The Gala Group of Hope Missionary Church were recently awarded a $500 Youth As Resources (YAR) grant to carry out their project entitled “Gala Goodies.” This project provided gift bags for the attendees of The Bridge of Hope Gala at Hope Missionary Church. The youth chose this project because it helped with community involvement and focused on an underserved population in Wells County.

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 at Family Centered Services (824-8574 or WellsYAR@yahoo.com) or visit www.fcs-inc.net. The next grant cycle will be in the fall.

Pictured are (from left) Abigail Walker, Cora Kunkel and Addison Smith.