Regarding the Children’s Trust Fund, in making grants or loans to a local council, the Department of Human Services shall consider the degree to which the local council meets the following criteria:
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(1)
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(A) Has as its primary purpose the development and facilitation of a community prevention program in a specific geographical area.
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(B) The prevention programs shall utilize trained volunteers and existing community resources wherever practicable;
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(2) Does not provide direct services except on a demonstration project basis, or as a facilitator of interagency projects; and
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(3) Demonstrates a willingness and ability to provide prevention program models and consultation to organizations and communities regarding prevention program development and maintenance.