Communities That Care (CTC)

Vision Statement

Brookings strives to be a community rooted in safety, belonging, and positive relationships to empower youth.

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What Is Communities That Care?

Led and operated by a Brookings community board, The Communities That Care (CTC) framework takes a practical, evidence-based, outcome-focused approach that involves the whole community in promoting positive youth development for Brookings middle and high school aged youth.

Drawing on SEARCH Institute youth survey data collected by the Brookings School District, the board identifies key risk and protective factors to guide the implementation of targeted, tested and effective programs, policies, and practices that foster long-term healthy behaviors in youth.

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CTC Board Leadership

Jessica Wulf - Chair, Brookings Area Habitat for Humanity

Audra Kelley Fullerton - Vice Chair, Lake House Consulting

Rose Baerenwald - Secretary, First Lutheran Church

Devan Schaefer - Vice Secretary, First Bank & Trust

Tehra Nelson - Coordinator, Brookings Area United Way

Community Efforts & Reports

Community Board Orientation

On January 30th, a Community Board Orientation for the CTC initiative in Brookings was held at the Brookings Health System. Thirty-six leaders across different sectors of the Brookings community came together to explore the CTC framework and build a vision for youth prevention and positive youth development in Brookings.

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The Helpline Center is your free and confidential go-to resource for all non-emergency needs. Dial 211 to reach a resource specialist who can assist with looking for basic needs or local financial assistance options. Dial 988 to reach a crisis counselor who can provide emotional and crisis support or assist with finding local mental health resources fit for your needs.

Brookings Basic Needs Helping Hand Guide - English

Brookings Basic Needs Helping Hand Guide - Spanish

EIN: 23-7151498

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