Oakland City Council
May 19, 2026

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Prepared by The Bridging Group

January 2026

Katie Kramer | Sharon McDonnell

Madeleine Fraix | Lynda Murillo

Danielle Motely-Lewis

FY 2024-2025 Evaluation Report

Attachment A

OFCY FY 24-25 Evaluation Summary Report

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Official Citation
Kramer, K., McDonnell, S, Fraix, M., Murillo, L., and Motely-Lewis, D. (2026). Oakland Fund for Children and Youth, FY 2024-2025 Final Evaluation Report. Prepared for the City of Oakland, Human Services Department. The Bridging Group (Oakland, CA).

Acknowledgements
The Bridging Group (TBG) would like to thank the Oakland Fund for Children and Families (OFCY) staff members for their ongoing collaboration and support of this evaluation, including:

Robin Love, OFCY Program Manager
Robyn Levinson, OFCY Program Planner
Annie Hines, OFCY Program Analyst II
Terry Hill, OFCY Program Analyst II
Donnisha Udo-Okon, OFCY Administrative Assistant II

TBG also expresses gratitude to the OFCY Planning and Oversight Committee for their input and review.

Finally, TBG expresses special appreciation to the OFCY program site staff and volunteers for their support of this evaluation and, in particular, to the OFCY participants who shared their valuable input through evaluation surveys.

Cover photos courtesy of Oakland Parks, Recreation and Youth Development and UJIMAA Foundation

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Executive Summary

The Oakland Fund for Children and Youth (OFCY) provides strategic funding to support Oakland's children and youth from birth through age 21 in becoming healthy, happy, educated, engaged, powerful, and loved community members. Using a results-based accountability (RBA) framework, this report provides an overview of OFCY’s funded portfolio, a description of the number of service hours provided and the number of people served, who were supported by these programs, participant survey results, overall outcomes, RBA summaries for the eleven OFCY strategies, and program profiles for each OFCY program operating in FY 24-25.

What Were the Programs?
145
Program
Sites
72 Community
Organizations
4 Public
Agencies
$18,837,382
Investment in
Programs

Who Was Supported?
OFCY Child/Youth Participants (n=20,801)

3 4
5 6
9 10
11 12
15 32
39 Violence Prevention
Social-Emotional Well-Being in Early Childhood
Middle School Engagement, Wellness, & Transitions
Career Access & Employment for Youth in School
Career Access & Employment for Opportunity Youth
Family Resources Centers and Parent Engagement
High School and Post-Secondary Student Success
Summer Academic & Enrichment + Youth Employment
School-Based Afterschool at Middle Schools
Youth Leadership & Development
School-Based Afterschool at Elementary Schools
Distribution of Operational Programs By OFCY Strategies (n=145) 9%
37% 23% 21%
9%
0-5
years
6-10
years
11-14
years
15-17
years
18+
years8%
9%
10%
25%
48%
All other youth
Asian/PI youth
Two or more races
Black youth
Latinx youth

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OFCY FY 24-25 Results-Based Accountability Summary
How Much Did We Do?
20,801
Children and Youth Served
(unduplicated)
2,591
Parents/Caregivers Served
(unduplicated)
4,098,518
Total Hours of Service
11 Service Strategies Supported
How Well Did We Do It?

Achievement of Projected Hours of Service
(4,098,518 actual hours achieved of 3,762,259 hours projected)

Achievement of Projected Number of Participants
(26,808 actual participants served* of 21,354 participants projected) *number served includes multiple counts for people who participated in more than 1 program

OFCY Youth are from Priority Populations
(19,277 youth served by OFCY identify as Black/African American, Latinx, Native American, and/or Asian/Pacific Islander)

OFCY Particpant Survey Results Connected to Evidence-Based PYD Practices* Positive Adult-Youth Relationships
There is an adult in this program who notices when I am upset (n=16,682) 85% The adults in this program listen to my ideas (n=6,544) 87% There is an adult in this program who cares about me (n=6,544) 93% The adults in this program encourage me to try harder (n=6,544) 90% Positive Support Techniques
Youth Respondents (n=5,707)
Adults in the program tell me what I am doing well 93% I have the opportunity to talk about what I’ve learned in this program 88% Parent/Caregiver Respondents (n = 478)
Program staff help to make me feel comfortable and supported 96% In this program, I feel comfortable asking questions and sharing concerns about my children and about parenting

89%
109%
126%
93%

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Life-Skill Building - Youth
Youth Respondents
This program helps me improve communicate better (n=5,666) 86% At this program, I learn how to do things that help with my schoolwork (n=4,818) 82% Since coming to this program, I feel like I can try new things, even if I think they might be hard (n=6,544) 88%
Because of this program, I know how to navigate the job search and interview process (n=394) 80%
At this program, I learned what is expected in a work setting (n=394) 87% Since coming to this program, I have learned non-violent skills to help me deal with conflict (n=101) 87%
Parent/Caregiver Respondents (n=460)
I have a better understanding of my child's behavior, growth, and development 83% I know more about how to keep my child safe and healthy 85% This program helped me to understand how to respond effectively when my child is upset 83%
Opportunities for Youth Leadership
In this program, I have chances to lead others (n=6,544) 79% This program has given me the skills to advocate for myself and my community (n=1,272) 89%
Collaboration and Connections with Other Organizations (parent/caregivers, n=460) This program connected me with other programs and resources that can help my family 88%
*Evidence-Based Positive Youth Development (PYD) practices identified in meta-analysis by Francis, K., et all (2020).

Is Anyone Better Off?
Academic Preparation

79%
Students reported
that because of the
program, they like to
go to school
(n=6,090)
85%
Elementary and middle
schoolers reported that
the program increased
their interest in staying
in school (n=3,047)
78%

Students reported
the program helps
them to feel more
motivated to learn in
school (n=4,818) 83%
High schoolers
expressed that college
or a career feels
attainable after
graduation (n=1,149)

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Employment/Economic Well-Being

80%
Youth participating in career access &
employment programs, who completed OFCY
surveys, reported that they program helped them
create or improve their resume (n=394)

1,412
Number of youth participating in career access &
employment programs were placed into a job or
internship

Parent Engagement with Their Children
81%
Parents/Caregivers
feel better prepared
to stand up for or
be an advocate for
their child (n=460)
80%
Parents/Caregivers are
better able to help their
child be ready for
school (n=460)
91%
Parents/Caregivers
are better able to
communicate with
their children
(n=460)
83%
Parents/Caregivers
spend more time
playing, listening to,
or talking with their
child (n=460)
Belonging and Connections
74%
Youth of all ages
reported that they
felt like they
belong in their
OFCY program
(n=6,682) 65%
Youth involved in
youth leadership
indicated they feel
more connected
to their
community after
attending their
program (n=1,373)
83%
Youth of all ages
reported that since
coming to their
program, they felt
more connected to
their school
(n=6,090)

79%
Youth of all ages
reported they feel
safe in their
OFCY program
(n=6,544)

90%
Youth indicated
that when they
feel unsafe, their
program has
provided
resources or
someone to call
for support
(n=2,522)

90%
Youth violence
prevention programs
reported that since
coming to the
program, they are
better at managing
situations that
make them feel
unsafe (n=101)

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Table of Contents
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ......................................................................................... III TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................................... 1 INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................. 3 OFCY RESULTS-BASED ACCOUNTABILITY FRAMEWORK.................................................. 4 OVERVIEW OF EVALUATION AND REPORT .................................................................. 5 FY 24-25 OFCY PARTICIPANT SURVEY....................................................................... 6 HOW MUCH DID WE DO?........................................................................................ 8 HOURS OF SERVICE ............................................................................................10 OFCY PARTICIPANTS..........................................................................................11 HOW WELL DID WE DO? .......................................................................................13 PROGRAM PERFORMANCE .....................................................................................14 ADDRESSING EQUITY ..........................................................................................16 IS ANYONE BETTER OFF? .....................................................................................18 EVIDENCE-BASED POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PRACTICES ..............................................19 PARTICIPANT FEEDBACK: POSITIVE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT ..................................................20 PARTNERSHIPS AND COLLABORATIONS ........................................................................22 OUTCOMES .......................................................................................................23 ACADEMIC READINESS AND SUPPORT .........................................................................24 EMPLOYMENT/ECONOMIC WELL-BEING .......................................................................25 PARENT ENGAGEMENT WITH THEIR CHILDREN ................................................................26 BELONGING, CONNECTIONS & SAFETY........................................................................27 STRATEGY-LEVEL ...............................................................................................28 RESULTS-BASED ACCOUNTABILITY & OUTCOME SUMMARIES ..........................................28 SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING IN EARLY CHILDREN: RBA SUMMARY .....................................29 FAMILY RESOURCE CENTERS AND PARENT ENGAGEMENT: RBA SUMMARY ...................................31 COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL-BASED AFTERSCHOOL AT ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: RBA SUMMARY ..............33 COMPREHENSIVE SCHOOL-BASED AFTERSCHOOL AT MIDDLE SCHOOLS: RBA SUMMARY ....................36

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MIDDLE SCHOOL ENGAGEMENT, WELLNESS, AND TRANSITIONS: RBA SUMMARY ............................38 HIGH SCHOOL AND POST-SECONDARY STUDENT SUCCESS: RBA SUMMARY ..................................40 YOUTH LEADERSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT: RBA SUMMARY ....................................................42 SUMMER ACADEMIC AND ENRICHMENT AND SUMMER YOUTH EMPLOYMENT: RBA SUMMARY ................45 VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAMMING: RBA SUMMARY .....................................................47 CAREER ACCESS AND EMPLOYMENT FOR OPPORTUNITY YOUTH: RBA SUMMARY............................48 CAREER ACCESS AND EMPLOYMENT YOUTH IN SCHOOL: RBA SUMMARY ....................................50 LESSONS LEARNED .............................................................................................51 STRENGTHS AND SUCCESSES ..................................................................................52 CHALLENGES ..................................................................................................56 CONCLUSION ....................................................................................................58 APPENDIX 1: COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS .................................................................59

Photo courtesy of Destiny Arts Center

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Introduction
OFCY’s vision is for all Oakland children and youth to thrive and lead safe, healthy, and fulfilling lives. To advance this vision, OFCY strategically funds programs serving youth from birth to age 21, supporting their health, happiness, learning, engagement, empowerment, and sense of belonging.

Guided by the 2022–2025 Strategic Investment Plan, OFCY awarded $18,837,382 in FY 2024-25 across 146 awarded grants, spanning four funding areas and eleven strategies. Figure 1 summarizes these investments.

Figure 1: OFCY FY 24-25 Funding Strategies and Investments Funding Area Strategy (# funded programs) Investment

$775,000

$2,261,035

$3,230,000

$1,500,000

$710,000

$1,245,000

$4,645,347

$1,161,000

$655,000

$1,660,000

$995,000
Children’s Success in
School
Comprehensive School-Based Afterschool
at Elementary Schools (39)
Comprehensive School-Based Afterschool
at Middle Schools (14)

Middle School Engagement, Wellness, and
Transitions (5)
High School and Post-Secondary Student
Success (11)
Healthy Development
of Young Children
Social-Emotional Well-Being in Early
Childhood (4)
Family Resource Centers and Parent
Engagement (10)
Youth Development
and Violence
Prevention
Youth Leadership and Development (33)
Summer Academic & Enrichment Programs
(9) + Summer Youth Employment (3)
Violence Prevention Programming (3)
Transitions to
Adulthood
Career Access and Employment for
Opportunity Youth (9)
Career Access and Employment for Youth
in School (6)

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OFCY Results-Based Accountability Framework
To measure its contribution to Oakland’s citywide goals, OFCY uses a Results-Based Accountability (RBA) framework. RBA is a widely used approach for improving outcomes for children, families, and communities, helping public agencies and service providers assess and strengthen program effectiveness. For OFCY, RBA offers a structured way to examine the amount of service delivered, its quality, and its impact on children, youth, and families. Figure 2 outlines the three core RBA questions and how the framework is applied in the OFCY evaluation.

