Rnl Youth

About the Organization

Organization category

Public Charity

Mission

RNL Youth is designed to bring support to the community by offering after school classes ages 3-17, a sports program for ages 5-14, and our leadership program for teens. Through each of the outreaches, the goal is to give sanctuary to the youth of this community while supporting our current educational system by offering classes in music, arts and crafts and games that our schools currently can’t offer but enrich the lives and increase the knowledge of the youth of what they are capable of doing while supporting families with nutrition and parenting help.

Programs or services

Afterschool Services and Classes, Youth Recreation, Parenting Classes, Food Pantry

Detailed programs

Renewed Life Church Food Pantry
Serving Peoria with Compassion, Dignity, and Hope
We believe no family should have to worry about where their next meal will come from. Our weekly food pantry provides free, nutritious food to families in need across the Peoria community.
Basketball is one of the most popular sports in America, and it has a way of bringing people together. Whether you’re playing in a pick-up game at the park or cheering on your favorite team at a professional game, basketball unites people from all walks of life. Basketball is a sport that anyone can play, regardless of their background or skill level. It’s a great way to exercise and have fun with friends or family. Whether you’re watching the games online or playing in a freshman (k-2nd grade) level game, this program is a great way to come together as a community. Basketball has had a profound impact on American culture, both in terms of its popularity as a sport and the way it has been used to influence social change. This program can counter the negative trends and bring positivity to a population that is still struggling to recover.
The Teen Leadership program was designed because students need to know that there is so much more. That is why Knowledge about College is meant to fill the gaps. Knowledge about College is part of a larger program from RNL Youth designed to educate teens on their options for the future while teaching them what it takes to be leaders in the community. The teens get to join programs like Knowledge about College and our Professional Mentoring programs which help them learn about what is available after high school. In exchange, the teens serve in our youth program as instructors, coaches, officials, and many other roles. They have to take classes such as Coaching Success, Classroom Management, and Presentation, to ensure they have the tools needed to succeed and a youth leader and then we send them to others to learn how to become leaders of adults. Research links early leadership with increased self-efficacy and suggests that leadership can help youth to develop decision-making and interpersonal skills that support successes in the workforce and in adulthood. In addition, young leaders tend to be more involved in their communities and have lower dropout rates than their peers. Youth leaders also show considerable benefits for their communities, providing valuable insight into the needs and interests of young people.
Our afterschool program includes crafts and games include In an age of screens and instant gratification, crafting offers a unique space for hands-on learning and calming focus. For our young participants, crafting fosters problem-solving skills, fine motor development, and a sense of accomplishment as they see their ideas take shape. It's a chance to disconnect from the digital world and reconnect with their own creativity.
The music program is headed by the music director whose duties with included instructor placement (ti

Target Audience

At Risk youth, teens, parents, families, k-12 students

Geographic Focus

Arizona (USA), Maricopa County (AZ)

Current projects

Teen Leadership
Basketball
Afterschool Classes
116 Avenue Music
RNL Parents
RNL Youth Food Pantry

Organization goals

RNL Youth is designed to bring support to the community by offering after school classes ages 3-17, a sports program for ages 5-14, and our leadership program for teens. Through each of the outreaches, the goal is to give sanctuary to the youth of this community while supporting our current educational system by offering classes in music, arts and crafts and games that our schools currently can’t offer but enrich the lives and increase the knowledge of the youth of what they are capable of doing.

Leadership

Joe Matthews - Executive Director
Kevin Dancy - Director of Parenting Assistance
Dave Mohler - Operations

Funding Needs

Grant categories you're seeking

Children, Community and Economic Development, Community Services, Education, Elementary Education, Faith Based, Nutrition and Food, Operating Support, Preschool, Secondary Education, Special Education, Sports and Recreation, Students, Teachers, Technology, Transportation, Youth and At-Risk Youth

Funding needs

RNL Youth – Line-Item Budget Narrative
Personnel – Instructors ($225000 over 5 years)
This line item supports trained facilitators who will deliver 12-week curriculum-based workshops six times per year at five community sites. The consistent annual cost of $45000 ensures stable staffing and program fidelity.
Personnel – Admin & Support Staff ($100000 over 5 years)
This category funds part-time salaries for the project director, project manager, data manager, and financial officer. These staff members oversee program implementation, compliance, data reporting, and fiscal management. The annual cost of $20000 reflects efficient administrative support necessary for grant compliance and performance monitoring.
Facilities ($70000 over 5 years)
Facility costs include rental fees and maintenance for hosting workshops and events at preschools, private schools, and churches. These venues are trusted community spaces that enhance accessibility and engagement. The annual allocation of $14000 ensures continuity across all five sites.
Supplies ($112500 over 5 years)
This includes non-reusable materials such as participant manuals, graduation gifts, and workshop handouts. Supplies are critical for delivering interactive, skills-based instruction. The $22500 annual cost supports approximately 900 participants per year.based workshop requirements.
Equipment ($50000 over 5 years)
Funds will be used to purchase and maintain reusable equipment such as laptops, TVs, and video equipment. These tools support digital literacy workshops, virtual engagement, and data collection. The $10000 annual allocation ensures technological readiness.
Training ($40000 over 5 years)
Training costs include in-house and contracted professional development for instructors and staff. This ensures fidelity to evidence-informed curricula and includes certifications (e.g., Red Cross). The $8000 annual budget supports ongoing capacity building.

**Events** ($50000 over 5 years)
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