Eve Corkwell, from Hope Missionary Church, was recently awarded a $500 Youth As Resources grant to carry out the group’s service project entitled “Gala Gaps.” This project provides goodie bags to all the attendants for the “Bridge of Hope Gala” that takes place at Hope Missionary Church. The goodie bags will have sensory items, sunglasses, and other things as well. Throughout the process, the group learned how to keep a budget, communicating as a group, and the importance of getting involved in their community.

YAR is a program that recognizes youth as a valuable community resource. The program is governed by a youth/adult partnership responsible for awarding grants up to $500 to other local youth organizations to design and carry out community service projects. To receive a grant proposal, contact Courtney Ginter at Family Centered Services (260-824-8574 or WellsYAR@yahoo.com) or visit www.fcs-inc.net.

Pictured with the big check (left to right): Jeremy Brown (YAR Board Member), Otto Fiechter (YAR Board Member), and Eve Corkwell.