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HomeMy WebLinkAboutApplications_Child Development Resource Center DEI 2022 ApplicationDiversity, Equity and Inclusion 2022-2023 GRANT FUNDING FOR HIGH IMPACT DE&I PROJECTS Pl e ase provi de al l re que ste d i nformati on be f ore submi tti ng your appl i cati on. Please be as spe cific as possible ! I f accommoda on or assistance is n eed ed in co mple ng this A pplica on, or if a paper ve rsion is prefe rre d, ple ase contact (805) 781-7100 or D EI@slocity.org Organization Name :* Y e ar Establishe d:* Fiscal Age nt, if diffe re nt than abov e :* Tax ID #:* Docume nt Ce rtifying Fe de ral Tax-Exe mpt status, if applicable Name of Exe cutiv e Dire ctor (or highe st le ade rship position) Approximate Annual Budge t: M ajor Source s of Funding: M ission State me nt: Numbe r of paid staff (full- or part-time ): Numbe r of v olunte e rs: Name of Board Pre side nt or Chair: Organizational Le ade rship Chart * PART 1: APPLICANT INFORMATION The San Luis Obispo Child Development Resource Center 1971 The San Luis Obispo Child Development Resource Center 237111804 CDRC 501(c)(3).pdf 749.46KB Michelle Holm 1,345,000 CA Department of Education, CA Department of Social Services, County of San Luis Obispo, City of San Luis Obispo, Community Foundation of San Luis Obispo, In-N-Out Burger Foundation, Central Coast Funds For Children The San Luis Obispo Child Development Resource Center’s mission is to provide therapeutic early childhood education and mental health programs that focus on protecting children through our commitment to heal, support, and strengthen families within San Luis Obispo County for the prevention and treatment of child abuse in all of its forms. 28 25 Michael Passarelli 2022-23 Organizational Chart.pdf 419.39KB Name of Pe rson comple ting this Application: Organization M ailing Addre ss:* Phone :* E-mail:* Brie fly de scribe your organization’s mission, primary activ itie s, and ope rating structure s. Michelle Holm City San Luis Obispo State / Province / Region CA Postal / Zip Code 93401 Country San Luis Obispo Street Address 1720 Bishop Street Address Line 2 805-544-0801 Michelle@ChildrensResource.org De scribe the community(ie s) your organization supports. Name of DE&I Proje ct * Est. numbe r of pe ople se rv e d through this proje ct:* Est. numbe r of SLO CITY RESIDENTS se rv e d through this proje ct * The San Luis Obispo Child Development Resource Center (CDRC) has been serving San Luis Obispo County's most vulnerable families for 51 years. Founded in 1971, CDRC has served over 12,000 children and families by implementing our mission: To provide early childhood education and therapeutic programs that focus on protecting children through our commitment to heal, support, and strengthen families within SLO County for the prevention treatment of child abuse in all of its forms. CDRC provides therapeutic childhood education (ages 2-5) and mental health services to strengthen families with diverse backgrounds and incomes. Our children often suffer from the effects of poverty, homelessness, domestic violence, child abuse, parental addiction, mental health disorders, and developmental delays. By assessing children early and providing developmental, nutritional, and therapeutic interventions, children have a much higher chance of success and long-term growth in the regular school environment. Our Early Education Program is divided into four classrooms: two toddler rooms, a preschool room, and a prekindergarten room. The teaching staff uses Frog Street Curriculum a comprehensive, research-based, bilingual curriculum featuring a strong social-emotional component. All classrooms provide regular assessments and focus on school readiness as children prepare to enter kindergarten. Our Nutrition Program that is prepared on-site and delivers 80% of each child’s daily nutritional needs including breakfast, lunch, and a wholesome snack. Through our Child and Family Play Therapy Program, CDRC supports parents and their children with coping skills and overall development. Through this process, staff works directly with children and families to develop new ways to resolve conflicts, form healthy relationships, and enhance academic development. Mental Health services, coupled with the implementation of therapeutic individualized case plans, provide structure and consistency for the child in their natural environment. Case plans include correcting undesirable behaviors, evaluating developmental progress, and implementing interventions to improve desired results at school and home. Our program is based on the direct needs of the children and families we serve and provides services, which