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AUTHOR Shirley, Linda; And Others

TITLE The Sourcebook: A Revised, Refined and ReliableCompilation of Organizations, Corporations, andFoundations Which Fund Programs and Activities forAt-Risk Youth.

INSTITUTION National Dropout Prevention Center, Clemson, SC.

PUB DATE 92

NOTE 16p.; In the title of the document the "S" in"Sourcebook" appears as a dollar sign.

PUB TYPE Reference Naterials - Directories/Catalogs (132)

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DESCRIPTORS *At Risk Persons; Corporate Suppert; ElementarySecondary Education; *Financial Support; Grants;Grantsmanship; *Philanthropic Foundations; *PrivateFinancial Support; Proposal Writing; *Youth; *YouthProblems

ABSTRACTSources of funding for programs for at-risk youth are

described in this document. The sources listed were selected fromexperience, and from a search of directories. The information aboutfunding sources for at-risk programs was the result of an IllinoisResearcher Information System search as well as hand searches usingthe following directories and resources: TAFT Foundation, America'sNewest Foundations, National Data Book, Directory of Grants inHumanities, The Corporate 500, Annual Registry of Grant Support, andThe Corporate 1000 Higher Education Directory. The followingstrategies for obtaining funding are discussed: (1) locateinformation on available funding sources; (2) identify potentialfunding sources; (3) follow proposal procedures within one's awnorganization; (4) write to potential supporters; (5) make the initialcontact with the potential supporter; (6) develop the proposal; (7)

submit the proposal; and (8) follow up on the status of the proposal.The name, address, telephone number, contact person, due date, aswell as any additional information, are listed for 46 sources.Sources include corporate foundations as well as charitablefoundations. (LLL)

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The National Dropout Preventkm Center is a partnershho between an organizatkm of concerned leadersrepresenting business, educational, and policy interestsand Clemson University, created to significantlyreduce America's dropout rate by fostering public-private partnerships In local school districts and COMM-flutes throughout the nation. The Center cultivates these partnerships by collecting, analyzing anddisseminating information about dropout prevention policies and practices and by providing technicalassistance to develop and demonstrate dropout prevention programs.

The $ourcebook

A &Ant Hama and Reliable Compilation

of Organizations,

Corporations, and Foundations

which fund

Programs and Activities

for At-Risk Youth

1992 Edition

Authors! and Editors

Linda ShirleyLib Crockett

Meny P. Chrestman

The National Dropout Prevention CenterClemson University

205 Martin StClemson, SC 29534-5111

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Preface

March, 1992

Federal, state, and local governments have been generous in funding pagic education,especially In funding programs for at-risk youth. However, with the_growing mutation of at-riskyoung people, government resources are no longer adequate. Ed:. -:4 ors are faced with thechalkInge of teaching students with diverse needsmany of whom require different strategies,techniques or approaches. Unfortunately, many of these ideas which showpromise are never putinto practice.for lack of money.

In recent years, many private corporations and foundations have expressed concern forAmerica's public education system. They have also demonstrated a Magness to get involved.They have ailed by establishing partnerships with local schools and by fundirg projects andactivities. Many of the most successful drcpout preventfon programs coerarv today are the resultof this commitment by private sector investments.

The National ut Prevention Center's mission is to_provkle information and assistance togroups and indiidu working to reduce the 6 rate. The Center receives many requests forsources of fundng for at-risk programs. In 1 ! to nnpond to these requests, Center staffdeveloped and prinled the first Klition of The $ourcebook,aquick and easy reference for identifyingthose private foundations which fund programs and activities for at-risk youth.

Last year Center staff began updating the first edtion. We wanted the second edition to be morethan just an expanded version of the orifjinal; we wanted it to be an improvement. Toward that goal,we utilized information from users of the first edition, foundation guicielines/directorkas, as well asInitialing direct contact with foundation staff to identify and qualify those foundations which havemoney available for educators.

It is our sincere - that those Individuals who design programs and activities for these youngpeople will find this . ication useful and profitable in locating sources of private fundi for theirdeserving programs. Please share with us your feedback on the value of this publi n, yourinsights for improvement and your successes and failures in seeking funding. We want to hear fromYou.