Figure 2: RBA Framework for OFCY Evaluation

How Much Did We Do?
• Number of programs funded
• Number of people served
• Number of hours of service
• Who OFCY served (demographics)

How Well Did We Do It?
• Actual hours compared to projected
hours of service

• Actual number compared to project
number of people served

• Equity assessment (do people served
represent communities with most
disparities?)

• Participant satisfaction
Is Anyone Better Off?
• Quantity or quality of change for the better produced by OFCY programs (number or percent of people with improvement in skills, attitudes, behaviors, or circumstances)

• Participants across OFCY report, display, demonstrate improvements, such as:
• Percent of participants reporting increased school readiness • Number of participants who gain paid internship or employment • Percent of parents who demonstrated increased parenting skills or knowledge

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Overview of Evaluation and Report
In April 2024, OFCY contracted with The Bridging Group (TBG) to conduct a descriptive evaluation of FY 2024–25 OFCY programs.

This report summarizes OFCY’s funded portfolio, including the number of people served, service hours delivered, participant demographics, and key outcomes for children, youth, and caregivers. One of the 146 funded sites did not commence any program activities in FY 24-25.

Thus, the data presented in this report are drawn from 76 organizations representing 145 operational OFCY program sites. The report also includes Appendix 1: Comprehensive List of Collaborative Partners and Appendix 2: Program Profiles for each of the 145 OFCY FY 24-25 programs. TBG drew on multiple data sources to inform this evaluation, including:

Data Sources
Quantitative Administrative Records: Programs tracked service hours, the number of people served, and demographic information for 20,801 children and youth and 2,591 adult participants in OFCY’s data-reporting system, Cityspan.

Qualitative Outcomes Records: Programs individually identified and defined their own outcomes, created their own data collection instruments, and submitted self-reported descriptive outcome data to OFCY via the Cityspan database. Programs also provided narratives describing program highlights, successes, and challenges experienced during each quarterly reporting period.

Surveys: Surveys were collected and analyzed from 5,707 children and youth and 460 parents or caregivers who participated in OFCY programs to elicit their perspectives on program quality and individual outcomes. TBG analyzed data from 3,281 additional surveys collected by Public Profit for their evaluation of the Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) after-school programs.i

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FY 24-25 OFCY Participant Survey
In Spring 2025, the evaluation team partnered
with OFCY staff to develop and distribute the FY
24-25 OFCY participant survey. The survey
collected participants’ perspectives on program
quality and how programs affected their
knowledge, skills, and actions. Surveys,
adapted for each of the eleven OFCY strategies,
were administered electronically and on paper.

Surveys were translated and offered in nine
languages, including English, Spanish, Arabic,
Chinese, Amharic, Dari, Pashto, Tigrinya, and
Vietnamese.

The TBG evaluators collected 6,207 surveys; all
11 strategies were represented, and 96% of the
145 programs completed at least one survey. Of the total OFCY participant surveys collected, 6,167 contained sufficient information to be included in the analysis. Table 1 provides a description OFCY surveys included in the analysis group.

Table 1: OFCY Survey Details
Surveys by Participant Type (n=6,167) # %
Youth Participants 5,707 93%
Adult Participants 460 7%
Surveys By Language* (n=6,167) # %
English 5,143 83%
Spanish 1,013 16%
Arabic 7 <1%
Chinese 3 <1%
Amharic 1 <1%
*No surveys were collected in Dari, Pashto, Tigrinya, and Vietnamese.

6,207
OFCY participant
surveys collected

2.5x more surveys than
the previous year

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Full Survey Analysis Group

Under a mutual data-sharing agreement, TBG received data from an additional 3,281 surveys collected by Public Profit from jointly funded OFCY/Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) after- school elementary and middle school programs.ii In total, data from 9,448 surveys were analyzed for this report. The full data analysis group included 8,988 surveys completed by youth and 460 by adults. Figure 3 shows the distribution of the surveys included in the full analysis group by survey source (OFCY vs. OUSD).

Survey Results Generalizable to Full OFCY Participant Group

Compared to the total number of people served by OFCY in FY 24-25, the analysis group (n=9,448) has a <1% margin of error, indicating that the results are generalizable to all participants served by OFCY. Furthermore, the percentages of survey respondents by gender and race are similar to those of all OFCY participants. Survey respondents tended to be older (5% of surveys were completed by participants in second grade or younger), so the responses may be more representative of participants in third grade or older.

36 41
93 97
101
260
361
424
796
1272
787
1899
1229
2052
Social-Emotional Well-Being in Early Childhood
Oakland Summer Youth Employment
Career Access and Employment for Youth in School
Summer Academic & Enrichment
Violence Prevention
Career Access and Employment for Opportunity Youth
Middle School Engagement, Wellness, and Transitions
Family Resource Centers and Parent Engagement
High School and Post-Secondary Student Success
Youth Leadership & Development
Afterschool - Middle Schools
Afterschool - Elementary Schools
Figure 3: Survey Numbers by Strategy (n=9,448)
OFCY Survey OUSD Survey

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How Much Did We Do?

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Funded Organizations

Programs By Strategy
During FY 24-25, 76 organizations facilitated 145 programs for children, youth, and families throughout Oakland. The most often run programs were comprehensive school-based afterschool programs at elementary schools (39 programs), followed by youth leadership and development (32 programs), and comprehensive school-based afterschool programs at middle schools (14 programs). Figure 4 shows the distribution of program counts across OFCY strategies.

Organizational Type
The vast majority, 70 of the 76
funded organizations, or 92%,
were community-based non-
profit organizations, followed by
four funded government
agencies, and two fiscally
sponsored initiatives. Figure 5
presents the distribution of
organization type.

Community-
based Non-
Profit
92%
Government
Agency
5%
Fiscally
Sponsored
Initiative
3%
Figure 5: Funded Organizations by Type
(n=76)
3 4
5 6
9 10
11 12
14 32
39 Violence Prevention
Social-Emotional Well-Being in Early Childhood
Middle School Engagement, Wellness, & Transitions
Career Access & Employment for Youth in School
Career Access & Employment for Opportunity Youth
Family Resources Centers and Parent Engagement
High School and Post-Secondary Student Success
Summer Academic & Enrichment + Youth Employment
School-Based Afterschool at Middle Schools
Youth Leadership & Development
School-Based Afterschool at Elementary Schools
Figure 4: Distribution of OFCY Programs By Strategy
n=145

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Hours of Service
During FY 24-25, OFCY programs provided a total of 4,098,518 hours of service for children, youth, and families across Oakland. Of these hours, 4,052,413 were provided through services and programs for children and youth,
and 46,105 were provided through
services and programs for parents and
caregivers. Children and youth
received an average of 167 hours of
services per participant, whereas
adults received an average of 18
hours.

School-Based Afterschool at
Elementary and Middle Schools
provided the most hours of service and
the highest average hours per
participant. Elementary school-based
programs provided 2,294,793 hours of
service, averaging 389 hours per
participant, and middle school-based programs provided 708,683 hours of service, averaging 248 hours per participant.

4,098,518
Total hours of service
provided through
OFCY programs

Photo courtesy of Oakland Leaf Foundation

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OFCY Participants
Youth Participants
OFCY supported 20,801 unduplicated
children and youth through its funded
programs in FY 24-25. Programs collected
demographic information on key
characteristics of the children and youth
served, including race/ethnicity, gender, age,
and residential zip code.

The majority of children and youth involved in
OFCY programs in FY 24-25 identified as
Latinx (48%), Black (25%), Asian/Pacific
Islander (9%), or two or more races (10%).

Programs served children and youth ages 0 to
21, with 81% aged 6 to 17. Finally, 50% of child and youth program participants identified as male, 49% as female, 0.5% as non-binary, and 1% as other. Figure 6 presents an overview of participant demographic characteristics.

Figure 6: Child and Youth Demographics

0.3%
1%
1%
2%
2%
3%
9%
10%
25%
48%
South Asian, Indian, or Desi
American Indian/Alaskan Native
Decline to State
Middle Eastern/Arab
Other
Caucasian/White
Asian/Pacific Islander
Two or More Races
African American/Black
Latinx/Hispanic
Race/Ethnicity
(n=20,801)
20,801
unduplicated
children and youth
participated in
OFCY programs in
FY 24-25
Male, 50%
Non-
binary,

0.5%
Female,
49% Other,
1%
Gender
(n=20,527*)
9%
37%
23% 21%
8%
1%
0-5 years 6-10 years 11-14 years 15-17 years 18-21 years Over 21 years Age
(n=20,780*)
*21 youth participants missing age data, not included in this figure. *274 youth participants missing gender data, not
included in this figure.

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Adult Participants

OFCY funds two strategies that support parents,
caregivers, and providers focused on early childhood
development. Services within these strategies included
parenting education and support, organized playgroups
for parents of young children, connections to other
community resources, and staff training in early
childhood programs. In FY 24-25, 2,591 parents and
caregivers attended programs through either the Family
Resource Centers and Parent Engagement or the
Social-Emotional Well-Being in Early Childhood
programs. The vast majority, or 86% of OFCY parent or
caregiver participants, identify with priority populations, including Black, Latinx, Native American, or Asian and
Pacific Islander. The majority (77%) of participants
identify as female, and almost half (49%) are aged 31–
40 years. Figure 7 presents a breakdown of parent and caregiver participants by race/ethnicity, gender, and age.

Figure 7: Parent and Caregiver Demographics

0.4%
1%
2%
3%
3%
4%
5%
7%
19%
57%
South Asian, Indian, or Desi
American Indian/Alaskan Native
Other
Middle Eastern/Arab
Two or More Races
Decline to State
Caucasian/White
Asian/Pacific Islander
African American/Black
Latinx/Hispanic
Race/Ethnicity
(n=2,591)
2%
21%
49%
21%
4% 3%
21 and under 22-30 years 31-40 years 41-50 years 51-60 years 61+ years Age
(n=2,588)
Male, 18%Non-
binary,
2%
Female,
77%
Other,
3%
Gender
(n=2,584*)
86%
of OFCY parent
or caregiver
participants are
from priority
populations
*3 adult participants missing age data, not included in this figure. *7 adult participants missing gender data, not
included in this figure.

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How Well Did We Do?

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Program Performance
Hours of Service
One of the ways OFCY tracks performance of funded programs is by monitoring progress on total hours of service, total number of people served, and average hours of attendance per participant.

At the beginning of the contract year, each program estimates the number of service units (hours) it will provide and the number of people it will serve. They then provide quarterly updates on each of these performance measures. Table 2 compares projected hours with actual hours of service by strategy and provides the average number of hours of per participant.

