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SINCE 2013, PGF HAS BEEN A CORNERSTONE OF SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS FROM LOW-INCOME, HIGH-CRIME COMMUNITIES IN SAN DIEGO. OUR PROGRAMS ARE STRATEGICALLY DESIGNED TO ADDRESS THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES FACED BY INDIVIDUALS DEALING WITH OVERCOMING THE BARRIERS OF JUSTICE SYSTEM INVOLVEMENT OR THOSE AT RISK OF CRIMINAL INVOLVEMENT, INCLUDING GANG ACTIVITY, SUBSTANCE ABUSE, HUMAN TRAFFICKING, INCARCERATION, HOMELESSNESS, AND VIOLENCE. SIX CORE COMPETENCIES OUR WORK IS GUIDED BY SIX CORE COMPETENCIES AIMED AT FOSTERING PERSONAL GROWTH, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY: RESPONSIBLE LIFE SKILLS JOB READINESS FINANCIAL LITERACY ENTREPRENEURSHIP COMMUNITY SERVICE CIVIC ENGAGEMENT CORE 6 PROGRAM THE CORE 6 PROGRAM IS A COMPREHENSIVE 10-WEEK TRAINING INITIATIVE COUPLED WITH ROBUST SUPPORTIVE SERVICES. PARTICIPANTS BENEFIT FROM CASE MANAGEMENT AND MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT IN ADDITION TO WRAPAROUND SERVICES INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO: TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE, HOUSING SUPPORT, ACCESS TO MEDICAL SERVICES, AND PROVISION OF WORK ATTIRE AND TOOLS, BUSINESS START-UP EXPENSES, AND A NETWORK OF COMMUNITY RESOURCES. IMPACT: During the reporting period, 276 participants enrolled in the program, with a commendable 72% completion rate. ON-THE-JOB TRAINING (OJT) Our On-the-Job Training initiative employs a three-pronged approach to assess, educate, and prepare participants, equipping them to become self-regulated and self-sufficient individuals. Participants gain hands-on experience in key sectors such as food service, hospitality, administration, and business operations. IMPACT: Through partnerships with Nellys Kitchen Inc. and PGF Administrative Services, 51 participants engaged in OJT, achieving a 59% program completion rate. CORE 6 YOUTH The Core 6 Youth Program empowers young participants through tailored training, mentorship, community engagement, and leadership opportunities. Many youth participants also enrolled in the Elevate Youth Program, further amplifying their development. IMPACT: During the reporting period, 54 youth participants completed the program, achieving a 100% success rate. CORE 6 2.0 (MICROENTERPRISE) CORE 6 2.0 PROVIDES ADVANCED ENTREPRENEURIAL SUPPORT, HELPING PARTICIPANTS ESTABLISH OR EXPAND THEIR BUSINESSES. THIS PROGRAM OFFERS ACCESS TO TECHNICAL RESOURCES, MENTORSHIP, AND WORKSHOPS IN AREAS SUCH AS DIGITAL LITERACY, FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, MARKETING STRATEGIES, AND BUSINESS PLANNING. -SERVICES PROVIDED: -ONE-ON-ONE MENTORSHIP -TRAINING ON DEBT MANAGEMENT, BUDGETING, AND SAVINGS -WEBINARS ON BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND FINANCIAL LITERACY -IMPACT: DURING THE REPORTING PERIOD, 21 PARTICIPANTS SUCCESSFULLY LAUNCHED THEIR BUSINESSES, COMPLETING CRITICAL STEPS SUCH AS OBTAINING BUSINESS LICENSES AND IMPLEMENTING BUSINESS PLANS.