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Agenda 03/25/2025 Item #16D 1 (Authorize BA to reflect the estimated funding of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program 2025-2026 Continuation from AmeriCorps Seniors)3/25/2025 Item # 16.D.1 ID# 2025-901 Executive Summary Recommendation to approve and authorize the necessary Budget Amendments to reflect the estimated funding of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program 2025-2026 Continuation from AmeriCorps Seniors in the amount of $75,000 with a local match obligation of $32,150. (Housing grants fund 1835 and Housing match fund 1836) OBJECTIVE: To continue to provide uninterrupted operation of the Collier County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) in alignment with the Quality of Place focus area of the Collier County Strategic Plan, by supporting access to health, wellness, and human services. CONSIDERATIONS: The Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) provides volunteer opportunities and program support to retirees and seniors of Collier County who dedicate their time and experience to the community at nearly twenty locations throughout Collier County. The purpose of this program is to provide 133 RSVP volunteers serving residents of Collier County the opportunity to continue their work with various non-profit agencies through the RSVP Program. The RSVP has been co-sponsored by Collier County since 1990. RSVP is a national volunteer program sponsored by AmeriCorps Seniors designed to provide individuals aged 55 years and older with the opportunity to share their abilities, interests, and experiences with their communities. Each year, more than 500,000 volunteers use their experience, skills, and talents through RSVP Projects in the United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. On March 26, 2024, Agenda Item #16. D.8 The Board approved the acceptance of the grant funds for year 1 of the 3- year grant cycle with a performance period of 4/1/2024-3/31/2025. On September 10, 2024, Agenda Item #16.D. 5, the Board approved the application for the continuation of the RSVP grant for year two. The period of performance for year two of this grant is 4/1/2025 – 3/31/2026 for a total of $107,150. AmeriCorps Seniors provides 70% of the financial support to maintain staff and volunteer support of the program. The RSVP Grant has a local match of 30% of the total budget. Historically, Collier County has met the match requirement via a combination of a cash match and in-kind resources. The Collier County general fund has provided the cash match, while Collier County Parks and Recreation has donated the use of activity rooms for the RSVP volunteer-run Bone Builders Program classes to assist the RSVP Program in meeting its in-kind contributions. Community businesses further support the program through donations for volunteer recognition events. Currently, RSVP of Collier County has 137 volunteers presently who served 5,742 volunteer hours in 2024. The following table provides a detailed breakdown of the estimated award amounts, 30% local match, and In-Kind Budget for Year 2: Program Project Estimated Grant Budget AmeriCorps Contribution Local Match In-Kind AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP $107,150 $75,000 $6,150 $26,000 This item is consistent with the Collier County strategic plan objective Quality of Place focus area , by supporting access to health, wellness, and human services.. FISCAL IMPACT: Total program funds are estimated at $107,150. Budget amendments are required to recognize the estimated grant revenue of $75,000 for the RSVP 2025-2026 continuation within the Housing Grant Fund (1835) and $6,150 within the Housing Grant Match Fund (1836), Project 33897. The RSVP grant requires a local match of 30% in the amount of $32,150 which will be met through a combination of local cash match of $6,150 and in-kind from the donation of space at Parks and Recreation facilities for Bone Builders and community donations of $26,000. The local match is available from the annual transfer of General Fund (0001) within the Housing Match Fund (1836) Reserves. GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: There are no Growth Management Impacts associated with this Executive Summary. Page 2943 of 5415 3/25/2025 Item # 16.D.1 ID# 2025-901 LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item has been reviewed by the County Attorney, raises no legal issues and requires majority vote for approval. -JAK RECOMMENDATIONS: Recommendation to authorize the necessary Budget Amendment to reflect the estimated funding of the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program 2025-2026 Continuation from AmeriCorps Seniors in the amount of $75,000 and $6,150 in local match contribution. Total fiscal impact is $81,150. (Housing grants fund 1835 and Housing match fund 1836) PREPARED BY: Meredith Gavin, Program Manager, Senior and Social Services, Community and Human Services ATTACHMENTS: 1. Amendment 24SR273549 AwardNOGA 2. BA 1835 year2 Continuation 3. RSVP 1836 Match - Year 2 continuationR 4. BA 1836 Match 25SR267505 ContinuationR Page 2944 of 5415 Page 1 For Official Use Only The purpose of this award is to assist the grantee in carrying out a national service program as authorized by the Domestic Volunteer Service Act of 1973, as amended (42 U.S.C. Chapter 22). Purpose 94.002CFDA No.: 3299 Tamiami Trl E Ste 700 Naples FL 34112-5749 24SRHFL011Agreement No.: 2Amendment No.: County of Collier Grantee 596000558EIN: 04/01/2024 - 03/31/2027Performance Period: 04/01/2024 - 03/31/2027Budget Period: Corporation for National and Community ServiceNotice of Grant Award Award Information Terms of Acceptance: By accepting funds under this grant, recipient agrees to comply with General Terms and Conditions found at https://americorps.gov/sites/default/files/document/FY2024-General-Terms-Conditions-508-20230919.pdf and the Program Terms and Conditions found at 2024 Terms and Conditions for Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) Grants (americorps.gov). Recipient also agrees to comply with assurances and certifications made in the grant application, supporting documents, and with applicable federal statutes, regulations and guidelines. Funding Information Previously Awarded This Year This Award/ Amendment $0 $77,500Total Obligated by CNCS Grantee's Unobligated Balance (Carryover) $0 $0 Total Available $0 $77,500 Total CNCS Funds Awarded to Date Cumulative Funding for Project Period Total Awarded in Previous Amendments $77,500 Retired and Senior Volunteer Program 03/04/2025 $77,500 250 E Street SW, Suite 300 Washington, DC 20525-0001 (202) 606-5000 Total Current Year $77,500 $0 $77,500 For Official Use Only Funding Source and Amount Not applicable to this award. Grant Year:1 Year 1 Signature Award Date County of Collier Legal Applicant JWKJKYRPLLU6UEI: Award Description To ensure compliance with Executive Orders, the purpose of this amendment is to attach revised 2024 General Terms and Conditions and revise the narratives of the application. All other terms and conditions of this award remain unchanged. Corporation for National and Community Service: Page 2945 of 5415 Page 2 For Official Use Only CFDA No.: Jazmin Cantu, 202-409-6190 Joe Follman, 202-931-9984 3299 Tamiami Trl E Ste 700 Naples FL 34112-5749 24SRHFL011Agreement No.: 2Amendment No.: County of Collier Grantee 596000558EIN: 04/01/2024 - 03/31/2027Performance Period: 04/01/2024 - 03/31/2027Budget Period: Stacy Bishop Notice of Grant Award Award Information Senior Grants Officer Grants Officer Program Officer Retired and Senior Volunteer Program 250 E Street SW, Suite 300 Washington, DC 20525-0001 (202) 606-5000 For Official Use Only Grant Year:1 Tami Bailey Project Director Donald M. Luciano Certifying Official/Executive Officer JWKJKYRPLLU6UEI: Page 2946 of 5415