiritual, practical, and end-of-life planning needs that have a major impact on well-being for patients and families. Our services help fill the gap by providing those other crucial services to many underserved people in our community, including the Latino/Spanish-speaking community, low-income people, and seniors.

Language Barriers
When patients are unable to communicate with their doctors, it can result in misdiagnosis, inappropriate treatment, and medication errors. A study published in the Journal of General Internal Medicine found that monolingual Spanish-speaking patients had longer hospital stays and were more likely to experience adverse events than English-speaking patients.

Transportation Barriers
Recent research from scientists at the American Cancer Society (ACS) and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center found delayed care due to lack of transportation is associated with increased emergency department use and mortality risk among adults with cancer.

Low Understanding
Patients who have difficulty understanding their illness (due to language barriers or inability to understand complicated medical information) have worse health outcomes. Patients tend to remember only about 50 percent of the information discussed by their doctors (Girgis A, Sanson-Fisher RW, 1995). Patients with low understanding are at higher risk for inadequate management of end stage care, unnecessary hospitalizations, poorer symptom control, and late referrals to palliative care (Innes S, Payne S, 2009).

Mental Health
Up to 48 percent of cancer patients fulfill criteria for clinical depression, and up to 25 percent meet criteria for clinical anxiety (Block 2000). Studies indicate that those who receive support have less anxiety, depression, and overall psychological distress (Morrison & Meier, 2016; Zimmermann et al., 2014).

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

Yes. Many people—especially those from marginalized communities—have negative experiences with their medical care. Our program helps prevent the problems described below from occurring in the first place.

In 2023 we began documenting difficulties that our patients have experienced within the medical care system, many of which can cause poorer medical outcomes. Our data have shown that the majority of our marginalized patients experienced challenges such as:

One-time or annual community event (concert, creek cleanups, festival, etc.) Youth programs
Senior programs (food/nutrition, education programs, day activities, etc.) Environmental/wildlife/animal welfare programs
Public services for low-income residents/homeless
Educational programs
Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other:
* a shortage of available providers, resulting in long waiting periods for treatment of serious illnesses * lack of Spanish-speaking mental health professionals
* lost or misplaced referrals to MediCal
* appointment scheduling mistakes or lost referrals that result in delayed treatment, extra copays for patients, or inability to receive medication
* busy or unanswered phones for County Social Services, Cal-Fresh, and others * gaps in access to free transportation, resulting in missed appointments and delayed treatment * lack of culturally appropriate language interpretation (this has resulted in several patients not understanding that they had cancer, even after receiving treatments) * lack of referrals to palliative care
* short-tempered or dismissive medical staff
* rude behavior from office staff related to outstanding medical bills The goal is to share this data with medical care providers to improve the quality of care community-wide.

By providing medical care navigation, interpretation, and all the other types of support we offer, we can help patients avoid the negative outcomes mentioned previously, including:
* depression
* anxiety
* misdiagnosis
* inappropriate treatment
* medication errors
* longer hospital stays
* late referral to palliative care
Demographics of patients included in the above data are:
* average age of 57
* 77% Latino
* 67% spoke Spanish exclusively
* 74% had family income under $50,000.
* Low literacy levels (for both reading and technology) * Undiagnosed and/or untreated mental health conditions * Lack of emotional support (especially as some were seeking asylum or were in this county by themselves)
* Unresolved trauma that was exacerbated by their illness * Common hardships related to basic needs, immigration issues, and financial instability.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Any funding awarded through the City of Goleta would be helpful in identifying our Patient Care Services program as an important and worthwhile investment to other potential funders. Patient Care Services grants received in 2024 are as follows:

St. Francis Foundation: $25,000
Thomson Foundation: $30,000
City of SB CDBG: $15,870
Bower Foundation: $80,000
Brander Family Foundation: $2,808
Brittingham Family Foundation: $5,000
Bull Foundation: $7,500
Chumash Foundation: $10,000
Lambert Foundation: $10,800
Mark and Dorothy Smith Foundation: $10,000

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
Hospice of Santa Barbara, like many nonprofit organizations, has been faced with significantly higher costs as well as a growing need for our services. Between 2020 and 2024, our organizational expenses increased by 18 percent, mostly due to rising costs of things like rent, utilities, insurance, personnel, and transportation. Our wait list for grief counseling ranges from two to six weeks, and our Patient Care Services team is currently close to capacity.

We anticipate continued increases in expenses and community needs for 2025, which is requiring us to reach out to new funding sources. If we do not receive all requested funding we will continue to reach out to new foundation, corporate, and individual funders.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
Yes, 58% of our patients are low-income and 15% are moderate-income. When low-income patients are referred to us, they usually have MediCal, which will have already identified their income as being below the necessary threshold. Once they are enrolled in our program, we have further access to income documentation. As patients apply for other benefits, they share income information with us since we help them complete their entitlement applications, most of which require them to be low-income.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

We have an audit conducted every year, and our most recent audit is from 2023. There were no findings or concerns.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
Each month, our board finance committee reviews financial statements. Our full board of directors reviews and approves our financial statements at board meetings, which take place every other month.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

No fees are charged and there are no suggested donations requested. As a volunteer hospice organization, all our services are free.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No to all questions.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Lori Mendez, RN, Palliative Care Consultation Service at Cottage Health: 805-722-9127 Dana VanderMey, Hospice of Santa Barbara Board President: 805-895-5081 CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

Refer to the Library section of the main page to view a link to the FY 2024 Federal Income Limits for 6,574,573 Total Assets ($)
1,811,371 Total Liabilities ($)
4,763,202 Total Net Assets ($)
6,574,573 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
19,723,719.00 TOTAL
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients each of the below categories. PLEASE ENTER N/A IF YOUR ORGANIZATION DOES NOT COLLECT INCOME INFORMATION ON CLIENTS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES.

N/A
361 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
129 Very low income (30-50% MFI)
126 Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
226 Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
842.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources
Total Program
Revenue for Current
Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next
Fiscal Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 7,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Federal $ 0.00 $ 0.00
State $ 0.00 $ 0.00
County $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Municipal $ 15,870.00 $ 16,000.00
School District $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Foundations/Trusts $ 219,250.00 $ 223,635.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 137,381.00 $ 139,996.00
Fees $ 0.00 $ 0.00
SB Hospice Fdn., bequests, reserves $ 489,519.00 $ 499,309.00 Total $ 869,020.00 $ 888,940.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for
Current Year
Expected
Expenditures for
Next Year
Goleta Grant
Funds: Proposed
Uses for Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll Taxes $ 761,398.00 $ 776,626.00 $ 10,000.00 Consultants and Contracts $ 19,130.00 $ 19,514.00
Facility, Utilities, Maintenance, Office
Supplies $ 60,734.00 $ 63,200.00
Mileage/Meals/Training/Marketing $ 14,420.00 $ 15,100.00 Insurance/Licenses $ 7,338.00 $ 7,500.00
Quality of Life Stipends for patients $ 6,000.00 $ 7,000.00 $ 0.00 $ 0.00
$ 0.00 $ 0.00
Total $ 869,020.00 $ 888,940.00 $ 10,000.00
Budget Narrative
Any awarded funding would be used to support the salary of one of our bilingual/bicultural Patient Care Services Care Coordinators. Approximately 36% of our client base is Latino. The vast majority of these patients and their family members prefer to communicate in Spanish; many do not speak Application ID: 489783
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Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS Tax Letter
List of Board Members Board List
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
Year End Financials
Organizational Budget Org Budget
Organizational Chart Org Chart
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Isla Vista Youth Projects, Inc. dba LEAP
Goleta CDBG - LEAP Family Resource Center
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$ 25,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/31/2025 2:20:06 PM
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Project Contact
Lori Goodman
[email protected]
Tel: 805-705-6998
Additional Contacts
[email protected]
Isla Vista Youth
Projects, Inc. dba LEAP
PO Box 1332
Goleta, CA 93116
United States
Executive Director
Lori Goodman
[email protected]
Telephone805-705-6998
Fax
Web www.leapcentralcoast.org
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
By building a resilient and connected community, IVYP dba LEAP: Learn. Engage. Advocate. Partner seeks to mitigate the effects of poverty, racism, and trauma so that all children and families can prosper and thrive. We do so by providing high-quality, trauma informed child care, comprehensive, culturally sensitive family support, and visionary community leadership. At LEAP, we envision a community where children are loved, valued, and respected and families are supported to reach their highest potential.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

The focus for these funds will be in support of the work of our Family Resource Center (FRC) and our FRC Family Advocates in all the work they do in the Goleta Valley to end the cycle of poverty, build a healthy community, and promote parental resilience. The key activities of the FRC include a monthly Food Justice and Health Education Fair (free and nutritious food distribution events); diaper and wipe distribution; resource and referrals for housing, childcare, and unemployment; assistance with enrollment in programs such as WIC, CalFresh, and Medi-Cal; and educational workshops that develop long lasting skills covering topics such as child development and parenting. We operate Monday through Friday, 8:00am6:30pm, in person and via phone.

Beginning in January 2024, we returned to our pre-pandemic initiatives and are now holding monthly events on the third Thursday each month at Isla Vista Elementary School. This means offering a comprehensive range of resources directly at these events, including nutrition and physical education, fun activities, healthy recipes, and in-person support from partners like the SBC Foodbank. In so doing, we are not only distributing free food, but also promoting overall well-being and fostering a sense of joy and connection. This return to our previous activities reflects our dedication to comprehensive community support and underscores our ongoing commitment to enhancing the lives of those we serve. We also continue to distribute free diapers by appointment at our FRC. Most mothers come to receive their diapers and wipes twice per month and we distribute over 5,000 diapers and wipes each month. Finally, we continue to facilitate online parenting classes and workshops on topics such as housing and immigration rights. We make sure to offer these opportunities at times that work best for the families we serve, typically in the evening.

The FRC is staffed by bi-lingual (Spanish/English), bi-cultural Family Advocates who are highly trained to provide services. Target population is the ethnically, culturally, and linguistically diverse children and families living in Goleta and Isla Vista (93117 zip code). There are no eligibility requirements, and services are provided free of charge. However, intake forms, including income and residence verification, are completed for all resource and referral/case managed clients.

CDBG funds will be used to pay rent which enables us to leverage other funds to support our Family Advocates as they execute key service delivery. The key service elements include: a) Resource & Referral (including Medi-Cal, WIC and Cal-Fresh enrollment); b) Workshops covering topics such as child development and parenting, health, couples support, immigration, and housing rights; c) Case Management for community families who are unable to address their needs without enriched support.

Quarterly program and financial reports are reviewed by the Executive Director and presented to the Board of Directors.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

LEAP plans to provide services to 200 Goleta households annually which represent approximately 600 unique individuals.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

LEAP is a longstanding, trusted community partner that provides social support to the Goleta Valley’s most vulnerable children and families. Because of our work, low-income Goleta children and families are safer and healthier. We strengthen families by linking them to the services they need, providing concrete support, and facilitating educational workshops that develop long lasting skills. Poor nutrition and food insecurity are associated with poorer physical and mental health in all age groups, but in young children they can deeply affect well-being and development in ways that can endure for a lifetime. Conversely, access to adequate and nutritious food helps children to grow, learn, and thrive. At LEAP, we provide free, healthy food to children and families through our monthly food distribution events and emergency food pantry. When parents are unable to afford sufficient diapering supplies, they are forced to extend diaper wearing periods and/or reuse soiled diapers. This puts their children at risk of urinary tract infections, severe diaper rash, and even hospitalization. We opened Santa Barbara County’s first, and only, diaper bank in 2021, and now distribute over 50,000 diapers per year. The strength of this program lies not just in filling a gap. We provide 100% of our new diaper bank clients additional comprehensive, culturally sensitive family support including serving as an essential link to services such as WIC, CalFresh, and Medi-Cal. Finally, through our parenting workshops, we help parents to build on their inner strengths and resources to manage stress and function well even when facing challenges, adversity, stress, and trauma, thus reducing the likelihood of child abuse and neglect. Taken as a whole, our organization ensures that parents are able to work, attend school, access community resources, and build upon family strengths in order to end the cycle of poverty.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

Families typically come to us in need of help with basic necessities such as food, clothing, childcare, health insurance, and unemployment assistance. Each time we successfully respond to a family in need, we build trust. This trust enables us to support them more proactively and strategically with parenting support, mental health services, ACEs, and trauma awareness. Through cultivating these trusted relationships, we are able to extend our efforts beyond merely addressing basic needs. Ultimately, we foster resilience by assisting families in leveraging their strengths and enhancing their capabilities so that they can thrive.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

LEAP’s continued funding from the City of Goleta signals trust in our ability to be effective and make a meaningful impact. This endorsement strengthens our credibility with private foundations and individual donors, increasing their confidence in funding our work. When local government invests in our efforts, it demonstrates a shared commitment to meeting the critical needs of the City’s most vulnerable families, encouraging other funders to join in supporting this essential work.

By allocating these CDBG funds towards our FRC rent, we are able to leverage other funds towards core program needs such as staff time and direct program support, ensuring program sustainability and allowing us to expand our impact. This stability strengthens our ability to secure additional funding from private foundations, corporate partners, and individual donors who look for strong, well-supported programs when making funding decisions. Additionally, this investment allows us to focus on expanding service capacity, building new partnerships, and enhancing program offerings to better meet the evolving needs of Goleta families.

LEAP participates in several partnerships involving our Family Resource Center, including partnerships with the SBC Department of Social Services, CALM, Santa Ynez Valley People Helping People, The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County, CommUnify, Family Service Agency, and Cottage Health.

Current core funding: Santa Barbara County Human Services (received), Santa Barbara County Department of Social Services (received), The Bower Foundation (received), and CalFresh subcontract (received).

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
Funds from the City of Goleta are more vital than ever to the continued work of our Family Resource Center (FRC). The highest priority for our grant request is the rent of our FRC office building.

In January, 2025, we relocated our FRC and Administrative Offices from Old Town Goleta to 6950 Hollister Avenue, Suite 104, Goleta, CA 93117 near the corner of Storke and Hollister. This new location is centrally located near our other programs, shopping centers, and public transportation, making it more accessible for the community we serve. While the transition required adjusting to commercial rental costs, this move has ultimately allowed us to reimagine and optimize how we serve families, ensuring a more sustainable and effective operational model.

We relocated to this space after our previous building was placed on the market, requiring us to vacate.

While the move was not by choice, we had already been planning for a transition as part of a long-term strategy to accommodate the growth of our FRC and other LEAP programs. Our new location provides key advantages over the previous space, including a more professional and welcoming environment for families, improved organization, and greater accessibility.

The new office features designated storage space for diapers and supplies, a layout that better supports collaboration among Family Advocates and student workers, and dedicated private offices that enhance confidentiality and respect during client meetings. The space also includes multiple shared eating areas and child-friendly elements, such as age-appropriate toys and books, to create a supportive and engaging atmosphere for families. Additionally, being on the first floor further improves accessibility for both families and staff, particularly when managing supplies.

LEAP generates income through various sources, including individual donations, events, and foundation, business, and government grants. We also participate in collaborative grant projects as subcontractors.

While we are deeply grateful for this support, these funding sources come with strict restrictions on how funds can be used, categorizing rent as an indirect cost rather than a direct program expense. As a result, none of them can be applied toward rent for our Goleta office space. We believe this is short-sighted, as the space is essential to meeting the needs of our families and reducing barriers to access.

Without this critical support from the City of Goleta, maintaining a stable and accessible space for our Family Resource Center would become significantly more challenging, impacting our ability to serve families effectively.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
Yes, the majority of those we serve through our Family Resource Center qualify as low income or extremely low income based on federal guidelines. All case managed clients provide income documentation.

Please note: The numbers served listed below in Question 20 reflect “unduplicated income verified Goleta residents” served by our FRC only. These are the numbers reported from our previous CDBG grant. If you would like expanded numbers inclusive of all LEAP’s other core programs we are happy to provide those as well. It should be noted that our agency serves well beyond these numbers throughout the community; however we do not complete income verification for every program or initiative. For some of this work, individuals self-identify their income level.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

LEAP is audited annually. Our most recent audit was completed for the fiscal year July 2023 - June 2024.

There were no findings. The full audit is included with our financial attachments to this grant.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
Our board of directors holds nine (9) meetings annually. Each meeting includes a finance report for review and approval. The finance committee reviews finance reports monthly.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

No, there is no fee charged or donation suggested for any of our FRC services.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Danny Fitzgibbons 805.722.8233 and Eileen Monahan 805.968.3047 CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/. 4959061 Total Assets ($)
1242805 Total Liabilities ($)
3716256 Total Net Assets ($)
4959061 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
14,877,183.00 TOTAL
Yes
No

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

The FRC operates our monthly Food Justice and Health Education Fair (food distribution events) on school grounds at Isla Vista Elementary School. We have received permission from Principal Lorena Reyes and approval from the Goleta Union School District.

Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 339 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
66 Very low income (30-50% MFI)
14 Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
1 Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
420.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 13,803.00 $ 25,000.00
Federal $ 32,000.00 $ 32,000.00
State $ 150,000.00 $ 0.00
County $ 25,000.00 $ 30,000.00
Municipal $ 0.00
School District $ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00
Foundations/Trusts $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 362,895.00 $ 547,794.00
Fees
Other $ 50,000.00 $ 20,000.00
Total $ 668,698.00 $ 689,794.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for
Current Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Application ID: 491506
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Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 480,890.00 $ 505,222.00
Consultants and Contracts
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 58,500.00 $ 65,000.00 $ 25,000.00
Supplies $ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising) $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 4,000.00 $ 5,000.00
Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance) $ 23,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Insurance
Other $ 60,798.00 $ 62,072.00
Total $ 668,688.00 $ 688,794.00 $ 25,000.00
Budget Narrative
City of Goleta CDBG funds will be used for rent for our Family Resource Center (FRC) in Goleta, now located at 6950 Hollister Avenue, Suite 104, 93117.

This new location is centrally located near our other programs, shopping centers, and public transportation, making it more accessible for the community we serve. While the transition required adjusting to commercial rental costs, this move has ultimately allowed us to reimagine and optimize how we serve families, ensuring a more sustainable and effective operational model.

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Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IVYP dba LEAP Tax Exemption List of Board Members IVYP dba LEAP List of Board Members Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
IVYP dba LEAP Audited Financial
Statements
Organizational Budget IVYP dba LEAP Org Budget
Organizational Chart IVYP dba LEAP Org Chart
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Mosaic Therapy Collective
Mosaic Therapy Collective Equity Fund
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/31/2025 5:00:08 PM
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Project Contact
Sharon MacDonald
[email protected]
Tel: (805) 617-1115
Additional Contacts
none entered
Mosaic Therapy Collective
533 E Micheltorena St Ste 103
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
United States
Executive Director
Sharon MacDonald
[email protected]
Telephone(805) 617-1115
Fax
Web https://mosaictherapycollective.com
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
Mosaic Therapy Collective is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to make exceptional therapy accessible to all by breaking down barriers to affordable, high-quality coworking solutions. Every therapist deserves a supportive, collaborative environment that fosters growth, creativity, and wellness. By providing innovative, accessible spaces, we aim to enhance the well-being of both therapists and the families they serve. Mosaic Therapy Collective is committed to inclusivity, accessibility, and equity to create a vibrant, diverse community that drives positive change.

Since opening its doors in February 2023, Mosaic has proudly served over 450 families and children with special needs in Santa Barbara County, including Goleta. In the past year, Mosaic has nearly doubled the amount of families we help. Our community outreach has also taken off dramatically, and we are now available to provide free musical learning for community members and local preschools. We strive to make accessible opportunities for lower-income families. Mosaic therapists utilize a sliding scale and offer free community initiative programs facilitated by licensed and credentialed therapists. Mosaic is grateful that 2024 City of Goleta CDBG funds allowed us to offer financial aid to clients who cannot afford therapy. We were able to provide life-changing therapeutic services to two single mothers of children with disabilities with the help of this grant. We hope to be able to continue being able to offer aid through our Equity Fund, so that anyone who needs therapy can receive it, regardless of finances.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding. Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

The proposed program, the Mosaic Equity Therapy Fund, aims to address the inaccessibility of much-needed therapy services by disadvantaged populations in our community. With the awarded grant, we could continue to make several flatrate therapy funds available to underserved, low-income families of children with diagnosed disabilities, who are unable to access services due to financial restraints and/or access to therapies covered by insurance.

This program will be carried out in our clinic by Mosaic Therapy Collective’s licensed therapist in the areas of SpeechLanguage Therapy, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and Physical Therapy. All of our providers are committed to creating equitable therapy opportunities by implementing sliding scales based on household income. However, the lowest end of this sliding scale still does not bring the cost of services into reach for many low-income families.

Many of our therapy providers can deliver services 6 days per week and our clinic serves families from 8:00 am to 7:00 pm to accommodate working parents schedules.

Our clinic is a fully equipped, sensory-friendly, inclusive environment suited for working with individuals with complex needs and disabilities. We have already laid the foundation for providing the highest quality services but we need additional funding to make these services available to those who need them the most.

