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Needs & Outcomes
Needs and outcomes guide the work we do by helping us evaluate, maintain, and improve our programs. The tools we use to measure program outcomes were developed at a national level by the leading experts in mentoring. Results from recent Program Outcome Evaluations show our success in strengthening youth's ability to create a positive future.
We build emotional self-sufficiency for children.
NEED: To reduce the high rates of youth depression and suicide.
OUTCOME: 92% of Littles improved or maintained their level of self-confidence.
We keep kids in school.
We help kids make good decisions.NEED: To improve academic performance in a community with low graduation rates:
OUTCOME: 85% of Littles improved or maintained their academic performance.
NEED: To reduce the juvenile arrest rate. Local communities have elevated juvenile arrest rates compared to the rest of the state
OUTCOME: 97% of Littles were less likely to be involved with juvenile authorities.
We keep kids healthy.
NEED: To reduce troubling substance abuse rates
OUTCOME: Littles are 46% less likely start using illegal drugs.