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2010-2011 United Way of Kershaw County Community Care Council Priorities
EDUCATION
Increase the graduation rate to 95% by 2018 (graduation rate is defined as earning a diploma or GED within 5 years of beginning 9th grade)
2 year goals:
- Strengthen families to support education
- Secure 150 mentors to work with high risk students that are identified by schools
- Increase school readiness by 10%
- Establish after school programs support educational success
Indicators:
Reading on grade level, attendance, discipline – (track 5K, 3rd, 5th, 7th,9th and 11th grade)
INCOME
Reduce by ½ the number of financially unstable working families by 2018
2 year goals:
- Increase awareness of resources and agencies that are available
- Provide education on budgeting, financial planning and other related topics
- Develop a mentoring program using the resources identified above
Indicators:
Track the progress for folks in poverty in 2 groups: 18-49 and older than 50.
HEALTH
Increase by 20% the number of healthy adults and children by 2018
2 year goals:
Increase health of KC residents by providing education resources and increased participation in the following areas:
- Healthy diet and eating habits
- Increasing physical activity
- Avoiding risky behaviors (alcohol/tobacco,/drug use)
- Decrease teen pregnancies
- Increase wellness activities/screenings
Indicators:
Diabetes rates, teen pregnancies, rec. dept. participation, decreased obesity rates.
BASIC NEEDS
End homelessness and hunger in Kershaw County and provide a safe environment for folks to live on a temporary basis.
2 year goals:
- Assess, identify and locate the needs of the hungry and homeless
- Update, publish and distribute resource directory
Indicators:
HUD homeless count, Food Stamp, Soup Kitchen, Food Bank, Free/reduced Lunch data
Addressing Crisis Needs and Increasing Self-sufficiency
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