The Mosaic Equity Therapy Fund program aims to serve children ages 0-18 with diagnosed disabilities. Fund candidates will be reviewed by Mosaic Therapy Collective’s Board of Directors which includes licensed therapists and Special Education professionals. Eligibility will be determined using a Fund application form (available in English and Spanish).

Criteria are based on place of residence, family income, the severity of the impact of disability, and current access to therapy supports (i.e. school therapy, EI, etc.).

All grant money will go directly toward therapy funds awarded to eligible families. With the assistance of the therapy provider and a Care Coordinator, families can choose how they will disperse therapy funds to pay for therapy services. Families may choose to allocate funds in a lump sum for services upfront or choose to put funds toward subsidizing fees for a longer duration of service. Therapists taking on award fund recipients and families will be required to work at their lowest tier of sliding scale services. Funds will be handled and distributed by a Mosaic Therapy Collective care coordinator, directly to therapists providing services to recipient families.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

The allotted full grant amount of our program would serve 5 families with $2,000 of funding per family, to gain access to necessary therapy services. Each individual therapy award will fund an average of 16 sessions free of charge to qualifying families.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

Yes. Our program satisfies an under-met need in the community, as we offer families the unique opportunity to access equitable private multi-disciplinary therapy services. Many of our clients report their frustration due to their past experiences acquiring sufficient services for their children.

For families of all income levels, the cost of having a child with a disability can put extreme financial strain on the entire family unit. Parents are forced to make impossible decisions regarding how to prioritize all of their children’s basic needs. For lower-income families, that often means that private therapies are out of reach. Due to the high demand for children requiring therapy services from public agencies (such as public schools and state-funded programs), families have reported that the current services offered are frequently insufficient to meet their child’s needs. We offer one-on-one sessions with highly specialized professionals that focus on direct intervention, parent education, and holistic care.

A survey of Mosaic Therapy Collective’s current and past clients revealed that 83% of children had been previously placed on lengthy waitlists for services and 58% had been prematurely discharged from therapy. 67% of families surveyed said there are therapy services that their child would benefit from that they are not able to access. These statistics highlight the huge gap in behavioral health services that our communities have been facing. We believe that our therapy programs are closing that gap.

We have been using the funds from last year’s CDBG Goleta grant to help families who are unable to pay for therapy services, and it has had a life-changing impact for them. As stated above, this includes two single mothers who are now able to get therapeutic services for their children with disabilities. Mosaic is proud to be able to offer the Equity Fund, and we hope to grow it even more this year.

This family, who drives in from Buellton to access Mosaic’s services, describes the benefit of therapy services for their child:
“My son is 9 years old with multiple disabilities and syndromes. We have been through the ringer navigating the hoops of getting the best care for his needs. My husband and I drive from Buellton. Nothing seemed to be the right fit, until Mosaic! Their team of therapists have been incredible for my son's development and has helped my entire family unit. He gets to see his Occupation Therapist and his Speech and Language Therapist back-to-back. He loves coming to therapy and we have been blown away by the progress he has been making. He screams with excitement every time we pull into the parking lot.

This community has changed our lives and I am so thankful for these therapists. I only wish they came along sooner and that there were more locations so more families could find them.”

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

Yes, this program addresses future problems and conditions for families who will be receiving Mosaic’s Equity Therapy Funds. The impact of various therapies such as Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, and Mental Health Therapy have paramount impacts on the trajectory of a child’s development. These life-changing therapies also have positive impacts on overall family well-being by supporting parents and siblings. Many of our therapists can help educate family members on resources and disability advocacy for future access to services and accommodations. Current research on the efficacy of these behavioral health services demonstrates that when delivered effectively, therapy can increase an individual's quality of life, supporting their independence and involvement in their communities at large.

7. Does your facility or program have any barriers that would prevent a person with a disability (verbal, visual, physical, cognitive, etc.) from gaining employment, attending meetings, or obtaining services? If so, what measures do you take to provide persons with disabilities alternative access to your facility or program? No. Mosaic’s programs do not have any barriers that would prevent a person with disabilities from gaining employment, attending meetings, or obtaining services. We serve persons with disabilities and their families, ultimately increasing their quality of life and enhancing their access to participate in the community. Our staff is composed of incredibly experienced, dynamic therapists from a wide range of neurodiverse, socioeconomic, and culturally diverse backgrounds. In the past, we have utilized individuals with disabilities themselves to serve in peer mentorship roles at several of our free community classes.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Yes, the City of Goleta’s funding leverages other resources. We leverage other resources and support partnerships with our nine in-clinic therapists, increasing access to services for individuals with disabilities who need multi-disciplinary services.

Our partner therapists can accommodate and implement sliding scales because Mosaic offers them affordable therapy working space.

Mosaic Therapy Collective has forged partnerships with established non-profit organizations in Greater Santa Barbara on some specific programs to share costs to catalyze initiatives and expand outreach to increase access to programs for lowincome families. 2024 was our Mosaic’s first year of applying for grant funding. We are grateful to have received grants from the City of Goleta CDBG for our Equity Fund last year as well as funding for general operations and other programs from the Williams-Corbett Foundation, Montecito Bank & Trust, and Santa Barbara Bowl Foundation. We plan to apply to these same foundations and more this year, and we are hoping to grow our grant funding in 2025.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful? Yes, these funds are vital for serving disadvantaged communities. We are currently filling the gaps of service provision for those with more moderate incomes or insurance coverage, due to difficulties with low CenCal reimbursement, we have not been able to serve all populations needing our services.

If the requested funds are not received we will continue our efforts to find funding assistance for this essential program through other avenues, such as other grants, membership dues, and donations/fundraising events.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with lowincomes? If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)? Yes, 100% of the funds will go towards subsidizing services for low-income families. Families utilizing our sliding scales currently self-report income during client intake to address socioeconomic barriers. For therapy fund applicants, our care coordinator will collect the needed information to show the family's income bracket before funds are awarded.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

We have not been audited, and our organization is not required to have an audit. We are in good standing.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements? Our financial reports are shared, reviewed and approved every quarter by the Executive Director, bookkeeper, CPA, Board of Directors and Treasurer.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

Typically there is a fee for families to access our therapy services. With the Mosaic Equity Therapy Fund Program, there would be no fee associated with receiving the awarded funds for recipient families. However, after awarded funds run out, families will be able to continue receiving services at the therapist's lowest rate- per sliding scale. More therapy funds may be offered (contingent upon future funding opportunities) Average therapy rates range between $100 and $200.

Average Session Rates (available to moderate- low-income families):
30 minute sessions: $100
45 minute sessions: $125
60 minute sessions: $150
Comprehensive Evaluation Rates: $350 - $1,000
Families receiving awarded therapy funds would be able to apply funds to receive between 13 and 20 free therapy sessions or significantly discounted services for longer durations of service.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

Mosaic Therapy Collective does not have any past due obligations with any grants. Our founders loaned the organization $30,000 to fund the opening of the clinic which is still being paid off with small $500 monthly installments. In the past three years, our organization has not had an IRS or State levee.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Brittany Avila Wazny (Executive Director), Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation, (805)-962-7466
0 Total Assets ($)
0 Total Liabilities ($)
0 Total Net Assets ($)
0 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)

0.00 TOTAL
Debbie and Grace Fisher, Grace Fisher Foundation 805-705-8007 CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income. Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basically-cdbg-training-guidebook-andslides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

Our program does not take place on school grounds. We have permission from the ownership of our property to operate our organization.

Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients

11.5% Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
20% Very low income (30-50% MFI)

64.9% Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)

3.6% Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)

0.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue for
Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program Revenue
for Next Fiscal Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 3,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Federal
State
County
Membership Fees $ 38,300.00 $ 38,300.00
Foundations/Trusts $ 33,000.00 $ 33,000.00
Fundraisers/Campaigns $ 12,007.00 $ 12,007.00
Sponsorships/Donations $ 21,635.00 $ 21,635.00
Fees
Other
Total $ 107,942.00 $ 114,942.00
Application ID: 491615
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Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for Current
Year
Expected Expenditures for
Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for Next
FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 18,000.00 $ 24,000.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 5,600.00 $ 5,600.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 45,242.00 $ 45,242.00
Supplies $ 2,200.00 $ 2,200.00
Marketing (Printing, Advertising) $ 875.00 $ 875.00
Travel and Mileage $ 100.00 $ 100.00
Computer, Software $ 1,940.00 $ 1,940.00
Insurance $ 780.00 $ 780.00
Dues, Subscriptions, Meetings $ 4,100.00 $ 4,100.00
Clinical Classes $ 4,500.00 $ 4,500.00
Curriculum $ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00
Equity Fund $ 15,000.00 $ 25,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Furniture $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00
Events and Fundraising $ 1,400.00 $ 1,400.00
Postage, Shipping $ 185.00 $ 185.00
Bank Charges $ 870.00 $ 870.00
Interest $ 900.00 $ 900.00
Charitable Contributions $ 500.00 $ 500.00
Meals and Entertainment $ 1,200.00 $ 1,200.00
Security $ 50.00 $ 50.00
Total $ 107,942.00 $ 123,942.00 $ 10,000.00
Budget Narrative
The CDBG funds would be used to fund therapy services for low-income families. The expenditures listed in this budget are costs necessary for us to maintain our therapy clinic. However, our clinic expenses are sustained by therapist membership fees and other
raised funds associated with other programs of our organization. The requested funds are to be used exclusively for awarded therapy funds for families, not our operational costs.

This budget also proposes that we will be applying for additional funds to support the reach and impact of the Mosaic Equity Therapy Fund Program.

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Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS Letter
List of Board Members Board List
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
23/24 Financials
Organizational Budget 24/25 Budget
Organizational Chart
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
NBCC, dba New Beginnings
Safe Parking Shelter and Rapid Rehousing Program
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$ 20,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/31/2025 1:36:10 PM
(Pacific)
Project Contact
Kristine Schwarz
[email protected]
Tel: 805-963-7777 x144
Additional Contacts
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NBCC, dba New
Beginnings
530 E Montecito St Ste 101
Santa Barbara, CA 93103
United States
Executive Director
Kristine Schwarz
[email protected]
Telephone805-963-7777
Fax 805-963-8135
Web www.sbnbcc.org
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
Since our founding in 2000, New Beginnings' mission has been to provide quality, affordable counseling, shelter, case management, and education that strengthens our community and provides our clients with the ability to lead healthy and productive lives. The wraparound services offered through our four core programs allow our clients to receive multi-faceted and tailored care, enabling them to make meaningful changes in their own lives and in the lives of those around them. In the most recent fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, we served a total of 2,125 unduplicated clients through our four core programs,representing a 15% increase from the previous fiscal year and an all-time high for our agency.

New Beginnings (NBCC) has a long track record of providing essential services to Santa Barbara County’s homeless population, with special expertise in working with veterans and the vehicular homeless. We have also long operated as Santa Barbara’s primary low-barrier mental health counseling center. In addition, we have run the nation’s leading Safe Parking Program for over twenty years, housing well over a thousand individuals and families. Since 2013, we have also served as the county’s primary rapid rehousing program for homeless veterans and their families.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

The Safe Parking Shelter and Rapid Re-Housing Program provides safe overnight shelter for vehicular homeless persons county-wide. Safe Parking also provides case management, street outreach, housing navigation and retention services, and financial assistance to program clients and homeless individuals referred to our agency through the Coordinated Entry System, to help them transition into and maintain permanent secure housing. The Program primarily serves vehicular homeless individuals through our shelter and rapid re-housing program and homeless individuals referred to us through Coordinated Entry.

Our South County Safe Parking Program office operates out of our agency Collaborative Center located at 530 E. Montecito Street, Suite 101, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. This location also hosts our South County Supportive Services for Veteran Families Program (SSVF) operations, our Community Counseling Clinic, our Life Skills Parenting and Education Program, and our multi-disciplinary team members allowing clients to easily receive wraparound services through our other core programs. Our North County program operations are located at two offices at 3769 Constellation Rd., Suite B, Lompoc, CA 93436 and 301 S. Miller Street Ste. 112 Santa Maria, CA 93454. We were able to open our new Santa Maria office in July of this year to house our Safe Parking and SSVF program operations in the area. All three offices are open Monday-Friday from 9am-6pm and the program lots are open for nighttime shelter from 7pm to 7am and for daytime shelter for oversized vehicles from 7am to 7pm 365 days/year. We also have a 24/7 emergency hotline for client and program emergencies.

The program currently oversees and monitors 201 spaces in 31 parking lots in South County area churches, business, and city and county offices, sheltering over 150 families and individuals nightly.

Additionally, we maintain a North County lot in Lompoc, which provides 10 out of the program's total 201 spaces for our clients and opened in 2021. As well, we have been able to expand the program to the City of Carpinteria, and in 2023 we were able to open one program lot in the city with six total spaces. We are currently in discussions with the City to obtain six more spaces. Currently in the city of Goleta, the Program maintains 5 parking lots with a total of 36 spaces. We continue to work towards expanding the number of lots throughout the county as the number of people living in their vehicles continues to rise. Clients countywide are referred to the rapid rehousing portion of the program through our shelter and through Coordinated Entry and are housed throughout the county. We continue to actively perform extensive outreach in cities county-wide including those that do not currently allow the shelter aspect of the program such as Santa Maria, while also providing rapid rehousing services in these areas.

The services provided with the requested CDBG funding would include comprehensive rapid rehousing services provided by our program, with the ultimate goal of helping vehicular homeless individuals in Goleta transition back into permanent and traditional housing. Rapid rehousing services would include all aspects of housing navigation to help clients find and successfully gain access to housing, as well as housing retention services to assist them in maintaining their housing. Additionally, financial assistance is available through matching funds, to assist clients with their security deposits, short-term rental assistance, and other housing stability financial needs such as utility deposits. Staff work with clients from a progressive engagement perspective to help them become self-sustaining in their housing so that they do not return to homelessness.

Additionally, clients served with Goleta CDBG funds would have access to our agency-wide multidisciplinary team members including a Registered Nurse Healthcare Navigator, Substance Use Counselor, Behavioral Health Clinician, Benefit and Employment Specialist, Senior/Aging Services Case Manager, and several Peer Outreach Specialists. These specialized positions allow our homeless and recently housed clients to receive multi-disciplinary care, while also further encouraging our wraparound services from our other core programs.

The Safe Parking Program continues to be monitored and evaluated according to federal best-practice standards. HMIS is utilized by program staff to document and track performance and program outcomes, and reports are routinely generated and reviewed for quality control. Additionally, all programs at New Beginnings are evaluated using the CSQ-8, a normed and validated client satisfaction survey. This tool is administered twice annually and upon program exit. Survey results are reviewed by executive leadership quarterly, and improvements to program performance are integrated and reviewed annually by agency leadership and the Board of Directors in an agency-wide Performance Analysis. Additionally, New Beginnings distributes an annual stakeholder survey to community partners, funders, and other community leadership to determine stakeholder's understanding of our services and to identify areas for overall improvement.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

If funded, we project that we will serve 60 unduplicated Goleta residents during the grant year. In total, we project that the Safe Parking Shelter and Rapid Rehousing Program will serve 600 people countywide, with 60 of those people being in Goleta.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

The need for our program continues to grow. In the 2024 Santa Barbara County Point in Time Count, 34% of all unhoused individuals counted were sleeping in vehicles (710 individuals in total), representing a 16% increase from the previous year. The size of this population was 5% higher than the number of individuals living unsheltered on the street – representing 53% of the unsheltered population. There was also a 12% overall increase in the number of homeless individuals compared to 2023, and unsheltered homeless individuals accounted for 63% of the county's total homeless population. In Goleta, we continue to see consistent increases in the total number of individuals experiencing homelessness, and from the 2023 to 2024 count there was an 8% increase in this number in Goleta alone.

Also of note, 58% of the vehicular homeless population counted were 45 or older in age, representing a massive increase in older adults living in their vehicles overall. This number is consistent with what we have seen in our program- in the most recent fiscal year 27% of clients served through the Safe Parking program were aged 63 and older. More than 40% of Safe Parking clients are employed full-time. Our Safe Parking Program is the only program of its kind in the county dedicated to serving the vehicular homeless population, which has increased significantly in the last four years. This data indicates a significant community need to serve this population that is uniquely met by our program.

We also continue to reference the 2021 - and newly the August 2024 - Goleta Homelessness Strategic Plans as indicators of need for our services in the area. The reports discuss in detail the rise in vehicular homeless over recent years.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If One-time or annual community event (concert, creek cleanups, festival, etc.) Youth programs
Senior programs (food/nutrition, education programs, day activities, etc.) Environmental/wildlife/animal welfare programs
Public services for low-income residents/homeless
Educational programs
Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other:
yes, please explain.

The Safe Parking Program actively works to aid in the prevention of future problems for the individuals we serve as well as for our community. Although we predominantly work with clients who are already homeless, the services we provide prevent our clients from going through even worse hardships that they would be forced to face without our assistance, such as being forced to live on the street, parking in unsafe or illegal conditions overnight, a return to substance abuse, increased severity of mental illness, and many others. By placing our clients in safe and monitored program lots, we can keep them off of the streets with the eventual goal of transitioning them to housing. Additionally, we work with our available funds to prevent housed individuals from becoming homeless through Enhanced Care Management, housing retention assistance with ongoing case management, rental arrears and referrals for clients to other agencies that have additional prevention funds.

For the rapid rehousing aspect of our program, we employ Housing First to ensure that clients can obtain housing as quickly as possible. After housing is achieved, clients work with our Housing Retention staff and Case Managers to prevent a return to homelessness. Our Homeless Services Director works with program staff to assist staff in obtaining wraparound services in the community for those clients who need more intensive services in order to remain stable. This model allows clients to obtain the housing they need to prevent future problems associated with returns to homelessness.

In 2023, we moved into a new Collaborative Center that consolidates all of our South County program operations into one office location. Our new Collaborative Center has significantly improved client access to our services due to its centralized location, parking and additional space; allows us to serve more clients at one time; and allows our clients to more easily access the wraparound services offered by all of our agency programs. The center has also expanded our ability to connect clients to community resources since it houses a center for clients to have computer access, and community partners have been able to host office hours onsite. Our new Collaborative Center has made it possible for us to house additional staff positions that we have hired to serve both our SSVF and Safe Parking Programs including a Nurse Practitioner Healthcare Navigator, Behavioral Health Clinician, Substance Use Counselor, Benefits and Employment Specialist, and a Senior/Aging Services Case Manager. The addition of these new positions allowed us to establish a multi-disciplinary agency-wide team, housed at both our North County offices and our collaborative center, that allows our clients to receive multi-faceted and targeted care, as well as wrapround services through our other core programs and our CenCal CalAIM Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports. We believe that the continued strengthening of our program capacity is essential to meet the steady demand for our program services, and overall, better serve the needs of our clients.

In our most recent fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, we served 738 unduplicated clients through the Program (a 14% increase from the previous year). Of these, 94 unduplicated clients exited the program and obtained/retained employment (a 24% increase), and 207 exited and obtained/retained other income. As well, 122 unduplicated clients were housed through the program (an 18% increase).

In Goleta specifically in the last fiscal year, we were able to serve 39 residents and house 7 unduplicated individuals. More recently, from 7/1/24-12/31/24 we have already been able to serve 51 Goleta residents through the Program. Our program provides essential services to Goleta residents, that help them to obtain and retain shelter, housing, and income, all of which help to prevent a return to homelessness.

We always do our best to anticipate the needs of our clients and collaborate with community partners to address these emergent needs before they become a crisis.

7. Does your facility or program have any barriers that would prevent a person with a disability (verbal, visual, physical, cognitive, etc.) from gaining employment, attending meetings, or obtaining services?
If so, what measures do you take to provide persons with disabilities alternative access to your facility or program?
Our offices, website, documents, job postings and services are accessible to those with hearing and visual impairments and physical disability. We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicants are considered without regard to physical or mental disability. Our agency Collaborative Center that consolidates all of our South County program operations into one office location has significantly improved client access to our services due to its centralized location, parking and additional space. The Center has allowed us to serve more clients at one time, and allows our clients to more easily access the wraparound services offered by all of our agency programs and the members of our multidisciplinary team. All New Beginnings offices - this office as well as our Mid and North County program offices - are ADA compliant.

Staff members from our Safe Parking and SSVF programs often drive clients to important meetings, medical appointments, and lease signings. In 2023 we were able to purchase a paratransit passenger/cargo van that is equipped with a wheelchair lift for clients and can accommodate two passengers in wheelchairs at a time. The van has been utilized heavily by staff members from our homeless services programs to drive clients to essential appointments. Having access to the van has greatly reduced barriers to accessing healthcare and housing opportunities for clients and has immeasurably increased accountability and follow-through as staff members have been able to attend appointments with clients much more easily. As well, staff continue to meet with clients at home and in public spaces such as parks and coffee shops to accommodate homeless clients with no access to transportation so that they can make it to our offices for appointments. Additionally, our homeless services program staff perform outreach county-wide in encampments, on the street, in parking lots, and similar locations. As well, staff provide clients with bus passes and transportation via Uber, etc.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

City of Goleta grant funding would leverage many other resources. We currently receive other CDBG funding from the City of Santa Barbara and the County for program support. In addition we receive State ESG, CoC, HHAP, County Human Services and HOME TBRA funding to cover client financial assistance and program operations. As well, we are currently credentialed as a provider of Enhanced Care Management and Community Supports through CalAim, allowing us to better serve clients with Medi-Cal.

