Bright Futures for Youth | Serving Nevada County

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By the Numbers

Students Experiencing Homelessness

An estimated 172 high school students in Nevada County were homeless in 2018, a 36% increase compared to 2014, according to the Nevada County Superintendent of Schools.

School Lunch

About 60% of children depend on the school lunch program for at least one of their meals every weekday in Nevada County, a dramatic increase from 5% in 1995.

MediCal

25% of families depend on MediCal for health coverage or have no insurance in Nevada County (U.S. Census Bureau).

Better Behavior and Attendance with After-School Programs

Nationally, 77% of parents report improved behavior in students who participated in after-school programs and 74% report improved student attendance, according to the Afterschool Alliance.

Challenges to Healthy Food

Almost 7% of low-income families do not live close to a grocery store in Nevada County, more than double the rate in California, according to the most recent Community Health Needs Assessment report.

12% Poverty

About one of every eight households (12%) lives in poverty in Nevada County, including many children (U.S. Census Bureau).

4 out of 5 Parents

Four out of five parents in low-income communities across the country say after-school programs help working parents keep their jobs, according to the Afterschool Alliance.

7 in 10 Teens

Seven in 10 U.S. teens said anxiety and depression was a major problem in their community during a survey in 2019, according to the Pew Research Center.

Every $1 Saves $3

Every $1 invested in after-school programs nationally saves at least $3 by increasing earning potential, improving academic achievement and reducing juvenile crime (Afterschool Alliance).

Teen Suicide Rate Increasing

The teen hospital admission rate for suicidal behavior has doubled during the past decade, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics.

2023 Heart of Gold Gravel Race Festival: Vendors, Food, Live Music and More

Saturday, Oct. 7, 12-4 p.m. Rood Center, 950 Maidu Ave., Nevada City Hundreds of experienced bike riders – many from the Bay Area and Southern California – will compete in the third annual Heart of Gold, which starts and finishes at the Rood Center. Whether you are competing, supporting a rider or just enjoy a […]

Some helpful tips for making the school year a success

Students are returning to school, and the often-lazy days of summer will be replaced with the almost-always busy days of school. Students will face busy schedules and stress as they deal with classes, homework, tests, sports, clubs, after-school events and even drama (uh, the emotional kind, not the performing arts version). How can parents make […]