- - - Jay Smink, Executive DirectorThe National Dropout Prevention Center

Introduction

A reduction in state and federalfunding sumort from other sorUniversity, have put Theinterest &War tocreative, assivtive canenergy, and expertise b proposal development.

may require many schools and organizations to seekat the National Dropout Prevention Center, Clemson

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successful results for those persons willing to devote time,

The sources listed are by no means all of the resources available, nor are there any guaranteesof their continued support. 'They were selected for this publication from experience and from asearch of diredories explained later.

The information about fundng smrces for at-risk programs compiled in The $otscebook wasthe result of an IRIS (Illinois Researcher Information System) search as well as hand searches usingthe following directories or resources:

TAFT Founckstion Directory of Grants in HumanitiesAmerica's Newest Foundations The Corporate 500National Data Book Annual Registry of Grant Support

The Corporate 1000 Higher Education Directory

Special thanks go to the Office of University Research at Clemson University for theirassistance in locating information for this publication.

The following descriptors were used h the searches:

teaching and learning problemseconomically cilsadvantivedlearning dsabledemotionally handdevel tally

education-risk students

students with special needssocially disadv, t..!

ng Or suPPodteaching or curricula/program developmentcollaborative actiVtybasic sidlls educationcareer educationelementary educationminority educationpreschool educationsecondary educationvocational educationbilingual educationJunior high school educationmigrant educationmulficuitural educationremedial educationteacher educationchildren and youth

Information found in The $ourcebook has been reviewed within the last six months.

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it is strongly recommended the user obtain more information from a prospectiveresource before submitting a formai moosall

Strategies for Obtaining Funding

1. Locate Information on available fundng sources.

The Wary is a good place to begin searching for possble funding sources. The referenceIbrarlan is the resource person to get to know. The reference Ibrevian can direct you to suchpublications as:

FedeadCommerce = DailyTAFT FounckrtionThe Cpwate 500

Agistry of GrantHigher

nrual ReDirectorxowpon

Ethication Ww=t* Alert

Catalog of Feckmal Danes* AssistanosThe Foundatim DkectoryDkector y of Grants in MummifiesThe Corcorate 1000

Data BookAmerica's ikkmest FoundatkmsNational Guide to Funding for Elementary &Secondary Education

The ibrary may offer a computer search service. Such data bases as IRIS (IllinoisResearcher InWmation System), SPIN, etc. can expand your list of potential supporters.

2. Identify potential funding sources.

Read the information in the available resources to determine if the goals of thepotentialsources are conviatible with the goals of your organization and your proposed project

3. Follow proposal procedures within your organization.

Every organization has different procedures for developing and submitting proposals. It iscritical to identify and follow those guidelines and to obtain the approval and commitmentof your organization.

4. Write to potential supporters.

Letters of support are !enerally required for funding. These may be requested from statedepartments of edu ion, the governor's office, local businesses and industries, volunteergroups or state agencies which will be affected by the proposal.

5. Make the initial contact with the potential supporter.

Initial contact with the potential supporter may be in the form of a letter, phone call, visit, orcombination of the three. This allows both parties to determine if there is a need to pursuethe proposal.

6. Develop the proposal.

Following the guidelines outlined by the funding source, type the proposal in a simple,succinct style that is neat, well-organized and logical.

7. Submit the proposal.

Before mailing, obtain signatures of approval necessary for documentation. Submit therequired nurfter of copies to the funding source so that It meets deadlines established by thefunder.

8. Follow up on the status of the proposal.

Approval time frames vary within funding organizations. Allow a sufficient time for the proposalto be considered, then follow up to determine the status of your proposal.

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Funding Sources for At-Risk Programs

The Abell Foundation, Inc.8401 Connecticut AvenueChevy Chase, MD 20815(301) 652-2224Contact: Write for GuideftnesDue Date: Year-roundAda,. Info.: The geographic focus of the Founda-tbn is Washington. DC and five Maryland Counties:Montgomery, Prince George's, Calvery, Charles &St. Mary's Counties. Caterigwy restrictions: hungry,homeless, battered women and children, mentallyretarded and job training.