We have been able to successfully braid the income from CalAIM alongside our RRH funding and our existing government funding sources to increase our program capacity significantly.

Other sources of program funding include donations, foundation grants, and Safe Parking Program manual sales. We also have a services contract with the City of Santa Barbara and the City of Carpinteria to operate the shelter and provide case management and lot monitor services. Additionally, we maintain over 30 MOUs with various city, county, faith-based, non-profit, and for-profit organizations that provide parking lots for the program at no cost to our agency or to clients.

Also of note, this year we were awarded an $8 million California Encampment Resolution Fund (CERF) grant to resolve 21 vehicle encampments in the cities of Santa Barbara, Goleta, Carpinteria/Summerland, Montecito, Isla Vista, Lompoc, and Santa Maria, as well as three encampments in unincorporated county locations. This one-time project has allowed us to hire over 25 staff members dedicated to outreach and encampment resolution.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
The requested City of Goleta funds are necessary in carrying out the Safe Parking Program’s operations in Goleta. The program remains difficult to secure funding for due to its unique nature and due to the fact that the vehicular homeless remain unrecognized by HUD as a homeless sub-population. In addition, we continue to house clients referred to us by Coordinated Entry which puts a strain on our capacity and resources as we provide rapid rehousing services to clients who are not living out of their vehicles in addition to our own clients enrolled in the program.

If full funding is not available, it would ultimately reduce the number of individuals and families our agency would be able to shelter and rehouse through the program. We pursue all relevant funding sources available to us. Each year, funding awards vary but the demand for our services consistently rises. Overall if funding is not secured for this request, we will be forced to reallocate unrestricted housing financial assistance funds to pay for our efforts in the City of Goleta, and the amount of time and activity that staff are able to dedicate to the City of Goleta would be reduced accordingly.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
The Safe Parking primarily serves those that are low or no-income. In the past fiscal year, the income of 99% of all people served through Safe Parking was below 50% AMI, and 92% were below 30% AMI. Of these in Goleta, 87% of clients served fell below the 50% AMI, and 100% fell below the 30% AMI.

Income is documented at in-take and at re-certification intervals. Clients are required to provide income documentation in the form of payroll stubs, benefit determination letters, and bank statements, etc. All of this information is documented in HMIS.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

Every year, we conduct an agency audit through an external accounting firm. We are currently finalizing our single audit for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Our annual audit for last year (FY 22-23) identified a few timesheets lacking original signatures attributed to holidays, vacations and similar occurrences that impacted the tight payroll timeline. This has been remedied by the transition to Paychex for payroll and the hiring of a dedicated HR Specialist. During our agency audit two years ago (FY21-22), three small office supply purchases did not have prior approval, and three employees hired at the height of the COVID lockdown were identified as not having complete I-9 documentation. Controls are and have been in place to ensure all processes are followed and management has since clarified and/or corrected procedures to ensure adherence to controls. Our SSVF VA FOFA audit this year had only had a few correctable minor case file findings. No costs were recouped, policies/trainings were updated, and files were corrected.

We are also routinely audited by all of our city, county, state, and federal funding sources.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
Our Board of Directors reviews and approves financial statements monthly.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

No fee is charged for the Safe Parking Shelter and Rapid Rehousing Program.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain. 1167320 Total Assets ($)
12810 Total Liabilities ($)
1154510 Total Net Assets ($)
1167320 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
3,501,960.00 TOTAL
In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No, our organization does not have any past due obligations with any funding source or an IRS or State levee.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Barbara Andersen
Senior Assistant to the City Administrator
CITY OF SANTA BARBARA, City Administrator’s Office
(805) 564-5302 | [email protected]
Liz Stotts
Administrative Analyst II
CITY OF SANTA BARBARA, Community Development
(805) 564-5511 | [email protected]
CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

20. If your program or activity takes place on school grounds, have you received permission and approval from the appropriate school?
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 1428 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
456 Very low income (30-50% MFI)
186 Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
55 Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
2,125.00 TOTAL
Please list the name and position of the person from whom permission was obtained. If the program or activity is not on school grounds, please put N/A.

N/A. Our program does not perform any activities on school grounds.

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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 10,000.00 $ 20,000.00
Federal $ 663,321.00 $ 770,000.00
State $ 6,354,673.00 $ 5,937,968.00
County $ 75,000.00 $ 75,000.00
Municipal $ 114,586.00 $ 105,856.00
School District $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Foundations/Trusts $ 0.00 $ 30,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 15,000.00 $ 5,000.00
Fees $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Other $ 3,000.00 $ 3,000.00
Total $ 7,235,580.00 $ 6,946,824.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for Current
Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 4,118,145.00 $ 3,843,425.00 $ 20,000.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 137,850.00 $ 137,850.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 408,144.00 $ 408,144.00
Supplies $ 12,500.00 $ 12,500.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising) $ 29,500.00 $ 29,500.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 119,000.00 $ 119,000.00
Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance) $ 43,000.00 $ 43,000.00
Insurance $ 59,700.00 $ 59,700.00
Other: Administration
Expense $ 26,600.00 $ 26,600.00
Program Assistance to
Clients $ 2,280,978.00 $ 2,265,000.00
Total $ 7,235,417.00 $ 6,944,719.00 $ 20,000.00
Budget Narrative
Revenue category "other" includes program manual sales. Expense category "other" includes administration expense such as: staff & other local meetings, books & publications, memberships & dues, professional development, and postage & shipping.

City of Goleta funds would be used to pay for a portion of the Safe Parking Program Manager and South County Case Manager's wages for their hours spent on working with City of Goleta clients.

These are direct services.

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2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
OMG Youth Sports
OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub: Inspire, Achieve, Explore Jump to: Application Questions Budget Documents
$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/15/2025 4:21:25
PM (Pacific)
Project Contact
Jonathan Owens
[email protected]
Tel: 323-314-8593
Additional Contacts
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OMG Youth Sports
819 N Crescent Heights Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90046
United States
Founder
Jonathan Owens
[email protected]
Telephone323-314-8593
Fax
Web www.omgadventures.com
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
To inspire and empower children, youth, and seniors by providing inclusive, accessible opportunities for physical activity, educational enrichment, and personal development. We are dedicated to serving underserved and at-risk communities, including children with disabilities and senior citizens with neurodivergence or special needs, by fostering teamwork, leadership, and confidence through sports, wellness, and adventure-based programs. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where every participant has the opportunity to thrive, learn, and achieve their full potential, regardless of financial, physical, or cognitive barriers."
Our motto is:
"Inspire. Achieve. Explore."
Program Information

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

The OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub is an innovative, year-round program designed to ignite the passions and unlock the potential of Goleta's youth. We aim to create a vibrant and inclusive space where young people can explore their interests, develop essential skills, and become empowered leaders in their community.

The Hub will initially offer four distinct programs, each running in 6-8 week sessions throughout the year (excluding December) to provide diverse learning opportunities and accommodate varying schedules:

1. Goleta Young Inventors Lab:

Focus: This program fosters STEM skills, creativity, and problem-solving in a dynamic, hands-on learning environment.

Activities:

Makerspace Exploration: Youth will have access to a dedicated makerspace equipped with 3D printers, coding tools, robotics kits, electronics components, and a wide array of craft supplies. They will be encouraged to experiment, design, build, and bring their innovative ideas to life.

Weekly Workshops: Expert-led workshops will delve deeper into specific areas of interest, such as:

Robotics and Programming: Learn to build and program robots, exploring the exciting world of automation and artificial intelligence.

Game Design: Develop video games, learning coding, design principles, and storytelling through interactive experiences.

Sustainable Invention: Explore eco-friendly technologies and design solutions to environmental challenges using recycled materials and renewable energy concepts.

Electronics and Circuitry: Discover the fundamentals of electronics, building circuits, and experimenting with different components to create functional devices.

Operation: After-school hours (3:00 PM - 6:00 PM) Monday to Friday, with weekend workshops (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM) on Saturdays. Open to youth aged 10-18.

Monitoring: Attendance tracking, project-based assessments, and feedback surveys will be used to monitor progress and gather valuable input for program improvement.

Inclusivity: The lab will be equipped with adaptive technologies (e.g., adjustable workstations, screen readers, large-print materials) and offer individualized support to ensure accessibility for youth with disabilities.

2. Coastal Explorers Club:

Focus: This program connects youth with Goleta's unique coastal environment, fostering environmental awareness, appreciation, and stewardship.

Activities:

Outdoor Adventures: Exciting excursions will immerse participants in the wonders of the coast, including:

Kayaking Trips: Explore the Goleta coastline by kayak, observing marine life and learning about coastal ecosystems.

Tidepooling Excursions: Discover the fascinating creatures that inhabit the intertidal zone, learning about their adaptations and the importance of preserving their habitat.

Beach Cleanups: Contribute to the health of the coastal environment by participating in organized beach cleanups, removing debris and learning about the impact of pollution.

Hiking Adventures: Explore the scenic trails along the coast, learning about local flora and fauna and appreciating the natural beauty of the region.

Educational Workshops: Interactive workshops will deepen understanding of coastal ecosystems and conservation:

Marine Biology: Learn about the diverse marine life found in the Goleta area, including marine mammals, fish, invertebrates, and seabirds.

Oceanography: Explore the physical properties and processes of the ocean, such as currents, waves, tides, and the impact of climate change.

Coastal Conservation: Learn about the threats facing coastal ecosystems and how to take action to protect them, including responsible recreation, reducing pollution, and advocating for conservation efforts.

Operation: Alternating weekend adventures (Saturdays or Sundays, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM) and weekday workshops (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM). Open to youth aged 12-18.

Monitoring: Participation logs, knowledge assessments, and observation of environmental stewardship behaviors will be used to evaluate program effectiveness.

Inclusivity: Adaptive equipment (e.g., sit-on-top kayaks, beach wheelchairs) and individualized support will be provided to ensure accessibility for youth with disabilities.

3. Goleta Teen Entrepreneur Academy:

Focus: This program equips youth with essential business skills, financial literacy, and an entrepreneurial mindset to pursue their dreams and contribute to the local economy.

Activities:

Business Fundamentals Workshops: Interactive workshops led by experienced entrepreneurs and business professionals will cover key topics:

Business Planning: Develop a comprehensive business plan, including market research, competitive analysis, financial projections, and operational strategies.

Marketing and Sales: Learn effective marketing techniques, including branding, social media marketing, customer relationship management, and sales strategies.

Financial Literacy: Gain a solid understanding of financial concepts, including budgeting, investing, managing debt, and understanding financial statements.

Pitching and Presentation Skills: Develop compelling pitches and presentation skills to effectively communicate business ideas to potential investors and customers.

Mentorship Program: Participants will be paired with local entrepreneurs who will provide guidance, support, and real-world insights into the challenges and rewards of starting and running a business.

Business Idea Competitions: Opportunities to participate in business idea competitions, pitching their concepts to a panel of judges and receiving feedback and potential seed funding.

Operation: Weekly sessions (after-school) on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Open to youth aged 14-18.

Monitoring: Business plan development, participation in pitch competitions, and feedback from mentors will be used to assess progress and identify areas for improvement.

Inclusivity: The program will provide accommodations (e.g., assistive technology, note-takers) and support to ensure all youth, including those with disabilities, can participate fully.

4. "Mindfulness and Movement" Program:

Focus: This program promotes mental health, emotional well-being, and physical activity in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Activities:

Mindfulness Practices: Participants will engage in a variety of mindfulness practices to cultivate selfawareness, reduce stress, and enhance emotional regulation:

Yoga: Learn and practice yoga postures, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques to improve physical flexibility, strength, and mental focus.

Guided Meditation: Experience guided meditation sessions to cultivate inner peace, reduce anxiety, and improve concentration.

Nature Walks: Connect with nature through mindful walks in local parks and trails, observing the natural environment and appreciating its calming influence.

Group Discussions and Activities: Interactive group sessions will provide a safe space for youth to:

Share experiences and challenges related to stress, anxiety, and emotional well-being.

Learn coping strategies and healthy habits to manage stress, build resilience, and enhance emotional intelligence. Develop positive self-talk and cultivate a growth mindset.

Operation: After-school sessions (3:30 PM - 5:00 PM) on Mondays and Wednesdays. Open to youth aged 10-18.

Monitoring: Attendance records, pre- and post-program surveys on well-being, and observation of participation will be used to track progress and evaluate program impact.

Inclusivity: The program will adapt activities and provide modifications (e.g., chair yoga, alternative poses) to ensure inclusivity for youth with diverse abilities and needs.

Target Population: The OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub serves youth aged 10-18 residing in Goleta.

The program prioritizes inclusivity and accessibility, with scholarships available to ensure participation from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds and youth with disabilities.

Hours of Operation: The Hub will operate year-round, excluding December, with programs offered after school, on weekends, and during school breaks. Each program session will run for 6-8 weeks, allowing for multiple sessions throughout the year. Total annual hours of service are estimated at 2,500 hours.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Program effectiveness will be monitored through attendance tracking, participant feedback surveys, pre- and post-program assessments, and observation of skill development and behavioral changes.

City of Goleta Funding: The $10,000 grant from the City of Goleta will be crucial in launching and sustaining the OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub. The funds will be strategically allocated to support the following key areas:

Equipment and Supplies: Purchase of essential equipment and supplies for each program, including:

Young Inventors Lab: 3D printers, robotics kits, coding software, electronics components, craft materials, and adaptive technologies for youth with disabilities.

Coastal Explorers Club: Kayaks, paddles, life vests, tidepooling guides, first aid kits, beach cleanup supplies, and adaptive equipment like sit-on-top kayaks and beach wheelchairs.

Teen Entrepreneur Academy: Laptops, presentation software, marketing materials, and resources for business planning and financial literacy.

Mindfulness and Movement Program: Yoga mats, meditation cushions, blankets, nature guides, and any necessary adaptive equipment.

Program Staff: Hiring qualified instructors and facilitators with expertise in their respective fields, including STEM education, environmental science, entrepreneurship, mindfulness practices, and experience working with youth with diverse abilities.

Marketing and Outreach: Developing and implementing a comprehensive marketing and outreach strategy to promote the program to Goleta youth and families. This will include creating flyers, brochures, and social media content; conducting presentations at schools and community events; and building partnerships with local organizations. The marketing materials will emphasize the program's inclusivity and accessibility for all youth.

Scholarships: Providing financial assistance to ensure access for low-income youth and those with disabilities who may face barriers to participation. This will enable the Hub to reach a broader population and fulfill its mission of empowering all Goleta youth.

The OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub will provide a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for all Goleta's youth to explore their passions, develop essential skills, and become empowered leaders in their community.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

We estimate that the OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub will directly serve approximately 300-400 Goleta youth residents in its first year of operation.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

The OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub: Filling the Gaps and Building a Brighter Future for Goleta's Youth
The OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub is more than just a series of programs; it's a commitment to addressing the unmet needs of Goleta's young people and empowering them to reach their full potential.

We recognize that existing services may not be accessible or comprehensive enough to meet the diverse needs of all youth in our community. That's why we are building a dynamic and evolving resource that fills the gaps and provides a comprehensive range of opportunities for youth development.

Addressing Critical Needs in Year One
In our first year, we will focus on establishing a strong foundation with four impactful programs that directly address critical unmet needs in the Goleta community:

Young Inventors Lab: Sparking a Passion for STEM and Bridging the Accessibility Gap Access to Advanced Technologies for All: We recognize that access to cutting-edge technologies like 3D printers, robotics kits, and coding software is often limited, particularly for underserved youth. The Young Inventors Lab will democratize access to these resources, providing a dedicated makerspace where all young people can explore STEM concepts in a dynamic and engaging environment.

Cultivating Essential 21st-Century Skills: Beyond technical proficiency, the Lab will emphasize critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration – skills that are essential for success in the modern world. Through hands-on projects and challenges, participants will learn to apply STEM knowledge to realworld situations, fostering innovation and preparing them for future careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Inclusivity as a Guiding Principle: We are deeply committed to ensuring that all youth, regardless of background or ability, can participate fully in the Young Inventors Lab. We will provide adaptive technologies, individualized support, and a welcoming environment where everyone feels valued and respected.

Coastal Explorers Club: Fostering Environmental Stewardship and Appreciation for Goleta's Coastline Hands-on Exploration of the Marine Environment: Many young people in Goleta, despite living in a coastal community, lack access to programs that connect them with the marine environment. The Coastal Explorers Club will fill this void by providing immersive outdoor adventures, including kayaking trips, tidepooling excursions, beach cleanups, and hiking adventures. These experiences will foster a deep appreciation for the coastal ecosystem and its inhabitants, while promoting physical activity and teamwork.

Enhancing Environmental Literacy: Through interactive workshops on marine biology, oceanography, and coastal conservation, youth will gain a deeper understanding of the delicate balance of the coastal environment and the impact of human activities. This knowledge will empower them to become responsible stewards of our natural resources.

Empowering Youth as Environmental Advocates: The program will emphasize the importance of protecting our oceans and coastlines, encouraging youth to become active caretakers of their environment. They will learn about responsible recreation, pollution prevention, and advocacy for conservation efforts, enabling them to make informed decisions and contribute to a sustainable future.

Accessibility for All: The Coastal Explorers Club will prioritize inclusivity by providing adaptive equipment, such as sit-on-top kayaks and beach wheelchairs, and offering individualized support to ensure that youth with disabilities can fully participate in all activities.

Teen Entrepreneur Academy: Filling the Entrepreneurship Education Gap and Empowering Future Innovators
Comprehensive Business Training: We recognize that there is a lack of programs specifically designed to equip young people with the knowledge and skills to pursue their entrepreneurial dreams. The Teen Entrepreneur Academy will address this gap by providing comprehensive training in business planning, marketing, finance, and pitching. Participants will learn how to develop a business idea, conduct market research, create a financial plan, and effectively communicate their vision to potential investors and customers.

Cultivating an Entrepreneurial Mindset: Beyond practical skills, the program will foster an entrepreneurial mindset, encouraging creativity, innovation, problem-solving, and a willingness to take calculated risks.

This will empower youth to pursue their passions and contribute to the economic vitality of their community.

Mentorship and Guidance: Participants will be paired with local entrepreneurs who will provide guidance, support, and real-world insights into the challenges and rewards of starting and running a business. This mentorship will provide valuable support and encouragement as young people navigate the entrepreneurial journey.

Promoting Inclusivity: The Teen Entrepreneur Academy will ensure that all youth, including those with disabilities, have the opportunity to participate by providing accommodations and support as needed. "Mindfulness and Movement" Program: Addressing the Growing Need for Youth Mental Health Support Developing Mindfulness Skills: With increasing rates of stress, anxiety, and mental health challenges among youth, there is a critical need for programs that promote mental well-being and emotional regulation. The "Mindfulness and Movement" Program will provide a safe and supportive space for youth to develop mindfulness skills through yoga, guided meditation, and nature walks.

Building Healthy Coping Mechanisms: Interactive group discussions and activities will provide a platform for youth to share experiences, learn coping strategies, and develop healthy habits for managing stress and anxiety. This will empower them to take control of their mental health and build a foundation for lifelong well-being.

Enhancing Emotional Intelligence: The program will foster emotional intelligence by encouraging selfreflection, empathy, and positive communication skills. These skills are essential for building healthy relationships, navigating social situations, and achieving personal and academic success.

Promoting Physical Well-being: By incorporating movement and physical activity, the program will promote physical health and well-being, which are essential components of overall mental health.

Ensuring Inclusivity: The program will be adapted to accommodate youth with diverse abilities and needs, ensuring that all participants can benefit from the practices and activities.

Expanding Horizons: Future Program Development
As the Hub grows and flourishes, we envision expanding our offerings to include a wider range of programs that cater to the diverse interests and needs of Goleta's youth. Some of the programs in development for future years include:

Goleta Youth Media Lab (Year Two): Empowering youth to become storytellers and content creators through filmmaking, podcasting, graphic design, and social media. "Goleta Gives Back" Youth Volunteer Corps (Year Three): Promoting civic engagement and social responsibility through volunteer projects with local nonprofits. "Future Leaders of Goleta" Youth Council (Year Four): Empowering youth voices in local government and community decision-making.

These future programs will further enhance the Hub's impact, providing a comprehensive range of opportunities for youth to explore their passions, develop essential skills, and become active and engaged members of their community.

A Vision for the Future
Our vision for the OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub is to create a thriving center for youth development that:

Provides accessible and inclusive programs for all youth, regardless of their background or abilities.

Responds to evolving needs, continuously adapting and expanding our offerings.

Fosters collaboration and community, partnering with schools, organizations, and businesses.

Empowers the next generation, equipping young people with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to become leaders and changemakers.

The OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub is an investment in the future of Goleta. By providing a nurturing and empowering environment, we aim to unlock the potential of every young person who walks through our doors, helping them to become the best versions of themselves and contribute to a brighter future for all.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

Goleta community as a whole. By providing proactive and supportive programs, we aim to equip youth with the skills, knowledge, and resilience they need to thrive and make positive choices.

