2015 APPLICATIONS 6.PDF

Created: 02/25/2015
Last updated: 05/20/2015
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General information
Organization Maricopa County Public Health
Contact First name Kaila
Contact Last name Johnson
Contact e-mail kailajohnson@mail.maricopa.gov
Contact phone number 602-372-0674
Address
Street 4041 N. Central Avenue, Suite 1400
City Phoenix
State AZ
ZIP Code 85012
From what tribe is the organization requesting the grant?
Tohono O’odham Nation
Total grant amount request
83,000
The Gila River Indian Community offers multi-year awards. If your organization is requesting a multi-year grant for this
project or program from the Gila River Indian Community, enter the amount to be requested each year.
Amount
Year 1 (Gila River Indian Community Only)
Year 2 (Gila River Indian Community Only)
Year 3 (Gila River Indian Community Only)
Year 4 (Gila River Indian Community Only)
Year 5 (Gila River Indian Community Only)
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Form W9. Request for Taxpayer Give Form to the
(Rev. December 2011) Identification Number and Certification requester. Do not
Department of the Treasury send to the IRS.
Internal Revenue Service
Name (as shown on your income tax return
Maricopa County
2. Business name/disregarded entity name, if different from above
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or
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Specific 301 W Jefferson, Suite 960
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Phoenix, AZ 85003
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to avoid backup withholding. For individuals, this is your social security number (SSN). However, for a
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The Maricopa County Department of Public Health, Office of Tobacco and Chronic Disease
Prevention respectfully submit this request for consideration of funding to the Tohono
O’odham Nation for $83,000. These funds will directly support the Maricopa County Family and
Community Engagement Initiative which will work directly with 10 schools with identified high
needs throughout Maricopa County.
Perceived Need and Proposal:
As schedules become more and more chaotic people often find themselves disconnected from
the things that matter most. This is often the case when families are asked to describe their
involvement in their child’s school and academic life. Schools are looking to find ways to re-
engage busy parents and surrounding community to improve relationships and increase
supports. They schedule meetings where no one shows up, they hold forums with no one to
have a dialogue with and they ask for help from a community who didn’t even know they
needed any. Schools are under more pressure now to perform, to “make the grade”, and to
find time to keep parents and communities engaged and invested in the academic success and
future of their students. Schools understand the importance of engagement and its benefits to
student personal and academic success. They also understand what it means for their own
success as an educational institution.
Over the past decade the Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) has been
actively working with schools around health and wellness and finding ways to connect and
engage families and community. This project will focus on enhancing school based efforts on
family and community engagement specifically as it pertains to school health and wellness
programs and policy. Family and community engagement have shown to strengthen policies
and programs that create safe and healthy learning environments for children and increase the
opportunity for success in college and/or career. Engaging parents in their children’s and
adolescent’s school life is a promising protective factor and research has shown that parents
engagement in schools is closely linked to better student behavior1,2,3 higher academic
achievement4, 5,6 and enhanced social skills7,8. Parent engagement also makes it more likely
that children and adolescents will avoid unhealthy behaviors such as tobacco, alcohol, and
other drug use9,10,11. Currently the MCDPH conducts the Centers for Disease Control’s School
Health Index assessment with over 100 schools in Maricopa County. Through this assessment
1 Epstein J, Sheldon S. Present and accounted for: improving student attendance through family and community involvement. The Journal of Educational Research 2002;95(5):308–318.
2 3 Sheldon SB. Parents' social networks and beliefs as predictors of parent involvement. Elementary School Journal 2002;102(4):301–316.
Flay BR, Allred CG. Long-term effects of the Positive Action Program. American Journal of Health Behavior 2003;27(1):S6–S21.
4 5 El Nokali NE, Bachman HJ, Votruba-Drzal E. Parent involvement and children's academic and social development in elementary school. Child Development 2010;81(3):988–1005.
Jeynes WH. A meta-analysis: the effects on parental involvement on minority children's academic achievement. Education and Urban Society 2003;35:202–218.
6 Jeynes WH. The relationship between parental involvement and urban secondary school student academic achievement: a meta-analysis. Urban Education 2007;42:82–110.
7 8 Sheldon SB. Parents' social networks and beliefs as predictors of parent involvement. Elementary School Journal 2002;102(4):301–316.
