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DocuSign Envelope ID:88377437-EE99-4E08-B6B1-CD4F113C0672 <br /> EXHIBIT A <br /> PROVIDER'S OUTSIDE AGENCY APPLICATION <br /> The BITS Program Manager is a Certified Therapuetic Recreation Specialist who is <br /> also certified in Program Planning. Other key staff have college specialties in Park, <br /> Recreation and Tourism, Sport Management, and Kinesiology, as well as a master's <br /> degree in Adapted Physical Education. All program staff have certification in: <br /> Darkness to Light, CPR/First Aid, Concussion training by the CDC, SafeSport training <br /> by Team USA, and Positive Coaching certifications (see "k" for more details). Tier 1 <br /> volunteers, who work closely with athletes of all ages, are also required to have a <br /> background check, as well as these certifications: Darkness to Light, CPR/First Aid, <br /> Concussion training by the CDC, SafeSport training by Team USA. <br /> v) Describe the specific period over which the activities will be carried out and include an <br /> implementation timeline. <br /> Wheelchair basketball is a weekly, year-round and seasonal sport that takes place at <br /> a local church. BITS hosts 46 practices annually and two tournaments. One <br /> tournament will be a day-long competition while the other will be a two-day <br /> competition. BITS also provides demos at UNC Chapel Hill, collaborates with the <br /> student led project "Bridge The Gap," and collaborates with Orange County schools <br /> to bring students adapted sports education days. <br /> w) Why is funding this program a good investment for the community? How does funding <br /> this program add value to the community? (250 words OR LESS) <br /> BITS enhances all community populations by cultivating opportunities for an <br /> underserved population. We emphasize the need for better health options for the <br /> disabled community while simultaneously serving adapted sports programs. <br /> Programming, events, competition and outreach opportunities enhance the future for <br /> these individuals by giving them tools to access success. Through sports, our <br /> athletes gain tenacity, confidence and joy to help them independently navigate and <br /> succeed in life. <br /> x) Describe what would happen if requested funding is not awarded at all or if a reduced <br /> allocation is recommended. <br /> Without BITS programming, there are few to no opportunities for individuals with <br /> disabilities to engage in health related activities. BIIS benefits the disabled community <br /> by offering the only adapted sports programming in the Triangle. Without requested <br /> funding, programs would not be able to run and people with physical disabilities would <br /> not be able to participate in accessible programs. <br /> y) Include any other pertinent information. <br /> BI IS has a $3Million child molestation insurance policy <br /> BI IS staff and coaches: <br /> • Working with children are background screened <br /> • Are trained and certified in the SafeSport program created by the USA <br /> Olympic/Paralympic Committee <br /> PROGRAM INFORMATION 1/27/2017 3:48:29 PM Pago 19 of 2 6 <br />