Here's how The Hub's programs contribute to the prevention of future problems:

Young Inventors Lab: Preventing Disengagement and Promoting Future Success Combating Educational Disengagement: By providing engaging, hands-on STEM learning experiences, the Young Inventors Lab fosters a love of learning and helps prevent disengagement from education, a key risk factor for dropping out of school and facing future challenges.

Closing the Opportunity Gap: The Lab addresses the opportunity gap in STEM education by providing access to advanced technologies and resources for all youth, regardless of their socioeconomic background. This helps prevent future disparities in educational attainment and career opportunities.

Building Confidence and Self-Efficacy: Through successful completion of projects and challenges, participants gain confidence in their abilities and develop a sense of self-efficacy, which are crucial protective factors against future academic and social difficulties.

Coastal Explorers Club: Preventing Environmental Degradation and Promoting Responsible Citizenship Fostering Environmental Stewardship: By connecting youth with the natural world and educating them about the importance of conservation, the Coastal Explorers Club cultivates a sense of responsibility for the environment. This helps prevent future environmental degradation and promotes responsible citizenship.

Promoting Physical and Mental Well-being: Outdoor activities like kayaking, hiking, and tidepooling promote physical activity, reduce stress, and enhance mental well-being. This can help prevent future health problems associated with sedentary lifestyles and stress.

Building Community and Social Connections: The Club provides opportunities for youth to connect with nature and with each other, fostering a sense of community and belonging. This can help prevent social isolation and promote positive social development.

Teen Entrepreneur Academy: Preventing Financial Instability and Promoting Economic Self-Sufficiency Developing Financial Literacy: The Teen Entrepreneur Academy equips young people with essential financial literacy skills, including budgeting, saving, investing, and understanding credit. This knowledge can help prevent future financial instability and debt.

Promoting Entrepreneurial Skills: By fostering entrepreneurial skills and providing mentorship, the program encourages youth to pursue their passions and create their own opportunities. This can help prevent future unemployment and underemployment.

Building Confidence and Leadership Skills: The program helps youth develop confidence, leadership skills, and a sense of initiative, which are valuable assets for navigating future challenges and achieving success.
"Mindfulness and Movement" Program: Preventing Mental Health Challenges and Promoting Emotional Well-being
Building Resilience and Coping Skills: The "Mindfulness and Movement" Program equips youth with mindfulness practices and coping strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and challenging emotions. This can help prevent future mental health challenges and promote emotional well-being.

Promoting Healthy Habits: The program encourages healthy habits such as physical activity, mindful eating, and stress management techniques, which can help prevent future physical and mental health problems.

Fostering Self-Awareness and Emotional Regulation: By promoting self-awareness and emotional regulation skills, the program helps youth develop healthy coping mechanisms and navigate challenging situations effectively. This can help prevent future interpersonal conflicts and emotional difficulties.

Long-Term Impact: A Ripple Effect of Positive Change
The impact of The Hub's programs extends far beyond the immediate benefits for individual participants.

By addressing the root causes of future problems and fostering positive development, The Hub contributes to:

Reduced crime and delinquency: By providing positive outlets and opportunities for youth, The Hub helps prevent risky behaviors and involvement in crime.

Improved academic achievement: The Hub's programs support academic success by fostering a love of learning, building essential skills, and promoting mental well-being.

Increased civic engagement: By encouraging community involvement and social responsibility, The Hub helps cultivate active and engaged citizens.

Enhanced community health and well-being: The Hub's programs promote physical and mental health, contributing to a healthier and more resilient community.

The OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub is not just preventing future problems; it's building a brighter future for Goleta. By investing in our youth, we are investing in the health, well-being, and prosperity of our community as a whole.

While we strive to create an inclusive environment from the outset, we acknowledge that potential barriers may exist in our facility or programs. Here's how we address them:

Physical Accessibility:

Barrier: Our initial facility may have architectural barriers like stairs, narrow doorways, or inaccessible restrooms.

Solution: We will prioritize securing a facility that meets ADA accessibility standards. If modifications are needed, we will work with the landlord or property owner to implement ramps, wider doorways, accessible restrooms, and other necessary adaptations. We will also ensure that our program activities are held in accessible locations.

Visual Impairments:

Barrier: Printed materials, visual presentations, and website information may not be accessible to individuals with visual impairments.

Solution: We will provide materials in alternative formats, such as large print, Braille, and audio recordings.

We will also ensure our website complies with accessibility guidelines, including proper color contrast, alternative text for images, and keyboard navigation.

Hearing Impairments:

Barrier: Verbal communication, meetings, and presentations may pose challenges for individuals with hearing impairments.

Solution: We will provide sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, and closed captioning for videos and presentations. We will also use clear and concise language, facing the audience when speaking, and minimizing background noise.

Cognitive Disabilities:

Barrier: Complex instructions, fast-paced activities, or overwhelming environments may be difficult for individuals with cognitive disabilities.

Solution: We will provide clear and simple instructions, break down tasks into smaller steps, offer visual aids and demonstrations, and provide individualized support as needed. We will also create a calm and supportive environment with minimal distractions.

Communication Disabilities:

Barrier: Individuals with speech or language impairments may face challenges in communicating their needs or participating in discussions.

Solution: We will provide communication aids, such as picture cards or augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices. We will also be patient and attentive listeners, allowing individuals ample time to express themselves and offering alternative communication methods as needed.

Employment and Meetings:

Recruitment and Hiring: We will ensure our job postings and application processes are accessible and inclusive. We will provide reasonable accommodations during interviews and onboarding for individuals with disabilities.

Meetings and Training: We will hold meetings and training sessions in accessible locations and provide necessary accommodations, such as sign language interpreters, assistive listening devices, or materials in alternative formats.

Obtaining Services:

Clear Communication: We will provide information about our programs and services in accessible formats and offer assistance with completing applications or forms.

Individualized Support: We will work with individuals with disabilities to understand their needs and provide appropriate accommodations to ensure they can fully participate in our programs.

Ongoing Commitment:

We are committed to ongoing learning and improvement in our efforts to create an inclusive and accessible environment for all. We will:

Regularly review our facilities, programs, and services to identify and address potential barriers.

Train our staff on disability awareness and best practices for providing accommodations.

Actively seek feedback from individuals with disabilities to ensure we are meeting their needs.

The OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub believes that everyone deserves the opportunity to participate fully in our programs and services. We are dedicated to removing barriers and providing alternative access to ensure that individuals with disabilities have an equal chance to thrive and reach their full potential.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Yes, absolutely! The City of Goleta's grant funding will act as a catalyst, leveraging significant additional resources and sparking new initiatives to amplify the impact of the OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub.

Here's how the grant will leverage other resources:

Joint Partnerships:

The grant will enable us to solidify partnerships with key organizations in Goleta, such as:

Schools: We will collaborate with local schools to integrate The Hub's programs into after-school activities, provide access to facilities, and ensure our offerings complement school curricula.

Community Centers: We will partner with community centers to offer programs in convenient locations, reaching a wider audience and maximizing resource utilization.

Nonprofit Organizations: We will collaborate with nonprofits like the UCSB Marine Science Institute, environmental organizations, and youth development groups to share expertise, resources, and program delivery.

Local Businesses: We will engage local businesses to provide mentorship for the Teen Entrepreneur Academy, offer internship opportunities, and potentially sponsor programs or events.

These partnerships will expand the reach of The Hub, enhance program quality, and create a strong network of support for Goleta's youth.

Matching Funds and Cost Sharing:

The City of Goleta's grant will be used to secure matching funds and in-kind contributions from other sources, including:

Foundations: We are actively seeking grants from local and national foundations that support youth development, STEM education, environmental conservation, and entrepreneurship.

Corporate Sponsorships: We will approach local businesses to sponsor specific programs or provide inkind donations of equipment, supplies, or expertise.

Individual Donors: We will launch a fundraising campaign to engage individual donors who are passionate about supporting Goleta's youth.

Volunteer Support: We will recruit volunteers to assist with program delivery, administrative tasks, and fundraising efforts, leveraging their time and expertise.

By leveraging the City's grant, we can attract additional funding and resources, significantly increasing the overall investment in The Hub and expanding its impact.

Catalyzing Other Initiatives:

The Hub's success will serve as a model for future youth development initiatives in Goleta. By demonstrating the positive impact of our programs, we can inspire other organizations and individuals to invest in youth and create new opportunities.

The Hub can also act as a platform for collaborative projects and initiatives that address broader community needs. For example, we can partner with other organizations to address issues like youth homelessness, food insecurity, or mental health challenges.

The City of Goleta's grant will not only fund The Hub's initial programs but also spark a ripple effect of positive change throughout the community.

Other Grant Sources:

In addition to the City of Goleta's grant, we are actively pursuing funding from the following sources:

The Orfalea Foundation: We have submitted a grant proposal for funding to support the Young Inventors Lab and the Coastal Explorers Club.

The Santa Barbara Foundation: We are preparing a grant application for their Youth Empowerment Grant program to support the Teen Entrepreneur Academy and the "Mindfulness and Movement" Program.

The California Coastal Conservancy: We are exploring grant opportunities to support the Coastal Explorers Club's environmental education and stewardship activities.

We are confident that the City of Goleta's grant, combined with these other funding sources, will enable us to launch a successful and impactful Youth Empowerment Hub that will benefit Goleta's young people for years to come.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
The requested funds from the City of Goleta are absolutely vital to the successful launch and operation of the OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub. While we are committed to securing funding from diverse sources, the City's grant plays a crucial role in:

Launching Foundational Programs:

The grant will enable us to purchase essential equipment and supplies for the four core programs, including 3D printers, robotics kits, kayaks, and other materials. Without these resources, we would be unable to offer the hands-on, engaging experiences that are central to The Hub's mission.

The grant will also support the hiring of qualified instructors and facilitators who possess the expertise and passion to deliver high-quality programs.

Securing Matching Funds:

The City's grant acts as a critical leverage point for attracting matching funds from foundations, corporations, and individual donors. Many funders require evidence of community support, and the City's investment demonstrates a strong commitment to The Hub's success. This will significantly increase our fundraising potential and enable us to expand our programs and reach more youth.

Building Momentum and Sustainability:

The City's grant provides crucial seed funding to launch The Hub and establish its presence in the community. This initial investment will create momentum and generate interest, making it easier to attract additional funding and build a sustainable organization.

Making Up for Partial Funding:

In the event of partial funding, we will implement the following strategies:

Prioritize Essential Expenses: We will focus on securing essential equipment and staff to launch a smallerscale version of The Hub, potentially with fewer program offerings or reduced capacity.

Increase Fundraising Efforts: We will intensify our fundraising efforts to secure additional funds from foundations, corporations, and individual donors.

Explore Cost-Sharing Partnerships: We will explore opportunities for cost-sharing with partner organizations, such as schools and community centers, to maximize resource utilization.

Implement a Phased Approach: We may launch programs in phases, starting with those that require the least initial investment and gradually expanding as we secure more funding.

Alternative Funding Sources:

If we are not awarded funding or receive partial funding from the City of Goleta, we will actively pursue these alternative funding sources:

Expand Grant Applications: We will submit proposals to a wider range of foundations and government agencies that support youth development, STEM education, environmental conservation, and entrepreneurship. This includes exploring grants from organizations like the National Science Foundation, the Environmental Protection Agency, and the U.S. Department of Education.

Crowdfunding Campaigns: We will launch targeted crowdfunding campaigns to engage the community and raise funds for specific program needs or equipment purchases.

Community Events and Fundraisers: We will organize community events and fundraisers to raise awareness about The Hub and generate financial support.

In-Kind Donations: We will actively solicit in-kind donations of equipment, supplies, and expertise from local businesses and individuals.

We are confident that through a combination of these strategies, we can secure the necessary resources to launch and sustain the OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub, even in the face of funding challenges.

Our commitment to empowering Goleta's youth remains unwavering, and we are dedicated to finding creative solutions to ensure the success of this vital initiative.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
While the OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub welcomes and serves youth from all socioeconomic backgrounds, our programs do not primarily serve those with low incomes. We aim to be an inclusive resource for all young people in Goleta, regardless of their financial circumstances.

However, we recognize that cost can be a barrier to participation for some families. To ensure accessibility for youth from low-income households, we will:

Offer Scholarships: We will provide need-based scholarships to cover program fees, ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent any young person from participating.

Partner with Community Organizations: We will collaborate with organizations serving low-income families to provide information about The Hub and facilitate access to our programs.

Offer Sliding Scale Fees: Where applicable, we will offer a sliding scale fee structure based on family income to make our programs more affordable.

Documentation of Income:

For families applying for scholarships or sliding scale fees, we will require documentation of income to ensure that financial assistance is allocated fairly and effectively. This documentation may include:

Tax returns
Pay stubs
Documentation of government assistance programs (e.g., SNAP, CalFresh) A signed statement of income
We will maintain confidentiality and handle all financial information with sensitivity and respect.

Our Commitment to Equity and Inclusion:

The OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub is committed to equity and inclusion. We believe that all young people deserve access to high-quality programs that support their development and empower them to reach their full potential, regardless of their socioeconomic background. By offering financial assistance and working to remove barriers to participation, we strive to create a truly inclusive space where all Goleta youth can thrive.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

Our organization was last audited by the IRS in 2023. There were no findings or concerns.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
Financial transparency and accountability are top priorities for the OMG Youth Sports. Our Board of Directors plays a crucial role in overseeing our financial health and ensuring responsible stewardship of resources.

Board Review and Approval of Financial Statements:

Quarterly Reviews: Our Board of Directors reviews and approves financial statements on a quarterly basis.

This ensures regular oversight and enables the Board to stay informed about the organization's financial performance and make informed decisions.

Annual Review: In addition to quarterly reviews, the Board conducts a comprehensive annual review of the organization's financial statements, including the annual budget and audit (if applicable).

Quarterly Review Process:

Our quarterly financial statement review process involves the following steps:

Preparation by Staff: Our finance staff prepares the quarterly financial statements, including:

Balance Sheet: Provides a snapshot of the organization's assets, liabilities, and net assets at a specific point in time.

Income Statement: Shows the organization's revenues and expenses over a period of time, indicating whether the organization operated at a surplus or deficit.

Statement of Cash Flows: Tracks the flow of cash in and out of the organization, providing insights into its liquidity and financial health.

Review by Finance Committee: The financial statements are first reviewed by the Board's Finance Committee, which is composed of Board members with financial expertise. The Finance Committee analyzes the statements, identifies any areas of concern, and makes recommendations to the full Board.

Presentation to the Board: The Finance Committee presents the financial statements to the full Board of Directors at a scheduled Board meeting. The presentation includes a summary of key financial metrics, trends, and any significant variances from the budget.

Board Discussion and Approval: The Board engages in a thorough discussion of the financial statements, asking questions and seeking clarification as needed. Once the Board is satisfied with the information presented, they formally vote to approve the financial statements.

Adjustments and Amendments:

Ongoing Monitoring: Our finance staff continuously monitors the organization's financial performance throughout the year. If significant variances from the budget or other financial concerns arise, they are brought to the attention of the Finance Committee and the Board for review and action.

Adjustments: The Board may authorize adjustments to the budget or financial plans as needed to respond to changing circumstances or new opportunities.

Amendments: If necessary, the Board can amend previously approved financial statements to reflect corrected information or changes in accounting policies.

Transparency and Accountability:

Our commitment to financial transparency and accountability extends beyond the Board of Directors. We also:

Provide regular financial reports to funders.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.

Adhere to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Conduct regular internal audits to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement.

By adhering to these practices, we ensure that the OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub operates with the highest level of financial integrity and responsibility, maintaining the trust of our funders, partners, and the community we serve.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

Yes, the OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub does charge fees for some of our programs and services.

However, we strive to make our offerings accessible to all youth, regardless of their financial circumstances.

Here's how our fee structure works:

Varied Fees: Fees vary depending on the specific program, its duration, the materials involved, and any specialized instruction required. For example, a program involving specialized equipment or expert instructors may have a higher fee than one that utilizes readily available resources.

Scholarships and Sliding Scale: We offer need-based scholarships and sliding scale fees to ensure that financial constraints do not prevent any young person from participating.

Donations: While not required, we welcome donations to support our programs and expand our reach to more youth in the community.

Fee Evaluation and Updates:

We regularly review and update our fee schedule to ensure it remains aligned with our operating costs and accessibility goals. Our fee evaluation process includes:

Board Review: Our Board of Directors reviews and approves all fee changes at each Board meeting, typically held quarterly. This ensures that fees are set thoughtfully and transparently.

Program Launch Review: Whenever we launch a new program or service, we conduct a thorough review of the associated costs and set fees accordingly.

Annual Budget Review: During our annual budget review process, we assess the overall fee structure to ensure it aligns with our financial needs and accessibility goals.

This regular review process ensures that our fees remain competitive, reflect the value of our programs, and support the long-term sustainability of the OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

Not applicable.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Sharon Song, 415-299-2139
Kimberlee King, 818-601-3531
CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

Refer to the Library section of the main page to view a link to the FY 2024 Federal Income Limits for each of the below categories. PLEASE ENTER N/A IF YOUR ORGANIZATION DOES NOT COLLECT INCOME INFORMATION ON CLIENTS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES. 155314 Total Assets ($)
114594 Total Liabilities ($)
40720 Total Net Assets ($)
155314 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
465,942.00 TOTAL
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 36 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
103 Very low income (30-50% MFI)
61 Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
48 Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)

N/A
248.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 2,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Federal $ 0.00
State $ 0.00 $ 0.00
County $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Municipal $ 0.00 $ 0.00
School District $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Foundations/Trusts $ 5,000.00 $ 12,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 0.00 $ 5,000.00
Fees $ 0.00 $ 8,000.00
Other
Total $ 7,000.00 $ 35,000.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for Current
Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 0.00 $ 7,000.00 $ 2,000.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 2,000.00 $ 0.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 3,000.00 $ 0.00
Supplies $ 6,500.00 $ 2,000.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising) $ 1,000.00 $ 500.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 1,000.00 $ 500.00
Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance) $ 5,500.00 $ 2,000.00
Insurance $ 2,000.00 $ 500.00
Other $ 2,000.00 $ 0.00
Financial Aid $ 5,000.00 $ 2,500.00
Total $ 0.00 $ 35,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Budget Narrative
This budget outlines the anticipated expenses for the first year of operation for the OMG Goleta Youth Empowerment Hub, categorized according to the provided categories. The budget prioritizes direct program expenses, allocating a significant portion of the total budget to ensure high-quality programming and engaging experiences for youth.

Salaries:

Covers the cost of a part-time Program Coordinator to oversee daily operations and a part-time administrative support person for logistical and operational tasks.

Consultants:

Includes fees for guest speakers and mentors who will provide specialized expertise and guidance to participants in the Teen Entrepreneur Academy.

Facility Rental:

Covers the cost of renting a suitable facility for The Hub's programs and activities.

Supplies:

Includes all necessary materials and supplies for each program, including those specific to each program (e.g., coding software for the Young Inventors Lab, tidepooling guides for the Coastal Explorers Club) and general office supplies.

Marketing:

Covers the cost of creating marketing materials (flyers, brochures, website content) and promoting programs through various channels.

Travel:

Includes transportation costs for field trips and excursions associated with the Coastal Explorers Club and the Mindfulness & Movement Program.

Equipment:

Covers the cost of essential equipment for the Young Inventors Lab (3D printers, robotics kits) and the Coastal Explorers Club (kayaks, safety gear).

Insurance:

Covers essential insurance policies for The Hub's operations and activities.

Other:

Includes expenses that don't fit neatly into other categories, such as website development and maintenance, competition fees for the Teen Entrepreneur Academy, and miscellaneous administrative costs.

This budget reflects our commitment to providing high-quality, accessible programs for Goleta's youth.

We believe that this investment will yield significant returns in the form of increased youth engagement, improved academic outcomes, enhanced community well-being, and a brighter future for Goleta.

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Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS Letter
List of Board Members Board of Directors
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
Balance Sheet
Organizational Budget Organization Budget
Organizational Chart
Supplemental or Additional Information
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Organic Soup Kitchen
Basic Needs: Nutrition and Food Security
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$ 11,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/28/2025 10:01:31
AM (Pacific)
Project Contact
Andrea Slaby
[email protected]
Tel: 805.364.2790
Additional Contacts
none entered
Organic Soup Kitchen
315 Meigs Rd
Ste A 369
Santa Barbara, CA 93109
Executive Director
Anthony Carroccio
[email protected]
Telephone805-364-2790
Fax
Web www.organicsoupkitchen.org
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
Organic Soup Kitchen provides metabolic oncology nutrition to support the health of low income seniors, cancer patients and chronically ill community members.

Program Information

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

1. Organic Soup Kitchen provides nutrition and food security to low income seniors, cancer patients and chronically ill community members each week. Nutrient dense SoupMeals will be formulated, handcrafted and delivered to residents in Goleta weekly by a network of community members and human service agency partners. We closely monitor each member of our nutrition and food security program through a written intake form and required quarterly surveys. We serve 95% low income individuals and families, 60% identify as non white, 70% are female and 90% are age 62+.

