Thinking about making a donation to LEAP, or maybe you already are a donor? Either way, this page is for you. You can make a donation and learn about a range of ways to give now and in the future. Information for Donors Give to LEAP LEAP is a non-profit organization and all of our programs are free of charge. We rely on donors like you to carry out our mission. Every dollar you give to LEAP creates new and amazing opportunities for a child or teen. Donations are 100% secure and tax-deductible. To view LEAP's financial documents and learn more about our funding challenges, see our Financial Information page. To learn more about why donating to LEAP matters now more than ever, see our Reasons to Donate to LEAP page. To learn more about ways to make a planned gift to LEAP and how to join the LEAP Legacy Society, see our Planned Giving Options page. Other questions? Contact Rachel at rklinebrown@leapforkids.org Donate Today Make a secure, online donation to support academic and social enrichment for New Haven youth. We hope you will add the 2.3% processing fee to your gift so LEAP receives your full donation. You can donate by credit card or PayPal. Become a Sustaining Donor Monthly recurring gifts provide steady, reliable support. Simply check the "Make this a monthly donation" box when you donate. Make an Honorary Donation Dedicate your donation to a friend or relative to show your appreciation or honor their memory. Please send an email with their name and address with "Honorary Donation" in the subject line to rklinebrown@leapforkids.org, and we will let them know about your donation. Donate by Mail Send your check to LEAP, 31 Jefferson Street, New Haven, CT 06511 . Donations can be made payable to "LEAP." Give Appreciated Stock Support LEAP through the gift of an appreciated asset. Please notify Rachel Kline Brown (rklinebrown@leapforkids.org ) what is being transferred including the number of shares and who the donor is. Donations go to Firm Name: Fidelity Investments DTC: 0226 Account #: 657-221430 Account Name: LDRSHP, EDU, & ATH IN PRTNRSHP Make a Planned Gift & Join LEAP's Legacy Society Remember LEAP in your estate plan for a specific dollar amount or percentage. By doing so, you will become a member of the LEAP legacy society. Click here for more information. Give Through a Donor Advised Fund If you have a donor advised fund, DAF Direct enables you to r ecommend grants to LEAP, directly from your DAF (sponsoring organizations are Fidelity Charitable, Schwab Charitable, or BNY Mellon ). Simply click here go to our personalized Donor Advised Fund page. Once there, you can select the institution, the designation (how the funds should be used) and the amount of the gift. When you click the “Next” button, you will be taken directly to your donor advised fund provider. If your donor-advised fund provider is not listed, contact your provider directly with a request to make a grant to LEAP. LEAP's Tax ID Number: 22-2906574 Donate Donate Donate Donor Privacy Policy: LEAP does not share, sell or trade our donors' names or other personal information with any other entity, nor do we contact our donors on behalf of other organizations.

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Medical Needs Getting Medical Assistance If you are not able to reach your doctor (or your child's doctor) and a family member is showing symptoms, call the Yale New Haven Hospital COVID-19 Call Center: (203) 688-1700. If you do not have health insurance and need medical assistance, including if you are an undocumented immigrant, call Fair Haven Community Health Center which is not charging people without insurance during the crisis (this can also be helpful to immigrants concerned about the "Public Charge" rule). Their number is (203) 777-7411. Both Fair Haven Community Health Center (203) 777-7411 and Cornell Scott - Hill Health Center (203) 503-3000 have tele-health (video with medical staff) and have many options to make their services affordable or even free. Do not avoid health care because of cost! Do not rely on social media or friends for information, go to our Covid-19 Updates page for reliable sources. Getting Tested Several COVID-19 locations are now available in New Haven in multiple neighborhoods, these include sites run by Fair Haven Health Clinic, Cornell Scott Hill Health Center, CVS and Yale New Haven Hospital. They all have slightly different approaches so visit the City of New Haven's testing map tool to find a location that works for you . Mental Health Services Clifford Beers provides mental health services for children and teens. They are providing tele-health (phone and video conference) services for young people in need. Contact them at (203) 772-1270. For emergency/crisis mental health needs for people of all ages, call 211. Need Support & Not Sure Who To Call? Clifford Beers is also operating a Warm Line. You can call it if you just need someone to talk to (in English or Spanish), if you need food and don't know who to turn to, are in need of child/infant supplies (notebooks, diapers, clothes, etc.), need connections to mental health resources, or have questions about volunteer aid, COVID-19 info, or other help. Just call (203) 287-2460. Internet Needs Talking to Kids about COVID-19 Medical Needs COVID-19 Updates Food & Unemployment Free Online Books At Home Activities LEAP Activity Videos

