Fort Worth Connect

Programs

1. Program: Lets Connect: Gun Violence & Career Development High School Students is a collaboration of local organizations focused on creating a holistic approach to providing support for individuals and families to address the rise in gun violence and youth involved shootings. Targeted zip codes are 76104 76105 76112 and 76119 the outcomes were increased sense of belonging leadership skills purpose self-confidence self-identity and confidence and concept. Which gave the teens future envisioning through boosting skill development and exposure to opportunities for career and business pursuits. These students learned Leadership skills empowering them with career development skills to keep a job and reduced economic incentives criminal activity. The financial support received in 2024 made it possible for 30 high school students at a cost of $1,465 each to have access to much needed resources.

   $43,943 spent
   46% of program spending

2. Akachi Adventures program for Middle School students focused on bonding and conflict resolution through Sport Fishing Kayaking and Water Safety activities serving underprivileged communities with a history of conflict. The program based at Akachi Ranch aimed to develop outdoor skills promote cooperation and provide real-world service opportunities with support from Fort Worth I.S.D. Cook Childrens Hospital Sigma Organization 4H and Unity Healing Camps. Fort Worth Connect in collaboration with Akachi Ranch provides resources and tools that promote healthy lifestyle changes and boost self-esteem through a tailored curriculum offered by licensed counselors and social workers worked with 30 middle schoolers with traumatic experiences domestic violence car wreck victims children of incarcerated parents loss of family member to build resilience within their personal lives.

   $51,286 spent
   54% of program spending

The 2 programs described on its FY2024 Form 990-EZ. Program spending in total: $95,229.