Resource Category: YDEKC

Accessing Local Government Resources for Youth Development

Local governments can be a key partner for youth development programs. This collaboration can be inthe form of funding, space, materials, and even programming. Programs are not limited to electedofficials; other local taxing districts such as parks, libraries, and others are ripe for partnership. This resource provides tips on how to collaborate and move an issue and funding options to consider. This resource was developed to support the work of the Youth Development Strategy Table in Washington State.

Accessing School Resources for Youth Development

As the state and country move towards a whole-child approach to education, now is time to forgecreative and innovative partnerships between districts and community-based service providers tosupport 21st century student needs and goals. This resource provides ideas and tips for approaching school districts, and K-12 funding sources in Washington State that can be applied towards youth development programming led by community-based organizations. While funding is an important collaborationopportunity, space (including use of kitchens), materials and virtual education tools, transportation, andprogram development offer other points of partnership. This resource was developed to support the work of the Youth Development Strategy Table … [ ]

Shared Accountability Checklist

This checklist is intended to help community-based service providers to begin a discussion with a school about outcomes, or to check in on the progress of a particular partnership. It can also be used to orient staff to the ongoing partnership work of the organization. 

Common School Data Types Tip Sheet

This tip sheet describes the types of data about schools and students that might be useful to community partners for program planning and evaluation. Includes very general information about the availability of data by type.

Six Steps to Developing a Theory of Change for Partnerships

A theory of change is a description of a program, intervention, or initiative that shows how interconnected elements lead to the accomplishment of a long-term goal. Use this tool to create a basic outline of the steps you will take to create a useful theory of change for your program or partnership. 

Partnership Ecosystem Mapping Activity Sample

This sample map accompanies the Partnership Ecosystem Mapping Activity. It provides an example of what a complex school-community partnership ecosystem can look like.