9 El Nokali NE, Bachman HJ, Votruba-Drzal E. Parent involvement and children's academic and social development in elementary school. Child Development 2010;81(3):988–1005.
Perry CL, Williams CL, Veblen-Mortenson S, Toomey TL, Komro K, Anstine PS, et al. Project Northland: outcomes of a communitywide alcohol use prevention program during early
adolescence. 10 American Journal of Public Health 1996;86(7):956–965
Storr CL, Ialongo NS, Kellam SG, Anthony JC. A randomized controlled trial of two primary school intervention strategies to prevent early onset tobacco smoking. Drug and Alcohol
Dependence2002;66:51–60. 11 Guilamo-Ramos V, Jaccard J, Dittus P, Gonzalez B, Bouris A, Banspach S. The Linking Lives health education program: a randomized clinical trial of a parent-based tobacco use prevention
program for African American and Latino Youths. American Journal of Public Health2010;100(9):1641–1647.

MCDPH has been able to identify over 30 schools that have identified the need for improved
family and community engagement. These schools are often in areas where several health
disparities impact its residents, resources are scarce and a larger percentage of the population
is also impacted by low socio-economics.
MCDPH will continue to use the School Health Index (SHI) which is evidence based assessment
tool developed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The goal of this assessment
is to enable schools to identify strengths and weakness of health and safety policies and
programs which impact all participants in the school setting. Using the assessment tool schools
will have the necessary information to develop a School Health Implementation Plan (SHIP) for
improving student and staff health along with developing policies and protocols that will
enhance health and wellness practices and promote a culture of wellness at the school level.
The SHI is based on the Coordinated School Health model which is a systematic approach used
to improve the health and well-being of all students including staff so they can fully participate
and be successful during and long after their academic careers. Both the assessment and
model is a cornerstone of public health assessment and intervention in the school setting and
will help guide schools to a much more sustainable practice of school health and wellness.
In addition to the SHI and SHIP other programs that have been used and or developed over the
years as part of family and community engagement education and outreach are Tobacco
Prevention and Cessation, Parent Ambassadors, CATCH: Coordinated Approach to Child Health,
STAND: Students Taking a New Direction in addition to others. For this specific project MCDPH
will work to incorporate programs such as Parent Ambassadors and “Let’s Talk” Workshops for
Parents (Streets of Success) which specifically focus on the education and advocacy training of
families and community to help schools and students achieve academic success in a healthy and
supportive learning environment. MCDPH believes these programs are an essential component
to a comprehensive approach to community and parent engagement in conjunction with
connecting schools with community based resources and partnerships that can help build
engagement, advocacy, and sustainable health and wellness efforts.
Funding will be awarded to participating schools to ensure a successful implementation of the
SHI and SHIP, in addition to supporting costs of implementation of family and community
engagement strategies. Programs activities will include:
 A comprehensive School Health Index assessment.
 School Health Implementation Plan development with a focus on family and community
engagement goals and outcomes.
 Training, capacity building and technical assistance via in person training, webinars, and
web-based resources to school administration and staff on family and community
engagement.
 Training, capacity building and technical assistance via in person training, webinars, and
web-based resources to families and community directly affiliated with school and/or
school district. Programs: Parent Ambassadors, “Let’s Talk” Workshops for Parents
(Streets of Success).

 Family and community engagement end of year events focused on school/student
health and wellness in partnership with internal and external partners.
 End of year report with sustainability plan for family and community engagement for
each school.
 Post participation evaluations will be conducted to determine outcomes and success of
program implementation.
Funding Priority:
This proposal’s work aligns with the Tohono O’odham Nation’s Education Priority.
Population of Focus
The population of focus for this grant will vary on need through assessment. Schools
throughout Maricopa County are assessed and will be eligible to participate in this program.
The majority of these communities are often considered to be high need and high health
disparities.
