"This program is bringing about life-changing improvements for Alabamians, particularly those who live in remote areas," ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell said in a press release about the Alabama middle-mile grants.
Without the grant, the organization can't build capacity for more outreach or volunteer support. It also means we may not have the opportunity to expand programming to new schools or youth sites.
"We cannot do it alone," said DVP Chief Holly Joshi, noting that DVP life coaches provide direct case management to people at the highest risk of engaging in gun violence, but that "we need the wraparound support that only community-based organizations can provide."