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DocuSign Envelope ID:380F50AD-C98D-426B-80DC-9Al34EB8DA24 XHIBIT A <br /> PROVIDER'S OUTSIDE AGENCY APPLICATION <br /> Tabitha Blackwell, Youth Forward's Executive Director, has been working in the <br /> Chapel Hill and Carrboro community for the last four years and has developed <br /> relationships with many of the nonprofits and foundations in the community. She <br /> helped develop the beta of ConnectMe! in partnership with the APPLES students. <br /> As ConnectMe! in its initial phase has gained interest from other counties, such as <br /> Durham and Chatham, she has now hired Kallie Norton to focus on finalizing the <br /> app and fully launching it. Kallie was hired in 2017 as Youth Forward's Part Time <br /> Communication Manager. She has an extensive background in website redesigns <br /> and launches. She also has X years of experience in marketing and communication. <br /> As Youth Forward has seen interest from other areas to replicate this app, there is <br /> the desire to ensure the app is as successful as possible in the Chapel Hill/Carrboro <br /> area to provide a great base for expansion into other locations in Orange County <br /> and surrounding areas. <br /> h) Describe the specific period over which the activities will be carried out and <br /> include an implementation timeline. <br /> The activities will be carried out between July 2017 and May 2018. By July 2017, <br /> the website, in which supports the app, will be completed and the app will be in the <br /> Apple Store. A formal launch community event will be planned for the beginning of <br /> the school year in Fall 2017. Youth Forward will be marketing the app and <br /> conducting outreach from Fall of 2017 to Spring 2018. <br /> i) Why is funding this program a good investment for the community? How <br /> does funding this program add value to the community? (250 words OR <br /> LESS) <br /> Orange County is a community rich in resources for youth, however, many services <br /> and programs go unused by those that need it the most because they are unaware <br /> that they exist. By funding and partnering with ConnectMe!, the Town of Chapel Hill <br /> and the Town of Carrboro will have the opportunity to connect its citizens to the <br /> programs and services they need most by leveraging the tools already supported <br /> by local nonprofits. Public foundations, such as Strowd Roses, the Oak Foundation, <br /> and Grable have already committed and supported the development of this website <br /> and app. The support of the Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Orange County is crucial in <br /> creating a true hub of resources that can connect multiple sectors to meet the <br /> needs of all citizens. <br /> j) Describe what would happen if requested funding is not awarded at all or if a <br /> reduced allocation is recommended. <br /> While Youth Forward has funds for a bulk of the development of the app, we want <br /> to ensure that funds are secured for launch and outreach to those that are search <br /> for youth programs and services. Full funding would allow us to strategically target <br /> disconnected youth and parents to ensure they are able to access the many <br /> programs and services in the community. Even though full funding would be <br /> appreciated, any funding from both the Towns and the County will provide an <br /> amazing show of support and partnership for the project. <br /> k) Include any other pertinent information. <br /> Additional Program Information <br /> PROGRAM INFORMATION 1/31/2017 3:02:18 PM Page 13 of 18 <br />