WHO WE ARE

Ms. Evelyn K. Davis and Her Legacy For more than 30 years she faithfully nurtured the needs of the whole family while caring for children whose parents were working to support their families. From 1966 to 1989, Evelyn directed the child care center that was seen as a lighthouse of hope for many in the community, while setting the standard for day care services in Iowa. She also connected with city and political leaders to make a difference across the city. Through her community leadership and advocacy for families, she worked tirelessly to see that the less-privileged received needed family support services so they could access jobs and education. She planted the seeds of hope.

Community Funders and Partners Community Foundation of Greater Des Moines Des Moines Area Community College United Way of Central Iowa Prairie Meadows City of Des Moines Greater Des Moines Partnership Annie E. Casey Foundation Des Moines Public Schools Community Based Organizations Community Leaders Neighborhood Associations

Coalition of the Willing Met monthly since October, 2010 Listening and paying attention to everyone’s needs Nearly 200 hundred meetings and conference calls Six different subcommittees Over a hundred people with input Over 4400 volunteer hours in the planning and implementation

Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families Opened in 2012 in response to community feedback Built around the Center for Working Families Model 801 University Ave Des Moines, IA 50314

Community College a good Fit for the CWF Model Financial reasons are often a barrier that keeps students from persisting in college. Motivated population committed to getting ahead financially and is often combining work and school. Colleges already have most of the CWF elements in place but may not be connected in ways that work for students. Offers a framework for connections to community- based partners ( i.e., free tax prep, financial literacy).

Strategic Approach of EKD

Strategic Approach of EKD Income and work supports Financial Literacy and Asset Building Use of data to drive service delivery Pathway for Education and Training Bundling of Services

EKD Mission The Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families uses an integrated support service network to help individuals and families achieve success through education, targeted skills training, real work experience and connection to employment opportunities.

Review of Year One Nearly 5,000 people walked into the Center in its first year of operation 988 people overall were impacted from our workforce efforts through placements, training, and navigation 1,000 people improved their overall education 1,500 people were referred to our partners for support services

Review of Year Two Total Bundle Services delivered 8,903 1,346 people overall were impacted from our workforce efforts through placements, training, NCRC, and navigation 700 people who developed a budget or long-term financial plan 2,673 people were referred to our partners for support services

Over 12,000 individuals have walked through our doors Present Day August 2012- Present Day Over 12,000 individuals have walked through our doors Over $25 million dollars of wages generated back into the community through our placement and training efforts Over 3,000 individuals who have improved their financial education and assets

WHAT WE DO

Program The project leaders wanted workforce, education, and training to be the focus points of entry into this model. This made us a unique model compared to other Center for Working Family models, which focused on financial literacy as the entry point around the nation.

Core Services Major Points of Focus We use our integrated support service network to achieve success through bundling 1.)Education and training opportunities 2.)Employment services 3.)Financial Education and Asset Building 4.) Income/Work Supports At the Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families, we’re helping families and individuals improve their financial position and connecting them with their work and career goals.

Job Developers Provide assistance with: Job Search Resumes Job Interview Preparation Job Placement Short Term Certificate Training Employment Plans

In-House Services We provide: NCRC Testing HiSet Short term certificate training Tutoring to students during the school year Basic Computer classes/soft skills training Business Services and Operations Academy Summer Youth Experience Program DMACC Programs

Programs Offered at EKDC

Workforce Training Academy The Workforce Training Academy provides tuition assistance and support services for certificate training in occupations that have been identified as high-growth, high-demand in our region. Certificate Programs Can be found in: Business/Information Technology Health Care Occupations Manufacturing/ Industrial Technology Transportation Contact: Kay Maher Service/Retail 515.697.7710

YouthBuild A seven month program providing: Vocational and Academic Program Construction Training Leadership development Community Service Eligibility: 18-24 years old Needing HiSet or academic support (Priority given to those in need of Hiset)) Contact: Cliff Kessler 515.697.7709

Summer Youth Experience Program Preparing today’s youth with the necessary skills to fill the workforce employee gap expected in future years Goals To emphasize real world expectations To provide real world labor exploration To provide opportunities for career instruction, financial literacy training, academic improvement and social growth Requirements 14-21 10 weeks ( 2 weeks of pre-employment)

Business Services and Operations Academy Central Iowa Works- Financial Services Workforce Partnerships leading the way Based off the Year Up model Learn in-demand technical, business communication, and professional skills for 5 months Succeed in 6 month corporate internships with local corporations Earn a weekly stipend and college credits Requirements High school diploma or HiSet Hungry for an opportunity to succeed

Financial Capability Network One-on-one money coaching Financial Education Money management Budgeting Credit repair Loan Management

Financial Capability Network Chart

Financial Capability Network Goals Increase the availability of customized financial education and one-on-one coaching. Create a budget and a long-term financial plan with all participants. Decrease in use of alternative financial services. Increase number of people who open and maintain bank accounts. Increase Income to self-sufficiency standard Build Savings to 3 months of savings Improve Credit score to 625+ Decrease Debt to-income ratio to less than 40% Increase the knowledge of banking fundamentals

Quote of the Year “The Evelyn K. Davis Center for Working Families has exactly all of the programming and partnerships in one place to truly impact generational poverty. It is a model we need to have across the country. We need to implement these best practices of having programs such as YouthBuild, Gateway to College, the partnerships with community colleges and corporations all within one location.” Dr. Peter B. Edelman Professor of Law Georgetown University