ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM

Support for keiki impacted by abuse, neglect, or other traumatic experiences.

The Friends of the Children’s Justice Center of Kaua‘i Enhancement Program provides financial support for youth ages 0-17 to support healing, well-being, and positive opportunities.

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About the program

The Enhancement Program was created to provide additional support and opportunities for youth impacted by trauma. Through partnerships with professionals in the community, FCJC helps remove barriers and connect youth with meaningful resources and experiences that support healing, resilience, and the ability for youth to grow and thrive.

WHO CAN SUBMIT A REQUEST?

The Enhancement Program is available through requests submitted by professionals supporting youth impacted by trauma.

Requests must be submitted by providers such as social workers, therapists, advocates, case managers, MDT members and other professionals working with the youth.

Youth may be considered for support if they:

  • Are between the ages of 0-17; and

  • Have experienced abuse, neglect, or other traumatic experiences

Priority is given to youth who have participated in a forensic interview or medical exam through the Children’s Justice Center of Kaua‘i. Other requests are based on the circumstances, needs, and potential benefit to the youth.

EXAMPLES OF SUPPORT

The Enhancement Program may support items, services, and activities that promote healing, well-being, healthy development and positive opportunities for youth.

Examples may include:

Basic Needs

  • Clothing and personal items

  • Essentials supplies

Educational Support

  • School supplies

  • Tutoring

  • Educational resources

Therapeutic + Wellness Supports

  • Therapy-related supports

  • Activities that promote emotional well-being and healthy coping

Enrichment + Positive Experiences

  • Camp registration

  • After-school programs

  • Gym memberships or activities fees

  • Hula, music, art, or other enrichment activities

Requests are reviewed individually. Funding is not guaranteed and is based on available resources and the potential benefit to the youth.

before you submit

To help us review your request, please have the following information available:

  • Youth information

  • Description of the requested item, service, or activity

  • Estimated cost or funding amount requested

  • Information about how the request will support the youth’s healing, well-being, development, or access to positive opportunities

  • Relevant circumstances or barriers that may impact the youth’s access to the requested support

  • Information needed to process payment, if the request is approved

Please note:

  • Requests are reviewed individually and submission does not guarantee approval or funding.

  • Please allow up to 10 business days for review and processing.

  • If support is needed within a shorter timeframe, we will make every effort to accommodate the request; however, expedited processing cannot be guaranteed and is subject to available funding and Board review.

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Need assistance?

We’re happy to help answer questions about the Enhancement Program, eligibility, or submitting a request.

Please contact:

Friends of the Children’s Justice Center of Kaua‘i
enhancement@kauaifcjc.org