2. Our distribution/education center is open to the public Monday-Friday from 9am-1pm and our team is there daily from 8-4pm. SoupMeals are made at our kitchen multiple times throughout the week and weekends.

3. We have two locations. The kitchen is located at 608 Anacapa Street, Suite C and the distribution/education center is at 126 E. Haley Street.

4. We will provide home delivery of frozen, handcrafted SoupMeals to Goleta residents weekly up to 14 meals (7 containers). This funding will go towards ingredients and delivery costs to serve Goleta individuals and families.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

We currently serve approximately 162 residents in Goleta. In Santa Barbara, we serve 603. In Carp, we have

58. We serve 99+ in North County (Santa Maria Valley). We anticipate 10% growth in all geographic regions in 2025.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

As our senior population rapidly increases and financial pressure restricts our residents’ ability to meet basic needs, the nutritional divide widens. This inequity means that more of our residents will turn to inexpensive processed food that exacerbates the epidemic of diet related illness and accelerates the reliance on prescription medications and expensive medical treatments. The economic burden of chronic illness and disease is something that impacts entire families, caregivers and has a ripple effect on future generations.

Food insecurity is one of the most consequential social determinants to health and is directly linked to poor health outcomes and the resulting financial burden families face. According to a 2019 Feeding America study, the trickle down effect of food insecurity adds $53 billion dollars to healthcare costs annually. Our program is a lifeline for vulnerable seniors and families providing access to nutrition that improves health outcomes and reduces medical care costs. By tackling food insecurity, healthy food and chronic illness simultaneously, we work to break the cycle that perpetuates poor health for those experiencing economic hardship.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

For 15 years, our agency has been closely watching mounting data from leading institutions including the Mayo Clinic, American Cancer Society, National Institute of Health, SB Foundation etc, that says diet related illness is on the rise and food insecurity is a contributing factor to the prevalence of chronic disease.

According to the National Institute of health, “Food insecurity, or the limited or uncertain access to food resulting from inadequate financial resources, is associated with a higher prevalence of chronic disease in adulthood.”
One-time or annual community event (concert, creek cleanups, festival, etc.) Youth programs
Senior programs (food/nutrition, education programs, day activities, etc.) Environmental/wildlife/animal welfare programs
Public services for low-income residents/homeless
Educational programs
Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other:

Our program exists to interrupt this cycle for individuals, families and future generations by meeting the following objectives:
–Provide access to clean, clinically formulated nutrition that strengthens the immune system, promotes healing, increases energy and helps to reverse poor health outcomes associated with a lack of good nutrition; –Minimize the incidence of malnutrition and meet the specific dietary needs of those living with cancer, diabetes, heart disease or other chronic illnesses;
–Slow the reliance on inexpensive processed and ultra processed foods which research shows perpetuates the cycle of diet related chronic illness;
–Lower the reliance on prescription medications and other medical treatments which often costs seniors and families thousands of out of pocket dollars annually;
–Support seniors’ ability to thrive independently and afford other basic living costs such as rent and medical care; and
–Break the chain of isolation many seniors experience through the weekly hand delivery of nutrient dense SoupMeals to residents’ doorsteps.

7. Does your facility or program have any barriers that would prevent a person with a disability (verbal, visual, physical, cognitive, etc.) from gaining employment, attending meetings, or obtaining services?
If so, what measures do you take to provide persons with disabilities alternative access to your facility or program?
We work hard to break down barriers that would prevent someone from joining our organization or receiving our services. All of our facilities are fully accessible and ADA compliant including the kitchen, office, and bathroom. Our website is ADA compliant for those who are blind, deaf or dyslexic and available for translation in 12 different languages (this is located at the bottom of each page). We welcome staff and volunteers of all abilities and have a strong non discrimination policy. We have a disabled volunteer in our kitchen who has been with us for many years.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

We are applying for other grants including City of SB, County of SB and private and family foundations. For delivery, we have a partnership with DoorDash, however they only subsidize a portion of delivery charges.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
If we receive partial funding, we will seek funding from foundations and private donors or be forced to put Goleta residents on our waiting list.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

We had a review in 2023 and no findings or concerns.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
Our board reviews and approves financial statements on a quarterly basis and they check progress monthly.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

We do not charge a fee unless an individual is not considered low income by HUD standards. If that is the case, we charge based on a sliding scale.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

N/A

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Clarissa Montenegro Housing Specialist at The Housing Authority of Santa Barbara [email protected]
(805) 965-1071
Mary Robles: [email protected] Senior Program Fund of Santa Barbara Fund CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply. 1,635,488 Total Assets ($)
415,411 Total Liabilities ($)
931,392 Total Net Assets ($)
1,346,803 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
4,329,094.00 TOTAL
Yes
No

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

N/A
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 80% Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
17% Very low income (30-50% MFI)
3% Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)

0.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources
Total Program
Revenue for Current
Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 0.00 $ 11,000.00
Federal $ 0.00 $ 0.00
State $ 0.00 $ 0.00
County $ 20,000.00 $ 70,000.00
Municipal $ 28,000.00 $ 28,000.00
In-Kind Donations $ 1,000,000.00 $ 1,200,000.00
Foundations/Trusts $ 380,000.00 $ 400,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 200,000.00 $ 250,000.00
Fees $ 100,000.00 $ 150,000.00
Program and Capital Project
Funding $ 300,000.00 $ 650,000.00
Total $ 2,028,000.00 $ 2,759,000.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for
Current Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll Taxes $ 430,000.00 $ 450,000.00 $ 0.00 Consultants and Contracts $ 20,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 0.00 Facility, Rent, Utilities, Maintenance $ 208,000.00 $ 215,000.00 $ 0.00 Supplies--
Ingredients/packaging/Kitchen
supplies
$ 204,000.00 $ 215,000.00 $ 5,000.00
Application ID: 487939
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Marketing (Printing, Advertising) $ 15,000.00 $ 13,000.00 $ 0.00 Travel, Mileage, Training, meetings,
eduation $ 24,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Equipment (Rental/Maintenance) $ 4,000.00 $ 475,000.00
Insurance $ 30,000.00 $ 32,000.00
Auto $ 17,000.00 $ 18,000.00 $ 6,000.00
Office supplies $ 4,000.00 $ 4,300.00
Printing/postage $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00
Tax Prep/Audit etc $ 10,000.00 $ 12,000.00
Utilities $ 6,700.00 $ 7,500.00
In Kind Donation $ 1,000,000.00 $ 1,200,000.00
Total $ 1,973,700.00 $ 2,682,800.00 $ 11,000.00
Budget Narrative
Direct services to be used for ingredients and delivery costs.

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Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status Organic Soup Kitchen IRS Tax Exempt Letter List of Board Members OSK Board Members
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
OSK 2023 990
Organizational Budget OSK Org. Budget
Organizational Chart OSK Org Chart
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
People's Self-Help Housing Corporation
Supportive Housing for Low-Income Households
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$ 15,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/31/2025 2:16:04 PM
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Project Contact
June Eastham
[email protected]
Tel: 8055482345
Additional Contacts
none entered
People's Self-Help Housing
Corporation
1060 Kendall Road
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
United States
CEO & President
Kenneth Trigueiro
[email protected]
Telephone(805) 548-2345
Fax (805) 544-1901
Web www.pshhc.org
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
We build affordable homes with site-based services that offer opportunities to change lives and strengthen communities on the Central Coast of California.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

PSHH's Supportive Housing Program (SHP) provides comprehensive clinical case management services to 253 households across five affordable rental properties in Goleta: Villa La Esperanza (83 units), Casas de los Carneros (70 units), Isla Vista Apartments (56 units), Storke Ranch Apartments (36 units), and Ellwood Apartments (8 units). Through an integrated service delivery model, SHP combines housing stability support with targeted social services to foster resident success and community resilience.

Program policies and framework:
• Services provided weekdays between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM • On-site delivery at each property location
• Additional support available via telephone and videoconference • No waitlist policy ensures immediate access to services • All services provided at no cost to residents
Target population:
• Low-income families and individuals (qualifying at 50% AMI or below) • USDA-eligible farmworker households
• Seniors and persons with disabilities
• Limited English proficiency households
• Families requiring ongoing stability support
Service delivery model:
• Licensed clinical social workers
• Housing stability assistance and eviction prevention
• Healthcare access coordination
• Benefits enrollment and optimization
• Financial literacy coaching
• Crisis intervention
• Critical transportation support
• Mental health service referrals
• Multilingual service delivery in English and Spanish
Program monitoring:
• Clinical supervision averaging 2 hours weekly per social worker • Monthly director-level program evaluation
• Regular reporting to organizational leadership
• HIPAA-compliant database tracking of client outcomes
• Continuous quality improvement processes
City of Goleta funds will specifically support:
• Clinical social worker salary expenses
• Clinical supervision ensuring service quality
• Case management infrastructure supporting resident stability • Evidence-based intervention strategies preventing homelessness Through this comprehensive approach, SHP demonstrates consistent success in helping residents maintain stable housing while building long-term household resilience. Our integrated service model ensures that Goleta's most vulnerable residents receive the support needed to thrive in permanent affordable housing.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

The program will serve 530 individuals from 183 Goleta Households.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

One-time or annual community event (concert, creek cleanups, festival, etc.) Youth programs

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

The Supportive Housing Program addresses critical unmet needs in Goleta's housing and social services landscape through evidence-based intervention strategies.

Housing Affordability:
• Current market conditions require earnings of nearly 3 times the state minimum wage to afford Goleta's average monthly rent of $2,250 for a one-bedroom apartment • 65% of extremely low-income households are severely rent-burdened, allocating over 50% of income to housing costs
• Limited financial resources remain for essential needs including healthcare, nutrition, and utilities SHP addresses these challenges through:
• Integration of clinical case management with affordable housing • Bilingual/bicultural service delivery
• Healthcare system navigation support
• Crisis intervention preventing homelessness
• Financial literacy and stability coaching
• Coordinated resource referrals
Since 2019, the number of households seeking and receiving SHP services in Goleta have increased 59%.

Through our comprehensive approach, SHP provides essential stability support while preventing costly civic impacts from deferred healthcare, poverty persistence, and potential homelessness. Our integrated service model creates measurable improvements in resident wellbeing while addressing critical gaps in community safety net services.

This strategic intervention aligns with regional housing stability goals while providing culturally responsive services that meet the diverse needs of Goleta's most vulnerable residents.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

The Supportive Housing Program implements comprehensive preventive strategies that demonstrate measurable impact in averting housing instability and associated community challenges. Our evidencebased intervention model combines clinical expertise with targeted resource deployment to achieve sustained positive outcomes.

Housing Stability Prevention:
• 99%+ of SHP clients maintain stable housing six months after initiating services, meeting HUD's definition of housing security
• Strategic early intervention and mediation with PSHH’s property management prevents evictions through coordinated support services, for both non-payment of rent and lease violations • Integrated case management addresses emerging challenges before they threaten stability • Financial literacy coaching builds long-term household resilience Healthcare System Impact Prevention:

Senior programs (food/nutrition, education programs, day activities, etc.) Environmental/wildlife/animal welfare programs
Public services for low-income residents/homeless
Educational programs
Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other:
• Proactive coordination reduces strain on emergency medical services • Early intervention prevents deferred medical and behavioral healthcare • Strategic partnerships enhance preventive care access • Bilingual service delivery removes barriers to timely treatment Resource Optimization Framework:
• Clinical social workers provide immediate crisis response • Coordinated referral networks maximize community resources • Emergency assistance fund prevents utility shutoffs and related crises • Transportation support ensures consistent healthcare access Measurable Prevention Outcomes:
• Zero SHP client evictions in the previous fiscal year • Increased healthcare enrollment and utilization rates • Enhanced financial stability through benefits optimization • Improved access to mental health and preventive services SHP demonstrates consistent success in:
• Averting returns to homelessness
• Preventing healthcare emergencies
• Reducing public system impacts
• Building sustainable household stability
• Fostering community resilience
Our comprehensive approach creates measurable reductions in future challenges while maximizing the effectiveness of available resources. By maintaining this prevention-focused framework, SHP continues to demonstrate strategic value in supporting Goleta's most vulnerable residents while preventing costly system impacts.

Accessibility Infrastructure:
• All PSHH properties and facilities maintain full ADA compliance • Service delivery locations are designed for universal access • Zero barriers to program enrollment or participation
Service Delivery Adaptations:
• No waitlists or service restrictions
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate individual needs
• On-site service delivery reducing transportation barriers • Remote access options via phone and video platforms
Language Access:
• Bilingual clinical staff (English/Spanish)
• Real-time translation services available
• Documentation provided in multiple formats
• Cultural competency integrated throughout service delivery Accommodations Protocol:
• Individualized needs assessment at intake
• Proactive identification of potential barriers
• Ongoing evaluation of accommodation effectiveness
Through this strategic accessibility framework, SHP maintains consistent service availability while ensuring that disabilities never create barriers to program participation. Our integrated support model demonstrates ongoing success in providing equitable access to critical stability services for all Goleta residents.

Program monitoring continuously evaluates accessibility effectiveness, allowing for immediate adaptation to emerging needs while maintaining service quality across all resident populations.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

The City's grant funding plays a vital role in strengthening SHP's comprehensive service delivery framework while enhancing our capacity to leverage additional resources. Recognition as a City of Goleta funding recipient significantly bolsters our ability to secure supplemental funding and develop strategic community partnerships that maximize program impact.

Strategic Partnership Framework:
• Housing Authority of Santa Barbara collaboration for Housing Choice Vouchers • CenCal Health partnership enhancing healthcare access coordination • Department of Housing and Urban Development's Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing program integration
• Santa Barbara County Social Services coordination for benefits optimization • Santa Barbara Food Bank nutrition assistance
• Catholic Charities emergency assistance coordination
• Ride-On transportation services
• Salvation Army resource coordination
The City's investment enhances our ability to:
• Demonstrate community support to regional funders
• Secure matching funds from private foundations
• Strengthen applications for federal/state grants
• Build sustainable funding partnerships
Through this comprehensive approach to resource development, City funding serves as a cornerstone for expanding program capacity while maintaining service quality. Our strategic partnership model ensures that every dollar invested catalyzes additional community support, creating sustainable pathways to enhanced service delivery.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
The requested City of Goleta funding plays a vital role in the sustainability of SHP's comprehensive service delivery model while maintaining program quality and accessibility. Our strategic approach to resource development integrates multiple funding streams to ensure consistent service availability for Goleta's most vulnerable residents.

The City’s support helps ensure year-to-year continuation of:
• Supports direct service delivery to up to 253 resident households • Maintains clinical staffing ratios ensuring service quality • Enables comprehensive case management infrastructure
• Facilitates critical emergency response capacity
• Strengthens community partnership development
If awarded partial funding, PSHH will pursue a multi-faceted approach to address funding gaps via private foundation grants, corporate grants, and individual donations.

Contingency Planning: While alternative funding sources exist, any redirection of organizational reserves would impact our capacity to develop additional affordable housing, expand critical resident services and develop community partnerships, implement service innovations, or respond to emerging community needs or emergencies.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
PSHH implements comprehensive income verification protocols aligned with federal housing guidelines while maintaining transparent documentation standards. Our strategic approach combines rigorous compliance with responsive service delivery to ensure program accessibility for our most vulnerable community members.

We utilize HUD and USDA-compliant documentation requirements with an annual household recertification processes.

Additionally, our age distribution is as follows:
• 245 children (under 18)
• 124 young adults (18-25)
• 308 adults (26-64)
• 61 seniors (65+)

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

As a recipient of more than $750,000 in federal funding, year over year, PSHH is required to perform an annual Single Audit. Our fiscal year runs from July through June, aligning with governmental fiscal years.

Our most recent audit for FY2023-24 was completed in January 2025.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
The board meets every two months, and reviews and approves financial statements at every board meeting.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

No fees are charged and no donations are suggested.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).
241366547 Total Assets ($)

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Rick Gulino, MSW, Director of Resident Services and Neighborhood Development, PSHH, (805) 540- 2498
Catherine Manning, LCSW, Clinical Supervisor/Bilingual Social Worker, PSHH, (805) 540-2497 CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

Refer to the Library section of the main page to view a link to the FY 2024 Federal Income Limits for each of the below categories. PLEASE ENTER N/A IF YOUR ORGANIZATION DOES NOT COLLECT INCOME INFORMATION ON CLIENTS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES. 155099978 Total Liabilities ($)
86266569 Total Net Assets ($)
241366547 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
724,099,641.00 TOTAL
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 44 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
32 Very low income (30-50% MFI)
19 Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
5 Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
100.00 TOTAL

N/A
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 14,646.00 $ 15,000.00
Federal
State
County
Municipal
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 17,320.00 $ 18,532.00
Donations/Fundraising
Fees
PSHH $ 117,656.00 $ 126,563.00
Total $ 149,622.00 $ 160,095.00
Funding Uses/ExpensesExpenditures for Current
Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 108,530.00 $ 116,127.00 $ 15,000.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 235.00 $ 251.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 728.00 $ 779.00
Supplies $ 329.00 $ 352.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising)
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 2,265.00 $ 2,424.00
Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance) $ 172.00 $ 184.00
Insurance $ 368.00 $ 394.00
Other $ 525.00 $ 562.00
Indirect $ 36,470.00 $ 39,022.00
Total $ 149,622.00 $ 160,095.00 $ 15,000.00
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Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS 501c(3) letter
List of Board Members Board Leadership
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
Single Audit
Application ID: 487795
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2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Santa Barbara Alternative to Violence Project
Community Intervention Program
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$ 25,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/31/2025 12:59:09 PM
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Project Contact
Ramiro Detrinidad
[email protected]
Tel: (805) 450-9245
Additional Contacts
none entered
Santa Barbara Alternative
to Violence Project
PO Box 3294
Santa Barbara, CA 93130
United States
Executive Director
Ramiro Detrinidad
[email protected]
Telephone(805) 456-2558
Fax
Web https://sbavp.org/
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
The Santa Barbara Alternatives to Violence Project transforms youth in our communities by encouraging them to lead nonviolent lives through mentorship, education, and accountability.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

SBAVP is under contract with the Santa Barbara Unified School District to service a specified number of leadership training workshops to its students and a fixed number mediations and group sessions on campus at the District’s high schools, junior highs, and alternative schools.

In addition to our off-campus AVP workshops and on-campus training and mediation for the School District, our work includes various initiatives grouped under the label “community violence intervention” or CVI. The efforts included are street outreach, violence interruption, gang and conflict mediation, and family services support. All services are available to students in SBUSD’s high and junior high schools. It is provided off-campus, after hours, and often on an emergency basis. This community-based violence intervention program, particularly for Goleta students at Dos Pueblos High School and Goleta Valley Junior High, is the subject of our funding request from the City of Goleta.

The funds asked for in this proposal will be spent after-hours in the community when our Outreach Coordinators respond to calls or text messages from families asking for help with issues like suicide prevention, gang mediation, violence mediation, and runaways.

We always respond and try to allocate resources for the families in crisis and find ourselves with limited options to refer the people during the middle of the night.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

We estimate that at least 50 youth and their families out of the 120 referrals we receive from SBUSD

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

Yes. No other agency or organization along the South Coast conducts community violence intervention work with the credibility that we offer. Our program is led by individuals who continuously build equitable relationships in the community. We have a demonstrated track record in addressing the needs of at-risk, marginalized youth in Goleta, as well as experience in working with individuals at a high risk of being victims or perpetrators of violence.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

A fundamental goal of each of our programs and the organization itself is preventing future problems or conditions. Our AVP workshops are designed to give participants the tools to resolve conflict in alternative ways that avoid physical or emotional violence. Our on-campus mediation and small group sessions are designed to prevent interpersonal conflicts among students over such issues as hate speech or gang affiliation from escalating into serious conflict or even violence. Each of our efforts at street outreach, emergency response or intervention, gang and conflict mediation, or family support is an effort to ensure that an individual, family, or neighborhood problem doesn’t escalate.

We usually meet with students at school or in their homes, and our workshops are generally held in facilities such as Elings Park or the handicapped-accessible Embarcadero Hall at UCSB. Our office is currently located on the second floor of a small office building on Hitchcock Street in Santa Barbara that only has stairs to access the second floor. To ensure everyone can obtain services from SBAVP regardless of disability, coordinators will schedule all intakes and workshops at the client's home and/or off-site to accommodate.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Grant funding from the City of Goleta would allow leveraging other funding sources SBAVP is receiving or applying for; it would demonstrate broad civic and community support for our engaging work on the South Coast. As noted earlier, we service the students and schools of the Santa Barbara Unified School District under a fee-for-service contract with the District during this academic year.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
The requested funds are vital to carrying out our CVI program in Goleta because obtaining funding for general operating expenses to support our programs is difficult in Santa Barbara County. Most of the philanthropic money in the County goes to support cultural or environmental organizations rather than to small, community-based nonprofits that serve our constituency's at-risk, marginalized community. Although large, progressive foundations in Los Angeles and the Bay Area actively support CVI programs in their counties, their funding is rarely available to smaller communities outside their region, such as Goleta.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
Yes. As the statistics in response to Question 19 demonstrate, the vast majority of the students and families that we serve come from low-income backgrounds, which we document during our intake interviews with them and record in a confidential Salesforce-based program as part of our case management system. Data on their socioeconomic background is provided to us by the school district.