Table 2: Projected vs. Actual Hours of Service by Strategy Strategy Number
of Funded
Programs
Projected
Hours
Actual
Hours
Level
Achieved
Average
Hours per
Participant
Social-Emotional Well-Being
in Early Childhood* 3 16,260 15,979 98% 61 hours
Family Resource Centers &
Parent Engagement 10 60,425 71,557 118% 18 hours
School-Based Afterschool at
Elementary Schools 39 1,835,754 2,294,793 125% 389 hours School-Based Afterschool at
Middle Schools 14 818,333 708,683 87% 248 hours
Middle School Engagement,
Wellness, Transitions 5 80,887 59,873 74% 62 hours
Youth Leadership &
Development 32 450,824 414,876 92% 69 hours
High School & Post-Secondary
Student Success 11 92,469 137,379 149% 38 hours
Career Access & Employment-
Youth In School 6 149,298 104,780 70% 111 hours
Career Access & Employment
for Opportunity Youth 9 87,212 111,972 128% 157 hours
Violence Prevention 3 16,201 24,267 150% 71 hours Summer Academic &
Enrichment /Youth Employment 12 154,596 154,359 100% 121 hours *1 of 4 Social-Emotional Well-Being in Early Childhood programs had errors with reported projected service hours and thus their data is not included in the table above. This program provided an additional 2,757 hours of service.

Number of People Served

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In addition to tracking hours of service, program sites also reported the number of people they served. Overall, OFCY served 126% of the number of youth and adults they projected to serve in FY 24-25. At the program level, the majority (79%) of funded programs met or exceeded their projected goals for the number of people they served. Table 3 compares the projected and actual number of participants served by each OFCY strategy.

Table 3: Projected vs. Actual Number of Participants Served by Strategy*

Strategy Number
of Funded
Programs
Projected
Number of
Participants
Actual
Number of
Participants*
Level
Achieved
Social-Emotional Well-Being in
Early Childhood** 2 95 177 186%
Family Resource Centers 10 3,088 3,939 128%
School-Based Afterschool at
Elementary Schools 39 4,191 5,895 141%
School-Based Afterschool at
Middle Schools 14 1,780 2,683 161%
Middle School Engagement,
Wellness, Transitions 5 475 968 204%
Youth Leadership &
Development 32 4,878 6,047 124%
High School & Post-Secondary
Student Success 11 3,864 3,650 94%
Career Access & Employment-
Youth In School 6 1,017 942 93%
Career Access & Employment
for Opportunity Youth 9 525 713 136%
Violence Prevention 3 189 340 180% Summer Academic &
Enrichment + Youth
Employment
12 1,252 1,274 102%
*Actual number of participants served presented in this table is a duplicated count (includes multiple counts for people who participated in more than 1 program).
**2 of 4 Social-Emotional Well-Being in Early Childhood* programs had errors with reported projected number of participants and thus their data is not included in the table above. These programs served an additional 69 participants.

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Addressing Equity
Participants and Equity Measures
In alignment with OFCY’s core value of Social and
Economic Equity and as outlined in OFCY’s Strategic
Investment Plan 2022-2025 Equity Framework, OFCY aims
to support and prioritize programs serving Oakland’s Black, Latinx, Native American, and Asian and Pacific Islander children and youth. OFCY also prioritizes supporting
immigrant, refugee, and newcomer youth, LGBTQ youth,
youth with disabilities, youth involved in the child welfare system, and youth who are disconnected from school and
employment.

Priority Populations
To this end, 93% of the youth served by OFCY identify as members of priority populations highlighted in the OFCY Equity Framework, including Black/African American, Latinx, Native American, and Asian/Pacific Islander children and youth.iii Table 4 further demonstrates this equity measure by comparing the percentage of
youth served in OFCY programs by ethnicity with
population estimates for Oakland from the 2023
American Community Survey (U.S. Census)iv. For
example, while African American/Black people
make up 19% of the overall Oakland population,
African American youth were 25% of those served
by OFCY in FY 24-25. In comparison, White people
make up 27% of the overall Oakland population but
represented only 3% of the youth served by OFCY.

Table 4: OFCY Participants Compared to Overall Oakland Youth Population

Race/Ethnicity Overall Oakland
Population*
OFCY Youth
Participants
Difference
+/-
African American/Black 19% 25%  6%
Latinx 30% 48%  18%
Two or More Races 6% 10%  4%
Asian/Pacific Islander 16% 9%  7%
White 27% 3%  24%
*2023 American Community Survey/US Census

OFCY Core Value

Social &
Economic Equity

“All children and youth
have a fundamental right
for a safe and healthy life
and a quality education.

We value the concerted
application of our
resources toward those
youth in greatest need.”

93%
of OFCY youth
are from priority
populations

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High-Focus Neighborhoods
OFCY further strives for social and economic equity by allocating resources toward those youth in greatest need. The Oakland Community Stressors Index (OCSI) uses a combination of 22 risk factors across a range of domains to identify neighborhoods throughout the City experiencing chronic stress, violence, and trauma.v Another City of Oakland equity tool, the Oakland Department of Transportation (OakDOT) Geographic Equity Toolbox, combines geographic indicators of need with community context and engagement insights to identify where investments can most effectively advance racial, economic, and mobility equity across Oakland neighborhoods.vi
A map of the zip codes of OFCY children and youth participants shows that most live in neighborhoods with the highest stressors identified by the OCSI. One percent of OFCY participants identified as homeless or in transitional housing. Table 5 presents the top six reported OFCY participant zip codes, followed by Figure 8, which compares the Oakland Community Stressors Map, OakDOT Geographic Equity Toolbox, and OFCY participants mapped by zip code.

These side-by-side map comparisons demonstrate that the communities served by OFCY are the same communities identified as experiencing the highest rates of stress, violence, and trauma as measured by the OCSI and the highest rates of geographic need as indicated by OakDOT.

Table 5: OFCY Youth Participants by Top Zip Codes

Zip Code Neighborhoods Count Percent
94601 Fruitvale 4,181 22%
94621 Webster Tract, Coliseum 3,051 16%
94603 Sobrante Park, Elmhurst 2,345 12%
94606 Highland Park, East Lake 2,090 11%
94605 Eastmont, Havenscourt 2,157 11%
94607 West Oakland, Chinatown 1,248 7%

Figure 8: Comparison of OCSI, OakDOT, and OFCY youth participant zip codes

2024 Oakland Community
Stressors Map
OakDOT Geographic
Equity Toolbox

FY 24-25 OFCY Youth
Participants by Zip Code

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Is Anyone Better Off?

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Evidence-Based Positive Youth Development Practices

OFCY programs are grounded in research that identifies evidence-based practices proven effective for Positive Youth Development (PYD). Figure 9 presents six core evidence-based practices identified in a meta-analysis of studies on effective Positive Youth Development practices.vii A meta-analysis is an examination of data from multiple independent studies on the same subject to determine overall trends.

Figure 9: Components of Effective Youth Programs

1 They promote
positive &
sustained
adult-youth
relations
between a
young person
and a
competent,
caring, &
continually
available adult
2 They use
positive
support
techniques
e.g., reward
systems to
improve
motivation &
discourage
problem
behaviors
3 They provide
life-skill
building
activities
e.g., learning
conflict
resolution,
problem
solving, stress
management,
and
communication
4 They provide
opportunity
for youth
participation
and
leadership
at valued
family, school,
and community
activities
5 They
collaborate
with other
organizations
to develop a
holistic
approach to
serving the
youth's needs

OFCY Core Value

Child and Youth Development

“We support efforts to promote the social,
emotional, physical, cognitive, and spiritual
development of children to instill individual and
community pride and leadership.”

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Positive Youth Development
Using information collected from the OFCY and OUSD participant surveys, the evaluators assessed the degree to which participants experienced each of the Positive Youth Development (PYD) practices shown in Figure 9. Table 6 presents the results of the OFCY participant survey questions, which directly correlate with each PYD practice. Percentages show the proportion of youth who agree or strongly agree with the statement.

Table 6: OFCY Participant Survey Results Matched to Evidence-Based Positive Youth Development Practice

Positive Adult-Youth Relationships

There is an adult in this program who notices when I am upset (n=6,682)* 85% The adults in this program listen to my ideas (n=6,544)** 87% There is an adult in this program who cares about me (n=6,544)** 93% The adults in this program encourage me to try harder (n=6,544)** 90% *Includes Youth Leadership and Development, Career Access & Employment for Youth in School and Opportunity Youth, Middle School Wellness & Transitions, Afterschool-Elementary and Afterschool-Middle, Violence Prevention, High School and Post-Secondary Success, and Summer Academic & Enricment / Youth Employment.
**Includes Includes Youth Leadership and Development, Career Access & Employment for Youth in School and Opportunity Youth, Middle School Wellness & Transitions, Afterschool-Elementary and Afterschool-Middle, Violence Prevention, and High School and Post-Secondary Success.

Positive Support Techniques

Youth Respondents (n=5,707)*
Adults in the program tell me what I am doing well 93% I have the opportunity to talk about what I’ve learned in this program 88% Parent/Caregiver Respondents (n=460)**
Program staff help to make me feel comfortable and supported 96% In this program, I feel comfortable asking questions and sharing concerns about my children and about parenting

89%
*Includes Youth Leadership and Development, Career Access & Employment for Youth in School and Opportunity Youth, Middle School Wellness & Transitions, Afterschool-Elementary and Afterschool-Middle, Violence Prevention, High School and Post-Secondary Success, and Summer Academic & Enrichment / Youth Employment.
**Includes Family Resource Centers and Parent Engagement and Social-Emotional Well-being in Early Childhood

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Life-Skill Building - Youth

Youth Respondents
This program helps me communicate better (n=5,666)* 86% At this program, I learn how to do things that help with my schoolwork (n=4,818)** 82%
Since coming to this program, I feel like I can try new things, even if I think they might be hard (n=6,544)*** 88%
Because of this program, I know how to navigate the job search and interview process (n=394)**** 80%
At this program, I learned what is expected in a work setting (n=394)**** 87% Since coming to this program, I have learned non-violent skills to help me deal with conflict (n=101)***** 87%
Parent/Caregiver Respondents (n=460)******
I better understand my child’s behavior, growth, and
development 83%
I know more about how to keep my child healthy 85%
This program helped me to understand how to respond effectively when my child is upset

83%
*Includes Youth Leadership and Development, Career Access & Employment for Youth in School and Opportunity Youth, Middle School Wellness & Transitions, Afterschool-Elementary and Afterschool-Middle, Violence Prevention, High School and Post-Secondary Success, and Summer Academic & Enrichment.
**Includes Middle School Wellness & Transitions, Afterschool-Elementary and Afterschool-Middle, and High School & Post-Secondary Success. ***Includes Includes Youth Leadership and Development, Career Access & Employment for Youth in School and Opportunity Youth, Middle School Wellness & Transitions, Afterschool-Elementary and Afterschool-Middle, Violence Prevention, and High School & Post-Secondary Success.
****Includes Career Access & Employment for Youth in School and Opportunity Youth and Summer Youth Employment. *****Includes Violence Prevention.
******Includes Family Resource Centers and Parent Engagement and Social-Emotional Well-being in Early Childhood.

Opportunities for Youth Leadership

In this program, I have chances to lead others (n=6,544)* 79% This program has given me the skills to advocate for myself and my community (n=1,272)** 89%
*Includes Includes Youth Leadership and Development, Career Access & Employment for Youth in School and Opportunity Youth, Middle School Wellness & Transitions, Afterschool-Elementary and Afterschool-Middle, Violence Prevention, and High School and Post-Secondary Success.
**Includes Youth Leadership and Development.

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Collaboration and Connections with Other Organizations
(parent/caregiver respondents, n=460*)
This program connected me with other programs and resources that can help my family 88%
*Includes Family Resource Centers and Parent Engagement and Social-Emotional Well-being in Early Childhood

Partnerships and Collaborations
During FY 2024–25, OFCY-funded program sites
demonstrated a strong commitment to
collaboration by partnering with more than 300
distinct community organizations to enhance the
reach, quality, and effectiveness of their services.

