Youth Mentorship
Youth aged 13 to 21 will engage in regular mentorship sessions, receiving emotional support, skill development and educational opportunities, including GED preparation and trades instruction provided by local partner organizations. This initiative will equip youth with the necessary foundation to become future leaders in the city.
Mental Health Support
Recognizing the impact of poverty-related stressors on mental well-being, Flourish will partner with licensed clinical professionals to offer mental health and resource referral services to community members, particularly those with a history of trauma and chronic mental illness.
Basic Resources
To address the pervasive poverty in Gary, Flourish will transform its on-site storage unit into a resource closet, offering essential items such as food, clothing, and household necessities to families in need. Community youth employed as “runners” will facilitate the delivery of donations, ensuring accessibility to vital resources throughout the city.
Business Development
To stimulate community revitalization, Flourish will establish a community co-working space in its building, fostering entrepreneurship and job creation. Additionally, childcare services will be provided to support parents in the growing remote workforce, ensuring accessibility to work and business-related activities.