The need for the community intervention initiative, particularly in the City of Goleta, is to serve low-income youth residents and families who are primarily of Latino/a/x descent by providing them with a restorative practice that can help mitigate interpersonal violence that often is a bi-product of problems arising during school hours.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

Currently, we have not built the necessary capacity to have an audit performed in our organization. We remain a small grassroots nonprofit with under five employees. The vision for SBAVP is to increase capacity within the community and, therefore, pursue auditing and ratings from Charity Navigator.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
The board meets bi-monthly and approves financial statements on an "as needed" basis.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

Our MOU with the SBUSD provides us with fee-based services that are provided district-wide, with two campuses in Santa Barbara paying for additional case management services. Specifically for our Community Intervention, we charge $200 per hour for home visits, which the school district pays only if site administrators request it, which limits our ability to do vigorous outreach and interventions at the moment.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

N/A

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

James Bedard
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (805) 967-3486 x 2506
Dan Dupont
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (805) 963-7751 x 4015
CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes $10000 Total Assets ($)
0 Total Liabilities ($)
$10000 Total Net Assets ($)
$10000 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
30,000.00 TOTAL
Yes
No
obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

Yes, we have a district-wide MOU that gives us access to Junior High and High School campuses including those located in the City of Goleta.

0.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 0.00 $ 25,000.00
Federal $ 0.00
State $ 20,000.00 $ 37,000.00
County
Municipal
School District $ 79,000.00 $ 80,000.00
Foundations/Trusts $ 160,000.00 $ 140,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Fees
Other
Total $ 269,000.00 $ 292,000.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for
Current Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 195,000.00 $ 195,000.00 $ 21,000.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 2,200.00 $ 28,000.00
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Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 26,548.00 $ 26,500.00 $ 2,500.00
Supplies $ 252.00 $ 500.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising)
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00 $ 500.00 Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance)
Insurance $ 38,000.00 $ 38,000.00 $ 0.00
Workshops $ 5,500.00 $ 5,500.00 $ 1,000.00
Total $ 269,000.00 $ 295,000.00 $ 25,000.00
Budget Narrative
The Funds requested from the City of Goleta will majority toward paying a portion of staff salaries that will be performing the community intervention work, with about 80% going toward two Outreach Coordinators who are trained in Restorative Justice, psychological first-aid, and De-escalation methods, making them essential to our organizational operations. As mentioned before, we can only charge for community interventions at the administration's request for home visits, so current community intervention efforts are funded solely by our general funds when available. Additional expenditures include partial rent for our office spaces, often used as an option for families who do not wish to receive home visits from our staff and would prefer a neutral location. Mileage expenditures cover the cost of our coordinators traveling to clients' locations in their POVs. Lastly, all youth are referred to our organization by SBUSD for an AVP Basic workshop that covers foundational communication and coping skills to lead nonviolent lives. These workshops are pivotal in establishing good communication with youths and their families, increasing our success rates during community interventions.

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Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS Letter
List of Board Members Board of Directors list
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
2023 tax return
Organizational Budget Budget Spreadsheet for fiscal year (January thru December)
Organizational Chart
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2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Santa Barbara Police Activities League
Goleta Beach Ocean Enrichment
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$ 20,100.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/31/2025 4:11:10 PM
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Project Contact
Joseph Evers
[email protected]
Tel: 831-594-9158
Additional Contacts
none entered
Santa Barbara Police
Activities League
1235 Chapala St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
United States
Executive Director
Judie Lugo
[email protected]
Telephone(805) 962-5560
Fax
Web
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
A vibrant community is one that prioritizes expression and social connection by providing opportunities to explore and express oneself in public spaces that are equally accessible to all. Lobster Jo’s brings children together from many backgrounds to catalyze connections and foster belonging to the South Coast community.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

For summer 2025, Lobster Jo’s Beach Camp is adding a second location at Goleta Beach under the supervision of Thomas Oretsky. We are applying to the Goleta Community Development Block Grant hoping to make this camp more accessible by extending our scholarship program. Grant funds will be used to provide scholarships to children from low-income families.

At the Goleta Beach Camp, a weekday camp, campers will be introduced to a variety of activities, ranging from the educational and recreational to the artistic. Counselors will engage with the kids on important South Coast topics such as ocean safety, surfing, environmental stewardship, marine biology and ecology. For example, stand-up paddleboarding is a favorite activity which we plan to host at the Goleta Beach Camp, where campers can see a dizzying variety and abundance of life. Meanwhile, junior counselor campers (between the ages of 13 and 17) take part in everything that campers enjoy while also taking on some responsibilities of working with our counselors to take campers out onto the water and lead group activities.

This program will run at Goleta Beach, a publicly accessible beach park, from 9am to 4pm, with a special events permit from the County of Santa Barbara. Our schedule runs Monday to Friday, with each day covering a different topic and activity. These camp weeks will run from June 16th to August 15th, 2025, with a new group of children each week. Goleta Beach Camp will be open to children ages 5 through 12 (as participants) and 13 to 17 years old (as junior counselors).

Our fee-based curricula holds at $8.57 an hour, which is below what Children’s Resource and Referral has calculated is the maximum reimbursement for the childcare centers of Santa Barbara County, effective January 1st, 2022.

For those unable to pay the fee, scholarships will be provided. These are distributed by the SB Police Activities League, which also decides the criteria for who is eligible. Their program, Campership Alliance, is a community-based collaboration which provides scholarship opportunities to children from low-income backgrounds. Interested campers with financial need are referred to Campership Alliance, which has existing procedures and criteria for determining need and disbursing scholarships.

Our scholarship program will be monitored by SBPAL in collaboration with our on-site director. The program director will coordinate with SBPAL in order to verify attendance records and ensure that scholarship recipients are attending camp, feel welcomed and are able to get whatever assistance they need to participate and attend. After camp, attendees and their families will be given surveys intended to gauge how the program has benefited their child.

The program is intended especially for low-income families in the Goleta area who otherwise could not afford childcare. Goleta as a community with less childcare capacity and less recreational programming than its adjacent city of Santa Barbara offers, and Goleta Beach Camp could rectify this by providing another resource and option for its residents.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

If funded, the camp could serve 35 participants per session. With a total of 9 week-long sessions, this amounts to 315 unduplicated enrollments over the course of one summer season. It will serve another ~100 participants during school holiday weekends.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

Santa Barbara County in general struggles to provide adequate child care resources for families. Goleta is not an exception. Many families cannot access childcare; for instance, less than 15% of infants and small children in Goleta could obtain licensed childcare during the year 2023, according to the 2024 SBC Childcare Assessment. In addition, Goleta has substantially less recreational programming than neighboring Santa Barbara; in fact, it only established a dedicated Parks and Recreation department in 2016. This summer, Lobster Jo’s Goleta Beach Camp will be the only beach camp for youth under the age of 8 in all of Goleta.

Lobster Jo’s recognizes that summer camps like the Goleta Beach Camp can serve as a form of childcare for many families, but that affordability is an obstacle. The main barrier for many kids who are interested in becoming campers is simply a lack of adequate financial resources. After all, one in every five children in Santa Barbara County lives in poverty, and the county had the second highest general poverty rate of any in California in 2023. Because of this, we have provided a limited number of scholarships to attendees at our other camps in Santa Barbara. In order to administer these, we work with the Santa Barbara Police Activities League (SBPAL); they select scholarship recipients based on a number of established criteria, including availability and need, and provide transportation when necessary. However, the demand and interest in scholarships all of the years we’ve run this program has far outstripped the number of scholarships awarded due to a lack of funding.

Many of the families the Santa Barbara programs have served live in Goleta, therefore adding a new location would decrease transport time for the parents. This gives the children more time for rest and the parents more time for work.

With additional funding this year for our upcoming Goleta Camp, we can further narrow the gap between the kids who are interested in camp but need financial assistance, and the campers who ultimately receive scholarships.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

Summer Camps serve as important secondary intervention measures for youth, and attending summer camp is observed to have a strong positive impact on youth development outcomes, with significant positive effects on skill development and resilience. This is especially beneficial for at-risk or low-income youth, which the SBPAL scholarships target. For instance, at-risk children who attend summer camp have better grades, fewer problems with absences and truancy, and have fewer disciplinary issues than at-risk children who do not attend.

Because summer camp curricula are free from the demands of conventional school-year curricula, they are able to serve as an ideal setting for social-emotional learning. Camp programs can help young people learn how to collaborate with one another, plan things out and make goals, skills which are all important in the academic, intrapersonal and professional settings which people find themselves in outside of camp.

The Goleta Camp will be a fantastic setting for children from a variety of socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds to encounter other kids and families in the community, establish and maintain these relationships, and healthily deal with challenges that arise from working and playing with others, being away from parents and learning new skills.

Local recreation opportunities also improve community retention and make people feel more attached and connected to their communities. According to a three-year Soul of the Community study, people’s perception of their community in terms of “social offerings, openness and beauty” impacts their emotional attachment to a place more than other characteristics, such as their demographics. In addition, strong Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other: Community-development
recreation services are correlated with high levels of economic well-being and local gross domestic product. For Goleta, which has historically struggled to establish recreational programming and infrastructure compared to Santa Barbara, the Goleta Beach Camp may serve as a new pillar of community and an anchor point by which people in the community make connections and relationships.

Current programs operate in coordination with the City of Santa Barbara and follow federal and state guidelines for inclusion. They include 1 to 1 supervision for individuals; these are deemed necessary via a pre-program meeting with the participant's parents or guardians. We intend to follow this process at the Goleta camp as well.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Yes, the more funding a program receives, the more opportunity a program has to provide its own pro bono enrollments for children from disadvantaged backgrounds. The more funding the camp receives, the greater ability for Lobster Jo’s to directly finance additional enrollments; this is because the marginal cost of adding individual campers to existing programs is lower than establishing a new weeklong program.

Because we collaborate with SBPAL, which has established criteria for eligibility and an established process for disbursing funding and scholarships, the cost of administering our scholarship program is lower than if we were to do so ourselves.

We are additionally seeking funds from other local grantors in Santa Barbara. This includes the WilliamsCorbett Foundation, who in the past has funded two free clinics for disadvantaged youth in Santa Barbara, as well as 80 enrollments for disadvantaged youth in our Santa Barbara location.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
Without additional funding, the program will run; however, we would be enrolling fewer campers and we would not be able to finance nearly as many scholarships, so there would be significantly less campers we could enroll from economically- disadvantaged backgrounds.

We are pursuing a number of grants from other sources, including local private foundations, such as the aforementioned Williams-Corbett Foundation, and service/ community organizations like the Rotary Club of Santa Barbara.

In the past we have also hosted fundraising events for camp scholarships and may do so again, depending on the availability of funding from grants.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
Yes, the scholarship program exclusively serves those with low-incomes. In addition to our scholarship program, which covers the cost of attendance completely, even those campers who pay in full are paying less than the maximum reimbursement for the childcare centers of Santa Barbara, according to Children’s Resource and Referral.

SBPAL, which administers scholarships to campers and establishes the criteria for eligibility, also obtains documentation from clients on their income.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below. 2024. There were no findings or concerns.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
The Santa Barbara Police Activities League's Board of Directors meets bimonthly, with committees convening in the alternating months. The Board reviews and approves financial statements bimonthly, while the finance committee conducts monthly financial reviews to ensure oversight and accountability.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

There is no fee for children who qualify for and receive scholarships. For those who do not receive a scholarship, the cost to attend a week of camp is $300. Our fee structure is reviewed and updated annually to ensure accessibility and sustainability. Additionally, families are encouraged to apply for the California Alternative Payment Program (CAPP), for which we are an approved provider. This program offers subsidized child care services, potentially allowing children to attend our summer camp throughout the entire season. Eligibility is based on income and need criteria.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

We do not have any past due obligations with any funding source.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Tony Sholl is the Aquatics Director of the City of Santa Barbara. He can be reached at (805) 280-2418.

Judie Lugo is the Executive Director of the Santa Barbara Police Activities League. She can be reached 35000 Total Assets ($)
5000 Total Liabilities ($)
30000 Total Net Assets ($)
30000 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
100,000.00 TOTAL
at (805) 331-3095.

CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

0.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 0.00 $ 20,000.00
Federal $ 0.00
State $ 0.00
County $ 0.00
Municipal $ 0.00
School District $ 0.00
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Foundations/Trusts $ 0.00 $ 20,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 0.00
Fees $ 5,000.00 $ 20,000.00
Other
Total $ 5,000.00 $ 60,000.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for
Current Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 8,000.00 $ 28,000.00 $ 15,000.00
Consultants and Contracts
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 540.00 $ 1,890.00
Supplies $ 500.00 $ 1,750.00 $ 1,000.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising) $ 1,500.00 $ 1,500.00 $ 0.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 2,000.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 2,000.00 Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance) $ 5,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 500.00
Insurance $ 2,500.00 $ 2,500.00 $ 1,600.00
Training $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00
Total $ 21,040.00 $ 40,640.00 $ 20,100.00
Budget Narrative
Our goal is to increase the number of scholarship-based campers to 50% of enrollees. Presently the number of campers with scholarships is approximately 10%, with the other 90% being fee-based.

While we have the organizational infrastructure to bring these ideas to fruition we lack the gross funding to make it accessible at a larger scale. The biggest obstacle to expanding operations is staff costs. Our proposed funding reflects the cost of raising our capacities to accomodate 50% scholarship-based enrollments. Therefore all line items that scale up in proportion to adding more participants have requests for funding. Items such as rent are fixed costs that do not change with one participant or one hundred, whereas staffing, supplies, travel, and insurances are directly impacted by the size of our program.

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Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status Determination Letter
List of Board Members Board Members
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
Financials
Organizational Budget Proposed 2025 Budget
Organizational Chart
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
St. Vincent's Institution
Family Strengthening Program
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/31/2025 12:15:45 PM
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Project Contact
Anthony Greco
[email protected]
Tel: 8052595406
Additional Contacts
none entered
St. Vincent's Institution
4200 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
United States
President and Chief
Executive Officer
Rosa Paredes
[email protected]
Telephone8056836381
Fax 8059677508
Web https://www.stvincentssb.org/
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
St. Vincent's is dedicated to strengthening low-income families and seniors through programs rooted in the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church. Faithful to the charism of the Daughters of Charity of St.

Vincent de Paul, we serve our sisters and brothers by providing affordable housing, early childhood education, and family enrichment opportunities.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

The Family Strengthening Program (FSP) is a 27-month transitional housing program designed to help single mothers with up to two children escape domestic violence and homelessness, secure permanent housing, and increase their income. FSP provides comprehensive wraparound services tailored to empower families, including full-time free childcare, parenting classes, personalized case management, career counseling, and in-house therapy.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown. since October 2022 we have served 75 mothers and children, 10 (13%) of whom were from from Goleta

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

The Family Strengthening Program (FSP) addresses the critical unmet needs of homeless mothers and their young children (ages 0-5) in Santa Barbara County, where homelessness has risen sharply due to escalating rents, the expiration of pandemic-era eviction moratoriums, and the end of emergency rental assistance programs. The 2024 Santa Barbara County Point-in-Time (PIT) Count revealed a 12% increase in homelessness from 2023 to 2024, with 2,119 individuals counted, including 125 families with 364 children—a significant rise from 93 families in 2023.

Santa Barbara County remains one of the least affordable regions in the state, requiring an hourly wage of $47.06 to afford average rents. FSP is uniquely positioned to combat these trends by providing 27 months of transitional housing alongside wraparound services such as case management, behavioral health support, and childcare, all essential for breaking cycles of poverty and homelessness.

The program also addresses the long-term effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), including developmental delays and academic achievement gaps, by stabilizing families and delivering comprehensive, trauma-informed care. By addressing both immediate needs and long-term solutions, FSP plays a crucial role in mitigating the growing homelessness crisis in Santa Barbara County, empowering families to achieve sustainable independence.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

Yes, the Family Strengthening Program aids in the prevention of future problems or conditions by addressing the root causes and long-term impacts of homelessness, poverty, and trauma. By providing stable transitional housing, comprehensive wraparound services, and trauma-informed care, the program helps families build a strong foundation for sustainable independence. It mitigates future risks by breaking cycles of poverty and homelessness through career counseling, parenting classes, and personalized case management, supporting early childhood development by addressing the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences and providing full-time childcare, and promoting mental health and stability through behavioral health support and therapy. By addressing these critical areas, the program provides immediate relief and reduces the likelihood of future problems, creating long-term positive outcomes for One-time or annual community event (concert, creek cleanups, festival, etc.) Youth programs
Senior programs (food/nutrition, education programs, day activities, etc.) Environmental/wildlife/animal welfare programs
Public services for low-income residents/homeless
Educational programs
Arts (music, dance, theater, art)
Economic development
Recreational activities
Other:
families and the community.

As a trauma-informed program, FSP embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing individualized support to clients from diverse cultural backgrounds, the majority of whom self-identify as Latino/Hispanic.

Staff receive training to deliver culturally respectful services, ensuring clients feel understood and supported. Partnerships with local organizations further expand resources, offering legal assistance, education, and mental health services tailored to client needs.

For clients with disabilities, we provide necessary accommodations to ensure full participation in the program. Specialized support addresses barriers related to physical or mental disabilities, ensuring equitable care and opportunities for growth. This holistic approach guarantees that all individuals, regardless of language, culture, or ability, have equal access to the resources and support they need for long-term success.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Yes, the City's grant funding enhances the Family Strengthening Program (FSP) by building on a robust foundation of diverse funding sources, including City and County Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), support from the County Department of Social Services, the Child Abuse and Neglect Human Services Commission, Best Practices grants, and contributions from private funders. These combined resources enable FSP to provide comprehensive services such as transitional housing, case management, childcare, and behavioral health support.

The City's funding strengthens FSP’s ability to collaborate with community partners to offer tailored resources, including legal assistance, educational opportunities, and mental health services. The integration of public and private funding streams ensures the program’s sustainability and amplifies its impact. This holistic funding model allows the City’s investment to play a critical role in addressing urgent community needs while maximizing the program’s capacity to empower families toward long-term stability and independence.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
The requested funds are vital to carrying out the Family Strengthening Program (FSP) because they directly support essential services such as transitional housing, childcare, case management, and behavioral health support. These services are critical to empowering families to overcome homelessness, poverty, and trauma, ensuring long-term stability and independence.

If partial funding is received from the City of Goleta, we will prioritize program elements to ensure continuity of the most essential services. This may include scaling back non-essential components temporarily while maintaining housing and core support services. We would also seek to close funding gaps through other available resources, including existing partnerships with the City and County Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), the County Department of Social Services, the Child Abuse and Neglect Human Services Commission, Best Practices grants, and private funders.

If no funding is awarded or additional resources are required, we would pursue further support from philanthropic organizations, foundations, and local community partners to sustain the program. Our track record of successful grant applications and strong relationships with stakeholders positions us well to explore alternative funding sources to ensure the program remains effective and impactful.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
Yes, the Family Strengthening Program (FSP) primarily serves individuals and families with low incomes, focusing on single mothers and their children who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of becoming homeless. To ensure that the program reaches those most in need, our organization collects documentation to verify client income eligibility. This includes reviewing tax returns, pay stubs, or benefit verification letters as part of the intake process.

By maintaining thorough documentation, we ensure compliance with funding requirements and guarantee that services are provided to those who meet the program’s income-based criteria. This approach allows us to deliver targeted, impactful support to the families who need it most.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

Our organization’s most recent audit was for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024. There were no findings or concerns reported during the audit. This reflects our commitment to maintaining high standards of financial accountability, transparency, and compliance with all applicable regulations.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
Our organization's Board of Directors reviews and approves financial statements on a quarterly basis.

This regular oversight ensures transparency, accountability, and alignment with our financial and programmatic goals, allowing the Board to make informed decisions and maintain the organization's fiscal integrity.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

Yes, a program fee is charged for the Family Strengthening Program (FSP). The current fees are as follows:

Mother with one child: $398 per month
Mother with two children: $435 per month
These fees were last evaluated and updated in 2024 to ensure affordability for clients while supporting program sustainability.

To further support clients, St. Vincent’s offers a $10 monthly savings credit for those who pay their fees in full by the 5th of the month. This credit is recorded and paid out when the client leaves the program.

Additionally, St. Vincent’s provides a savings match of up to $50 per month for clients contributing to their FSP Savings Account. This match is also recorded and paid out when clients graduate from the program without an outstanding balance for any St. Vincent’s program fees. These incentives encourage financial responsibility and help clients build savings for long-term stability.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No, our organization does not have any past-due obligations with any funding source, such as disallowed costs or unearned grants from previous contracts. Additionally, our organization has not had an IRS or State levy in the past three years. We remain in good standing with all funding sources and regulatory authorities, ensuring compliance and financial integrity in all our operations.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Terri Allison, co-founder and former Executive Director of Storyteller Children’s Center, currently Moonlit Consulting (805) 452-1937.