Aetna Foundation, Inc.National Grants Program151 Farmington AvenueHartford, CT 06156(203) 273-1932Contact: Submit proposal in writing, no applicationnecessaryDue Daft: No deaditrua announcedAddtl. Info.: The geograplic focus of the Founda-tbn is restricted to programs in the headquarters cityof Hartford and those proposals which have nationalscope and significance.

Alcoa Foundation Grants-EducationAlcoa Foundation1501 Alcoa BuildingPittsburgh, PA 15219(412) 553-4696Contact: Letter with verificationDue Daft: Monthly meeting of Directors

Allstate Foundation GrantsAllstate FoundationAllstate Plaza, F-4Northbrook, IL 60062(312) 402-5502Contact: Write for guidelinesDue Date: Accepted anytime

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American Association of UniversityWomm Educational Foundation

1111-18th Street N.W.WashVon, DC 20036(202) 728-7613Contact: Letter for applcationDin Dab): Feb 1Addl. Into.: Provides funds to advance education,research turd self-development for women andfoster equfty and positive societal change.

American Express PhilanthropicPrcgram

American Express CompanyAmerican Express PlazaWorld Finamial CenterNew York, NY 10285-4710(242) 640-5661Contact: Write for guidelines and proceduresDue Date: Continuous acceptance

American Honda FoundationP. 0. Box 2205Torrance, CA 90509(213) 781-4090Contact: Kathryn Ann Carey, written one page letterof intent recsresting grant applicationDue Date: Quarterly - February 1, May 1, August 1,November 1

Apple Computer, Inc.Education GrantsApple Corporate Affairs20525 Marian' AvenueCupertino, CA 95014(408) 974-2974Contact: Letter of organization informationDue Date: Accepted anytime

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NCO FoundationArco Founcktion515 S. Flower StreetLos Amp les, CA 90071(213) 486-3342Contact: Letter for Annual ReportDue Date: Year-round

The Boston Globe FoundationP. O. Box 2378Bosban, MA 02107-2378(617) 929-2000Contact: Letter with tax exemIX status, budget,other funding sources and organization Information.Due Dale: Year-roundAddtl. Intl.: The geowaphic focus of the Foundationis all neighborhoods of Boston, Cambridge,Somervifie, Chelsea, Bifferica and (1.1incy.

Buhl Foundation4 Gateway Center, Room #1522PlItsburr,Th , PA 1E222(412) 566-2711Contact: Letter of kwiry to the Foundation. Aformal proposal will be requested if the foundation isinterested.Due Date: None givenAddtl. Into.: The geographic focus of the Foundationis restricted to southwestern PA region with empha-sis on the Pittsburgh metropolitan area.

Chevron Contributions ProgramChevron CorporationP. 0. Box 7753San Francisco, CA 94120-7753(415) 894-5464Contact: Letter for applicationDue Date: Reviewed on ongoing basisAddtl. Info.: Priority is given to math/science pro-grams and to areas of major company operations.

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Coca-Cola FoundationP. O. Drawer 1734Atlanta, GA 30301(404) 876-2568Contact: LetterDue Date: No deadline announced

Cox (Jessie B.) Charitatile Trustcto Grants Management Associates230 Congress StreetBoston, MA 02110(617) 426-6162Contact: EliOe organizations may submit a com-plete proposal or a concept pver to begin theapplicrdion process.Due Date: May be submitted at any time but mustbe received by January 15, April 15, July 15 orOctober 15 to be considered at the next regularmeeting of the Trustees.Addtl. Info.: The geographic focus of the Trust isNew England, Grants are occasionally made Inother northeastern states. Fields of interest arehealth, erlwation and the environment.

DeWitt Wallace-Readers Digest Fund261 Madison Aveme, 25th FloorNew York, NY 10016(212) 953-1200Contact: 1-2 page letter describing projectDue Date: Board meets quarterty, no deadlines

Dresser Foundation GrantsDresser FoundationP. 0. Box 718Dalin, TX 75221(212) 740-6741Contact: Letter with tax exempt statusDue Date: Accepted anytimeAddtl. Info.: The Foundation does not includeprimary or secondary schools in its aid to educa-tional programs.

Exxon Education Foundation225 E. John W. Carpenter FreewayIMng, TX 75062-2298(214) 444-1104Contact: Letter for program guidelinesMae Date: NoneAddif. Info.: There are no geographictd limitatbnsand the following categorke are considered: el-ementary and secondary school restructudng, teachereducation, and mathematics education.

