United Way of St. Thomas-St. John has received a $20,000 grant to be awarded to local social service agencies on either island.
The grant was received from the estate of founding member of United Way, Captain Edward Robertson. It is intended for use in helping community groups who deal with youth in crisis.
United Way Board President Yanick Bayard said "The United Way is very excited about this grant. Whether the grant is awarded to one or more agencies, it will help address their more urgent or emerging needs."
She thanked past president, Rosalie Ballentine for spearheading the initiative.
The grant, which is called a Venture Grant, is available to community organizations in existence for at least two years, and whose programs target the needs of youth, particularly in the areas of substance abuse, school violence, domestic abuse, child abuse and services for exceptional children or the learning disabled.
To apply for a grant contact the United Way's office on Main Street above Mr. Tablecloth, or call Thyra Hammond at (340) 774-3185 to request an application form and obtain details on the grant review process. The deadline for applications is Nov. 9, 1999.