Budget:
Maricopa County Family and Community Engagement Initiative
Tohono O'odham Nation Request
Item Basis TOTAL
School Based Services
School level implementation funds to be awarded to school for 10 schools x $40,000
the completion of SHI and development SHIP $4,000
School Champion/Coordinator stipend to cover additional work 10 $10,000
requests not funded by school coordinators x
$1000
Materials and Supplies
Toolkit development and curriculum modifications to Parent $8,000
Ambassadors and Streets of Success Parent Outreach, in addition
to other outreach and web-based efforts
Development and Implementation of Professional Development $7,000
for school staff and families/communities
Printing (presentations, guidelines, toolkits, etc.) for participants $3,000
Meetings/trainings/presentations $3,000
Food for community and parent engagement events $8,000
Promotional and educational material for trainings and outreach $4,000
Total $83,000

MARICOPA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT MATCHING/IN-KIND CONTRIBUTION
15% Program Supervisor $8,700
25% Specialist $11,440
25% Specialist $11,440
Printing (additional material) $1,250
Data collection and evaluation $3,000
Meetings/trainings/presentations
Total In-Kind Costs $35,830
Total Requested to Tohono O’odham Nation $83,000
Total project value $118,830
Additional Funding Requests
MCDPH submitted a grant application in May 2015 to the Gila River Indian Tribe for the
Maricopa County Teacher Health and Wellness Initiative. We have not received notification of
funding or funding for the program. No additional funding request has been submitted for the
Maricopa County Family and Community Engagement Initiative.
Prior 12% Distribution Received
2014 for Parent Ambassador Program $50,000
2011 for Mobile STD Services $150,000
Contacts
Program Supervisor:
Lilliana Cardenas, MSW, Prevention Program Education Supervisor
lillianacardenas@mail.maricopa.gov ; tel: 602-639-0278; fax: 602-372-8499
4041 N. Central Ave. Suite 1400, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Laurie Thomas, MPA, Administrator, Office of Tobacco and Chronic Disease
lauriethomas@mail.maricopa.gov ; tel: 602-372-8436; fax: 602-372-8499
4041 N. Central Ave. Suite 1400, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Priority Area: This proposal’s work aligns with the Tohono O’odham Nation’s Education priority.
Although the work implemented is via a Public Health lens, it is tailored to fit the needs of the
schools seeking to improve community and parent engagement.

Maricopa County Family and Community Engagement Initiative
Tohono O'odham Nation Request
Item Basis
TOTAL
School Based Services
School level implementation funds to be awarded to
school for the completion of SHI and development 10 schools x $4,000 $40,000
SHIP
School Champion/Coordinator stipend to cover 10 coordinators x
$10,000
additional work requests not funded by school $1000
Materials and Supplies
Toolkit development and curriculum modifications
to Parent Ambassadors and Streets of Success
$8,000
Parent Outreach, in addition to other outreach and
web-based efforts
Development and Implementation of Professional
Development for school staff and $7,000
families/communities
Printing (presentations, guidelines, toolkits, etc.) for
$3,000
participants
Meetings/trainings/presentations $3,000
Food for community and parent engagement events $8,000
Promotional and educational material for trainings
$4,000
and outreach
Total $83,000
MARICOPA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT MATCHING/IN-KIND CONTRIBUTION
15% Program Supervisor $8,700
25% Specialist $11,440

25% Specialist $11,440
Printing (additional material) $1,250
Data collection and evaluation $3,000
Meetings/trainings/presentations
Total In-Kind Costs $35,830
Total Requested to Tohono O’odham Nation $83,000
Total project value $118,830

MARICOPA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
GRANTS/CONTRACT UNIT
NEW GRANT OPPORTUNITY
PRE-APPLICATION SURVEY
GUIDELINES FOR GRANT APPLICATION SUBMITTAL
Below are the guidelines for initial grant application per the Maricopa County Policy for Administering
Grants A2505 which can be found at http://ebc.maricopa.gov/pp/admin/pdf/A2505.pdf.
PRE GRANT SUBMISSION
Division/Department/Programs are not required to obtain Board of Supervisors approval prior to
submitting an application for grant funding provided the grant meets the following requirements:
(1) There is no matching requirement of funds;
(2) Indirect costs are fully recoverable; and
(3) There is no future or ongoing contributions required after the grant period ends.
In addition, the Director of the Department shall certify that the grant being applied for meets the above
requirements.
DEVIATING FROM THE REQUIREMENTS
Division/Department/Programs that wish to apply for grants that do NOT meet one or more of the
above requirements MUST obtain Board of Supervisors approval prior to submission of the grant
application.
