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Through Bank of the West’s Charitable Contributions Program, Covenant obtained a $5,000 operating expense grant in support of Building Blocks.   Building Blocks is a transitional housing program for emancipated foster youth.  Youth in this program are former foster children who are in need of continued support in order to become successful and established adults.  During their residence, youth participate in life-skills training including: budgeting, home care and maintenance, resume building, job searching, and personal healthy and safety.  Covenant assumed leadership of Building Blocks in July 2007 and diligently works toward improving every aspect of life for these residents.   This grant is a huge success for Covenant and Building Blocks.  The impact of this grant will be seen in generations to come.

For more information contact Jessica at 661/326-8304 or by email Jessica@covenantcs.net

Covenant Community Services is a non-profit organization serving the public through various social services including: foster care placement, transitional housing, mentoring, mental health and family preservation services.