These partnerships reflected a robust, cross-
sector network that included other OFCY-funded
programs, local city and county government
agencies, and a wide range of community-based
organizations that do not receive OFCY funding.

Through these collaborative relationships,
programs were able to coordinate services, share resources and expertise, and respond more comprehensively to the diverse needs of Oakland's children, youth, and families. Partnerships with other OFCY grantees supported alignment around shared goals and outcomes, while collaborations with public agencies strengthened linkages to systems such as education, health, behavioral health, and public safety. Engagement with non-OFCY-funded community organizations further expanded program capacity and
cultural responsiveness by leveraging specialized
knowledge, trusted community relationships, and locally grounded approaches. Collectively, these collaborations contributed to a more integrated and resilient service
ecosystem,
reinforcing OFCY’s
emphasis on
collective impact
and community-
driven solutions. A
complete list of
collaborative
partners is provided
in Appendix 1.

OFCY Core Value

Collaboration

“We work with community and
system stakeholders to identify
shared goals and objectives, and
encourage organizations to work
collaboratively to strengthen results
and support each other.”

Photo courtesy of Youth Uprising
300
collaborative
organizational
partners

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Outcomes
Ultimately, OFCY programs aim to affect key participant outcomes as outlined in the 2022-2025 OFCY Strategic Investment Plan. To assess impact on participant outcomes, the evaluators reviewed all available data from participant surveys and self-reported outcome data submitted by program sites. Programs individually identified and defined their own outcomes, created their own data collection instruments, and submitted self-reported descriptive outcome data in Cityspan.

After reviewing all available information from the surveys and the database, the evaluation team identified four primary outcome categories. Figure 10 presents these four outcome categories.

The following pages present the main findings in each outcome category.

Figure 10: Primary Outcome Categories

Academic Readiness &
Support

Employment &
Economic Well-Being

Parent Engagement with
their Children

Belonging, Connections,
and Safety

Photo courtesy of YMCA of the East Bay-Piedmont Elementary School

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Academic Readiness and Support

79%
Students reported
that because of
the program, they
like to go to
school (n=6,090)

85%
Elementary and
middle schoolers
reported that the
program
increased their
interest in staying
in school (n=3,047)
78%
Students reported
the program helps
them to feel more
motivated to
learn in school
(n=4,818)
83%
High schoolers
expressed that
college or a career
feels attainable
after graduation
(n=1,149)

OFCY participants indicated academic preparation in four areas. Among the students completing OFCY surveys, 79% of them reported they like to go to school because of the program, and 78% reported that the program helps them feel more motivated to learn in school. Also, 85% of
elementary and middle
school students reported an
increased interest in staying
in school after participating
in OFCY programs and 83%
of high school age
participants expressed that
college or a career of their
interest feels attainable
after graduation.

Photo courtesy of Safe Passages

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80%

Youth participating in career access &
employment programs, who completed
OFCY surveys, reported that the program
helped them create or improve their
resume (n=394)

1,412

Youth participating in career access &
employment programs were placed into a
job or internship

77% of 1,995 youth participating in career
access programs or employment focused
programs were placed

1,412 youth were placed in internships or jobs, earning an average hourly wage or stipend of $15. This number represents a 77% placement rate for the 1,995 youth who participated in OFCY programs that provided career access or employment-focused programs. In addition, of the 394 youth who participated in these programs and completed an OFCY participant survey, 80% reported that they created or improved their resume as a result of participating in their OFCY program.

$15/hour
average hourly
wage or stipend for
youth placed into
jobs or internships
through OFCY
programs
Employment/Economic Well-Being

Photo courtesy of Civicorps

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81%
Parents/Caregivers
feel better prepared
to stand up for or
be an advocate for
their child (n=460)
80%
Parents/Caregivers
are better able to
help their child be
ready for school
(n=460)
91%
Parents/Caregivers
are better able to
communicate with
their children
(n=460)
83%
Parents/Caregivers
spend more time
playing, listening
to, or talking with
their child (n=460)

Parents and caregivers participated in a range
of programs with their children, including
playgroups, music and art groups, and
parenting classes. Of the 460 parents or
caregivers who completed OFCY participant
surveys, 83% reported spending more time
playing, listening, and talking with their
children. A majority of parents and caregivers
reported they are better able to advocate for
their children (81%) and prepare them for
school (80%). Also, 91% of parents and
caregivers reported being better able to
communicate with their children.

Parent Engagement with their Children

Photo courtesy of Oakland Parks, Recreation, and
Youth Development

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90%

Youth of all ages reported
that they felt like they are
included or belong in
their OFCY program
(n=6,682)
88%

Youth involved in youth
leadership and violence
prevention programs
indicated they feel more
connected to their
community after attending
their OFCY program
(n=1,373)
80%

Youth of all ages reported
that since coming to their
OFCY program, they felt
more connected to their
school (n=6,090)

96%

Youth of all ages reported
that they feel safe in their
OFCY program (n=6,544)

86%

Youth indicated that when
they feel unsafe, their
program has provided
resources or someone to
call for support (n=2,522)
62%

Youth in violence prevention
programs reported that
since coming to the
program, they are better at
managing situations that
make them feel unsafe
(n=101)

All OFCY programs strive to create environments where children, youth, and their families feel seen, heard, and safe. These efforts were evident in the many program participants of all ages who indicated that they feel like they belong in their OFCY program or school. OFCY programs also strive to increase participants’ sense of safety by providing them with resources and skills to better manage situations that make them feel unsafe.

Belonging, Connections & Safety

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When I am in

Strategy-Level
Results-Based Accountability
& Outcome Summaries

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Strategy-Level RBA and Outcome Summaries
In addition to reviewing outcomes across the entire OFCY, the evaluators reviewed data reported by program sites for each OFCY strategy. This section presents Results-Based Accountability and Outcome Summaries for each of the eleven FY 24-25 OFCY strategies. These summaries include a list of funded programs for each strategy, projected and actual hours of service, and the number of people served. Also included is a list of all site-specific measurable outcome data, as defined and reported by individual programs within each strategy.

Social-Emotional Well-Being in Early Children: RBA Summary

Social-Emotional Wellbeing in Early Childhood
FY 24-25 Funded Programs (n=4)

• Project Pride (LifeLong Medical Care)
• Early Childhood Mental Health Collaborative (Lincoln) • Community Adventure Pre-K Playgroup (Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development) • Nurturing Relationships & Strengths of 0-5 Children and Their Families (Through the Looking Glass)
How Much Did We Do? How Well Did We Do It?

$775,000 investment

Youth Participants
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

4 programs funded
Hours of
Service 10,760* 10,031 93%

127 youth served
Number of
Participants 50** 76 152%

119 adults served
Adult Participants
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

18,736 hours
of service provided
Hours of
Service 5,500* 5,948 108%
Number of
Participants 45** 101 224%
*1 of 4 Social-Emotional Well-Being in Early Childhood programs had errors with reported projected service hours and thus their data is not included in the table above. This program provided an additional 2,757 hours of service. **2 of 4 Social-Emotional Well-Being in Early Childhood programs had errors with reported projected number of participants and thus their data is not included in the table above. These programs served an additional 69 participants.

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Social-Emotional Wellbeing in Early Childhood
Is Anyone Better Off?
75% (3 of 4 programs) MET AT LEAST 1 of their outcomes by Q4 Site-Specific Reported Measurable Data
Early Childhood Mental Health Collaborative (Lincoln)
• 100% of parents reported observing positive changes in their child's behavior since gaining support from our collaborative team.
• 100% of educators observed positive shifts in students' behavior since working with staff from OTTP.
• 78% of educators observed positive shifts in children’s behavior since partnering with their mental health consultant.
• 87% of educators reported having a better understanding of why children behave the way they do. • 83% of educators reported that they now have more strategies and tools to address challenging behaviors in the classroom.
• 83% of educators shared that they feel more equipped to support children and families during stressful events, as a result of working with the mental health consultant. • 82% of educators reported that working with the mental health consultant increased their confidence in their role as teachers.
• 89% of educators stated that their collaboration with the mental health consultant expanded their knowledge of resources available to support children and families in need.

Nurturing Relationships and Strengths of 0-5 Children and Their Families (Through the Looking Glass)
Based on the Early Childhood Parent Scales:
• 38% of parents reported positive changes in Curiosity. • 50% of parents reported positive changes in Persistence. • 63% of parents reported positive changes in Flexibility. • 75% of parents reported positive changes in Frustration Tolerance.

Project Pride (LifeLong Medical Care)
• 71% have made positive progress toward reunification with their children. • 78% of residents reported having a positive experience at Project Pride.

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Family Resource Centers and Parent Engagement: RBA Summary Family Resource Centers and Parent Engagement
FY 24-25 Funded Programs (n=10)

• Healthy Havenscourt Early Care and Kinder Readiness Hub (BANANAS, Inc) • Dads Evoking Change (Dads Evoking Change)
• Hawthorne Family Resource Center (East Bay Agency for Children) • Social Services to Young Children & Their Families (Family Bridges, Inc.) • New Highland RISE Family Resource Center (Lincoln)
• Culturally Responsive Family Resource Center (Lotus Bloom) • LIFTS (LGBTQ Intersectional & Inclusive Family Support & Trauma Services) (Our Family Coalition)
• Parent Tot Initiative (Refugee & Immigrant Transitions) • Safe Passages Baby Learning Communities Collaborative (Safe Passages) • Early Learning Everywhere: Building Family Connections (Tandem, Partners in Early Learning) How Much Did We Do? How Well Did We Do It?

$2,261,035 investment

Youth Participants
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

10 programs funded Hours of
Service 28,248 31,400 111%

1,446 youth served Number of
Participants 1,217 1,446 119%
2,493 adults served
Adult Participants
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

71,557 hours
of service provided
Hours of
Service 32,177 40,157 125%
Number of
Participants 1,871 2,493 133%

Family Resource Centers and Parent Engagement
Is Anyone Better Off?
100% (10 of 10 programs) MET AT LEAST 1 of their outcomes by Q4 Site-Specific Reported Measurable Data

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Healthy Havenscourt Early Care and Kinder Readiness Hub (Bananas, Inc.) • 82 children received backpacks filled with school supplies. • 20 people received bikes, helmets, and locks.
• 104 people received bus passes granting two years of transportation, along with the opportunity to access a $40 monthly Lyft credit.

Hawthorne Family Resource Center (East Bay Agency for Children-EBAC) • 40% of clients demonstrated an increase on the Protective Factors Survey (PFS). • 92% of clients received at least one form of concrete support such as workforce development, early childhood intervention, or public services navigation & application assistance. • 95% of clients maintained or improved their parenting domain scores on the PFS.

Social Services to Young Children & Their Families (Family Bridges) • Explained and assisted 9 clients to fill out the voter registration application. • Helped over 40 families file returns.

Highland Community Resource Center (Lincoln)
• 93% of parents and caregivers surveyed agree or strongly agree that they have a better understanding of their child(ren)'s development, how to keep them safe and healthy, how to prepare them for school, and how to identify the needs of their child(ren). • 95% of parents and caregivers surveyed agree or strongly agree they spend more time singing, reading, story telling, playing and having meaningful conversations with their child(ren).

Safe Passages Baby Learning Communities Collaborative (Safe Passages) • 94% of parents who provided feedback reported an increase in connections to resources. • 97% of parents who provided feedback reported a better understanding of early childhood development and milestones.
• 100% of parents who provided feedback reported more participation in developmentally supportive activities.

Early Learning Everywhere: Building Family Connections (Tandem, Partners in Early Learning) • 1,581 multicultural/bilingual books to build home libraries.