Division/Department/Programs are required to obtain the approval of the Board of Supervisors prior to
submitting an application for grant funding for any type of deviation from this policy including full
indirect cost recovery.
Division/Department/Programs may seek approval for both the Grant Submittal and Grant Award
Acceptance at the pre-submission stage, provided that all terms of the grant are in compliance with this
policy and the information presented to the Board of Supervisors is consistent. Please work with your
program’s Contract Administrator to ensure the proper information is provided.
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MARICOPA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
GRANTS/CONTRACT UNIT
NEW GRANT OPPORTUNITY
PRE-APPLICATION SURVEY
The purpose of the Pre-Application Survey is to allow a department within Public Health to apply for a
new grant opportunity that meets the department’s mission and vision, and complies with Maricopa
County and the department’s policy and procedures.
Division/Department/Program completes this survey if the grant applying for is new to Public Health.
Please contact your division’s Contract Administrator if you have any questions.
SECTION I (boxes expand when typing information)
A. Name of Division / Department / Program:
Community Transformation/ OTCDP/Prevention
B. Program Administrator Name:
Lee Connelly
C. Grant Funder Name:
Tohono O’odham
D. Name of Grant:
Tribal Revenue Sharing
E. Grant Due Date:
TBD
SECTION II
A. Will this grant address a mandated service?
No
B. What community needs will this grant address if awarded?
This project will focus on enhancing school based efforts on community and parent engagement as it pertains to
school health and wellness programs and policy. Community and parent engagement have shown to strengthen
policies and programs that create healthy learning environments for children and increase the opportunity for
success in college and/or career. Currently the MCDPH conducts the Centers for Disease Control’s School Health
Index assessment with over 100 schools in Maricopa County. Through this assessment we have been able to
identify over 20 schools throughout Maricopa County that have highlighted the need for improved community and
parent engagement. These schools are often in areas where several health disparities are present and a larger
percentage of the population is impacted by lower wages making resources scarce in the school setting.
C. What evidenced-based curriculum/theory is this grant based on?
The School Health Index is an evidence based assessment developed by the Centers for Disease Control and
Prevention. The goal of this assessment is to enable schools to identify strengths and weakness of health and
safety policies and programs which impact all participants in the school setting. Using the assessment schools will
have the necessary information to develop an action plan for improving student and staff health along with
developing policies and protocols that will enhance health and wellness practices and promote a culture of
wellness at the school level. The Coordinated School Health model is a systematic approach used to improve the
health and well-being of all students including staff so they can fully participate and be successful during and long
after their academic careers. There are eight components to this model: health education, physical education,
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MARICOPA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
GRANTS/CONTRACT UNIT
NEW GRANT OPPORTUNITY
PRE-APPLICATION SURVEY
health services, nutrition services, counseling, psychological and social services, healthy and safe school
environments, staff wellness, and family and community involvement. Both the assessment and model is a
cornerstone of public health assessment and intervention in the school setting.
D. How is this grant consistent with the current MCDPH and program’s mission?
This grant would allow us to expand on the current partnership we have with schools and help them to create
healthy school communities by specifically addressing community and parent engagement. It also would allow us
to connect these schools further with internal and external partnerships and resources via our Health
Improvement Partnerships, Parent Ambassador program, School Health Advisory Councils and additional programs
and networks which MCDPH is linked with.
E. How this grant is consistent with the current MCDPH and program’s Managing for Results objectives?
Currently this grant is aligned with the ADHS Action Plan for outreach to schools using the School Health Index. It
is not directly connected to the MFR numbers that are currently collected for the work within prevention.
F. Could the program/service for this grant be outsourced to other community organizations? Please explain.
This grant would allow us to expand on current partnerships and services offered to our schools. The majority of
the funds will be used to support schools directly with the implement of their action plans. The role of MCDPH
would be specific to providing training, technical assistance, capacity building and implementation planning.
G. How would staffing be affected? i.e. create new positions, additional responsibilities for current personnel
etc.
No new positions would be created. A portion of the funds would be used to train current staff to fulfill
requirements set forth by supervisor to ensure proper implementation of grant proposed plan.
H. Does the division/department/program have the capacity/infrastructure to manage this grant?
The infrastructure for this project is already in place with the current School Health Index work that MCDPH is
doing.
