At Project Self-Sufficiency, we believe that single-parents should have the opportunity to create a vibrant future for themselves and their children. Every day, we partner with moms and dads living in poverty to accomplish their goals of obtaining a degree and a well-paying job, because when families are able to support themselves, our community is stronger. Since 1986, Project Self-Sufficiency has been creating pathways for low-income, single parent families in Larimer County who are struggling to make ends meet and break the cycle poverty. From educational development and career planning to adequate child care access and housing, the program is a comprehensive resource providing everything a single parent needs to become self-sufficient: career planning, education and training, remove barriers, promote family health, encourage self advocacy, and prevent poverty. Current program capacity is 137 families.
At Project Self-Sufficiency, we believe that single-parents should have the opportunity to create a vibrant future for themselves and their children. Every day, we partner with moms and dads living in poverty to accomplish their goals of obtaining a degree and a well-paying job, because when families are able to support themselves, our community is stronger. Since 1986, Project Self-Sufficiency has been creating pathways for low-income, single parent families in Larimer County who are struggling to make ends meet and break the cycle poverty. From educational development and career planning to adequate child care access and housing, the program is a comprehensive resource providing everything a single parent needs to become self-sufficient: career planning, education and training, remove barriers, promote family health, encourage self advocacy, and prevent poverty. Current program capacity is 137 families.
The primary goal of Project Self-Sufficiency is to enhance the potential for families to become self-sufficient through the provision of state of the art career planning; comprehensive services and supports that remove barriers and promote the completion of education and training goals; and model career placement processes that assist single parents in securing living wage employment.
What are your strategies for making this happen?
Objectives necessary to complete these goals include the following: • The development of a one-on-one, long term relationship with a highly skilled Advisor• Completion of a comprehensive career planning curriculum within the first twelve months • Development of a Self-Sufficiency Action Plan that outlines annual objectives • Support for a family's basic needs through the Transportation Fund, Housing Fund, Mental Health Fund, Child Care Assistance program, scholarships, tutoring, and community partners• Guidance through an intensive career placement curriculum to maximize employment options• Opportunities to enhance life skills through individual advisement, workshops, and counseling• Community outreach and education regarding the needs of single parents
What are your organization's capabilities for doing this?
Project Self-Sufficiency evaluates its evidence based practices using data gathered from a variety of sources. Individual level data is recorded following each Advisory meeting in a database management system that allows evaluators to create customized reports and analyze results at any point in time. This evaluation tool provides key information about areas of strength and areas for growth at the individual level as well as at the agency level. Data gathered includes:Services Provided: During monthly meetings, Advisors provide a wide range of services based on individual needs including crisis counseling and problem solving, information and referrals to area resources, advocacy with agencies and systems, and information and support with applying for programs that help remove barriers such as transportation, child care, scholarships, public benefits, etc.
How will your organization know if you are making progress?
Self-Sufficiency Matrix Scores: The Advisor assesses each program Participant at intake, bi-annually, and at exit using an agency developed Self-Sufficiency Matrix. The Self-Sufficiency Matrix uses a 5 point scale to measure individual and family status in key indicators related to poverty and single parenthood including: Income, Employment, Housing, Food, Childcare, Children's Education, Adult Education, Legal, Health Care, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Support Network, Transportation, Safety/Domestic Violence and Job Skills. Education and Employment Data: Data about education status, credit completion, GPA, employment status, and income are recorded as updates occur.
What have and haven't you accomplished so far?
Current program capacity is 137 single parent families countywide. Eligible single parents must demonstrate income at or below 185% of the poverty level; one or more children aged 13 or younger living with her or him 60% or more of the time; and a need for the services of Project Self-Sufficiency. The average number of children per PS-S family is two. 97% of single parents enrolled are mothers and 3% are fathers. 72% of program participants are Caucasian, 21% are Latina, 1% African American, 3% are Asian – Pacific, 1% Middle Eastern, and 2% identify with more than one ethnic group. Expected program results for 2016 are: 1) 50% of Participants receiving services will be engaged in education or training 2) Participants will complete 80% of agreed upon number of education credits 3) 80% of Participants will improve Self-Sufficiency Matrix scores 4) 10 Participants will secure employment in their career fields
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All data for Financial Performance Metrics calculations was provided by Project Self-Sufficiency of Loveland-Fort Collins on recent 990s filed with the IRS.
All data for Financial Performance Metrics calculations was provided by Project Self-Sufficiency of Loveland-Fort Collins on recent 990s filed with the IRS.
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