2018-550-E DSS - OCIM outside agency agreement

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DocuSign Envelope ID: EBOFBDBE -FD15- 4428- 899B- 19A867F94OCC i) Why is funding this program a good investment for the community? How does funding this program add value to the community? (250 words OR LESS) In a healthy and caring community, people should not be hungry because they are unable to afford food. They should not have to have utilities shut off because they had to pay for car repairs so they could continue to get to work. People should not be evicted from their home because they lost their job and have not been able to find another one soon enough to pay rent. The Samaritan Relief Ministry cannot help all people with all of their financial needs, but we can partner with Orange County in helping the most financially fragile members of our community. Food and financial donations come to the Samaritan Relief Ministry by community members who care deeply about the quality of the community they live in. OCIM is the conduit by which the members of the community with plenty share with those without. j) Describe what would happen if requested funding is not awarded at all or if a reduced allocation is recommended. If the Samaritan Relief Ministry did not receive funding from Orange County, fresh milk and meat purchases would be greatly reduced and during the summer and fall when donations are low, additional non - perishable food could not be purchased, 85 households would not receive help with rent and utilities and the program manager would have to either have a cut in pay or funds would have to be diverted from other areas to pick up the balance. k) What percentage of your target population is low - moderate income? 1 00 1) What efforts do you make to seek feedback about your program from your target population (e.g. survey, evaluations, etc.?) The Samaritan Relief Ministry does not currently have a formal evaluation process, but there is a comment box available. The comments all express great appreciation for the assistance and the kindness shown through this program- "OCIM means the difference in whether or not my children get to eat dinner some nights. It means whether two very smart, caring kids go to bed hungry. With OCIM's help, my children have a better chance of changing the world. "E. B. "OCIM is a true blessing. My husband passed away 3 years ago and it has been a struggle getting bills paid and having food. OCIM has helped my family numerous times, and we thank you so much!" J. C- m) Include any other pertinent information. In the demographics chart on the next page, please note that the Ethnicity area is based on households not individuals. In the Geographic Location area, the locations are based on addresses. Those listed as being in the Town of Hillsborough may not live within the city limits, but they do get their mail through the Hillsborough Post Office. Ppn( -.PAAA IAIPr 1PMATIr),AI R•Q.q•111 4A4 F) ;Q n f 9 ;