I. What resources would MCDPH and/or division/department/program need for this grant to be successful?
MCDPH will tap into the strength of the HIP-MC to reach out to internal and external partners already working
with schools. Additional funds are needed to provide “seed” funding to schools to help them assess and develop
sustainable programs and or policy that will help them create healthy learning environments that will remain long
after MCDPH is personally connected to them.
J. Briefly describe the benefit(s) of the grant to MCDPH and the division/department/program?
This grant would allow us to pull together several divisions and teams that are currently working with schools to
address health and wellness, especially those with a special interest in community and parent engagement. It
would allow us to further assess current engagement strategies or lack thereof via the School Health Index and
School Health Implementation Plans to create stronger models and help provide the necessary education and
training needed to build sustainability. This pilot and its findings would be shared internally as well as externally
with ADHS and ADE as a larger plan to address the need for stronger community and parent engagement efforts to
address school health and the creation of healthy learning environments.
SECTION III
A. Does this grant require “match funds” from MCDPH? If yes, what is the percent and/or dollar amount?
No
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MARICOPA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH
GRANTS/CONTRACT UNIT
NEW GRANT OPPORTUNITY
PRE-APPLICATION SURVEY
B. Is indirect cost fully recoverable? If no, what is the allowable indirect rate?
No
C. Does this grant require future/ongoing contributions?
No
D. What is the type of grant payment? i.e. cost reimbursement, one time lump sum, flat fee etc.
One time lump sum.
SIGNATURES DATE
Program Manager/Administrator
Division Director
Department Director
Department Director certifies that the grant being applied for by the department meets the pre grant submission requirements.
GRANT/CONTRACT REVIEW DATE
Grant/Contract Administrator
Notes:
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Organization NABI Foundation
Contact First name GinaMarie
Contact Last name Scarpa
Contact e-mail gmscarpa@nabifoundation.org
Contact phone number 602-697-7016
Address
Street PO Box 25606
City Phoenix
State AZ
ZIP Code 85002-5606
From what tribe is the organization requesting the grant?
Tohono O’odham Nation
Total grant amount request
50,000.00
The Gila River Indian Community offers multi-year awards. If your organization is requesting a multi-year grant for this
project or program, enter the amount to be requested each year.
Amount
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
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INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY
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CINCINNATI, OH 45201
Employer Identification Number:
Date: MAY 2 7 2010 43-1967299
DLN:
17053313333039
NABI FOUNDADATION Contact Person:
6125 N CENTRAL AVE STE 16 ZENIA LUK ID# 31522
PHOENIX, AZ 85012 Contact Telephone Number:
(877) 829-5500
Accounting Period Ending:
December 31
Public Charity Status:
170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
Form 990 Required:
Yes
Effective Date of Exemption:
November 4, 2009
Contribution Deductibility:
Yes
Addendum Applies:
No
Dear Applicant:
We are pleased to inform you that upon review of your application for tax
exempt status we have determined that you are exempt from Federal income tax
under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Contributions to you are
deductible under section 170 of the Code. You are also qualified to receive
tax deductible bequests, devises, transfers or gifts under section 2055, 2106
or 2522 of the Code. Because this letter could help resolve any questions
regarding your exempt status, you should keep it in your permanent records.
Organizations exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Code are further classified
as either public charities or private foundations. We determined that you are
a public charity under the Code section(s) listed in the heading of this
letter.
Please see enclosed Publication 4221-PC, Compliance Guide for 501(c)(3) Public
Charities, for some helpful information about your responsibilities as an
exempt organization.
Letter 947 (DO/CG)

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NADI FOUNDADATION
We have sent a copy of this letter to your representative as indicated in your
power of attorney.
Sincerely,
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Rulings and Agreements
Enclosure: Publication 4221-PC
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NABI FOUNDATION
Tohono O’odam Nation 12% Gaming Distribution
Request for Funding: $50,000.00
I. PERCEIVED NEED
Native American athletes are among the most talented in the world athletically and academically,
but with some reservations being desolate and isolated, Native youth are unable to showcase
their talent to secure college athletic scholarships. According to the National Center for
Education Statistics graduation rates are crucially low for Native students. In 2010, 51% of
Native students received a high school diploma with dropout rates double the national average.
