State Alliance of Michigan YMCAs

MDE Grant: The Alliance coordinates and supports 26 YMCAs in 131 program sites to deliver academic enrichment programs during out of school time. Program sites were selected by free and reduced lunch data in their communities. Programming was aimed to support children emerging from school closure during COVID to prepare them for a successful return to the classroom. 17,295 children we received out of school time programming through this grant program.

HOST: The Alliance supports 23 YMCAs worked with 98 before and/or afterschool program sites. Seventy-six percent of program sites operated within school buildings and twenty-four percent operated at YMCAs or other community locations. Seventy-four percent were located in a high-need area where at least 50 percent of youth were eligible for free or reduced-price school meals. A total of 5,855 students have enrolled in the before and/or after school programs to date, 75% of the projected enrollment of 7,823 students for the school year. The Alliance is the fiduciary of the funds allocated by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services.

Youth in Government (YIG): Is a civic education program for middle and high school students. The State Alliance YIG staff partners with schools throughout Michigan, supporting teacher advisors to meet with groups of students in a school club setting. The program teachers students to write mock bills and educates them on all aspects of the legislative process and promotes lifelong civic engagement. The Alliance provides financial assistance to schools and students for their registration fees for the program (approx. 90% scholarship). Student participants are selected by teacher advisors to participate in the program. 1400 youth were served during this year long program.

Evidence based health interventions and hub educational services