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<br /> transportation support, and culturally tailored psychoeducation to reduce stigma and increase
<br /> community-wide support for early intervention and recovery.
<br /> D. Organizational Readiness
<br /> Capacity for Fiscal, Reporting, and Grant Compliance
<br /> EI Futuro, a trusted nonprofit serving Latino communities in North Carolina since 2004, has a
<br /> proven track record in grant management, financial compliance, and program sustainability. The
<br /> organization has a proven track record in grant management, financial compliance, and program
<br /> sustainability, successfully managing federal, state, and private funding, including from NC
<br /> DHHS, the Governor's Crime Commission, the FM Kirby Foundation, and the Blue Cross Blue
<br /> Shield Foundation of NC, among other reputable funders. EI Futuro has effectively administered
<br /> multi-year, high-impact grants, such as a $900,000 general support grant from the William R.
<br /> Kenan, Jr. Charitable Trust and a $600,000 general support grant from the Oak Foundation to
<br /> expand culturally responsive, community-based programs. Additionally, EI Futuro's local
<br /> LME/MCO committed $3.4 million to support its expansion of behavioral health services,
<br /> further demonstrating the organization's ability to scale programs and sustain services beyond
<br /> initial funding periods.
<br /> EI Futuro's finance and grants management team ensures rigorous fiscal oversight, reporting
<br /> accuracy, and compliance with all funding requirements. The organization undergoes an annual
<br /> independent financial audit, reinforcing transparency and accountability. EI Futuro also employs
<br /> a robust data tracking system to monitor client engagement, program outcomes, and
<br /> expenditures, ensuring timely and accurate reporting for funders.
<br /> Culturally Appropriate Service Delivery and Community Engagement
<br /> EI Futuro's service model is community-centered, linguistically responsive, and culturally
<br /> competent, ensuring programming aligns with the lived experiences of Latino youth, young
<br /> adults, and their caregivers. Over 75% of EI Futuro's staff identify as Latino, ensuring deep
<br /> cultural competence in engaging young people and families struggling with substance use and
<br /> mental health concerns. Bilingual, bicultural CMHWs and Peer Support Specialists (PSSs) deliver
<br /> services in a culturally humble and sensitive manner, deepening trust and improving
<br /> accessibility.
<br /> EI Futuro actively partners with youth-serving organizations, schools, and faith-based groups to
<br /> reach historically marginalized populations and young people experiencing early signs of
<br /> substance use. Sin Ataduras, EI Futuro's substance use prevention and treatment initiative,
<br /> reached 830 community members in FY2024, highlighting the growing need for substance use
<br /> services.
<br /> Additionally, EI Futuro's LAYA Advisory Council (Latino Adolescents and Young Adults) plays a key
<br /> role in shaping youth-centered programming. The LAYA Advisory Council is comprised of young
<br /> Latino leaders who provide ongoing feedback on mental health, prevention, and intervention
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