Ford FoundationUrban Poverty ProgramYouth Development Program320 E. 43rd StreetNew York, NY 10017(212) 573-5000Contact: LetterMe Date: Not givenAddtl. Info.: Focus is on National DemonstrationPrograms and Policy Research that examine theeffects and dimensions of comprehensive pogramsfor low-inconv urban youth.

General Mills FoundationP. O. Box 1113Minneapolis, MN 55440(612) 540-3338Contact: Letter with project information, evidence ofneed, method of evaturnion, organdation irdormation,budget, financial statement, and form 990.Due Date: Projects reviewed on ongoing basisAddtL Info.: Funding ki communities where GeneralMilb, Inc. has a presercea key criteria. Areasinclude education, health/social action, arts andculture.

Grant (William T.) Foundation515 Madison AvenueNew York, NY 10022-5403(212) 752-0071Contact: Letter with proposal informationDue Date: No deadlinesAddll. Info.: Programs are limited to the New YorkMetropolltan regbn and mainly support research.

Green (Alien P. and Josephine B.)Foundation

Box 523Mexico, MO 65265(314) 581-5568Contact: LetterDin Data: April 1 for consideration at May meeting,October 1 for consideration at November meeting.

Hazen (Edward W.) Foundation505 Eighth Avenue23rd FloorNew York, NY 10018(212) 967-5920Contact: LetterDuo Date: January 15 and July 15Mat Info.: Areas of interest in precolleryate edu-cation in 1991: echication advocacy, comnumity andparent organizing for school reform. Most grants areone year ki arration.

Mars% William Randolph Foundationass Seventh Avenue45th FloorNew York, NY 10106(212) 588-5404Contact: LetterDuo Data: No deadline announcedAddtl. Info.: Grants are limited to institutions In theU.S. Particular interest in serving a larger geographicarea rather than neighborhoods or communities.

Hewlett, William and Flora Foundation525 Mkidiefield Road, Suite 200Menlo Park, CA 94025(415) 329-1070Contact: Letter of inquiry containing statement ofneed for funds and information to determine if woposalfalls within the foundation's area of preferred interest.Due Data: Year-roundAddtl. Into.: Grants are limited to comprehensiveprograms in the San Francisco Bay Area.

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Johnson (Robert Wood) FoundationCollege RoadP. O. Box 2316Princeton, NJ 08543-2316(609) 452-8701Contact: Letter requesting informationMat Date: No deadline armouncedAddll. Info,: The main thrust of the grantmaidngefforts is aimed at the provision of heafth services.

Jones, Daisy l'auquis Foundation620 Granitr. Buiking130 East Main StreetRochester, NY 14604-1620(716) 263-3331Contact: Letter of inquiry from engage ipplbantsDue Date: NoneAddl. Info.: The Famdation makes grants only inMonroe and Yates Counties, NY, primarily to hn-pmve the quality of heakh care avallithleto residencesin these counties. Other grants help to fund servicesfor senior citizens, ruth, and women, with specialemphasis on the disadvantaged.

Joyce FoundationDisaetionary Fund135 South LaSalle StreetSufte 4010Chicago, IL 60603-4886(312) 782-2464Contact: Submit one page letter with project irdor-mationDue Date: No deadline announcedAdal. Info.: Grants in Illinois, Indiana, lowa, Ohio,Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin. No scholarship,capital or endowment support provhded.

Kaiser, Henry J. FoundationOuadrus, 2400 Sand Hill RoadMenlo Park, CA 94025(415) 854-9400Contact: A brief letter of inquiry desabing theproposed project.Due Date: No deadlines for proposals; they arereviewed year-round.Addti. Info.: The Fourtation does not make grantsto individuals, only to tax-exempt norvrofit organiza-tions.

Kellogg (W.K.) Foundation-YouthExecutiws Assistant - Progranuning*le Michtan Avenue EastBatlie Creck MI 49017-4058(616) 968-1611Contact: Submit one page letter with project infor-mationDue Date: No deadine armourcedAddtl. Info.: A majority of the Foundation'sgrardmaking is concentnided in the areas of youth;leadership; volunteerism and phlianthropy; comma-nity-based, probktm-liocused health services; highereducation; food systems; rural development;groundwater resources (In the Great Lakes area);and econonlc development (In Michigan).

