Organization serving at-risk youths in Clarke County wins ADECA grant

The Goodwill Industries of the Gulf Coast serving at-risk youths in Clarke County and elsewhere is among others to benefit from a round of grants by the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA). 

ADECA has granted a total of $757,836 to organizations that assist youths who have come out of the juvenile justice system. 

“Without positive influences in their lives, young people can be led down a path of destructive decisions and wasted potential,” said Gov. Kay Ivey in an announcement. “I commend these organizations for their work to guide children in a positive direction.”

Goodwill Industries of the Gulf Coast received $99,999. In addition to Clarke County funds will be used to expand pre-employment training and GED services for middle and high school students in Baldwin, Conecuh, Escambia, Mobile, Monroe and Washington counties.

“These programs focus on prevention, recovery and education for at-risk youth,” ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell said. “ADECA joins Gov. Ivey in support of these services that help young people learn to lead healthy and prosperous lives.”