1. Rural Youth in Poverty By: Scott Manders

2. Rural Youth in Poverty Rural youth are 22% more likely to live in poverty Less education attained Fewer Job Possibilities Poorly developed social skills Risky sexual behavior and teen pregnancy Early marriage Tobacco, alcohol, and drug use Delinquency

3. Proposal I propose to create an organization for the youth of rural communities. A place for teenagers to hang out and learn different skills. A place to increase self-esteem and social skills. A place to learn about a better future. An opportunity for teenagers to give back to the community.

4. Opportunities Tutoring Homework assistance Mentoring Program Social activities Job Fair Career day Volunteering Educational Programs

5. The Organization Located near school Study rooms Computers Game room Televisions Snack bar

6. Computer/Study Room

7. Game Room

8. Working in Community

9. Benefits Keep teenagers out of trouble Encourage focus on education Learn job and social skills Create future citizens who give back to the community Break the cycle of poverty Good Clean Fun!