meet the Children's Service Networks' SAFE model for effective and quality programs and in conjunction with the California Department of Education's (DOE), Child Development Program Title V, California Code of Regulations. We have earned special commendations as an exemplary early prevention and intervention program from the California State Department of Education for our unique "wrap around" child development/mental health and family services, and for outstanding community support and involvement in the program. We have also been awarded “Best in SLO” for childcare for the last three years in a row. The CDRC team is managed by the Chief Executive Officer, Program Director, and Clinical Supervisor. Our Board of Directors provides fiscal oversight, sets administrative and program policy, assists with fundraising, and manages the CEO. The Center is licensed for 83 children and open weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. rear round. Please be specif ic in the population and geographic area. CDRC serves a very high-needs population from Nipomo to Paso Robles. Of the children enrolled 67% are Hispanic, 28% are Caucasian, and 5% are African American, 39 students are limited English proficient; 15 children have exceptional needs, 43 have a mental health diagnosis, and numerous children are “at risk” due to abuse or neglect. All children qualify for free or reduced childcare due to income and/or referrals because they are considered at risk for abuse or neglect. 82% of our clientele reside within the City of San Luis Obispo. PART 2: PROJECT INFORMATION Child and Family Play Therapy 150 Total Proje ct Cost:* AM OUNT OF CITY FUNDING REQUESTED:* De scribe your propose d proje ct or program. De scribe the community the proje ct will support. 115 180,000 15,000 Specify w hat the requested f unds w ill be used f or, the need for this project, the number of people impacted. Include a project plan, if available. Funds from the SLO City Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Grant will allow our therapy team to expand services, work with an additional 20 clients annually, and better serve the San Luis Obispo Community. Last fiscal year CDRC provided therapeutic services to 144 residents of San Luis Obispo County, 78% of those clients live in the City of San Luis Obispo. We continually have a wait for our therapy program and are seeking partnerships to expand services. The $15,000 requested will increase access to mental health services in San Luis Obispo County by directly funding 500 hours of therapy to help better assist our underserved populations. During the proposed timeframe: • 100 children will receive therapeutic early child development services. • 140 parents will receive family strengthening services. • 100 families will receive case management and resource referrals. • 175 SLO County residents will receive group, individual, and/or family therapy o 50 children will receive individual and family therapy sessions. o 50 children will receive in-class rehabilitation services. o 75 children will receive social skill group therapy sessions. o 75 parents will receive family therapy and parenting support. De scribe the e quity gaps and community ne e ds this proje ct will addre ss. Specify the population, location of services provided, and any other identif iers your proposed project w ill support. CDRC has been providing early education and mental health services to families for 51 years right here in the City of San Luis Obispo. The children and families we serve are considered at risk and in need of support: single parents, those affected by drug abuse, pre-natal addiction, domestic violence, child abuse, homelessness, poverty, sexual abuse, or more. CDRC is the only early education and play therapy program in San Luis Obispo County specializing in play-based treatment services, therapeutic parental instruction, abuse prevention, and support for at-risk children who have trauma and/or substance abuse- related behavioral, emotional, and developmental delays. Through play therapy, we strengthen parent- child attachment and the family's coping skills. No other local agency provides these services in one location and offers long-term support services which refer children/families for support, tools, and resources to function/thrive in other academic settings beyond our early education programs. Of the children enrolled 67% are Hispanic, 28% are Caucasian, and 5% are African American, 39 students are limited English proficient; 15 children have exceptional needs, 43 have a mental health diagnosis, and numerous children are “at risk” due to abuse or neglect. While research proves the long-lasting, positive effects