As a subset of the overall population, American Indian youth face immense health, mental
health, education attainment, economic, social, and countless other challenges at staggering rates
when compared to the general population. The Center for Disease Control (2012) reports that
young adults ages 15-24, approximately 100-200 attempts. In 2011, a national sample of youth
grades 9-12 16% of youth reported considering attempting suicide; furthermore, Native youth
rates indicate:
 Suicide as the 2nd leading cause of death between the ages of 15-34.
 Violence including intentional injuries, homicide and suicide make up 75% of
deaths among Native youth.
 Death rates are 2 to 5 times greater than any other cultural age group.
Comprising less than 1% of students in the public school system, the Native youth graduation
demographic is dismal wherein more youth engage in high risk behaviors related to use of
substances at an alarming rate (National Center for Education Statistics)(SAMHSA).
In addition, a high prevalence of risk factors, Type II Diabetes effects Native youth ages 10-19
and continues to grow at an alarming rate. The CDC reports one of the highest rates of diabetes
in the world is among the Pima of Arizona. Furthermore, binge alcohol use is higher among
American Indian and Alaskan Native adults than the national average (30.6 percent vs. 24.5
percent) wherein one 1 in 8 seeks treatment to combat drug or alcohol use.
According to recent census data, American Indians make up approximately 5.3% percent of the
6.7 million people in Arizona. The NABI Foundation hosts a multitude of tribes and indigenous
populations from Arizona, the continental US, Alaska, Canada and New Zealand. The Native
youth that attend NABI programs represent a combined total of 125 tribes and communities
wherein these unique challenges impact their daily lives. Over 1800 Native youth currently
attend the NABI Basketball tournament and are required to attend at least two education
seminars offered during the week of the tournament. With the addition of a youth educational
summit, NABI would provide an opportunity all Native youth (athletes and non-athletes), to
attend the workshops and engage with Native and Indigenous high school athletes from all over
North America. By opening up our summit to non-athletic students, NABI would be increasing
education, prevention and life skills topics for additional 700 youth participants, ages 13 to 19.

Many of the youth participants live in communities typically underserved with youth leadership
development, civic engagement opportunities, and lack educational and financial resources to
enhance their future. According to the US Census, one-third of American Indians reside on
reservations and remote rural areas limiting access to higher education. Although enrollment in
colleges has doubled among American Indian / Alaskan Native students, they are still less likely
to complete their education program to earn a bachelor’s degree or higher in comparison to non-
Native students and account for less than 1% of those who have earned a bachelor’s degree
(71.8% of whites, 9.8% of African Americans, 7.9% of Hispanics, and 7% of Asian/Pacific
Islanders – National Center for Education Statistics, Status and Trends in Education of American
Indians and Alas Natives, 2008; National Congress of American Indians, 2006; National Center
for Education Statistics, 2005; U.S. Department of Education, Institute of Education Sciences,
National Center for Education Statistics, and 2005 National Indian Education Study. Over the
span of a lifetime, college graduates earn 60% more than high school graduates resulting in
opportunities to increase earning potential, healthcare, and overall livelihood (National Center
for Education Statistics; College Board study).
II. HOW PROPOSAL WILL ADDRESS THE NEED
Because NABI draws the attention of thousands of Native American youth to our annual
basketball tournament, we have implemented educational components that will encourage our
participants to explore higher education. Some of those components are a College & Career Fair
where every participant must attend. The College & Career Fair features colleges and
universities from all of the US. Their representatives are available to discuss the many
opportunities that await our youth. We also host Educational Seminars. The seminars host guest
speakers, who represent leaders in their fields, to inspire our youth to keep their options open and
explore different career choices.
With the success of NABI Basketball, our College & Career Fair and Education Seminars the
NABI Foundation desires is to expand opportunities to our Native Youth by developing an the
NABI Youth Educational Summit during our basketball invitational week. The summit will be
open to “any” Native American high school student, with the focus being on our Arizona youth.
The summit is designed to introduce opportunities for youth and will be aimed at exploring
career and higher education goals. Workshop presentations will include topics related to:
education goal setting, career options, financial resources, identifying community mentors, test
preparation topics, college and career programs, four year academic plan development, healthy
and positive life choices and service / volunteer opportunities. The summit will also include a
night of cultural celebration.
Goal 1: By August 1, 2016, 2500 youth ages 13-19 will attend the College & Career fair.