Parent Tot Initiative (Refugee & Immigrant Transitions) • 75% of kids met or exceeded their individual math skills goals. • 84% of participants successfully connected to resources beyond BRFN.

Dads Evoking Change (Dads Evoking Change)
• 88% were satisfied with the attorney's help.
• 88% indicated that DEC's legal services helped address their legal issues. • 84% experienced positive changes in their legal situation since receiving consultation. • 97% would recommend DEC's legal services to other fathers in similar situations.

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Comprehensive School-Based Afterschool at Elementary Schools:

RBA Summary
Comprehensive School-Based Afterschool at Elementary Schools FY 24-25 Funded Programs (n=39)
• Brookfield Elementary (Bay Area Community
Resources/BACR)
• Emerson Elementary (BACR)
• Esperanza Academy (BACR)
• Fred T. Korematsu Discovery Academy
Elementary (BACR)
• Global Family Elementary (BACR)
• Grass Valley Elementary (BACR)
• Hoover Elementary (BACR)
• Lockwood STEAM Academy (BACR)
• Madison Park Academy Elementary (BACR)
• Markham Elementary (BACR)
• Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary (BACR)
• Oakland Academy of Knowledge Elementary
(BACR)
• Prescott Elementary ((BACR)
• Sankofa United Elementary (BACR)
• ACORN Woodland Elementary (BACR)
• Greenleaf (BACR)
• Achieve Academy (East Bay Agency for
Children)
• Rise/ New Highland Academy (EBAC)
• Franklin Elementary School (EBAC)
• Garfield Elementary School (EBAC)
• Lincoln Elementary School (EBAC)
• Manzanita Community School (EBAC)
• Manzanita Seed (EBAC)
• Allendale Elementary (Girls Inc-Alameda
County)
• Bella Vista Elementary (Girls Inc)
• Bridges @ Melrose Academy (Girls Inc)
• Burckhalter Elementary (Girls Inc)
• Horace Mann Elementary (Girls Inc)
• La Escuelita (Girls Inc)
• Encompass Academy Elementary (Oakland
Leaf Foundation)
• International Community Elementary
(Oakland Leaf Foundation)
• Learning Without Limits (Oakland Leaf
Foundation)
• Think College Now Elementary (Oakland Leaf
Foundation)
• East Oakland Pride Elementary (Safe
Passages)
• Fruitvale Elementary (Safe Passages)
• Laurel Elementary (Safe Passages)
• Carl B. Munck Elementary School (Ujimaa
Foundation)
• Piedmont Avenue Elementary (YMCA of the
East Bay)
• Reach Academy Elementary (Safe Passages)
How Much Did We Do? How Well Did We Do It?

$3,230,000 investment

Youth Participants
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

39 programs funded Hours of
Service 1,835,754 2,294,793 125%

5,895 youth served Number of
Participants 4,191 5,895 141%

2,294,793 hours
of service provided

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Comprehensive School-Based Afterschool at Elementary Schools

Is Anyone Better Off?
90% (35 of 39 programs) MET AT LEAST 1 of their outcomes by Q4 Site-Specific Reported Measurable Data
Brookfield Elementary (Bay Area Community Resources)
• 85% of students feel there is an adult in the program who supports them to succeed in school.

Hoover Elementary (Bay Area Community Resources)
• Related to utilization of SIPPS with grades K-2nd, teachers noticed on average 70% of students elevated in their SIPPS stories and up to 30% moved on from SIPPS and into their grade level literacy development.

Franklin Elementary School (East Bay Asian Youth Center) • 73% of survey respondents reported feeling motivated and having good grades are important. • 67% of survey respondents reported there is an adult who cares about them • 70% of survey respondents reported building positive relationships with their peers.

Garfield Elementary School (East Bay Asian Youth Center) • 66% of students responded true to feeling motivated to learn in school. • 68% of youth who completed the survey responded true to the question that there is at least one adult in this program that cares about them.
• 73% of students said that they do activities that help them build positive.

Lincoln Elementary School (East Bay Asian Youth Center) • 83% of student survey respondents reported that there is an adult who cares about them in this program.
• 91% of student survey respondents reported they participated in activities that help them build positive relationships with other students.
• 65% of the student survey respondents reported that they get to help decide activities to do and/or field trips to go on.

Manzanita Community School (East Bay Asian Youth Center) • 81% of students reported they feel motivated to learn in school. • 83% of students reported there is an adult who cares about them in this program. • 87% of students participated in activities that help them build positive relationships with their peers.

Manzanita Seed (East Bay Asian Youth Center)
• 70% reported that there is at least one adult in the program who cares about them. • 72% of surveyed students indicated that they had built positive relationships with their peers. • 74% of students reported feeling that they are part of the program.

Allendale Elementary (Girls Inc of Alameda County)
• 70% of 1st-5th grade participants completed a minimum of 1 DIBELS literacy assessment throughout the 2024-25 year.

International Community Elementary (Oakland Leaf Foundation) • 75% of students reported that the afterschool program is a safe and supportive space. • 75% of 5th grade students took on leadership roles or increased responsibilities within the program.

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Learning Without Limits (Oakland Leaf Foundation)
• 77% of students reported that the afterschool program is a safe and supportive space. • 77% reported increased confidence in participating actively in afterschool activities. • 69% of 5th grade students responded “yes” to the statement “I am learning how to be a leader in the afterschool program.”
Think College Now Elementary (Oakland Leaf Foundation)
• 91% of students indicated that the afterschool program is a safe and supportive space where they feel connected to their peers and supported by staff.
• 86% of students reporting a strong sense of belonging—feeling welcomed and valued by both peers and staff.
• 80% of students reported that they are learning how to be leaders in the afterschool program.

Photo courtesy of – Girls Inc of Alameda County

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Comprehensive School-Based Afterschool at Middle Schools: RBA Summary
Comprehensive School-Based Afterschool at Middle Schools FY 24-25 Funded Programs (n=14)

• Community School for Creative Education (Attitudinal Healing Connection) • Elmhurst United Middle School (Bay Area Community Resources) • Life Academy (Bay Area Community Resources)
• Madison Park Academy 6-8 (Bay Area Community Resources) • Frick United Academy of Language (East Bay Asian Youth Center) • Roosevelt Middle School (East Bay Asian Youth Center) • Urban Promise Academy (East Bay Asian Youth Center)
• Greenleaf (Bay Area Community Resources)
• Westlake Middle (Envisioneers Inc)
• West Oakland Middle (Girls Inc of Alameda County)
• Ascend (Oakland Leaf Foundation)
• Bret Harte Middle School (Oakland Leaf Foundation)
• Coliseum College Prep Academy (Safe Passages)
• United for Success Academy After School Program (Safe Passages) • Lazear Charter Academy (Ujimaa Foundation)
How Much Did We Do? How Well Did We Do It?

$1,500,000 investment

Youth Participants
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

14 programs funded Hours of
Service 818,333 708,683 87%

2,863 youth served Number of
Participants 1,780 2,863 161%

708,683 hours
of service provided

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Comprehensive School-Based Afterschool at Middle Schools

Is Anyone Better Off?
100% (14 of 14 programs) MET AT LEAST 1 of their outcomes by Q4 Site-Specific Reported Measurable Data
Elmhurst United Middle School (Bay Area Community Resources) • 80% of students reported feeling that there is an adult in the program who cares about them and supports their success in school.
• 100% of our community-building activities and family/community events reflect the diversity and cultures of our school community.

Madison Park Academy 6-8 (Bay Area Community Resources) • 85% of the youth agreed that they felt supported.

Frick United Academy of Language (East Bay Asian Youth Center) • 73% of students reported feeling more motivated to try harder in school. • 93% of students reporting that an adult in the program cares about them. • 84% of students reporting that they built positive relationships with their peers.

Roosevelt Middle School (East Bay Asian Youth Center)
• 81% of students reported feeling motivated to do well academically. • 89% of students said it’s important to get good grades. • 89% of students reported that there is an adult who cares about them in the program. • 81% of students reported that the program helps them build positive relationships with their peers.

Urban Promise Academy (East Bay Asian Youth Center)
• 75% of students who took the mid-year program survey reported feeling motivated to try harder in school.
• 79% reported there is an adult who cares about them in this program. • 75% of students reported they built positive relationships with their peers.

Ascend (Oakland Leaf Foundation)
• Over 75% of students reporting feeling connected to their peers and supported by staff. • Over 25% of 5th and 8th grade students took on leadership roles or increased responsibilities within the program.

Bret Harte Middle (Oakland Leaf Foundation)
• 48% of students responded “yes” to having had leadership opportunities such as serving as a teacher’s assistant, timekeeper, bathroom monitor, or helping younger students.

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Middle School Engagement, Wellness, & Transitions: RBA Summary Middle School Engagement, Wellness, and Transitions
FY 24-25 Funded Programs (n=5)

• East Oakland Boxing Association - After-school program (East Oakland Boxing Association) • FLY Middle School Program for Oakland Youth (Fresh Lifelines for Youth, Inc.) • West Oakland Initiative (WOI) (Lincoln)
• Elev8 Youth (Safe Passages)
• The Unity Council Latino Men & Boys Program (The Unity Council)

How Much Did We Do? How Well Did We Do It?

$710,000 investment

Youth Participants
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

5 programs funded Hours of
Service 80,887 59,873 74%

968 youth served Number of
Participants 475 968 204%

59,873 hours
of service provided

Is Anyone Better Off?
100% (5 of 5 programs) MET AT LEAST 1 of their outcomes by Q4 Site-Specific Reported Measurable Data
The Unity Council Latino Men & Boys Program (Refugee & Immigrant Transitions) • 83% of students participated in a wide array of experiential learning activities outside of the classroom including college visits, soccer scrimmages, and field trips to the movies and Great America.

West Oakland Initiative (Lincoln)
• 100% of the scholars reported an improved understanding of healthy problem-solving techniques. • 81% of the scholars reported feeling a stronger connection to their school. • 91% of the scholars reported that they feel there is at least one adult in the program who genuinely cares about them.
• 95% of the scholars reported an increased interest in completing middle school due to their participation in the WOI.
• 71% of the scholars indicated that their desire to complete high school has been significantly influenced by their involvement with the WOI.

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East Oakland Boxing Association (EOBA)
• 100% of youth engaged not only in academic programming but also in our full spectrum of health and wellness activities. These included boxing, dance, gardening, nutrition-based cooking classes, and mindfulness practices.
• Over the past year, 6 participants were accepted into a leadership program and 3 additional participants have become student body presidents.

FLY Middle School Program for Oakland Youth (Fresh Lifelines for Youth, Inc.) • 80% of our youth increasing school engagement.
• 80% of our youth achieved their individual goals surrounding school engagement. • 100% of our youth were promoted to the next grade level.

Photo courtesy of Safe Passages

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High School and Post-Secondary Student Success: RBA Summary High School and Post-Secondary Student Success
FY 24-25 Funded Programs (n=11)
• Youth Law Academy (Centro Legal de la Raza)
• College Track Oakland (College Track)
• SHOP 55 (East Bay Asian Youth Center)
• Knight Success: College Ready, Career Ready, and Community Ready (Oakland Kids First) • Oakland International High School: Newcomer Youth Wellness & Leadership Initiative (OUSD) • Student Engagement in Restorative Justice (Oakland Unified School District) • Newcomer Community Engagement Program (NCEP) (Refugee & Immigrant Transitions) • College & Career Performance Program (Student Program for Academic & Athletic Transitioning)
• Core Program (Tech Exposure & Access Through Mentoring Inc.) • Community Connections (The Center for Independent Living) • Emerge (The Mentoring Center)
How Much Did We Do? How Well Did We Do It?

