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for distribution to lock partners. Food is either donated by grocery stores, farmers, and food manufacturers, purchased in bulk at a low cost, or donated at food drives. MOE expenditures are only claimed for recipients under 185% FPL.

Maine Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs- Before and After School Programs Maine Alliance of Boys & Girls Clubs provides after-school programming to youth between the ages of 5 and 18. The curriculum promotes healthy lifestyles, youth development, and career skills for participants. Youth are required to participate at least twice per week. MOE expenditures are only claimed for families at or below 250% FPL. Domestic Violence Services TANF funds are used to support four domestic violence services: Helpline, DV-CPS Liaison, School- Based Education, and Support Groups. The Domestic Violence Helpline provides survivors with services, support, and referrals to community resources. In addition, it is used to screen survivors for additional services, such as domestic violence shelter and support groups. Only the helpline volunteer hours are claimed as a MOE expenditure, as an administrative expense.

Jobs for Maine Graduates (JMG) Through the Jobs for Maine Graduates (JMG) core programs, high-school and middle-school students discover their individual talents, develop skills, and seize opportunities to achieve their personal potential. JMG has met this challenge by providing school-to-career pathways starting in the sixth grade and ending in successful transitions to post-secondary education. JMG partners with public schools and all programs are offered as a for-credit course. Hosted at public schools, administered by JMG, and actively engaging the participation of businesses, JMG offers a venue for students to interact with employers and community-based organizations. Youth are screened for income eligibility based on their eligibility for the Free and Reduced Lunch program and other factors that make them at-risk for dropping out of school. MOE expenditures are only claimed for eligible families. University of Maine (UMaine) Scholarships TANF funds are provided to a non-profit which uses the funds to assist economically disadvantaged youth successfully transition to postsecondary education. Scholarships can be used for a variety of postsecondary opportunities including two- and four-year colleges, career and technical schools, trade based and vocational training, and other career related certification and licensing pathways. The scholarship must be used for tuition. Recipients must a University of Maine student, Maine resident and financially needy. MOE expenditures are only claimed for eligible recipients under 250% FPL.

Sexual Assault Services TANF funds are used to support three sexual assault services: Helpline, School-Based Education, and Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC). The Sexual Assault Helpline provides survivors with services, support, and referrals to community resources. In addition, it is used to screen survivors