Knight FoundationOne Biscaym Tower2 $. Biscayne Blvd., Suite 3800Miami, FL 33131(305) 539 -0009Contact: Write or phone the Foundation to requesta copy of its published guidelines.Due Date: By S p.m. on the following dates: January1 , Apri I, Aily 1, and Ocbber I .Addti. Info.: Grants for dropout prevention programsand projects have been made through theFoundation's Cities Program, whbh is geographicallylifted to 26 communities in 16 states. Cities Programgrantseekars must provide services within theFoundation's specific geographic areas.

Lilly Endowment, Inc.2801 North Meridian StreetP. O. Box 88068Indianapolis, IN 46208(317) 924-5471Contact: Dr. Joan Upsitz or Gayle Dorman (educa-tion); Mils Bright (community development)Due Date: Proposals accepted year-roundAda. Info.: Most grants in elementary-secondaryeducation and youth programs are confined to thebenefit of the public schools of Indiana. The ex-ceptions are research and leadership developmentwhich extend to both agencies in Indiana and toimportant national organizations that sustain youthwork at the statetlocal levels.

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Mars Foundation6885 Elm StreetMcLean, VA 22101(703) 821-4900Contact: Letter recgreeting guidelinesDue Date: November 10

Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation102 Reynolda ViffneWinston-Salem, NC 27106(919) 748-9222Contact: Wfiliam L. Bonthrrant, Executive DirectorDue Date: March 1 and September 1Addll. Info.: Grants are male primaray wffhin thesoutheastern USA. No grants to individuals or for"brick and mortar," endowment, research, interne-tbnal travel or for local commur* efforts unlessthere is likely a °ripple" effect or replication outsidethe community.

Metropolitan Life FoundationEdwationOne Madison AvenueNew York, NY 10010(212) 578-2377Contact: LetterDue Date: Accepted anytimeAddll. Info.: Funding is restricted to imlitutions ofhigher education and nonprofit education organiza-tions. Geographical limitations: national outreach.

Mott (Charles Stewart) Foundation1200 Mott Foundation Bldg.Flint, MI 48502-1851(313) 238-5651Contact: Write for a copy of guidelinesDue Date: No deadline announcedAcidtl. Info.: No grants or loans to individuals; nosupport for religious activfties for specific religiousgroups or denominations; capital development andendowment only when necessary to further otherfoundatbn objectives; and support for research onlywhen instrumental for planning, Implementing orevaluating grantmaking activities in a particular pro-gram area, or for public policy.

National Foundation/Improvemmt ofEducation

1201 16th Meet SW, Room 234Washington, DC 20036(202) 822-7840Conlin!: Dr. Donna C. Rhodes or Dr. Cheryl M.KaneDue Date: None givenAdal. Info.: NFIE does not give to 501(c)(3) orga-nizations. Grants are given to educational profes-sionals b promote teacher professionalismto en-able teachers to kmrove the educational opportunitiesoffered to skrdents.

Nationa Science Foundation1800 G Street NW, Room 835BWashingpon, DC 20550(202) 357-7539Contact: Ethel SchultzDue Date: Accepted anytime

New York Community TrustTwo Park AvenueNew York, NY 10006(212) 886-0010Contact: Written proposal; call for guidelines.Due Date: Accepted Year-roundAddtL Mb.: Four maki funding areas: children,youth and families; community development and theenvironment; education, arts and the humanities;and health and people with special needs. Grantsare mate for programs to improve public educationin New York Cly.

Pew Charitable TrustsHealth and Human ServicesThree ParkwaySuite 501Philadelphia, PA 19102-1305(215) 568-3330Contact: LetterDue Date: No deadlineAdd% Info.: The Trusts do not review proposalsfrom individual independent or public schools or fromschool districts outside of Pennsylvania.

