Who Qualifies for Community Service Training in New Hampshire?
GrantID: 13279
Grant Funding Amount Low: $10,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $100,000
Summary
Grant Overview
Community Service Training for Youth in New Hampshire
New Hampshire faces a unique blend of workforce and civic engagement challenges as youth unemployment stands at around 12%. Many young people lack opportunities for meaningful engagement, leading to disconnection from their communities. As the state’s population ages, the need for a skilled, engaged younger workforce becomes increasingly critical, particularly in rural and underserved communities where participation in community service projects can significantly differ due to limited access to programs.
Youth who most often face these challenges include those from low-income households, as well as students who have dropped out of school or lack a clear career direction. In New Hampshire, the disparities in community service opportunities often correlate with geographic locationyouth in urban areas may have more easy access to volunteer programs compared to those in rural towns.
The funding initiative seeks to develop training programs focused on community service and volunteerism for New Hampshire's youth. Through hands-on experiences, participants will cultivate leadership, project management, and teamwork skillscritical competencies sought by employers. Impact will be measured through completed community projects and participation rates to assess how involvement correlates with later employment success.
In addition to improving personal development among youth, the initiative addresses the state’s need for engaged citizens who contribute positively to their communities. Unlike neighboring states such as Vermont and Maine, which have different community engagement models, New Hampshire's approach emphasizes skills training as a pathway to employment while simultaneously enhancing community cohesion and service.
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