Public Hearing: YES ☐ NO ☒ Department: Board of Commissioners - District 7
SUBJECT:
Title
Commission District(s): District 7
An Item to Allocate an Amount Not to Exceed $10,000 of the District 7 Reserve for Appropriation Funds to Benevolent Missions of Atlanta for DeKalb Youth STEAM Programming.
Body
Information Contact: Commissioner LaDena Bolton
Phone Number: 404-371-2899
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this Agenda Item is to allocate an amount not to exceed $10,000 of the District 7 Reserve for appropriation funds to Benevolent Missions of Atlanta for DeKalb youth STEAM programming.
NEED/IMPACT:
Benevolent Missions of Atlanta is uniquely positioned to address the urgent need for accessible STEAM programming among DeKalb County youth, particularly in underserved communities. With the growing demand for skills in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, early exposure to STEAM fields is critical for fostering curiosity, creativity, and long-term academic success. By offering hands-on learning experiences, mentorship, and culturally relevant programming, Benevolent Missions of Atlanta helps bridge the opportunity gap and empowers students to envision themselves in future STEAM careers. Their work complements broader efforts to cultivate a diverse and resilient next generation of innovators.
FISCAL IMPACT:
An Item to allocate an amount not to exceed $10,000 of the District 7 Reserve for appropriation funds to Benevolent Missions of Atlanta for DeKalb youth STEAM programming
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommended Action
To approve the allocation of an amount not to exceed $10,000 of the District 7 Reserve for appropriation funds to Benevolent Missions of Atlanta for DeKalb youth STEAM programming and authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute all necessary documents.