of preschool for all children, appropriate instruction at an early age is critical for children suffering the effects of abuse and trauma. These children are stressed, and fighting for self-preservation which typically shows up as ongoing, escalating negative behaviors due to a lack of appropriate adult attachment, parenting, and structure in their lives. By assessing children, and providing early social-emotional developmental, early education, and nutritional interventions, children have a much higher chance for success and long-term growth in the regular school environment. Children ages 0-8 years old are among the highest in recurrence of maltreatment in San Luis Obispo County according to the latest SLO County Health Assessment. The rate of substantiated child abuse cases in San Luis Obispo County was 11.4 per 1,000, higher than both the state and the national averages. This study also reported one in 13 children in California has had a serious emotional disturbance (SED) that could interfere with home, learning, or social interactions with others equating to approximately 6,700 children in SLO County under age 18 in need of mental health services. There are 14,813 children ages 0-5 in San Luis Obispo County according to the most recent Census estimates. Using the health assessments 13% figure, there are 1,925 children in the 0-5 age range in need of mental health services here in San Luis Obispo County. According to KidsData.org, only 60.7% of children who need mental health services in San Luis Obispo County are receiving them. Therapy for children ages 0-5 is almost nonexistent. Currently, Martha’s Place and CDRC are the only organizations that provide mental health services for this age group and both agencies have limited therapy staff and waiting lists for children to be seen. Risk factors for children whose trauma goes untreated include attachment and post-traumatic stress disorder, attention deficit, depression, abuse reactive anxiety, compulsive behavior, oppositional and conduct disorders, prenatal substance abuse effects, and developmental learning disabilities. If left unattended, these risk factors can significantly affect normal growth and development costing hundreds of thousands of dollars for local communities. In the table below briefly list 2-3 methods of evaluation and indicators of success or measurable outcomes. M e thods of Ev aluation Indicators of Succe ss / M e asurable Outcome s In the chart below, identify any partnerships/collaborations that are supporting this project, and their roles. Name of Partne r Activ ity/Se rv ice The y Prov ide for This Proje ct Prov ide the time line for this propose d proje ct. The Child Development Resource Center’s vision is to make San Luis Obispo County a better place by ensuring the children and families we serve are successful and flourishing in life. From a therapy perspective, we know that strong families are resilient families and we work with families to identify their needs. The Center conducts a survey of needs upon entry and annually to ensure we are best meeting the needs of our families. We also have a Parent Advisory Committee to help shape policy. San Luis Obispo County faced a childcare crisis before COVID-19. With childcare facilities closing and classroom size restrictions, families are struggling to find childcare. Without appropriate, affordable, early childhood education many parents, but especially low-income parents may not be able to work. This further perpetuates the cycle of poverty, domestic violence, and mental health issues. Combining early childhood education and mental health support addresses these issues. In light of the growing need for Mental Health Services in our County, CDRC had already been reinventing our Therapy Program. In October 2020 we partnered with a local Universities to expand our Community Client Program. Trainees worked under the guidance of our Clinical Director to support additional children and families with Mental Health Services. When requests for services skyrocketed during the onset of COVID-19, CDRC added an additional part-time therapy position in order to help additional families. Our therapy team also added telehealth options, virtual parenting classes, and virtual support groups. With the addition of telehealth sessions, our parent participation in family therapy has tripled. We foresee this expansion to be permanent as the need has been steady within our community. Example : # of BIPOC serving on public boards, committees Child Development Assessment Tracking Example: 10% increase by end of 2021 85% of children improve developmental assessments scores Example : # of BIPOC serving on public