$1,245,000 investment

Youth Participants
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

11 programs funded Hours of
Service 92,469 137,379 149%

3,650 youth served Number of
Participants 3,864 3,650 94%

137,379 hours
of service provided

High School and Post-Secondary Student Success

Is Anyone Better Off?
100% (11 of 11 programs) MET AT LEAST 1 of their outcomes by Q4 Site-Specific Reported Measurable Data
College Track Oakland (College Track)
• 91% of our High School scholars achieved a GPA of 3.0+. • 100% of Class of 2025 high school seniors were accepted into a four-year college. • 100% of Class of 2024 high school seniors matriculated to a two- or four-year college in Fall 2024.

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Community Connections (CoCo) (The Center for Independent Living) • 88% of youth across programs shared that they know better what their strengths are. • 100% said they know what they need help with.
• 100% said they can better speak up for and advocate for themselves. • 100% said CIL’s Youth Program content was accessible to, and adaptable for, youth in my classroom.
• 80% said they were engaged in CIL’s Youth Program.
• 100% said CIL’s Youth Program was valuable for students. • 80% showed increase knowledge of the program content. • 100% said they had opportunities to show their understanding of program content. • 100% increased their knowledge of CIL’s different programs and services. • 100% said CIL Youth Program staff were open to, and incorporated, teacher/educator feedback.

SHOP 55 (East Bay Asian Youth Center)
• 100% of mentors agree that the workshops improved their knowledge to support mentees academically, socially, and emotionally.
• 95% of mentors indicated that their ability to support mentees' mental health have improved. • 100% of mentees agree that their mentors respect their identity, values, and make them feel comfortable talking.
• 94% of mentees were satisfied with their overall experience in the program. • 83% of mentees agreed or strongly agreed that the program helped them feel more connected to their peers.
• 83% of goals established were achieved.
• 86% of mentees agree that being a mentee in the SHOP 55 Peer Mentoring Program has improved their mental health.

Knight Success: College Ready, Career Ready, and Community Ready (Oakland Kids First) • Placed 413 students in 365 stipended CastleWorks campus-based internships and 48 paid community-based internship placements.
• Coordinate with school staff to provide college tours and presentations for 101 students and a career fair for 96 attendees.
• Provided 218 Castlemont students with targeted academic support and interventions through Care Management for 56 youth; tutoring for 142 (84 of whom were international students); and Dual Enrollment participation by 20 students.

Newcomer Community Engagement Program (Refugee & Immigrant Transitions) • 92% of the players who began the year with SWB, finished the school year participating in the program.

Newcomer Youth Wellness & Leadership Initiative (Oakland Unified School District) • 81% reported that they feel their culture and identity is respected at OIHS all or most of the time. • 69% of participants said they have a trusted adult they can go to if they have a problem.

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Youth Leadership and Development: RBA Summary
Youth Leadership and Development
FY 24-25 Funded Programs (n=32)
• Alameda County Court Appointed Special
Advocates (Alameda County Health)
• Culture Keepers (American Indian Child
Resource Center)
• AYPAL: Building API Community Power (Asian
Pacific Environmental Network)
• Community Reading Buddies (Aspire
Education)
• Oakland Legacy Project (Attitudinal Healing
Connection)
• Sports & Recreation for Youth with
Disabilities (Bay Area Outreach & Recreation
Program, Inc.)
• Oakland SCORES (Bay Area SCORES)
• Writing at the Center (Chapter 510 Ink)
• Homies 4 Justice & Dream Beyond Bars
(Communities United for Restorative Youth
Justice)
• Project WHAT! (Community Works West)
• Dreamcatcher Youth Program (Dream Youth
Clinic)
• Destiny in Oakland Schools (Destiny Arts
Center)
• Rites of Passage (Dimensions Dance Theater)
• Lion's Pride (East Bay Asian Local
Development Corporation)
• Youth Leadership & Development Programs
K-8 (East Oakland Youth Development
Center)
• FLY Programs for Young Leaders (Fresh
Lifelines for Youth, Inc.)
• Peralta Hacienda Youth Programs (Friends of
Peralta Hacienda Historical Park)Climate
Justice Leadership Development (Frontline
Catalysts)
• Leadership In Diversity (LID) (Health
Initiatives for Youth) (HIFY)
• Kingmakers of Oakland Media Academy
(Kingmakers of Oakland)
• Youth Leadership NOW: Futures Visioning
through the Arts (Museum of Children's Art)
• Explorations in Music (Music Is eXtraordinary)
• Indigenous Youth Leadership Development
Program (Native American Health Center)
• REAL HARD Youth Leadership Program
(Oakland Kids First)
• Oakland Lacrosse: Leadership Development,
Academic Counseling, Wellness Education
(Oakland Lacrosse Club)
• Oakland Leaf Internship Program (Oakland
Leaf Foundation)
• LGBTQ Youth Leadership Program (Oakland
LGBTQ Community Center, Inc.)
• Discovery Science (Oakland Parks,
Recreation & Youth Development)
• Youth Beat: Media Arts & Leadership
Development (Oakland Public Education
Fund)
• Youth Program (Restorative Justice for
Oakland Youth)
• The Unity Council Latinx Mentoring &
Achievement Program (The Unity Council)
How Much Did We Do? How Well Did We Do It?

$4,645,347 investment

Youth Participants*
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

32 programs funded
Hours of
Service 450,824 414,876 92%

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6,047 youth served*
Number of
Participants 4,878 6,047 124%

414,876 hours
of service provided*
*One program never launched its services; thus, their
data is not included in this table.

Youth Leadership and Development

Is Anyone Better Off?
91% (29 of 32 programs) MET AT LEAST 1 of their outcomes by Q4 Site-Specific Reported Measurable Data
Community Reading Buddies (Aspire Education)
• 92% of Youth Mentors demonstrated growth in key social-emotional traits, including connection, confidence, and communication, as measured by their pre-program and post-program responses to our adapted Positive Youth Development Assessment.
• 85%+ of Youth Mentors demonstrated growth in their feelings of connection to Oakland and their specific communities after participating in Community Reading Buddies.

The Unity Council Latinx Mentoring & Achievement Program (The Unity Council) • 96% reported there was an adult on-campus they connected with and trusted. • 96% reported they felt fairly or very connected to their LMA specialist/teacher. • 100% reported their LMA specialist/teacher usually or always treated them with respect.

Oakland Leaf Internship Program
• 92% of respondents indicated that the workshops helped them build professional skills such as time management, advocacy, effective communication, email etiquette, classroom strategies, resume and cover letter writing, public speaking, healthy relationships, and career awareness. • 100% of interns reported that they felt they were learning how to be a leader in their community.

FLY Programs for Young Leaders (Fresh Lifelines for Youth, Inc.) • 61% increase in personal professional skill-building. • 57% increase in leadership and advocacy experience.
• 88% of youth report having hope for the future.
• 100% of youth report having access to role models.
• 88% of youth report a higher likelihood of healthier choices. • 100% of youth report having a desire to make positive changes. • 100% of youth report having confidence to resist negative peer pressure. • 100% of youth report having the ability to not break the law. • 71% are matriculating to the next grade, graduating high school, or earning a GED.

Youth Beat Media Arts & Leadership Development (Oakland Public Education Fund). • 89% of our students reported the program quality to be “Excellent” or “Good." • 83% of students reported that they were proud of the work they produced in the program. • 71% of students reported that they became more comfortable working with a team since joining the program.

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Peralta Hacienda Youth Programs (Friends of Peralta Hacienda Historical Park) • 72% report increased comfort with sharing opinions.
• 72% report feeling connected to the community.
• 84% of youth reported that adults in the program told them what they were doing well. • 86% of participants felt they had opportunities to talk about what they learned. • 72% of youth reported feeling more comfortable sharing their opinions. • 94% agreed that they get to try new thing.
• 84% felt they were told what they did well.
• 86% had chances to talk about what they learned.
• 90% were satisfied with how the program was run.
• 72% felt more comfortable sharing their opinions.
• 72% felt more connected to their community.

REAL HARD Youth Leadership Program (Oakland Kids First) • Youth reported the top leadership skills gained were relationship-building (84%), planning (77%), presenting/public speaking (77%), and collaboration (73%).

Oakland Lacrosse: Leadership Development, Academic Counseling, Wellness Education (Oakland Lacrosse Club)
• 87% felt connected to their teammates.
• 85% reported that their lacrosse community allows them to be my authentic self. • 84% reported that their teammates care about theme and make them feel important. • 88% reported that when their team has given them feedback about their performance they know it was because they wanted them to succeed.
• 87% reported that they believe they can perform on and off the lacrosse field. • 86% report that they are motivated to perform on and off the lacrosse field.

Oakland SCORES (Bay Area SCORES)
• 78% showed improvements in their aerobic capacity and 20 (8%) showed results suggesting their maintained their aerobic capacity.
• 95% said that "In SCORES I have a coach who cares about me." • 82% said that SCORES helps me believe I can make a difference in my community.

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Summer Academic and Enrichment and Summer Youth Employment:

RBA Summary
Summer Academic and Enrichment/Youth Employment
Oakland Summer Youth Employment
• Oakland Youth on the Move Summer
Program (Lao Family Community
Development, Inc.)
• Summer Jobs for Successful Futures (The
Youth Employment Partnership, Inc.)
• Trybe Summer Job Program (Trybe Inc)

Summer Academic & Enrichment
• Camp ANV (Acta Non Verba: Youth Urban Farm
Project)
• Camp Destiny (Destiny Arts Center)
• Pre-Collegiate Academy (East Bay Consortium
of Educational Institutions, Inc)
• EOYDC Summer Cultural Enrichment Program
(East Oakland Youth Development Center)
• Kinship Summer Youth Program (Family Support
Services)
• Concordia (Girls Inc of Alameda County)
• Oakland Freedom Schools (Lincoln)
• Oakland Fine Art Summer School (Oakland
Parks, Recreation & Youth Development)
• Summer Circus and Academic Program
(Prescott Circus Theatre)
How Much Did We Do? How Well Did We Do It?

$1,161,000 Investment

$861,000 Academic & Enrichment +
$300,000 Youth Employment
Youth Participants
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

12 programs funded

9 Academic & Enrichment +
3 Summer Youth Employment
Hours of
Service 154,596 154,359 100%

1,274 youth served Number of
Participants 1,252 1,274 102%

154,359 hours
of service provided

Is Anyone Better Off?
Site Specific Reported Measurable Data
Summer Jobs for Successful Futures (The Youth Employment Partnership, Inc.) • 148 youth received case management.
• 145 youth received development training.

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• 149 received job readiness training.

Oakland Youth on the Move Summer Program (Lao Family Community Development, Inc.) • 71 youth attended the annual youth leadership summit. • 112 received post placement support.
• 112 received job coaching.
• 112 received job orientation.
• 112 received employment placement.
• 112 received mock interview.

Photo courtesy of Destiny Arts Center

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Violence Prevention Programming: RBA Summary
Violence Prevention Programming

• Health, Wealthy, Wise (The Youth Employment Partnership, Inc) • TMC's Transformative Youth Violence Prevention Program (The Mentoring Center) • Teens on Target (Youth ALIVE!)
How Much Did We Do? How Well Did We Do It?

