Grant made by the Cowlitz Indian Tribe through the Cowlitz Tribal Foundation Clark County Fund
BRUSH PRAIRIE – Rocksolid Community Teen Center has been awarded a $35,000 Operational Grant made by the Cowlitz Indian Tribe through the Cowlitz Tribal Foundation Clark County Fund.
The funds will provide funding for the position of a digital outreach manager, with the goals of increasing visibility, and expanding the center’s capacity to serve more youth by developing additional resources and partnerships with businesses, nonprofit organizations, donors and volunteers.
“We are honored and inspired in partnering with the Cowlitz Indian Tribe through the Cowlitz Tribal Foundation so together we can make an impactful difference in future generations,” said Marcy Sprecher, executive director of Rocksolid Community Teen Center. “It brings our team so much confidence and pride that our goal in reaching and serving more youth is just as vital and important to the Cowlitz Indian Tribe.”
“The Cowlitz Tribal Foundation is proud to support Rocksolid Community Teen Center in their efforts to create a safe and empowering space for youth in Clark County. Thank you to the team at Rocksolid for everything you do to support our next generation of change-makers.” – Cowlitz Tribal Foundation
To learn more about the Cowlitz Indian Tribe visit their website https://www.cowlitz.org/our-giving
Rocksolid Community Teen Center, offers a safe place after school for grade 5-12 students in the Battle Ground and Hockinson school districts, as well as, any students from around Clark County if they are able to provide their own transportation. The program emphasizes activities that foster healthy relationships, build business and leadership skills, encourage strong homework habits, cultural enrichment, community service, and allow students to thrive. Rocksolid is accepting registrations.
Learn more at http://rocksolid-teen.com/
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