In a check presentation ceremony at East Bend Campus (DCF) in Bend, members from Trinity Episcopal Church recently presented Family Access Network (FAN) with a second grant for a total of $20,000 to support scholarships for extra-curricular activities for students in Bend-La Pine schools. FAN advocates were grateful to receive these funds, as they have noticed more families have needed help to support these activities due to the current economic strain. Access to after-school activities allows students to explore new interests and learn new skills, leading to an increase in self-esteem both in and out of the classroom. "We are so thankful for our continued partnership with Trinity Episcopal Church. Their K.I.D.S Outreach grant helps children living in poverty experience new opportunities and create meaningful mentorships," said Julie N. Lyche, FAN Executive Director. "The incredible support from Trinity Episcopal Church assists in FAN's efforts to help students flou
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The Family Access Network (FAN) is celebrating its 30th anniversary during the 2022-23 school year. FAN started small with a big idea: to connect families to crucial resources so kids can thrive in school and life. In 1992, local community members, school partners, Deschutes County, youth serving agencies, and churches came together to discuss a better way to serve children and families. After researching different models and best practices, these partners came up with the unique idea of FAN. The first two FAN sites were started at Terrebonne Elementary and Thompson Elementary. Now, 30 years later, FAN employs 27 advocates at 65 school sites in Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties. FAN connects children and families in need to essential resources like rent assistance, clothing, food, healthcare, and much more. FAN advocates work tirelessly in Central Oregon schools, giving families a single, dedicated individual to work on their behalf. Removing roadblocks. Helping kids stay in sc
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