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Prudential Foundation GrantsPrudential PlazaNewark, NJ 07102-3777(201) 802-7354Contact: Sao* written moos&Due Date: No deadline anncimcedAddtl. !No.: Fund% is restricted to areas wherePrudential has a sivilicant presencenational pro-(yams and progarns kt Newark, New Jersey andregional programs in Minneapolis, MN, Jacksonville.FL, Van Nuys, CA and Fort Washktgton, PA.

Public Welfare Foundation2600 Virginia Avenue, NW, Suite 505Washington, DC 20037(202) 965-1800Contact: All listed methods of Initial contact areaccepted.Due Date: Proposals are received and reviewedyear-round.

Reynolds (Z. Smith) Foundation, Inc.101 Reynolda WageWinston-Salem, NC 27106(919) 725-7541Contact: Send letter requesting application infor-mation.Due Dale: August 1 and February 1Addtl. Info.: The geographic focus of the Founda-tion is restricted to North Carolina.

Rockefeller Foundation Grant ProgramHuVit B. Price1133 Avenue of the AmericasNew York, NY 10036(212) 8694500Contact: LetterDue Date: No deadline announced

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Dr. Sdtoll Foundation Grants ProgramDr. Scton Frxmdation11 S. LaSalle StreetSuite 2100Chicivo, IL 0603(312) 762-5210CoMact: Letter requesting amlication and guide-MeeDue Date: After Noventer 1 but no later than May15th of each year.Addit. Info.: Application for grants will be consid-ered in the following areas: private education at aillevels; general charitable programs; civic, cultural,social services, health care, economic and rei0ousadivfties. There are no geographic limits on theFoundation's scope of operations.

The Greater New Orleans Foundation2515 Canal Street, Suite 401New Orleans, LA 70119(504) 822-4906Contact: Unella J. Gilbert, Program OfficerDue Date: Quarterly - February 15, May 15, August15, and November 15.

UPS Foundation GrantsUPS Foundation400 Perimeter CenterTeffaces NorthManta, GA 30346404-913-6374Contact: Clem Hanrahan, DirectorDue Data: September 1AMU. Info.: Fundbg in U.S. only. Category re-strictions: no grants given for capital fund drives,operating funds, or to individuals.

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About the National Dropout Prevention Center...

The National Dropout Prevention Center (NDPC) is committed to a comprehensive andsystemic approach that MI ensure all young pewle receive the quality education to which theyareentitled. To support this approadi, the Center offers a wide variety of services designed to aidpolicymakers and practitioners in maidng cbcisions and designing programs that will affect the futureof our nation's youth.

The NDPC:develops public-pwivate partnerships between school districts,Institutions of higher

education and local businesses;conducts needs assessments from which responsive approaches and programs are

developed and implemented (mentorim, tutoring, or learning styles for example); andevaluates the effectiveness of current dropout prevention programs and practices.

The Center collects and publishes materials relating to current trends in dropout prevention.Practitioners can easily identify and retrieve dropout-related materials through the NDPC's:

Resource Materials Library-statistical data, legislation, policy statements, researchreports and monographs.

FOCUS Database-internationally accessible, user-friendly, computerized system containing current dropout prevention program profiles, seminars, conferences,workshops,published works related to at-risk youth as well as consultants and speakers.

Publications-The National Dropout Prevention Newsletter, practitioner-oriented, pub-lished quarterly in cooperation with The National Dropout Prevention Network; Solutions andStrategies, brief treatments of dropout prevention issues, printed twice yearly; and DropoutPrevention Research Reports, in-depth examinations of at-risk topics such as alternativeschools or service learning, printed several times each year;

The N D PC also designs and conducts seminars and workshops which enhance theprofessionalskills of those who work with at-risk youth. Two of the most popular workshops have produceddefinitive publications for program coordinators: The httntoring Guidebook and The EvaluationHancttook

As part of its outreach the NDPC is affiliated closely with the National Dropout PreventionNetwork (NDPN). Created in response to the need to share information on the at-risk issue, theNDPN attempts to provide services for practitioners. It links educators, communities, researchers,parents, and the private sector in one common goal to help find solutions foryoung people in need.Membership in the NDPN offers many personal and professional benefits and is as simple ascompleting the membership form on the following pne.

Additional copies of The $ourcebook may be purchased from the Center. More informationabout NDPC publications or the National Dropout Prevention Network may be obtained bycontacting:

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