$655,000 investment

Youth Participants
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

3 programs funded
Hours of
Service 16,201 24,267 150%

340 youth served
Number of
Participants 189 340 180%

24,267 hours
of service provided

Is Anyone Better Off?
100% (3 of 3 programs) MET AT LEAST 1 of their outcomes by Q4 Site-Specific Reported Measurable Data
Teens on Target (Youth ALIVE!)
• 63% of students surveyed stated that in the last six months, they have helped resolve or mediate a conflict that would have otherwise led to a fight or violence. • 60% of middle school students say they would talk a friend out of carrying a gun after the TNT workshops compared to 37% before receiving our curriculum, a 23% increase. • While 76% of students already recognized the negative impacts of joining a gang or claiming a turf before TNT, that number rises to 88% after our curriculum, a 12% increase. • We even see a modest six percent increase in students’ belief that guns do not make them safer, from 24% to 30%, after participating in TNT.
• 100% of seniors graduated on time.

Healthy Wealthy Wise (The Youth Employment Partnership, Inc.) • 2 trainees received their NCCER (a construction industry recognized credential) and 1 trainee received their Certified Restaurant Professional (CRP) (a culinary industry recognized credential). • 129 young adult and youth trainees completed 150 services hours throughout the program year. • 19 young adult trainees were placed in unsubsidized jobs. • 100% of dropouts were re-enrolled in school and 47% obtained their high school diploma. • 100% of students remained in school.

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Career Access and Employment for Opportunity Youth: RBA Summary
Career Access and Employment for Opportunity Youth

• Bridges from School to Work (Bridges from School to Work, Inc.) • Siblings on the Rise Economic Empowerment Program (Young Women's Freedom Center) • Civicorps’ Conservation Career Pathways Program (Civicorps) • Youth Apprenticeships for Economic Empowerment (First Place for Youth) • Oakland Youth Industries Exploration Program (Lao Family Community Development, Inc.) • Comprehensive Job Training and Employment Program for Oakland Opportunity Youth (New Door Ventures)
• Life and Career Roadmap Program (Safe Passages)
• Oakland Career Connections (The Youth Employment Partnership, Inc.) • YU Career & Education Program- Job Training and Placement (Youth UpRising) How Much Did We Do? How Well Did We Do It?

$1,660,000 investment

Youth Participants
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

9 programs funded

Hours of
Service 87,212 111,972 128%

713 youth served Number of
Participants 525 713 136%

111,972 hours
of service provided

Is Anyone Better Off?
89% (8 of 9 programs) MET AT LEAST 1 of their outcomes by Q4 Site-Specific Reported Measurable Data
Comprehensive Job Training and Employment Program for Oakland Opportunity Youth (New Door Ventures)
• Youth achieved a rate of job readiness of 90% for enabling conditions, 87% for building assets, and 93% for promoting agency.
• 64% were employed at program exit.

Oakland Youth Industries Exploration (Program (Lao Family Community Development, Inc.) • 100% of youth completed the job readiness workshop.

Youth Earn-and-Learn for Economic Empowerment (First Place for Youth) • 64% youth enrolled in HSD/GED/PSE.

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• 73% of youth made progress within HSD/GED/Post-Secondary Education.

Siblings on the Rise Economic Empowerment Program (Center For Young Women's Development)
• 90%+ of the goals youth identified with their life coaches in their life self-determination plan were obtained.
• 90%+ of youth completed their training and paid apprenticeships.

Civicorps’ Conservation Career Pathways Program (Civicorps) • 6 OFCY Youth attained their Class C Permits.
• 62% participants who exited the program were successful or neutral.

Oakland Career Connections (OCC) (The Youth Employment Partnership, Inc.) • 52% obtained a high school diploma.
• 67% obtained an industry credential.
• 100% had measurable skill gain.
• 82% completed community service (reduced employment barriers).

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Career Access and Employment Youth in School: RBA Summary Career Access and Employment for Youth in School

• Health Excellence & Academic Leadership-Healthcare Internship (Alameda Health System) • Pathways to College and Career Success for Oakland's High School Students through Genesys Works (Genesys Works Bay Area)
• The Hidden Genius Intensive Immersion (Hidden Genius Project Inc) • Program Exploring College, Career, and Community Options-ECCCO (Oakland Unified School District)
• Fuego Entrepreneurship & CNC Design Career Academy (The Crucible) • Media Education and Employment Pathway (Youth Radio Media) How Much Did We Do? How Well Did We Do It?

$995,000 investment

Youth Participants
Projected Actual % of Level
Achieved

6 programs funded

Hours of
Service 149,298 104,780 70%

942 youth served Number of
Participants 1,017 942 93%

104,780 hours
of service provided
Is Anyone Better Off?
50% (3 of 6 programs) MET AT LEAST 1 of their outcomes by Q4 Site-Specific Reported Measurable Data
Health Excellence & Academic Leadership-Healthcare Internship (Alameda Health System) • 76% of students surveyed indicated that they strongly agreed or agreed with the statement, "Because of HEAL, I have a clearer idea of my career path." • 77% of students had a clearer idea of the education path they need to pursue their career goals. • 86% of students indicated that participating in HEAL gave them a clearer idea of these educational requirements.
• 90% of students surveyed indicated that they strongly agree or agree with the statement, "Because of my participation in HEAL, I am more motivated to pursue my education seriously." Pathways to College & Career Success for Oakland’s High School Students via Genesys Works • 93% successfully completed their internship.
• 100% graduated from high school.
• 100% pursuing post-secondary education (81% in a four-year college or university and 19% in a two-year college).

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Lessons Learned

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Strengths and Successes
Youth Empowerment, Leadership, and Voice
Across OFCY programs, youth are consistently positioned as leaders, decision-makers, and active contributors to their communities rather than passive recipients of services. Programs intentionally create structured and informal opportunities for young people to shape program activities, set priorities, and influence outcomes. Youth voice is amplified through public speaking engagements, advocacy efforts, leadership workshops, youth advisory bodies, and community events, where participants are encouraged to
share their perspectives, lived experiences,
and ideas for change. By centering youth
perspectives and elevating their voices in both
program design and public-facing spaces,
OFCY-funded initiatives foster confidence,
agency, and a sense of ownership, while
strengthening youths’ capacity to contribute
meaningfully to community well-being and
local decision-making.

Highlights of these efforts include:
• Youth participate in structured leadership roles, including youth advisory boards, peer mentoring, junior coaching, and student councils.
• Leadership development is embedded across program models, including violence prevention, environmental justice, and creative arts initiatives. • Youth are
supported to take
ownership of
projects, contribute
to program design,
and represent their
communities.

Photo courtesy of Asian Pacific Environmental Network

“I'm grateful to the students before
me that did this work. I did not know
how much work this [Youth Vote]
was. But it's pretty rewarding to see
folks be able to vote since they have
been waiting for so long.”
-OFCY Youth Leadership
Program Participant

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Community, Family, and Cultural Connections
Community engagement and family involvement are foundational strengths across programs.

Family nights, cultural celebrations, showcases, and parent workshops foster strong connections between youth, caregivers, and the broader community. Cultural pride and identity development are intentionally woven into programming through storytelling, arts, and heritage celebrations such as Juneteenth, Black History Month, Día de los Muertos, and Lunar New Year. Creative and performing arts—including filmmaking, music, dance, fashion design, and media arts—offer powerful platforms for self-expression, confidence building, and community connection.

Strong partnerships with schools, community organizations, and local businesses further enhance program reach
and impact. These
collaborations expand
resources, deepen
community ties, and
create meaningful
opportunities for youth
to showcase
achievements, celebrate
milestones, and
experience a strong
sense of belonging.

Highlights of these
efforts include:
• Family-centered activities such as family nights, showcases, cultural celebrations, and parent workshops deepen caregiver engagement.
• Programs address basic needs through
food distributions, clothing closets, and
parenting resources, supporting family
stability.
• Cultural pride and identity development
are embedded through arts, storytelling,
and heritage celebrations.
• Creative and performing arts offer youth
meaningful platforms for self-expression
and community connection.
“I admire how the staff always
includes everyone. They made me
feel welcome when I was new. And
they are always kind. I love how
they encourage people when they
feel down.”
-OFCY Youth Leadership
Program Participant

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Holistic Academic, Career, & College Readiness and Support Programs provide comprehensive academic and postsecondary readiness supports that address both immediate educational needs and long-term career pathways. Through tutoring, academic coaching, and structured college-readiness programs, OFCY sites support youth in meeting A-G requirements, navigating financial aid, completing applications, and preparing for postsecondary success.

Career exploration and workforce
development are embedded through
internships, job readiness training, resume
building, and exposure to professional
environments. Partnerships with schools,
higher education institutions, and employers
expand access to mentorship, real-world
work experiences, and career pathways.

These integrated supports ensure youth are
equipped with the skills, knowledge, and
confidence to pursue higher education and
meaningful employment.

Highlights of these efforts include:
• Tutoring, academic coaching, and structured
college readiness programming support
progress toward A–G completion and graduation.
• Workforce development opportunities include internships, paid work experience, resume building, and exposure to professional environments.
• Partnerships with schools, higher education institutions, and employers expand access to mentorship and career pathways.
“I am very grateful for the
support my mentor, co-workers,
who I now consider friends, staff,
teachers, and family, have given
me. I am also thankful for their
guidance throughout this very
hectic year, as I am applying for
college and I am part of many
other responsibilities.”
-OFCY Career Access
Program Participant
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Prioritizing Well-Being, Basic Needs, Resources, and Inclusive Supports Programs prioritize social-emotional learning, mental health, and overall wellness by creating safe, affirming environments where youth feel supported, valued, and understood. Activities such as wellness circles, mindfulness practices, restorative justice circles, counseling, and support groups help youth build emotional regulation, resilience, and coping strategies. Physical wellness is reinforced through sports, fitness programs, nutrition education, and health workshops that promote lifelong healthy habits. Programs also address basic needs through food distributions, clothing closets, and parenting education, reinforcing stability and trust.

Special attention is given to historically underserved populations, including immigrants, refugees, LGBTQ+ youth, and families experiencing housing or food insecurity. Programs provide culturally responsive services, legal consultations, advocacy workshops, and mental health resources, ensuring inclusive access and affirming spaces where youth can bring their full identities, especially during current challenging times. This holistic approach strengthens emotional well- being while reducing barriers to participation and engagement.

Highlights of these efforts include:
• Social Emotional Learning activities, such as wellness circles, mindfulness, restorative practices, and counseling, foster emotional regulation and resilience. • Programs promote physical health through sports, fitness activities, nutrition education, and healthy
lifestyle
workshops.
• Targeted
supports address
the needs of
marginalized
populations,
including
immigrants,
refugees,
LGBTQ+ youth,
and families
experiencing
housing or food
insecurity.
• Safe, affirming spaces enable youth to express themselves, build trust, and access needed resources.

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Challenges

Programs Should Continue to Prioritize Trauma-Informed Support During Challenging Times for Oakland Families
Major stress and challenges are prevalent among participants, particularly for those programs serving vulnerable
populations. Many children, youth, and their families face high levels of trauma, mental health issues, and emotional stress, often
stemming from
external
factors such as
immigration-
related challenges, community violence, and
family instability. Additionally, ensuring
student safety from threats like human
trafficking and gang violence has been a
priority for some OFCY programs. Parent
engagement is another critical aspect of social
and emotional well-being, as some programs
struggle to involve families in their initiatives,
thereby hindering students’ progress.

Strategies to Overcome this Challenge
To address these challenges, programs have implemented healing circles and connected with mental health resources to support families experiencing emotional stress and trauma recovery. They have also worked to build trust with families through communication and advocacy, ensuring that students receive the support they need both at home and in the community.