Isis Castañeda, Creating Connections (805) 448-0920.

CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

Refer to the Library section of the main page to view a link to the FY 2024 Federal Income Limits for each of the below categories. PLEASE ENTER N/A IF YOUR ORGANIZATION DOES NOT COLLECT INCOME INFORMATION ON CLIENTS IN THE FOLLOWING CATEGORIES. 9,602,850. Total Assets ($)
2,523,473. Total Liabilities ($)
7,079,377 Total Net Assets ($)
9,602,850 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
28,808,550.00 TOTAL
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients

N/A
39 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
2 Very low income (30-50% MFI)
Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)

41.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 3,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Federal
State
County $ 116,000.00 $ 116,000.00
Municipal $ 21,470.00 $ 80,000.00
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 263,218.00 $ 182,500.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 120,000.00 $ 120,000.00
Fees $ 71,122.00 $ 73,255.00
Other $ 112,123.00 $ 146,385.00
Total $ 706,933.00 $ 728,140.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for
Current Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 499,754.00 $ 514,746.00 $ 10,000.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 34,366.00 $ 35,396.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 31,613.00 $ 32,562.00
Supplies $ 31,557.00 $ 32,504.00
Depreciation $ 33,940.00 $ 34,959.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 7,240.00 $ 7,457.00
Charity $ 8,300.00 $ 8,549.00
Licenses, Taxes, Dues, and
Subscriptions $ 2,696.00 $ 2,776.00
Workers Compensation $ 10,797.00 $ 11,122.00
Internet and Website $ 5,670.00 $ 5,840.00
Printing and Postage $ 110.00 $ 113.00
Utilities and Telephone $ 74,830.00 $ 77,075.00
$ 0.00
Total $ 740,873.00 $ 763,099.00 $ 10,000.00
Application ID: 491354
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Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status Nonprofit Tax Exempt Status List of Board Members List of Board Members
Financial statements from the most recently
completed fiscal or calendar year
Financial statements from the most recently
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
St. Vincent's Institution
Fr. Virgil Cordano Center
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/31/2025 12:05:55 PM
(Pacific)
Project Contact
Anthony Greco
[email protected]
Tel: 8052595406
Additional Contacts
none entered
St. Vincent's Institution
4200 Calle Real
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
United States
President and Chief
Executive Officer
Rosa Paredes
[email protected]
Telephone8056836381
Fax 8059677508
Web https://www.stvincentssb.org/
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
The Fr. Virgil Cordano Center is a collaborative ministry of the Franciscan Friars at Old Mission Santa Barbara and the Daughters of Charity at St. Vincent's. Rooted in the Gospel and the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church, we remain faithful to the traditions of St. Francis of Assisi and St. Vincent de Paul.

Our mission is to provide a place of welcome and support, fostering the human and spiritual well-being of our sisters and brothers in need.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

The Fr. Virgil Cordano Center (FVCC) provides comprehensive, low-barrier support services designed to address the immediate and long-term needs of individuals experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. Operating Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM (excluding holidays), FVCC is located at 4020 Calle Real, Santa Barbara, CA 93110.

FVCC offers a safe and welcoming daytime shelter where individuals can access essential services, including:

Daily Hot Meals: Breakfast, lunch, snacks, coffee, and water.

Amenities: Free laundry services, secure mail access, and computers and phones for personal or resource-related use.

Personalized, relationship-based case management empowers individuals to set and achieve goals, such as:

Securing housing.

Obtaining vital documents.

Applying for government benefits.

Improving health and wellness.

In collaboration with medical and behavioral health providers, FVCC connects members to critical healthcare services. Partnerships with local organizations also facilitate referrals to shelters, rapid rehousing programs, and career support services.

On-site services further enhance well-being, including:

Creative outlets like an art table.

Haircuts.

Wound care provided by a nurse.

FVCC aligns its programs with the Santa Barbara County Coordinated Entry System (CES) and Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), ensuring equitable access to resources and coordinated service delivery. By addressing holistic needs, FVCC fosters stability, self-sufficiency, and dignity for every individual it serves.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

Last calendar year we conducted intake assessments on 250 individuals experiencing homelessness, of those fifteen (6%) were Goleta residents experiencing homelessness representing 10% of all individuals experiencing homeless in Goleta (148 PIT Count 2024)

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

The urgency of this program is highlighted by the 2024 Point-in-Time Count, which reported 148 individuals experiencing homelessness in Goleta, a 9% increase from the 136 individuals recorded in the previous year. This growing crisis is evident at the Father Virgil Cordano Center, where 70 to 100 individuals queue daily to access critical services such as meals, shelter, and support.

In collaboration with Goleta's Homelessness Services Coordinator, the Father Virgil Cordano Center provided support to seven clients, facilitating access to housing and critical services. This collaboration led to one individual finding permanent housing at Buena Tierra. Additionally, seven clients reported residing in Goleta at the time of their intake. These efforts underscore the importance of regional partnerships in addressing homelessness and meeting the needs of individuals experiencing housing insecurity in Goleta.

These numbers reflect a pressing and visible human need that extends beyond mere statistics. Without immediate action, the gap between available resources and the community's escalating demands will continue to widen, leaving many without the support required to achieve stability and safety. The urgency of this program lies in its ability to provide both immediate relief and long-term pathways to self-sufficiency for some of the most vulnerable members of our community.

6. Does the program, activity, or event aid in the prevention of future problems or conditions? If yes, please explain.

Yes, the Fr. Virgil Cordano Center (FVCC) aids in the prevention of future problems or conditions by providing a vital lifeline to individuals at risk of homelessness. Since September 2023, 11 of the 267 intakes completed at FVCC were for individuals who were not homeless but were identified as being at significant risk. By addressing their needs early, FVCC helps prevent these individuals from falling into homelessness.

The center provides critical services such as case management, access to essential resources, and referrals to housing, mental health, and employment services. These interventions not only stabilize individuals but also equip them with the tools and support they need to avoid future crises. Through its proactive approach, FVCC plays a key role in breaking the cycle of poverty and homelessness, ensuring that at-risk individuals can achieve and maintain stability.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Yes, the City's grant funding would leverage other resources and catalyze further initiatives. The Fr. Virgil Cordano Center (FVCC) has previously received Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from the City of Santa Barbara and currently has applications submitted with both the City and County of Santa Barbara. Recently, FVCC was awarded $400,000 toward the remediation of a property that will serve as the future home of the center. Additionally, in 2024, the FVCC has secured $80,000 in grants from private foundations, 40,000 from the City of Santa Barbara, and over $189,000 in individual contributions from community members. FVCC has also begun generating revenue through Enhanced Care Management (ECM) services, further strengthening our financial sustainability. This diverse funding portfolio highlights the collaborative efforts and community support that enable FVCC to expand its services and better support those in need.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
Yes, the requested funds are vital to carrying out the program and ensuring the continued delivery of essential services at the Fr. Virgil Cordano Center (FVCC). These funds will directly support critical operations, including providing meals, case management, and access to healthcare services for individuals experiencing homelessness in Goleta. Without the requested funding, FVCC would face significant challenges in maintaining the current level of support and outreach necessary to meet the growing demand in the community.

In the event of partial funding from the City of Goleta, FVCC will strive to make up the difference by pursuing additional grants from private foundations, increasing outreach to individual donors, and leveraging Enhanced Care Management (ECM) revenue. Additionally, FVCC will explore cost-sharing opportunities with partner organizations and prioritize program components to ensure the most critical services remain uninterrupted.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
Yes, we served individuals experiencing homelessness, for whom we screen and document eligibility.

These individuals meet the assumed benefit criteria under CDBG guidelines, ensuring compliance and alignment with program requirements.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
The Board of Directors reviews and approves financial statements on a quarterly basis to ensure transparency, accountability, and sound financial management.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

No. The Fr. Virgil Cordano Center charges no fees for its services.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).
140443 Total Assets ($)
284,546 Total Liabilities ($)
-144,103 Total Net Assets ($)
140443 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
421,329.00 TOTAL

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No, the Fr. Virgil Cordano Center does not have any past due obligations with any funding source, such as disallowed costs or unearned grants from previous contracts. Additionally, the organization has not had an IRS or State levy in the past three years.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Deborah McQuade, FVCC Program Director (805) 698-1026; Wade Volk, Project Director of Showers of Blessing (805) 636-7980
CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

N/A
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 110 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
Very low income (30-50% MFI)
Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
110.00 TOTAL
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Revenue Sources
Total Program
Revenue for Current
Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 10,000.00
Federal
State
County $ 70,000.00
Municipal $ 31,870.00 $ 80,000.00
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 142,497.00 $ 146,772.00
Donations/Fundraising
Fees
Other $ 646,187.00 $ 538,399.00
Total $ 820,554.00 $ 845,171.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for
Current Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 339,000.00 $ 349,170.00 $ 10,000.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 159,275.00 $ 164,053.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 128,954.00 $ 132,823.00
Supplies $ 40,573.00 $ 41,790.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising) $ 4,500.00 $ 4,635.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 3,005.00 $ 3,095.00
Internet/Website $ 20,741.00 $ 21,362.00
Insurance $ 4,075.00 $ 4,197.00
License, taxes, dues &
subscriptions $ 12,717.00 $ 13,099.00
Worker's Compensation $ 5,769.00 $ 5,943.00
Charity $ 500.00 $ 515.00
Printing/Postage $ 1,621.00 $ 1,670.00
Training/Meetings/Education $ 600.00 $ 618.00
Utilities/Telephone $ 27,828.00 $ 28,663.00
Food purchases and
donations $ 71,396.00 $ 73,538.00
$ 0.00 $ 0.00
$ 0.00
$ 0.00
Total $ 820,554.00 $ 845,171.00 $ 10,000.00
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Documents Requested * Required?Attached Documents *
Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS Tax Exempt Letter
List of Board Members List of Board Members
Application ID: 489110
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Transition House
Shelter and Services for Homeless Families
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/17/2025 2:43:06
PM (Pacific)
Project Contact
Kathleen Baushke
[email protected]
Tel: (805) 966-9668 x118
Additional Contacts
none entered
Transition House
425 E. Cota Street
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
United States
Executive Director
Kathleen Baushke
[email protected]
Telephone(805) 966-9668 x118
Fax (805) 966-6331
Web www.transitionhouse.com
Application Questions top
Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
Transition House is dedicated to the solution of family homelessness in the Santa Barbara community.

Capable and motivated families with children are offered life tools and respectful, non-sectarian residential services designed to alleviate poverty and restore self-sufficiency and dignity. Founded in 1984, each year we help approximately 175 homeless families with children and families that are at risk for homelessness to acquire the tools necessary for self-sufficiency.

Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

Transition House has received support from the City of Goleta since 2006. In this application, we respectfully request funding to support case management services for Goleta families with children experiencing homelessness and living in our emergency shelter.

The shelter targets local homeless families with children under the age of 18. It operates 365 days a year, serving approximately 85 families (275 people or more) annually. Statistics are kept on the status and progress of each participating family in the areas of accessing employment, increases in income, savings, development of financial literacy skills, and the ability to access resources.

Transition House is the only homeless shelter for families with children in southern Santa Barbara County.

It has a history of success, each year placing over 70 percent of its shelter families into permanent housing after successful participation in our program services.

Transition House’s program is different because it gives families the time and individualized case management support they need to create lasting life changes. Families participate in a full array of antipoverty services, including:
* Trauma-informed case management focusing on developing financial literacy skills * Career counseling with an employment specialist aimed at increasing income and benefits * On-site classes in parenting, employment soft skills, financial literacy, computer proficiency and English as a Second Language
* Referrals for medical, mental health and recovery services * Short- and long-range goal setting and planning
* Housing location
* Children’s programs aimed at breaking the cycle of generational poverty Case managers—including our employment specialist—are critical to families’ ability to improve their financial literacy skills. Case managers develop trusting relationships with their clients, and tailor their approach to fit the needs of each individual family. We have two full-time shelter case managers, an employment specialist, and a housing locator, all of whom speak Spanish. They have expertise in social service delivery, including drug and alcohol treatment, health care entitlement specialization, employment development, and education. Each case manager is responsible for approximately 10-12 family cases at a time.

Case managers meet with shelter clients weekly, helping them create and manage their monthly budgets, manage expenses, save money, and develop skills that increase their income earning potential.

Emotional support is a key element in helping families overcome personal barriers to achieving economic self-sufficiency. Studies suggest that 75 percent of homeless families have experienced significant past trauma that can interfere with their ability to make the necessary changes to achieve permanent housing.

Case managers receive education in industry best practices so that they might provide the most effective interventions.

The shelter is the first stage in Transition House’s three-stage housing continuum, including shelter, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing. The average length of stay in the shelter is four to five months. Families that move to our transitional or permanent housing may stay for up to three years or more, giving them the time they need to change their lives.

Evaluation is critical to determining program effectiveness. We review our outcomes quarterly and analyze our statistics—especially if we are not achieving our intended outcomes—so that adjustments can be made. Program methodology and client goals have been adjusted in response to client feedback and evaluation analysis. For example, we started implementing a Trauma Informed Care (TIC) approach when we saw that many of our clients had experienced past trauma that was impacting their ability to successfully transition to stable housing. TIC emphasizes safety, respectful interaction, kindness, and understanding. Our industry nationwide is adopting a TIC approach because without it, clients can be retraumatized and struggle to achieve positive outcomes. With TIC, our case management and employment services have been more effective.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown. 45 - Transition House serves 275 people per year in its shelter program. 90% or more come from south Santa Barbara County. Roughly one-sixth of the families we serve lived in the City of Goleta when they became homeless. In 2023, we served 55 from Goleta.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

The principal causes of family homelessness in Santa Barbara are poverty and a lack of affordable housing. 14 percent of the general population in Santa Barbara County lives in poverty (U.S. Census Bureau, 2023) which, for a family of four, equals $3,120/month (2024 Federal Poverty Guidelines).

However, the median monthly rent in 2024 for a two-bedroom apartment was $3,997 (City of Santa Barbara Rental Survey, June 2024). The Fair Market Rent (FMR) rate in Santa Barbara County is 99% higher than all other FMR areas nationwide, (FMR is determined by HUD on an annual basis based on the 40th percentile of typical rents in a given region).

These conditions can cause poor families with children to struggle to make ends meet. Many families live doubled-up in crowded conditions without proper lease protections. If the leaseholder decides to move or does not make their rent payments and gets evicted, the family loses their housing.

Families that become homeless do not have a safety net such as savings or family support to help cope with astronomical rental rates if a catastrophic life event such as an unexpected expense, a medical emergency, the loss of a job, domestic violence or divorce occurs.

More than 60 percent of our shelter residents are children under the age of 18. We offer a two-generation approach because homeless children are three to four times more likely to become homeless as adults.

They have higher rates of academic failure, socialization struggles and behavioral issues, as well as health issues including asthma and obesity, than housed children. Only a quarter of homeless students perform at grade level in English and math (Institute for Children, Poverty and Homelessness, 2020).

Homeless children are at higher risk of onset of mental health issues, such as anxiety or depression, than their stably housed peers. (Institute for Children, Poverty and Homelessness, 2024). It is necessary to address these impacts to prevent future homelessness.

Transition House is the only emergency shelter in southern Santa Barbara County that serves families with children exclusively. The need for shelter programs for homeless families is significant. Each year, only one third of the families that join our wait list are able to access shelter due to lack of available bed space.

Over 90% of families served in our shelter are from the Goleta-Santa Barbara-Carpinteria area.

Our programs aim to break the cycle of generational poverty and homelessness.

Family homelessness is inextricably linked to poverty. Simply put, people don’t become homeless if they can afford housing. While common threads run through virtually all homeless families, each has their own unique set of circumstances, their own distinct set of skills and abilities, and their individual set of barriers to overcome. The result is that family homelessness is an incredibly complex problem.

Our program provides individual solutions designed to address each family’s complex circumstances and build on their own experience, talents and abilities. Families that participate in our program have the freedom to define their own goals. They create plans to return to housing with the support of their case manager, but that plan is personalized so that the family will take ownership for the challenges ahead.

Families complete our program by following their plan which usually includes achievements such as increasing their job skills and education, and therefore their income; learning to manage their money and build a savings safety net; improving their parenting and communication skills; reducing their debt and/or poor credit history; and learning to set long term goals to benefit their family’s future. Success will also include developing resources, life skills, and the confidence to cope with unexpected challenges in the future, with the security of knowing that those challenges will not result in the family losing their housing.

Children at Transition House benefit from our host of children’s programming, including onsite licensed infant care; an evening enrichment program for elementary school-aged children aim at addressing the negative consequences of being homeless; qualified tutors available for one-on-one Homework Help; and a teen program focusing on building positive self-esteem, supporting high school graduation and help applying for college. Our children’s programs aim to give kids a chance to become successful, selfsufficient adults.

All onsite services provide fully bilingual/bicultural staff to accommodate monolingual Spanish speakers.

Case managers have experience working with immigrant families and understand their traditions and priorities. Transition House provides primary documents including program forms, rules, client contracts, and notices in both English and Spanish. Case management staff assist clients with translation needs including negotiations with landlords or filling out forms for accessing other services when forms are provided in English only.

In addition to employing multiple staff with bilingual capabilities in Spanish, we accommodate clients and staff as needed. In the past several years, we have served several families with a deaf head of household who we communicated with via a hired translator who was proficient in sign language. We have also served clients who were primary speakers of other languages such as Russian and Farsi. We have utilized translators through U.C.S.B. to assist with case management functions.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Over 90 percent of Transition House’s clients come from south Santa Barbara County. Our population in general is not transient. We rely on support from both the local public and private sectors to provide our services to the community. As roughly one sixth of our clients come from Goleta, we are grateful for the City’s investment in our agency’s work. We believe funding from the City of Goleta leverages contributions across the giving spectrum—local investment is critical. All the funding applications we submit to local foundations and government entities require us to identify our various funding sources—the inclusion of funding from the City of Goleta demonstrates to other funders that a community-wide effort to address the crisis of homelessness is underway.

Transition House’s shelter budget is comprised of 25 percent government funding—of that, two thirds is allocated funding from the City and County of Santa Barbara. An additional 25 percent comes from private local foundations such as the Santa Barbara Foundation, Bower Foundation, the Hutton-Parker Foundation, and others. Finally, 50 percent of our annual budget comes from private donations and corporate contributions received through our fundraising efforts.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
Yes. Transition House is the only emergency shelter for families with children on Santa Barbara’s South Coast. As the need for our services continues to be high, we cannot limit the number of shelter beds we operate--our services are vital to the community. Our board and staff are committed to maintaining our levels of service and therefore will use all means possible to raise our operating budget.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
Yes. Transition House's shelter program serves very low income or no income households. As part of program participation, clients are required to secure or increase employment income, access public entitlements such as social security disability income if eligible, and work on developing household budgets, all in anticipation of returning to rental housing.

To that end, case managers collect pay stubs and evidence of any other income (i.e., child support, TANF, etc.) to assess the financial resources of the household and its ability to pay future rent. Clients in our program are required to submit such documentation to their case manager, and it is through collection of this information that we can determine that all our clientele are very low income.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

Our organization was last audited for budget year 2023, which is the calendar year. There were no findings or concerns.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
Quarterly.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

No.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).
13,663,019 Total Assets ($)

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

NONE

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Lindsey Drewes, City of Santa Barbara, 805 564-5461; Pat Wheatley, Housing Authority of the City of Santa Barbara Board of Commissioners and Transition House past board president, 805 963-5065.

CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply.

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

20. If your program or activity takes place on school grounds, have you received permission 5,199,672 Total Liabilities ($)
8,463,347 Total Net Assets ($)
13,663,019 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
40,989,057.00 TOTAL
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients 260 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
Very low income (30-50% MFI)
Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
260.00 TOTAL
and approval from the appropriate school?
Please list the name and position of the person from whom permission was obtained. If the program or activity is not on school grounds, please put N/A.

N/A
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Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 7,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Federal $ 26,770.00 $ 19,000.00
State $ 104,785.00 $ 102,000.00
County $ 70,000.00 $ 90,000.00
Municipal $ 63,871.00 $ 85,000.00
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 739,455.00 $ 704,204.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 836,717.00 $ 875,708.00
Fees
Other $ 52,072.00 $ 76,255.00
Total $ 1,900,670.00 $ 1,962,167.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for Current
Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 1,327,160.00 $ 1,441,667.00 $ 10,000.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 13,736.00 $ 15,515.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 177,355.00 $ 140,168.00
Supplies $ 78,804.00 $ 79,882.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising) $ 60,374.00 $ 44,213.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 25,247.00 $ 25,565.00
Printing/Postage $ 6,359.00 $ 6,687.00
Insurance $ 18,888.00 $ 19,932.00
Utilities/Telephone $ 54,209.00 $ 56,031.00
Audit $ 15,602.00 $ 15,640.00
Internet/Web $ 6,645.00 $ 6,617.00
Other $ 116,291.00 $ 110,250.00
Total $ 1,900,670.00 $ 1,962,167.00 $ 10,000.00
Budget Narrative
Funding from the City of Goleta would be used to underwrite the salary of a bilingual case manager who will work with shelter residents to help them increase their income, learn budgeting techniques and other life skills, and look for housing for their families.

