Galaxy Star Drug Awareness / Nashville Peacemakers
Programs
Budget
$2,500.00
Description
Filling a large gap in the social services system, the one-of-a-kind Mothers Over Murder (M.O.M.) program provides support and encouragement to women (and a few dads) who have lost loved ones to senseless acts of violence in our city. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of the month, beginning at 6:30 p.m., at several locations around Nashville. Affected parents are always warmly welcomed and, as they're ready, walked through the stages of grief in ways that only those who have "been there" can do. Women further along in the healing process also act as advocates in the community for peaceful resolution to disputes and the rights of grieving parents to answers and justice.
Program Areas Served
None
$2,500.00
Description
Filling a large gap in the social services system, the one-of-a-kind Mothers Over Murder (M.O.M.) program provides support and encouragement to women (and a few dads) who have lost loved ones to senseless acts of violence in our city. The group meets on the first and third Thursday of the month, beginning at 6:30 p.m., at several locations around Nashville. Affected parents are always warmly welcomed and, as they're ready, walked through the stages of grief in ways that only those who have "been there" can do. Women further along in the healing process also act as advocates in the community for peaceful resolution to disputes and the rights of grieving parents to answers and justice.
Program Areas Served
None
Budget
$4,750.00
Description
(Girls 12-16 years old) Targeting girls during their most vulnerable teenage years, Back to Basics helps prepare them for womanhood during six consecutively running weekly meetings. The girls are engaged in guided discussions, taught basic life and coping skills, and receive hands-on support as they work through difficult experiences at home, at work and among their peer group. No two groups are alike; they flexibly meet the needs of participants (limited to 10 girls per session). Parents and grandparents are periodically involved to provide consistency between program lessons and expectations at home. The volunteers who assist the trained Back to Basics facilitator are are all background-checked, pre-screened to ensure their sensitivity to the realities and needs of the girls, and attend orientation to go over program goals and the importance of constructive listening. A key focus of the program is equipping young females for adult responsibilities, finding them meaningful and legitimate employment and otherwise setting them on a path to a healthy, happy life.
Program Areas Served
None
$4,750.00
Description
(Girls 12-16 years old) Targeting girls during their most vulnerable teenage years, Back to Basics helps prepare them for womanhood during six consecutively running weekly meetings. The girls are engaged in guided discussions, taught basic life and coping skills, and receive hands-on support as they work through difficult experiences at home, at work and among their peer group. No two groups are alike; they flexibly meet the needs of participants (limited to 10 girls per session). Parents and grandparents are periodically involved to provide consistency between program lessons and expectations at home. The volunteers who assist the trained Back to Basics facilitator are are all background-checked, pre-screened to ensure their sensitivity to the realities and needs of the girls, and attend orientation to go over program goals and the importance of constructive listening. A key focus of the program is equipping young females for adult responsibilities, finding them meaningful and legitimate employment and otherwise setting them on a path to a healthy, happy life.
Program Areas Served
None
Budget
$4,750.00
Description
(Boys 12-16 years old) Created for boys at risk for gang involvement and being victims of violence, Back to Basics pulls no punches in guiding participants toward self-awareness and healthy alternatives. During six consecutively running weekly sessions, participants are engaged in dialogue about what it takes to be a man, father and be successful in love and life. The curriculum includes tutoring, as needed, in reading and math, as well as hands-on training in the construction trade. As with Bask to Basics, volunteers assisting the trained facilitator are are all background-checked, pre-screened to ensure their sensitivity to the realities and needs of the boys, and attend orientation to go over program goals and the importance of constructive listening. A key focus of the program is equipping adolescent boys for adult responsibilities by increasing their employ ability, developing their work ethic and giving them the fundamental skills (e.g., financial planning) to act on available
Category
Youth Development - Youth Development, General/Other
Beneficiaries
Adolescents
At-Risk Populations
Program Areas Served
None
$4,750.00
Description
(Boys 12-16 years old) Created for boys at risk for gang involvement and being victims of violence, Back to Basics pulls no punches in guiding participants toward self-awareness and healthy alternatives. During six consecutively running weekly sessions, participants are engaged in dialogue about what it takes to be a man, father and be successful in love and life. The curriculum includes tutoring, as needed, in reading and math, as well as hands-on training in the construction trade. As with Bask to Basics, volunteers assisting the trained facilitator are are all background-checked, pre-screened to ensure their sensitivity to the realities and needs of the boys, and attend orientation to go over program goals and the importance of constructive listening. A key focus of the program is equipping adolescent boys for adult responsibilities by increasing their employ ability, developing their work ethic and giving them the fundamental skills (e.g., financial planning) to act on available
Category
Youth Development - Youth Development, General/Other
Beneficiaries
Adolescents
At-Risk Populations
Program Areas Served
None
Budget
$28,500.00
Description
This program has evolved over the past few years out of need in the community. Through this program we are able to meet needs of community members in the areas of rent, food, utilities, medical expenses and other expenses.
Category
Community Improvement, Capacity Building -
Beneficiaries
Children
Black/African American
Women and girls
Program Areas Served
37208, 37209
$28,500.00
Description
This program has evolved over the past few years out of need in the community. Through this program we are able to meet needs of community members in the areas of rent, food, utilities, medical expenses and other expenses.
Category
Community Improvement, Capacity Building -
Beneficiaries
Children
Black/African American
Women and girls
Program Areas Served
37208, 37209
CEO/Executive Director/Board Comments
| All programs are offered in high risk areas and neighborhoods to remove barriers for participation. Every year, we run programs: Straight Talk for boys, Back to Basics for girls, Off the Street Make a Beat for those with interest in music and Moms Over Murder to support moms who lost their children to violence. Our volunteers work with small groups of at-risk youth, providing life-skills and guidance, supporting each of them as they grow into future leaders not failure statistics. Recently we attended an event at the Center for Non Profit Management where we learned there simply aren't enough programs for at-risk youth, especially boys BEFORE they get into trouble. We are changing that to make a difference on purpose. We believe that every child has the potential for greatness, all they need from us adults is guidance, support, love and respect that comes without any preconceived judgement. |
