Support Provided

Some of the many ways DuCAP works with communities

Community Organizing

Recruit & organize Adult support teams (committees) and Youth planning teams (committees)
Organize volunteers to plan & run activities, programs, events and clubs while also assisting them with building a solid infrastructure to maintain as a support unit while also possibly growing to new locations and or new activities.
Foster community involvement in improving the quality and health of neighborhood life
Establish volunteer committees to serve as a formal advisors for communities
Recruit participants
Recruit professional speakers and/or skilled talent
Provide positive role models & constructive activities in order to mold a safer & more productive community
Organize & coordinate volunteers, partners, and supporters that can and/or may provide support by actively responding to the needs & concerns of the community
Recruit & organize local residents to develop & become involved in the promotion of positive youth development activities

Secure a venue, space, and/or location to host an activity, event, program, etc.
Develop & implement direct services programs, clubs, events, and activities that positively engage youth in their local communities
Increase youth participation in programs and activities
Create and/or enhance opportunities for youth to make positive choices while building character
Technical assistance
Secure donations, sponsorships, or funding sources to cover costs for materials, supplies, etc.
Assist participants, volunteers, and supporters in identifying and utilizing available resources
Marketing and promotion of activities, events, programs, etc.
Design of an activity and/or program
Training and/or screening (background check, etc.) for volunteers
Support efforts to alleviate conditions that put youth at risk

Serve as an advocate on behalf of youth & adult residents within the community & its established areas
Recognize the needs & concerns of individuals and communities to advocate for programs, services, and consideration to ensure that neighborhoods are healthy environments to live in