Youth will be exposed to education information and opportunities.
Goal 2: By August 1, 2016, 2500 youth ages 13-19 will attend the Youth Educational
Summit to include workshops on suicide prevention, college/career preparedness,
building positive character traits, developing leadership skills and life skills, and
the importance of volunteerism.

NABI Youth Educational Summit Objectives
 Increase prevention and awareness of high risk behaviors that impede academic success.
 Introduce education topics that will increase knowledge of high school and higher
education or career technical education goals.
 Challenge youth to pursue academic rigor and excellence.
 Increase awareness of global economic, social, and political issues that impact their
education.
 Educate youth on college preparation requirements and entrance assessments, job
application skills, and resume development.
 Inspire Native American high school athletes and youth to develop compassion by
engaging in service activities in their communities.
III. Population NABI Youth Educational Summit will serve
The Tohono O’odam Nation State Shared Revenue Program will help support three of five
priority funding areas: Education, Healthcare, and Public Safety. This grant request will target
youth from our Arizona Tribes, which make up over 50% of the youth attending NABI. The
funds granted from this request will be restricted funding for serving the Arizona youth only.
IV. Related Funding Requests
Gila River Indian Community-pending
Fort McDowell Yavapai Nation-pending
V. Past 12% Distribution
The NABI Foundation has never received a 12% distribution from Tohono O’odam
In 2013, the NABI Foundation, in partnership with the City of Phoenix Neighborhood Services
received a 12% distribution for the Gila River Indian Community in the amount of $25,000.
VI. Designated Contact Person(s):
1. Main Contact: GinaMarie Scarpa
Cell: 602-697-7016
gmscarpa@NABIFoundation.org
2. Secondary Contact: Angelo Johnson
Cell: 602-314-0506
ajohnson@NABIFoundation.org
Office: 480-446-7053
Fax: 480-446-7052
PO Box 25606
Phoenix, AZ 85002-5606

VII. Priority Areas
A. Education Priority
NABI prides itself in serving Native youth through community partnerships, sports, and
education and prevention programs NABI implements. This is accomplished by making cultural
global awareness at the NABI tournament meet and greet reception wherein all team players and
their coaches are invited to participate in a wide variety of ice breaking activities. Educational
seminars are presented throughout the week for all youth and coaches. Addressing topics related
to college, career and life. Guest speakers range from community leaders to professional
athletes. The focus of speaking topics include: suicide prevention, college and career
preparedness, building positive character traits, developing leadership skills and life skills, and
the importance of volunteerism and giving back.
B. Healthcare Priority
Social, emotional, and physical health are critical areas of concerns impacting the target
population. The summit will address health prevention topics related to suicide, substance use,
and nutrition. NABI seeks to combat Type II Diabetes and promote healthy choices education
with the intent to increase awareness of high risk behaviors that impede academic success and
healthy living.
C. Public Safety Priority
The education summit will address leadership and civic responsibility skill sets as key
components through volunteerism and the importance of community engagement with local
grass roots organizations and schools encouraging community involvement. The summit will
provided uniquely designed education topics motivating youth the be actively involved in their
communities by promoting individual and public safety through healthy living, life style choices,
and staying positively active in their neighborhoods and surrounding communities.
The Center for Social development defines civic engagement as “social action that makes a
difference at a local, national, or international level”. Youth are more inclined to engage in the
communities they are connected to and therefore are committed to making positive decisions,
participate in extracurricular activities, perform better in school and less likely to choose risk
behaviors (Corporation for National and Community Service, 2005).

2016 NABI
Youth Educational Summit
Expenses
Catering $ 120,000.00 Participant Meals
Contractor Expenses $ 20,000.00 Speakers and Workshop Staff
Entertainment $ 5,000.00
Equipment Rental $ 4,600.00
Facility Rentals $ 10,000.00
Insurance $ 5,000.00
Legal & Professional Fees $ 1,500.00
Payroll/ Staff $ 9,800.00
Postage $ 375.00
Printing $ 7,500.00
Promotional Items $ 6,000.00
Security $ 1,700.00
Supplies $ 15,000.00
Travel $ 7,500.00 Travel for Speakers and Workshop Staff
Total $ 213,975.00
Request from Tohono O'odam Nation $ 50,000.00