Explanation
This ordinance authorizes the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with Legacy Youth Sports Academy (dba Legacy Youth Academy), a local non-profit organization, in support of their Exposure Is Key Initiative.
The Exposure is Key Initiative is a program aimed at providing underprivileged youth within the City of Columbus with a unique opportunity to expand their horizons beyond their immediate neighborhoods, instilling in them a broader perspective of the world and themselves. This visionary endeavor serves to strengthen community and familial bonds, offering students invaluable, hands-on experiences that are essential for preparing them to function effectively as global citizens in the 21st century.
This initiative underscores the fundamental belief that increased exposure broadens the horizons of young minds, nurturing their potential for growth and self-realization. Participating youth will embark on a journey to visit a diverse array of culturally enriching destinations, including museums, parks, historical landmarks, and colleges. These experiences are thoughtfully designed to educate youth, equipping them to emerge as well-rounded and enlightened adults.
The Exposure is Key initiative is expected to impact 150 youth between the ages of 6 and 15.
Funding will support participation fees, travel, lodging, tutoring, and other associated supplies and services for the students.
Emergency action is necessary to ensure the organization receives financial support in a timely manner, with the initiative’s student experience and travel beginning on December 2, 2023.
Fiscal Impact: Funding is available within the Job Growth subfund.
Title
To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with Legacy Youth Sports Academy, dba Legacy Youth Academy, in support of the Exposure Is Key Initiative; to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Jobs Growth subfund; and to declare an emergency. ($20,000.00)
Body
WHEREAS, Legacy ...
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