Please note that the program and organizational budgets provided on Zoom grants follows the fiscal year July-June as requested. Our internal financials (documents attached) follow the calendar year as that is Transition House's budget year. We have also attached our most recent audited financial statements from 2023.

Application ID: 489641
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City of Goleta
2025-2026 Combined CDBG & Goleta City Grant Application Deadline: 1/31/2025
Unity Shoppe, Inc.

Client Services and Job Smart Programs
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$ 10,000.00 Requested
Submitted: 1/29/2025 7:36:04 AM
(Pacific)
Project Contact
Angela Miller Bevan
[email protected]
Tel: 805-965-4122
Additional Contacts
none entered
Unity Shoppe, Inc.
1209 State St
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
United States
CEO/Executive Director
Angela Miller Bevan
[email protected]
Telephone805-965-4122
Fax
Web www.unityshoppe.org
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Organization

1. What is your organization's mission statement?
The core mission of Unity Shoppe is to be a basic support system to clients through dignified means in that the,“Unity Shoppe is dedicated to providing residents impacted by temporary conditions of poverty, natural disaster or health crisis with resources, including groceries, clothing, and other essentials as well as job training, that reinforce human dignity and encourage self-sufficiency and independence.” Program Information

2. Describe the proposed program, activity, or event for which you are asking for funding.

Please share how it will operate (days, hours, eligibility, etc.), how it will be monitored, and the people you intend to serve (target population).

Please be specific about the hours and total days that people will be served by the program and exactly how/for what City of Goleta funds will be used to support the program.

Unity Shoppe is requesting funding to help support two programs that serve Goleta residents: Client Service Center/Unity Delivers and JobSmart, all described below. Each of these programs serves families and individuals living in Goleta.

The Client Service Center including Unity Delivers is a well stocked, well run center serving clients referred from one of the 400 agencies partnered with identifying families, children, adults, single-parent households, and seniors in need of services such as free groceries. Clients shop in a store-like setting for groceries that support a healthy and well-rounded diet, choosing foods, as well as other household necessities, personal care products and clothing. Clients shop twice per month, five days per week, 10am-5pm. Unity Shoppe processes more than 750,000 different food items yearly, and more than 250,000 lbs. of food. Clients not able to come directly to the center such as immunocompromised adults, the disabled, and other homebound adults and families are served by the Unity Delivers program. It serves at-home clients through a custom-selected grocery service delivered directly to a home via a refrigerated vehicle. Demand for services is at its highest.The primary goal of this program is to provide access to healthy, free groceries at least twice per month or via delivery at least every other week. This flexible and responsive design was created to meet needs with the anticipation and preparation that objectives and strategies may need to expand at any point.

Other programs, serving Goleta residents and requesting funding, housed at the downtown Chapala location include JobSmart, which provides young adults, unemployed residents, and individuals living with disabilities occupational training and work experience required to find gainful employment in a competitive job market. Unity Shoppe’s trained staff help volunteers develop and practice basic skills such as customer service, inventory management, and facility maintenance in a functional retail setting.

The current Job Smart program helps people succeed in their job search by providing job seekers with professional interview attire. Partnerships with government agencies, rehabilitation programs, and independent living organizations help identify and recruit the individuals that are in need of this service.

Jobsmart operates Monday – Friday from 10am – 5pm. The program serves youth (14-18 yrs) attending Santa Barbara County School District and also kids from neighboring counties. Youth under 14 yrs need to be chaperoned. The program also serves adults and individuals living with disabilities. All participants are required to complete an online volunteer application. Unity Shoppe uses a volunteer local database to track applications and monitor schedules. This database is also used to communicate with volunteers about additional opportunities, closures (holiday/weather) and birthday acknowledgement.

Reducing the immediate effects of poverty, job loss, and crisis when needed most is very complex, while also being careful not to sacrifice the dignity and self-respect of those served. Operating Unity Shoppe requires substantial financial resources seeking out general operating funds. It is paramount that groceries and other essentials are replenished in order to always have on-hand supplies necessary to serve clients and maintain the many programs in total. Unity Shoppe impacts over 20,000 people annually of which 100 percent are extremely low and low income and continues with the help of strong community support, hope, and the generosity of donors. However, current inventory levels are low, and increased demands and costs have Unity Shoppe feeling the strain to make sure all clients are served adequately.

To consistently provide groceries and other essential services for clients such as job skills to become financially stable, Unity Shoppe is requesting financial support through this grant. Grant money will go directly to general operations for both of these programs as well as making sure current levels of food inventory are always available for clients in need.

3. Please provide the approximate number of Goleta residents your program, activity, or event will serve (or benefit) in the following year if funded.

Please be specific about the number Goleta residents who will be served. If your project serves more than only Goleta residents, please specify that breakdown.

Unity Shoppe tracked clients for 2024 and measured approximately 2.500 Goleta residents being served by their programs.

4. Please check the box(es) that most accurately reflect the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding:

5. Does the program, activity, or event satisfy an unmet or under-met need in the community? If yes, please explain.

Hunger knows no boundaries-it touches every community in the U.S., including your own" (feedingamerica.org). Santa Barbara County has the second highest poverty rate (Women's Fund, "The Impact of Poverty on: The Working Poor). Unity shoppe is fighting food insecurity and working to decrease poverty rates providing immediate and temporary relief to those in need so they can focus and rebuild their lives knowing they have healthy resources for their family.

Demand for services has never been higher. In January of 2024, 1,837 clients visited Unity Shoppe, with a grand total distributed cost being $295,511.71 and by the end of the year Unity Shoppe recorded in December 2024, 2,438 client visits with a grand total distributed cost being $387,906.19, a dramatic increase. In addition, a few of Unity Shoppe’s most important and sought after grocery items, eggs, milk and butter, continue to be costly. It is important to Unity Shoppe that they are consistently available, however purchasing these foods consistently has raised expenses for the Unity Shoppe.

Unity Shoppe has been operating in Santa Barbara County for over 100 years and has a proven track record of success with a strong reputation in the community. Unity Shoppe serviced almost 23,190 shopping trips last year - providing food, clothing, and personal care items to financially struggling individuals that could not afford to purchase those critical essentials for themselves. The positive impacts of financial relief in a low-income household are immense. Single-parent households do not have to choose between paying rent or buying food. Senior citizens on fixed incomes can enjoy nutrient dense foods without worrying about their next meal. Families in transitional housing programs can stock their pantries and focus their available resources on full financial recovery. The community thrives when everyone has the resources to meet all of their basic needs.

Staggering increases in basic living expenses coupled with a fluctuating job market has highlighted a critical need for the Unity Shoppe to launch a more comprehensive workforce development program, JobSmart, which aids in the prevention of unemployment. In order to serve the unemployed population of Santa Barbara, Unity Shoppe had to hire more floor staff to work with program participants. The creation of paid internship positions would create an opportunity to train individuals in more advanced business functions such as administration and marketing. Evaluation protocols have been developed in order to measure the success of the program and its participants. Individuals experiencing unemployment for an extended period of time are at higher risk of having mental health issues, have more difficulty finding work than people who are already employed, and are more likely to rely on social service programs to provide financial support services. Unity Shoppe is in a unique position to provide the Santa Barbara community with a full-service workforce development program to assist unemployed residents in finding and keeping jobs. Furthermore, Unity Shoppe has incorporated two certificates (retail and CPR) that can be obtained by JobSmart interns/volunteers when enough hours are accrued. .

The most recent U.S. Census data reports that 15.2% of Santa Barbara County residents - more than 65,000 people - are currently living below the poverty level. Staggering increases in the cost of utilities and housing have stressed household budgets and put the most financially vulnerable populations at risk of food insecurity. Healthy, stable food is a basic need that should be met consistently to ensure a healthy lifestyle which then leads to economic security. In addition, having and practicing job skills to sustain employment also leads to economic stability. It is crucial that Santa Barbara County community members in need of services such as food and personal essentials continue to have a reliable source of nutrition when they do not have the resources to purchase food for themselves. Unity Shoppe is in an extraordinary position to offer immediate and tangible assistance to thousands of financially vulnerable senior citizens, single parent households and individuals with disabilities, specifically clients in Goleta. Unity Shoppe’s Client Service Center gives clients the opportunity to shop in a store-like setting for groceries that support a healthy diet, choosing foods that they know how to cook, as well as other household necessities, personal care products, and clothing. Clients can access shopping privileges twice monthly, five days per week, 10 am-5pm. Unity Shoppe’s clients not able to come directly to the Client Service Center are serviced by Unity Delivers, a custom-selected grocery service delivered directly to a client’s home. And, Unity Shoppe’s Job Smart Program allows clients meaningful participation to give back to their community while also gaining employment ready skills. These two programs directly alleviate future problematic circumstances of economic instability. Having resources and skills to build upon allows people to build a future.

Unity Shoppe has had a huge impact on the Goleta community and Santa Barbara County at large working to combat future problems or conditions. In 2024, Unity Shoppe had 23,190 visits from qualifying clients who were able to shop for fresh food and clothing at no cost when they couldn’t provide nutritious food for themselves and their children. Like in the year prior, typical clients were low-income individuals with families or seniors living on low fixed incomes. The average client income was under $1,500 a month, a salary that covered rent but left little else with which to purchase affordable, nutritious food for themselves and their children, creating food insecurity. The mission of the Unity Shoppe is to be the organization that residents could rely on for critical services to reduce the immediate effects of poverty, job loss, or crisis when they need it most without having to sacrifice their dignity or self-respect.

Unity Shoppe also provided financially vulnerable residents with free resources supporting them in gaining sustainable employment through the Job Smart Program, providing employment readiness services to help clients secure employment. Unity Shoppe’s trained staff helps volunteers develop and practice basic skills such as customer service, inventory management, and facility maintenance in a functional retail setting. Increases in basic living expenses coupled with a fluctuating job market illuminates the need to enhance the current Job Smart Program, making it a more systematic and comprehensive workforce development program and increasing its capacity in general operations. This workforce development program gives low-income individuals the resources they need to actively contribute to the local workforce and provide for themselves and their families long term.

Unity Shoppe measures and evaluates programs through various methods, both quantitatively and qualitatively. Unity Shoppe uses Agiliron (AG) software for Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Customer Relationship Management (CRM). This cloud-based platform records client visits, tracks inventory, and aggregates statistics for grants and USDA reporting. Evaluating and processing client feedback is ongoing and considered critical to success and the assessment of services. When measuring increased and maintained program quality, the Unity Shoppe employs several data points and measurements to assess performance efficiency and impact. The Unity Shoppe constantly monitors the quality and nutritional value of the food offered. Fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy and protein are consistently sourced and offered to supplement whole grains and other quality food. In addition, a variety and a balance of foods are tracked and offered. All food is labeled and tracked. This allows the Unity Shoppe to monitor what they have and what they need. This is a flexible, responsive and reflective model to best meet needs outlined with the anticipation and preparation for the likelihood that objectives and strategies will need to expand or change at any point going forward.

Verbally, different language interpreters are available and visually, large print is used frequently. Clear communication and feedback is consistently implemented to improve and individualize needs to make programs accessible to all. Unity Shoppe considers its physical spaces making sure they are wheelchair accessible. There are also designated parking and entrances for those with mobility challenges as well as designated "drop-off/temporary parking" for loading groceries. The Unity Shoppe provides easy to understand material and directions as well as extra support and staff for understanding and navigating the services that are offered.

Unity Shoppe is committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community creating access through thoughtful, reflective measures. The organization recognizes that reaching these goals is an ongoing process requiring continued education, organizational reflection and evaluation, personal development, and self-awareness in order to decrease barriers.

Funding

Please include other grant sources either received or for which you are applying.

Unity Shoppe works with over 400 referring agencies that are all non-profits. Other grant sources include Hutton Parker Foundation, The Wood-Claeyssens Foundation, and The Coeta and Donald Barker Foundation.

9. Are the requested funds necessary or vital in carrying out the program, activity, or event? Please specify how you will make up for any partial funding received from the City of Goleta.

If you are not awarded funding or are awarded partial funding from the City of Goleta, are there other potential funding sources your organization could pursue to ensure the program, activity, or event is successful?
The Unity Shoppe is constantly securing and developing relationships and support to continue their mission to sustain financial capabilities in addition to what this Goleta City Grant offers. They continually seek out financial and operational support from the community at large through many avenues such as operational transparency and financial record-keeping, development and grants programs that inspires generosity among current supporters and attracts a broader base of donors, donor cultivations through future tours of the facility and other means of information sharing, and public relations, community outreach for volunteers and food donations. Unity Shoppe procures all foundational and donor potential funding by using a variety of outreach devices including available grant application submissions, one-on-one outreach calls and meetings with select donors, a direct mail and email campaign, Public Service Announcements on KEYT/KCOY, and an updated Unity Shoppe website.

10. Does the program, activity, or event for which you are seeking funding primarily serve those with low-incomes?
If yes, does your organization obtain documentation from clients on their income (e.g. tax returns, pay stubs)?
The clients served by these programs are all low income.The Unity Shoppe partners with over 400 agencies referring and vetting clients.

11. When was your organization last audited? Were there any findings or concerns? If yes, please explain below.

If your organization is not required to have an audit performed, please explain that below.

We have competed our 23/24 Audit with no findings or concerns.

12. How often does your organization's Board of Directors review and approve financial statements?
We have monthly Board meeting and financials are discussed and approved.

13. Is there a fee charged or donation suggested for your services, event, etc? If yes, please include when the last time fee amounts were evaluated and/or updated.

Please attach a copy of the fee schedule in the Documents Tab of this application.

No.

14. Please provide a summary of your organization's financial position (from the most recent fiscal year's financials).

15. Does your organization have any past due obligations with any funding source (e.g. disallowed costs or unearned grants from a previous contract)? If yes, please explain.

In the past 3 years, has your organization had an IRS or State levee? If yes, are you on a repayment schedule? How was the matter resolved? Explain below.

No.

16. Please list two references who we may contact regarding the proposed program, service, or activity.

Include the reference's name, organization (as appropriate), and a phone number where the reference can be reached.

Tina Ballue, Domestic Violence, 805.963.4458
Jamie Diggs, Foodbank of Santa Barbara, Desk 805-357-5733 // Cell 805-698-3255 CDBG Eligibility

17. Are you applying for CDBG funding?
To be eligible for CDBG funding, you MUST obtain clients' race and ethnicity, and total family income.

Applicants may access the CDBG guide online at https://www.hudexchange.info/resource/19/basicallycdbg-training-guidebook-and-slides/.

18. Please indicate whether your organization's client intake sheet or process includes obtaining any of the following information. Check all boxes that apply. 13,344,996 Total Assets ($)
2,833,185 Total Liabilities ($)
10,511,811 Total Net Assets ($)
13,344,996 TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS ($)
40,034,988.00 TOTAL
Yes
No
Name
Address or City last resided in
Number of family members
Total family (household) income
Race and ethnicity
Proof of age
My organization does not obtain any of the above information from clients

19. Please report the number of unduplicated clients your organization served in the following income categories from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024 (or for calendar year 2024).

20. If your program or activity takes place on school grounds, have you received permission and approval from the appropriate school?
Please list the name and position of the person from whom permission was obtained. If the program or activity is not on school grounds, please put N/A.
n/a
100 Extremely low income (0-30% MFI)
Very low income (30-50% MFI)
Low-moderate income (50-80% MFI)
Above moderate income (Above 80% MFI)
100.00 TOTAL
Budget top
Revenue Sources Total Program Revenue
for Current Fiscal Year
Projected Program
Revenue for Next Fiscal
Year
City of Goleta Funds $ 3,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Federal
State
County
Municipal
School District
Foundations/Trusts $ 445,000.00 $ 445,000.00
Donations/Fundraising $ 901,000.00 $ 901,000.00
Fees
Other $ 962,000.00 $ 963,000.00
Total $ 2,311,000.00 $ 2,319,000.00
Funding Uses/Expenses Expenditures for Current
Year
Expected Expenditures
for Next Year
Goleta Grant Funds:

Proposed Uses for
Next FY
Salaries, Benefits, Payroll
Taxes $ 1,490,013.00 $ 1,500,000.00 $ 2,500.00
Consultants and Contracts $ 50,400.00 $ 51,000.00
Facility, Rent, Utilities,
Maintenance $ 33,681.00 $ 35,000.00
Supplies $ 7,500.00
Marketing (Printing,
Advertising) $ 56,100.00 $ 57,000.00
Travel, Mileage, Training $ 2,500.00 $ 3,000.00
Equipment
(Rental/Maintenance) $ 0.00 $ 0.00
Insurance $ 60,000.00 $ 65,000.00
Other $ 592,856.00 $ 600,000.00
Total $ 2,285,550.00 $ 2,311,000.00 $ 10,000.00
Application ID: 489271
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Nonprofit Tax Exemption Status IRS Letter
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Calendar Year Financials
Fiscal Financials
Organizational Budget budget
Organizational Chart
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ATTACHMENT 2
Mathilda Park Capital Request

MEMORANDUM
DATE: February 27, 2025
TO: Cassidy Le Air, Senior Management Analyst
FROM: JoAnne Plummer, Neighborhood Services Director
John Plummer, Senior Engineer
David Anaya, Associate Engineer
SUBJECT: CDBG Funding Request – Fiscal Year 2026
The purpose of this memorandum is to request the following appropriation of Community Development Block Grant Capital Project funding for the Mathilda Park Improvements Project.

1. Project Name: Mathilda Park Improvements Project

2. Project Location: 321 Mathilda Drive, Goleta, CA 93117

3. Project Description:

In 2019, the renovation of Mathilda Park was identified in the City of Goleta’s Capital Improvement Project (CIP) List as CIP #9113. The park had experienced significant drainage challenges on the east side of the playground, which also threatened the integrity of the playground equipment. Upon deeper examination of the site, the following scope of work items were identified as critical improvements:
replacement of the playground equipment, defined turf space, drought tolerant plant materials, drains under the playground, and adjustments to the alignment of the walkway to meet the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines and requirements.

In 2020, the project was awarded approximately $145,000 in Community Development Block Grant Funds (CDBG). In 2021, City staff secured funding from the California Department of State Park Office of Grants and Local Services (OGALS) in the amount of $177,952. In July 2023, the purchase of new playground equipment was approved by City Council to mitigate any cost escalations due to possible supply chain issues or bidding of the alternates seen in recent projects.

On December 2, 2024, construction bids for the Mathilda Park Improvements Project were opened. The City received a total of two (2) bids, with the apparent lowest responsible bidder coming in 31% above the engineer’s estimate. As a result, City staff are recommending to City Council to reject all bids at the March 18, 2025 City Council Meeting.

City Staff plan to revisit and refine the scope of work in non-critical areas where cost-savings could be tenable and rebid the project at the beginning of the second quarter of 2025.

City Staff are requesting the full allocation of available Public Facilities CDBG funds for the Mathilda Park Improvements project. This additional funding would support construction management, inspection, testing, and monitoring and close the funding gap needed for contract award.

4. Planned Activities:

The project will fund critical improvements at Mathilda Park, including defined turf space, drought-tolerant plant materials, drains under the playground, and adjustments to the alignment of the walkway to meet the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines and requirements.

5. Project Schedule:

This project is in the rebidding phase pending City Council approval at the March 18, 2025, City Council meeting to reject all current bids. If approved, rebidding would occur in mid-2025, with project completion estimated Fall 2025. The project duration is anticipated to take 50 days.

6. Funding Request: $190,396

MEMORANDUM
DATE: February 27, 2025
TO: Human Services Standing Committee
FROM: JoAnne Plummer, Neighborhood Services Director
Cassidy Le Air, Senior Management Analyst
SUBJECT: Item III. Support to Other Agencies Program
RECOMMENDATION:

A. Provide funding recommendations for the Memoranda of Agreements for Support to Other Agencies Recipients beginning on July 1, 2025, and ending on June 30, 2027; and
B. Recommend Staff transfer Fairview Garden’s Support to Other Agencies proposal for funding consideration under the City Grants program.

BACKGROUND:

On August 20, 2019, City Council approved two-year, non-competitive agreements for recipients for the Support to Other Agencies (STOA) Program. However, at the June 1, 2021 meeting, Council expressed an interest in updating these non-competitive Support to Other Agencies (STOA) agreements to allow additional organizations to apply for funding.

At the August 2, 2021 Grant Funding Review Standing Committee (Committee) meeting, the Committee approved staff’s recommendation that a Request for Proposals (RFP) be issued to solicit funding requests from interested non-profits and governmental agencies.

The Council approved the issuance of Request For Proposals (RFP) for the STOA Program at their November 16, 2021, and November 15, 2022, meetings.

At the February 13, 2023 Committee meeting, Committee members suggested exploring the possibility of reclassifying some of the competitive Support to Other Agencies agreements as Memoranda of Agreements (MOAs) and setting them to last for longer than the currently approved agreements, which are set at two (2) years. At the July 18, 2023 City Council meeting, Council approved setting the issue for discussion with the Committee, and the Committee met on August 7, 2023 for deliberations.

Meeting Date: February 27, 2025

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