3. GRANT PROPOSAL / AGENCY REVIEWS

CSAC Grants Subcommittee - Grant Presentations Meeting · 2026-05-15 · agenda_item

This item concerns grant proposals being reviewed by the CSAC Grants Subcommittee in Indian River County. Several organizations are presenting their programs for potential funding. These include Hibiscus Children’s Center, Inc., 4KIDS of SOUTH FLORIDA, INC, Tykes & Teens, Inc., Early Learning Coalition of IR Martin, & Okeechobee, Willis Sports Association, Inc., Sunshine Physical Therapy Clinic, Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County, Gifford Academy for Performing Arts, OCP Community Outreach, Inc, Gifford Youth Achievement Center, Inc, and Youth Guidance Donation Fund of Indian River County, Inc. The proposals cover a range of services such as family support, foster care, mental health, early learning, youth sports, therapy services, performing arts, and vocational training, including a construction trades pre-apprenticeship program. The review process is currently in the grant proposal and agency review stage, indicating an early opportunity for interested parties. While specific construction projects are not detailed, the mention of a construction trades pre-apprenticeship program suggests potential future needs for training facilities or related support services. Contractors, suppliers, and service providers in fields related to construction, education, and therapy services may find opportunities as these programs develop. Engaging early before final funding and project plans are set could provide a competitive advantage.