At Home Educational Activities The New Haven Public Schools are providing packets for kids to do school work from home. But that may still leave a lot of time in the day when we kids can be doing fun learning activities. Here are some options: If your child is in LEAP and needs some help with their homework, do not hesitate to contact their counselors or site coordinator via phone or email. Site coordinators can be emailed through the About/Staff section of this website. Scholastic offers activities for children from pre-K through grades 6 and up. The American Federation of Teachers has a wealth of resources to help with learning at home from Pre-K through high school. They also have materials on social-emotional learning and an online discussion community for people to share ideas, lesson plans, and resources. This is a resource that is useful for educators and community youth workers. The New Haven Free Public Library has a wonderful list of free activities, including many that do not require a library card. The State Department of Education and educational consultants in English, Social Studies, Science and Math have gathered resources for families to support their children’s learning. These resources and materials are broken down by grade level (Pre-K through 12th grade). Khan Academy has a variety of rich educational resources and video lessons that parents, teachers, and students can use to structure each day of learning in core subjects and offer introductions to new topics not typically taught in school. Khan Academy is also offering free PSAT and SAT test prep materials and lessons. Attached you will find activities to do at home, courtesy of New Haven Park and Recreations Department. Check out this Calendar of Virtual Field Trips . See the Louvre in France, Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico, or Polar Bears in the Tundra! The Calendar is from April/May but the trips have not expired. Sportsometry is helping 2nd-4th graders with math homework Gather New Haven has compiled online resources for students focused on the natural environment and science. Internet Needs Talking to Kids about COVID-19 Medical Needs COVID-19 Updates Food & Unemployment Free Online Books At Home Activities LEAP Activity Videos

LEAP provides academic and social development programming to young children and teens using a unique model where college and high school students are trained and employed to be mentors and tutors to younger New Haveners. About Us Leadership, Education and Athletics in Partnership, Inc. (LEAP) was founded in 1992 by educators, students, and community activists to address the historic disinvestment in young people of color in our city. Then and now LEAP believes that young people have the intellect, enthusiasm, courage, and leadership potential to make real change. LEAP creates the space and marshals the resources so that young leaders can mentor, educate and care for the children of New Haven. Our mission is to develop the strengths and talents of young leaders who create and implement year-round, neighborhood-based programs designed to achieve positive outcomes for children living in neighborhoods that have historically experienced systemic disinvestment. Who We Are Our Vision In our two community centers and seven neighborhood-based sites, we provide children with a welcoming place to learn, explore and grow, while offering teens and young adults a platform to find their voice and become leaders and role models. Since our founding, LEAP has grown to become a trusted community institution serving and empowering over 1,500 local young people annually. Our Challenge College and high school student counselors provide LEAP’s direct services to younger children. Their work is not easy as the systemic challenges faced by LEAP families are significant: The neighborhoods served by LEAP have child poverty rates ranging from 35% to 58%, more than three times the Connecticut average of 15%. This is why LEAP prides itself on employing over 200 young people and supporting their efforts to graduate high school and get into and graduate from college. We count among our alumni school teachers and principals, nonprofit executives, elected officials, business leaders, and community organizers. Age Groups See our Programs! Multi-Tier Mentorship Model LEAP values the opportunity for young people to grow within our organization, progressively taking on increased responsibility and leadership. Youth are organized into four age groups: Children (ages 7-12), Leaders in Training (ages 13-15), Junior Counselors (high school students), and Senior Counselors (college students). LEAP programming is tailored toward each child’s stage in development. For example, Leaders-in-Training start to take on new responsibilities by interning under counselors. Junior Counselors participate in extensive college prep and career advising to prepare them for high school graduation. Our success is reflected in our high retention rate. Fully one third of our counselors participated in LEAP themselves as children. Work for LEAP! Community and School Centric We serve children who live in five low-income and historically African American and Latino neighborhoods in New Haven: Dixwell, Dwight-Kensington, Fair Haven, the Hill, and Newhallville. LEAP runs our free afterschool and summer programming at New Haven Public Schools located in these communities, as well as at our community center in Wooster Square. In our programs, LEAP seeks to make the entire city available to young people, from library cards and free bus passes to long-term partnerships with the city’s cultural institutions and recreational organizations. Young people at LEAP learn in neighborhood community gardens, hear from guest speakers born and raised in New Haven, read on the New Haven Green, and apply critical thinking and creativity to reimagine a future for their communities. Read our Impact! Year-Round Programming LEAP runs year-round and is split into three components: fall after-school, spring after-school, and summer camp. Our after-school program is three hours a day, Monday-Thursday. Our summer camp is eight hours a day, Monday-Friday. Some stay for several years, moving up through our age groups. LEAP kids love spending time at LEAP's Roslyn Milstein Meyer Community Center, home to our library, swimming pool, computer lab, teaching kitchen, gym, dance studio, and community garden. Join a Program! City's Largest Youth Employer LEAP counselors are trained and paid to do the important and often hard work of mentoring, supervising, and guiding children. LEAP is the largest employer of youth in New Haven: we train and hire over 200 young adults each year. A job at LEAP includes professional development for the future with sessions on resume writing, financial literacy, applying to college, SAT preparation and much more. Employing youth after school and over the summer is proven by research to be highly effective in creating bridges to academic success while making neighborhoods safer for children and teens. Read Testimonials! Make LEAP Children a Part of your Legacy! DONATE

