Title
Resolution to Accept and Appropriate the 2019 Foster Grandparent Program Grant through the Corporation for National and Community Services
Purpose
PURPOSE/BACKGROUND:
The purpose of this resolution is to accept and appropriate Federal grant funds and contributions to permit continuation of the Foster Grandparent Program through the Corporation for National and Community Services.
The Hampton Department of Social Services was awarded the first Corporation for National and Community Services ("CNCS") grant in 1972 and has since been received in each subsequent year (See Hampton City Council File No. 17-0253; Resolution adopted August 9, 2017).
Discussion:
CNCS is an independent, federal grant - making government agency, whose mission is to improve lives, strengthen communities, and foster civic participation though services and volunteers. For nearly 20 years, CNCS through its programs; Senior Corps, Ameri Corp, Volunteer Generational Fund ("VGF") and Social Innovation Fund ("SIF") has helped to engage millions of citizens in meeting community and national challenges through services and volunteer action. CNCS provides grants to national and local non-profits, schools, government agencies, faith-based and other community organizations, and other groups committed to strengthening their community through volunteering.
The Senior Corps incorporates the long standing Foster Grandparent Volunteer Program. The foster grandparents are role models, mentors and friends to children with exceptional needs. The program provides a way for volunteers 55 and over to stay active serving children and youth in their communities. Where personal attention helps our young people mature, gain confidence, and become full and productive members of society. The Foster Grandparent Program on the Peninsula has served the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Williamsburg and the counties of York and James City since 1972.
Continuation of the Peninsula Foster Grandparent Program...
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