boards, committees Therapist Case Notes Example: 10% increase by end of 2021 90% of clients can apply learned coping strategies Example : # of BIPOC serving on public boards, committees Therapist Exit Notes Example: 10% increase by end of 2021 75% of clients graduate out of needing services Example: ABC Business Cal Poly Masters Program Example: Free Use of Space f or Weekend Classes Intern Therapist for weekly social group sessions Example: ABC Business Antioch University Masters Program Example: Free Use of Space f or Weekend Classes Intern Therapist for weekly individual and family sessions Example: ABC Business University of Massachusetts Global Masters Program Example: Free Use of Space f or Weekend Classes Intern Therapist for weekly individual and family sessions .Our Child and Family Play Therapy project is ongoing. Children and families cycle in and out of service as needed and requested. Children are assessed for medical necessity upon intake and at scheduled intervals to determine progress and reevaluate treatment plans. Through this grant, CDRC is seeking to increase the level of services provided by our Therapy Program. We continually have a waiting list of clients, we are looking to provide services to additional clients and expand the variety of services offered to families. The staff to serve the additional clients has already been hired and is ready to add additional clients. De scribe your plan for sustainability be yond the City’s one -ye ar award funding, if applicable . Using the table below, please provide a broadly-itemized budget for your project, including the source of any matching funds. Ite m De scription *Total Cost *Amount Prov ide d by City Funds * Amount of Othe r Funds and Source of Funding * 1 2 3 4 5 6 *During application review , you may be asked for f urther f inancial information or f or proof of any matching f unds De scribe the plan for promoting this proje ct within the City of San Luis Obispo. How will you highlight the City's support of your proje ct? By signi ng thi s applicaon, I ce rfy that the i nformaon containe d w i thin is true and corre ct to the be st of my know l e dge . I agre e to comply w i th the re quire me nts of the Ci ty of the San Lui s Obispo. Name of Pe rson comple ting this Application:* Signature * CDRC is committed to offering free therapy services to children and families. CDRC’s longstanding Therapy Program is supported by various contracts, grants, donors, fundraisers, and community partnerships. In order to sustain this increased level of service, we will be broadening our grant base, and increasing public awareness and support. PART 3: PROJECT COST / BUDGET Therapy Staff Labor Costs 144,705.60$15,000.00$129,705.60$ In Kind Trainee Therapist Labor 25,000.00$0.00$25,000.00$ Documentation System 1,800.00$0.00$1,800.00$ Professional Development Training 1,200.00$0.00$1,200.00$ Play Therapy Materials 1,500.00$0.00$1,500.00$ Parent Education Event Supplies 1,500.00$0.00$1,500.00$ PART 4: AWARENESS AND VISIBILITY Our Center is located on Bishop Street in San Luis Obispo. 82% of or clientele are San Luis Obispo residents. All families are informed of their access to CDRC Therapy Program upon enrollment. We also send out flyers, and emails and the availability of our therapy program is listed on our website. The center staff is in constant communication with families and recommends the advantages of our Therapy Program as needed. CDRC partners with a variety of County agencies that are aware of our programs and refer clients for services regularly. CDRC will highlight the City’s involvement in our Therapy Program through our website and social media accounts. We will also list your logo on any pamphlets, flyers, or newsletters. PART 5: CERTIFICATION Michelle Holm Title :* Date :* CEO 8/30/2022 Internal Revenue Service Department of the Treasury P. O. Box 2508 Cincinnati, OH 45201 Date: December 4,2OO1 Person to Contact: Michelle Jones 31-07675 Customer Service Specialist San Luis Obispo Child Development Center Toll Free Telephone Number: 1720 Bishop St. B:00 a-m. to 9:30 p.m. Esr San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-4691 877-829-5500 Fax Number: 513-263-3756 Federal ldentification Number: 23-71118O4 Dear Sir or Madam: This letter is in response to your request for a copy of your organization's determination letter. This letter will take the place of the copy you requested. Our records indicate that a determination letter issued in May 1971 granted your organization exemption from federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Intemal Revenue Code. That lefter is still in effect. Based on information subsequently submitted, we classified your