Resource Restraints Hinder Smooth Program Functioning
Resource constraints, including space limitations, transportation barriers, and, at times, funding delays, are significant challenges for many programs. Some programs have faced construction- related space issues, while others have struggled with student transportation due to safety concerns with public transport and have exhausted supplemental funds for transportation services. Other security concerns include break-ins and theft at a few program sites, which have disrupted operations and forced staff to adapt their instructional methods. “Post the election, there has
been much fear and confusion as
to what is going to happen, and
we have seen an increase in the
need for mental health services.

We are connecting with local
partners to promote their
services and workshops, as we
know many of our families are
being impacted."

-OFCY Provider

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Strategies to Overcome this Challenge

Programs have addressed these challenges
by partnering with local organizations,
advocating for dedicated transportation
positions, and reconfiguring available spaces
to maximize efficiency. Many organizations
have worked closely with school
administrations to resolve scheduling and
space conflicts, invested in additional
technology resources (such as Zoom
platforms to offer hybrid programs), and
implemented security measures to protect
their facilities.

Participant Engagement and Retention is a Persistent Challenge Student engagement and retention challenges are among the most frequently mentioned issues across various programs. Many students struggle with consistent attendance due to competing commitments, lack of interest, and waning motivation throughout the school year. For example, programs reported declining attendance, especially during transitions back to in-person activities.

Other programs describe disruptive behaviors among some students, potentially due to boredom that complicate engagement efforts for other participants.

Strategies to Overcome this Challenge

Programs have implemented strategies such as creating engaging events, offering stipends, and introducing new activities, such as coding classes, to retain students. Additionally, programs have focused on
building
relationships
with
students,
surveying students about current interests,
providing youth leadership opportunities to
help design and develop new programs, and
tailoring activities to student interests.
“It would be great if we
could have even more
learning programs, or if
they change the programs
they offer, or ask us what
we want, like adding chance
classes or cheer.”

-OFCY participant
“Just getting the students safely
to our site each day has been a
challenge...due to these safety
concerns, our transportation
services to and from the program
were in higher demand this
summer. This extra demand made
it harder to provide
transportation for the enhanced
programs we had planned.”

-OFCY Provider

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Conclusion

The substantial and diverse range of
programs, services, and activities
facilitated by the Oakland Fund for
Children and Youth (OFCY) has greatly
contributed to the holistic and healthy
development of the children, youth, and
families throughout the City of Oakland.

From enriching afterschool support to
career-readiness and employment
support to engaging in community
service projects, these experiences not
only enhanced participants’ knowledge base but also instilled valuable life skills and a sense of civic responsibility. Celebrations, sporting events, and various group activities fostered teamwork, physical fitness, and a strong sense of community among participants. The cumulative effect of these initiatives is evident in the strengthened social connections and opportunities for belonging they created. This comprehensive approach underscores OFCY's commitment to nurturing children and youth from birth to 21 years old into healthy, happy, educated, engaged, powerful, and loved community members throughout the City of Oakland.

Photo courtesy of Aspire Education

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Appendix 1: Collaborative Partners

1951 Coffee Company
18 Reasons
A Better Way, Inc
Acta Non Verba Urban Farm
Alameda County Community Food Bank
Alameda County First 5
Alameda County Flood Control
Alameda County Health
Alameda County Office of Education
Alameda County Probation Department
Alameda County Public Health Department
Alameda County Social Services
Alameda Family Services
Alameda Recreation and Park Department
Albany Berkeley Soccer Club
Alliance for Girls Partnership
Alternatives in Action High School
America Scores
Anti Police Terror Project
Anu Taranath
Arise High School
Ascend Middle School
Asian Health Services
Attitudinal Healing Connections program
AYPAL
Bananas
BART Summer Job Program
Bay Area Air Quality District
Bay Area Community Resources
Bay Area Urban Debate League (BAUDL)
BEAM
Berkeley City College
Betti Ono Foundation
Black Alliance for Just Immigration
Blackfeet Nation
Blaze Consulting Group
Boost West Oakland Mentoring Program
BORP Adaptive Sports and Recreation
Boys and Girls Club
Brenkwitz
Bret Harte Middle School
Bunche Academy
Burns Institute
Cal-SOAP
CalBright College
California CASA Association
California College of the Arts (CCA)
California Invasive Plant Council
California Natural Resources Agency
California State Coastal Conservancy
California Waste Solutions
Career Centers at Fremont
Career Roadmap Program
Career Technical Education Summer Institute
Carmen Flores Park Center
Casey Family Services
Castlemont High School
Center for Independent Living (CIL)
Centro Legal
Child Mind Institute
Circus program
City of Oakland Human Services Department
City of Oakland Parks and Recreation
Civicorps
Claremont Middle School
Clem Miller Environmental Education Center
Cloudflare
Coffee Company
College of Alameda
Coliseum College Prep Academy
Common Vision
Communities for a Better Environment
Community Connections Program
Community Futures School
Community Kitchens
Community Outreach Outdoor Program
Community Reading Buddies
Community Works
Conservation Program
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
Create the Space
CURYJ
Cycles of Change
Darryl Reed
Daughters of the American Revolution
Destiny Arts Center

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Dewey Academy
Diversity in Health Training Institute - SIDRA
Program
Dream Youth Clinic
Early Educator Apprenticeship Program
Early Intervention Services
East Bay Agency for Children
East Bay Asian Youth Center
East Bay Community Law Center
East Bay Regional Parks District
East Bay Sanctuary Covenant
East Oakland Boxing Association
East Oakland Youth Development Center
Education for Change Family Leadership Council
Edutainment for Equity
Ella Baker Center
Elmhurst Unified Middle School
EMS Corps
Encinal Swim Center
Environmental Traveling Companions
Envisioneers
Eunice Law Foundation
Expanded Learning Elementary Sports Program
FACES for the Future
Fairyland
Family Pathways
Family Violence Law Center
FC Peralta Garden Club
First Tee Golf Program
Fred Finch Youth and Family Services
Freedom School
Fremont Bank
Fremont High School
Frick Academy Middle School
Friends of Lincoln Square
Genentech
GetEmpoweredAll
Girls and Boys Mentoring Program
Girls Inc
Golden Gate National Park Services
Golden Gate University
Harbor House
Hayward Adult School
Hayward Unified School District
Head Start
Health and Human Resources Education Center
HealthPATH
Healthy Havenscourt Collaborative
Help Me Grow
Highland Hospital
Housing & Homelessness Services
Ignite Reading Program
January Social Club
Justice Institute
Juvenile Justice Center
Kapor Center
Kenneth Rainin Foundation
Kidpower
Kindergarten to College
Klasey Consulting LLC
Knight Success College
La Clinica de la Raza
La Escuelita Elementary School
La Femme Voyage LLC
Laney Gateway to College
Lao Family Foundation
Latino Soccer Club
Latitude High School
Lawrence Livermore National Labs (LLNL)
Lend A Hand Foundation
Life Academy
Lights On After School
Lincoln Families
Lions Creek Crossing Family Resource Center
Los Positas College
Madison Park Academy
Manzanita Community School
Marina Security
McClymonds High School
Mentoring in Medicine & Science
Merritt College
MetWest High School

MISSSEY
MLK Oakland Public Library
Moja Counseling and Consulting Services
Multilingual Achievement Program
Nate Dunstan, Program
National Association of Climate Resilient Hubs
Planners
National Basketball Association - Math Hoops
Native American Health Center
Native American Student Development Center
NEST Program at Fremont High School
Netswitch Inc

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New Door Ventures Program
New Roots Program
Newcomers English Language Learner
Next Door Youth Services
Oakland Athletics (MLB)
Oakland Bloom
Oakland Chinatown Coalition
Oakland Chinatown Improvement Council
(OCIC)
Oakland Education Association (OEA)
Oakland Family Resource Center
Oakland Goes Outdoors
Oakland Head Start
Oakland High School
Oakland Housing Authority
Oakland International High School
Oakland Kids First
Oakland Lacrosse Club
Oakland LEAF
Oakland Literacy Coalition
Oakland Marathon X
Oakland Promise
Oakland Public Library
Oakland Roots (Soccer)
Oakland Symphony
Oakland Technical High School
Oakland Technology Education Center
Oakland Unified School District – Office of Equity
Oakland Workforce Development Board
Oakland Young Adult Program
Oakland Youth Commission
Oakland Youth Vote Coalition
Oakland Zoo
Oaklands Free Summer Food Program
Oakland Athletic League
Oceltol Training Partnership
One Land One People Youth Center
Options Recovery Services
Original New York Hot Dogs
OUSD ECCCO Program
OUSD Music Department
OUSD Refugee and Newcomers Program
Parent University
Pars Equality Center
Peer Health Institute
Peralta Community College District
Piedmont Garden Club
Pixar Studios
Planting Justice
Point Reyes National Park
Point Reyes National Seashore Association
Prescott Circus
Prescott Elementary School
Presidio Visitor Center
Project ANAR
Project Pride
Queer adoption attorneys
Quest Community School
Rainbow Club
Randy Porter, the Music Department
Reach Ashland Youth Center
Restorative Justice for Oakland Youth (RJOY)
Room to Bloom
Roosevelt Middle School
Roots Community Health
RYSE Center
Sacramento State University
Safe Passages
San Francisco 49ers
San Francisco Giants
San Francisco State University
San Francisco Unified School
San Jose State University
Self Drafted, LLC
Seneca Family of Agencies
Set to Thrive
Side By Side
Silicon Valley Education Foundation
Skyline High School
SLUSD Lincoln High School

SOAC LLC
Social Club
Social Justice Partnership
Sogorea Te Land Trust
Spark Girl Empowerment, Inc
Spark Point
Standing on a Cloud LLC
Story Center
Street Academy School
Studio One
Tandem
Tech Foundation
The Alameda County EMS Agency
The Barrios Trust

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The Berkeley School
The Betti Ono Foundation
The Holistic Health Program
The Mentoring Center
The Unity Council
The Youth Employment Partnership
Through the Looking Glass
Tiny Techs
UC Berkeley Beading Program
UC Berkeley Native American Student
Development Center
UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital
Unidos US/Escalera Partnership
Upward Roots
Urban Promise Middle School
Urban Strategies Council
Village Connect
Warriors Foundation
Waterside Workshops
West Coast Children's Clinic
West Oakland Environmental Impact Project
(WOEIP)
West Oakland Middle School

YMCA EAST BAY
Youth Mental Health Academy (YMHA)
Yonus Sports Program
Youth Alive
Youth Leadership Council
Youth Making History
Youth Organizing Council
Youth Uprising

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Endnotes

i Public Profit completes an annual evaluation for Oakland Unified School District (OUSD) after-school programs. Reports can be found at https://www.ousd.org/expanded-learning/after-school-enrichment-programs/after-school/evaluation-reports ii https://www.ousd.org/expanded-learning/after-school-enrichment-programs/after-school/evaluation-reports iii OFCY Strategic Investment Plan 2022-2025
iv U.S. Census Bureau. (2023). American Community Survey Demographic and Housing Estimates. Retrieved from https://data.census.gov/
v Oakland Community Stressors Index (2024): https://www.oaklandca.gov/resources/oakland-community-stressors-index vi City of Oakland's Department of Transportation (OakDOT) Geographic Equity Toolbox:
https://www.oaklandca.gov/Community/Community-Development/Neighborhood-Improvement/Geographic-Equity-Toolbox vii Francis K., Wilson, S. J., Hyra, A., Weiss, C. & Norvell, J. (2020). Improving programs for children and youth that address behavioral problems: Recommendations for aligning programs with evidence on core components. Office of the Assistant Secretary for Planning and Evaluation, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.