F4K NC Graduation Project & Rural Expansion

Organization:

Futures for Kids, Inc.

Amount:

$46,628.30

Program Area:

Open Grants Program

County of Applicant:

Wake

Year:

2008

Description:

The purpose of this Golden LEAF grant is to support Futures for Kids (F4K) with its innovative program to leverage the Internet to enable middle and high school students to explore careers and allow businesses to connect with and nurture their future workforce. The program provides career counseling and mentoring otherwise not available to students. F4K has successfully piloted its program in 23 NC counties. Golden LEAF funds will be used to expand the program into additional economically distressed counties.

Contact:

Ms. Susan Milliken800 St. Mary's StreetSuite 304Raleigh, North Carolina 27605(919) 875-8885

Areas Served:

Statewide

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