Yakeita Robinson Chief of Staff yrobinson@leapforkids.org Yakeita (she/her/hers) Raised in New Haven, Yakeita first joined LEAP as a Junior Counselor in 2006. Passionate about advancing the social, physical, and emotional well-being of children and youth of color, she continually took on leadership positions within LEAP, from first serving as a Site Coordinator to later managing the Children’s Program. In these roles, she built and maintained relationships with community leaders to improve programming for over 240 LEAP kids. In addition to graduating from Albertus Magnus College with a degree in Psychology with a focus on Child Development, she is a certified medical assistant, having worked at Fair Haven Community Clinic part-time from 2012-2014. As Chief of Staff, Yakeita liaises directly with the New Haven Board of Education and the Housing Authority to ensure LEAP families and kids are equipped with the resources they need to thrive both within and beyond programming. She believes in the importance of giving young people a voice and opportunity, which is one of the many reasons she loves LEAP. Her interests and hobbies include event planning, cosmetology, writing and listening to music, and travel.

LEAP is a great place to work. Here you can find the full time positions that we are currently hiring. Full-Time Positions Available Positions Site Coordinator LEAP (Leadership, Education, and Athletics in Partnership) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Site Coordinator to join our Children's Program team. This full-time, salaried position offers opportunities for growth and leadership within a dynamic organization committed to empowering youth in underserved communities. The Site Coordinator plays a key role in managing LEAP’s community-based programming. Under the guidance of the Children’s Program Director, the Site Coordinator ensures high-quality operations at one of LEAP’s neighborhood sites. This role involves leading and mentoring a team of 20+ high school and college student counselors who deliver academic and social programming for children ages 7-15. Key duties include counselor supervision and mentorship, child and community engagement, and program operations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, experience in youth development, and a passion for working with children in underserved communities. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential. Bilingual (Spanish/English) is a plus. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that makes a real difference in the lives of young people. LEAP offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a supportive and collaborative work environment. During the eight-week summer program, the Site Coordinator must live full-time in the community served. Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter highlighting their relevant experience and qualifications here . LEAP is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Counselor Development Coordinator LEAP (Leadership, Education, and Athletics in Partnership) is seeking an energetic and compassionate Counselor Development Coordinator to join our Programs Team! This full-time, salaried position offers opportunities for growth and leadership within a dynamic organization committed to empowering youth in underserved communities. In this role, you'll lead all aspects of recruiting, hiring, and retaining our incredible youth staff (high school and college students) who serve as Junior Counselors, Senior Counselors, and interns. You'll design and deliver engaging professional development opportunities to help them grow, provide academic advising to support their educational goals and work closely with the Programs Team to create a thriving environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about youth development, has experience working with high school and college students, and understands the needs of diverse learners. Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills are essential, along with a Bachelor's degree and experience in community outreach and recruitment. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organization that makes a real difference in the lives of young people. LEAP offers a competitive salary and benefits package, along with a supportive and collaborative work environment. Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter highlighting their relevant experience and qualifications here . LEAP is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Looking to volunteer instead? See Opportunities