organization as one that is not a private .,rfoundation within the meaning of section 509(a) of the Code because it is an organization described in jections s09(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). This classification was based on the assumption that your organization's operations would continue as stated in the application. lf your organization's sources of support, or its character, method of operations, or purposes have changed, please let us know so we can consider lhe effect of the change on the exempt status and foundation status of your organization. Your organization is required to file Form gg0, Return of Organization Exempt from Income Tax, only if its gross receipts each year are normally more than $25,000. lf a retum is required, it must be filed by the 1 sth day of the fifth month after the end of the organization's annual accounting period. The law imposes a penalty of $20 a day, up to a maximum of $10,000, when a return is filed late, unless there is reasonable cause for the delay. All exempt organizations (unless specifically excluded) are liable for taxes under the Federal Insurance Contributions Act (social security taxes) on remuneration of $100 or more paid to each employee during a calendar year. Your organization is not liable for the tax imposed under the Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUrA) Organizations that are not private foundations are not subject to the excise taxes under Chapter 42 of the Code. However, these organizations are not automatically exempt from other federal excise taxes. Donors may deduct contributions to your organization as provided in section 170 of the Code. Bequests, -,-.legacies, devises, transfers, or gifts to your organization or for its use are deductible for federal estate and ift tax purposes if they meet the applicable provisions of sections 2055, 2106, and 2522 of the Code, San Luios Obispo Child Development Center 23-7111804 Your organization is not required to file federal income tax returns unless it is subject to the tax on unrelatedbusiness income under section-s-l1 of the Code. lf your organization is subject to this tax, it must file anincome tax return on the Form gg0-T, Exempt organization Business Incom! Tax Return. In this letter, weare not determining whether any of your organizaiion's present or proposed activities are unrelated trade orbusiness as defined in section 513 of the Code The law requires you to make your organization's annual return available for public inspectaon without chargefor three years after the due date of the retum. lf your organization had a copy of its application forrecognition of exemption on July 15, 1987, it is alio required to makb availabll ror puotic inspection a copy ofthe exemption application, any supporting documents and the exemption letter to any individ'ual who requestssuch documents in person or in writing. You can charge only a reasonable fee for reproduction and actualpostage costs for the copied materials. The law does not require you to provide copies of public inspection 9ogyTgnF that are widely^available, such as by posting them on the Intemet (Wortd Wicte'Web). you maybe liable for a penalty of $20 a d-ay for each aay you do not make these documents available for publicinspection (up to a maximum of $10,000 in thetise of an annual retum). Because this letter could help resolve any questions about your organization's exempt status and foundation^status, you should keep it with the organization's permanent records. lf you have any questions, please call us at the telephone number shown in the heading of this letter. This letter affirms your organization,s exempt status. -2- Sincerely, A"*g@e*,(// John E. Ricketts, Director, TSGE Customer Account Services CDRC Organization Chart Business Operations Manager Rocio Duarte Nutritionist Viridiana Ramos Janitor Martha Sanatana Associate Therapist Emily Walters Family Advocate Norma Chavez Executive Director Michelle Holm Program Director Kali Coleck Clinical Director Conrad Mendoza Preschool Lead Natalie Davis Program Manager Sonja Quintana Board of Directors President: Michael Passarelli Tresurer: Susan Dier Secretary: Karen Prewett Trydyn Meachum Mike Dier Jeff Buttler Nicole Valentine Teacher(s) Vanessa De La Cruz Teacher(s) Samara Smith Lori Anderson Social Skills Groups Cal Poly Interns Teacher(s) Robin Litwin Sammantha Ellstrom Samantha Rogers Behavioral Rehab Specialist Rose brownridge Pre-K Lead Kyle Hodges Teacher(s) Keenan North Shelley Davis Cassidy Olson Toddler 1 Lead Tresha Sanchez Toddler 2 Lead Isabella Costa 8/29/2022 C:\Users\Michelle\Dropbox\Development\Grants 2022-2023\Required Docs\CDRC Organizational Chart 08.29.22