Boys And Girls Club Of South Oakland County

Metro Detroit Youth Clubs MDYC Program Service Accomplishments in 2022 Social & Mental Health Support Specific Measurements and Accomplishments 1. Clients Served: MDYC provided social recreation and mental health support to over 900 youth ages 6-18 and their families addressing critical needs resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. 2. Days of Care Provided: Throughout 2022 MDYC offered consistent social and mental health support services adapting quickly to the shifting landscape caused by health concerns. Youth gathered in-person in three MDYC locations that were permitted to reopen fully in September 2022. 3. Number of Sessions or Events Held: In response to the pandemic MDYC developed a virtual platform to ensure uninterrupted support. This platform hosted numerous sessions including virtual social activities mental health workshops and family engagement events. Specific session counts included multiple weekly virtual gatherings mental health check-ins and social recreation activities designed to engage youth and provide emotional support. 4. Material Support: MDYC issued various online resources guides and newsletters to help families navigate the challenges posed by the pandemic. These publications included tips for maintaining mental health engaging in virtual social activities and accessing additional support services. Activity Objectives Short-Term Objectives: Immediate Social and Mental Health Support: To provide essential social interaction and mental health resources during the COVID-19 pandemic. This included virtual social recreation activities and mental health workshops aimed at maintaining emotional well-being and reducing feelings of isolation. Adaptation to Virtual Platforms: To quickly adapt existing programs to a virtual format ensuring that youth and their families continued to receive critical support despite the inability to meet in person. Long-Term Goals: Sustained Mental Health and Social Well-Being: To foster long-term mental health and social well-being for the youth served by MDYC. The goal is to create resilient individuals who can navigate future challenges with strong mental health and social support networks. Strengthening Community Connections: To build lasting connections within the community leveraging virtual platforms to reach more families and provide ongoing support beyond the pandemic. Continuous Improvement of Services: To continually improve and expand the range of social recreation and mental health services offered incorporating feedback from participants to better meet their evolving needs. By focusing on these objectives MDYC not only addressed the immediate social and mental health needs brought on by the pandemic but also established a foundation for ongoing support and community resilience. The shift to virtual platforms ensured that all participants received the necessary support fostering a sense of community and well-being even during challenging times. With the return to in

Metro Detroit Youth Clubs MDYC Program Service Accomplishments in 2021 CIVIC ENGAGEMENT & CAREER DEVELOPMENT Specific Measurements and Accomplishments 1. Clients Served: MDYC provided leadership programs focused on civic engagement and career development to over 250 youth ages 12-18. 2. Days of Care Provided: Leadership programs were conducted consistently throughout the year ensuring ongoing support and development opportunities for participants. Programs varied in frequency including daily monthly and quarterly. 3. Number of Sessions or Events Held: MDYC organized numerous sessions including workshops seminars and interactive events. These included: Workshops on civic engagement topics such as race relations economic opportunities and social justice. Special events and panels addressing current civic issues providing a platform for youth to discuss and engage in meaningful dialogue. MDYC partnered with the local OMEGA Chapters to expand mentoring opportunities for our MDYC male Club members. Activity Objectives Short-Term Objectives: Immediate Civic and Career Development Support: To provide youth with the knowledge skills and platforms needed to engage in civic matters and prepare for future careers. This included addressing significant issues related to race economic opportunity and the uncertainties of growing up in todays world. Safe Space for Dialogue and Learning: To create a safe and supportive environment where youth can openly discuss civic issues share experiences and learn from each other and community leaders. Long-Term Goals: Empowered and Engaged Citizens: To cultivate a generation of informed engaged and empowered citizens who are equipped to address and advocate for social justice and economic opportunities in their communities. Career Preparedness: To ensure that youth are well-prepared for their future careers through ongoing mentorship skills development and exposure to various professional fields. Sustained Community Impact: To foster long-term community engagement and leadership ensuring that the youth served by MDYC continue to contribute positively to their communities and influence positive change. By focusing on these objectives MDYC not only provided immediate support and development opportunities for youth but also aimed to create lasting impacts on their civic engagement and career readiness. Our youth counted on MDYC as the safe place to address the significant civic issues facing them related to race economic opportunity and growing up in an uncertain time. The combination of regular workshops mentorship programs and special events ensured that participants received comprehensive support and guidance helping them navigate the challenges of growing up and preparing them for future success.

Metro Detroit Youth Clubs MDYC Program Service Accomplishments in 2022 Emergency Support In 2022 MDYC provided emergency food and clothing support to over 500 families each with an average household size of 4 totaling approximately 2,000 individuals. The emergency support was offered twice during 2022 ensuring periodic relief for families in need. MDYC partnered with Champion clothing to distribute nearly $500,000 in new clothing to he MDYC community in a one-day distribution event that also engaged the broader community.