Líderes en Entrenamiento (LITs) Regreso a clases 2023-24 quÉ Líderes en formación (LIT) apoyan a los consejeros senior y junior ofreciéndose como voluntarios con niños más pequeños. También obtienen su propia programación única apropiada para su edad, que incluye apoyo académico, educación para la salud, servicio comunitario y exploración laboral. qui É n El programa LIT de LEAP (después de la escuela y durante el verano) está disponible para adolescentes de 13 a 15 años. A diferencia del programa para niños, los LIT pueden provenir de cualquier vecindario de New Haven. Los LIT reciben un pequeño estipendio y muchos avanzan a otros puestos en LEAP, incluyendo los consejeros juveniles y los instructores de natación. cuándo y dónde El programa después de la escuela funciona de lunes a jueves de 3 pm a 6 pm. El programa de verano es de lunes a viernes de 8 am a 1 pm. Durante el año escolar y el verano, el programa LIT se lleva a cabo en el centro comunitario de LEAP (31 Jefferson St., New Haven CT 06511) Formulario de Aplicación * La aplicación no se guarda automáticamente; Si actualiza o abandona esta página, se perderá cualquier información ingresada. * Para completar la aplicación en español, cambie el botón de traducción a español en la parte superior derecha del formulario a continuación.

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Planned Giving & LEAP Legacy Society Planned Giving Options Become a member of the LEAP Legacy Society by including LEAP in your estate plans. Here are a few ways to do so: Bequest: Remember LEAP in your will One of the simplest and most meaningful planned gifts is to remember LEAP in your will, where you can designate either a specific dollar amount or percentage of your estate to LEAP. Countless young LEAPers will benefit from your foresight to include LEAP in your will, and your generous gesture serves as an example of the values you hold dear. Sample Language: “I give and bequeath to Leadership, Education, and Athletics in Partnership, Inc., a not-for-profit corporation, with principal offices presently located at 31 Jefferson Street, New Haven, CT, 06511, the sum of _____ (or _______% of my estate), to be used for the accomplishment of its general purpose.” Retirement Plans: Name LEAP as a beneficiary, or transfer directly Naming LEAP as a beneficiary of your 401k, IRA, or other retirement accounts is incredibly impactful for your heirs and for LEAP. Retirement accounts that have grown tax-free over time are generally the most desirable assets for charitable giving, as they are taxable to heirs when inherited. Additionally, with an IRA, you can donate up to $100,000 of your required minimum distribution (RMD) annually for those over 72 years old and retired directly to LEAP through a Qualified Charitable Distribution, reducing your adjusted gross income for tax and Medicare payment calculations. Life Insurance: Transfer ownership of a policy or make LEAP a beneficiary Often overlooked as a method of planned giving, there are many ways for a life insurance policy to benefit LEAP. Adding LEAP as a beneficiary of your life insurance policy, transferring ownership of a paid-up life insurance policy to LEAP, or taking out a policy and making LEAP the owner and beneficiary will greatly benefit LEAP and the children we serve. Charitable Trust: Create income for yourself and transfer assets to LEAP later A charitable trust arrangement will allow you to use your assets to create a stream of income for yourself or your beneficiaries. You can transfer the principal assets to LEAP once the trust has terminated, or you can name LEAP as a beneficiary of the generated income, and return the assets to your family after a specified number of years. Questions: Contact us for more information For more information or to talk further about a planned gift, please contact LEAP’s Director of Development, Rachel Kline Brown, at (203) 773-0770 or rklinebrown@leapforkids.org . Please also consult your financial or legal advisor who understands your specific situation before making a planned gift. If you have already included LEAP in a bequest or other planned gift, we thank you and hope you will let us know by contacting Rachel. Legac Society LEAP Legacy Society Those who make planned gifts to LEAP will receive membership in the LEAP Legacy Society, a community of like-minded individuals who love New Haven and truly care about New Haven's youth. In addition to the satisfaction of making a tangible difference in the lives of thousands of children, admission into the LEAP Legacy Society offers the following benefits: An Annual Lunch at LEAP with select Counselors, Program Staff, Board Members, and Executive Director, Henry Fernandez The opportunity, if you agree, to be publicly recognized as a LEAP Legacy Society Member in LEAP publications Recognition at our Annual LEAP Year Event Reception in printed materials and during the program, if you choose A Legacy Society Pin given only to those supporters who have remembered LEAP in their will or estate plan “LEAP’s values align with mine, so I donate to make their work with young people possible now. I plan to keep supporting them when I am gone because I want my legacy to continue to reflect these same values. That is why I am here on earth - to provide for my family and support organizations with missions that align with my values - now and in the future.” If you have included LEAP in your estate plans and wish to be a part of the LEAP Legacy Society, we thank you and hope you will let us know by contacting Rachel at rklinebrown@leapforkids.org . Bob Alvine LEAP Legacy Society Member

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