| Name | Betty |
|---|---|
| Last Name | Maddox Battle |
| Home Address | 2320 Green Froest Dr. Apt-B Chattanoog, Tennessee 37406 United States |
| Organization Name | Grieving Relatives In Every Violent Event |
| Describe Your Role In The Organization | Founder/ Executive Director since October of 2010 |
| Organization Address | 2320 Green Forest Dr. Apt B Chattanoog, Tennessee 37406 United States |
| Website | https://grievingrelatives.org |
| Best Phone Number To Reach You | 4047323873 |
| Alternate Phone Number | 4708859524 |
| Email Address | grieve_families@epbfi.com |
| Alternate Email Address | maddox_betty@bellsouth.net |
| Please Describe Your Project In Detail | Our mission is to provide support and resources with compassion to individuals and families whose hearts have been broken due to the loss of a love one due to homicides. We also advocate to improve communications and services through law enforcement. |
| Please explain how your project meets the requirements of the American Rescue Plan | G.R.I.E.V.E. meets the requirements plan of the American Rescue Plan by first, providing Support and Resources and Prevention Strategies to individuals and families within our communities in the city of Chattanooga and help them resume their lives, who has been affected by gun violence. No matter how long it takes to mourn a loved one, Grieving Relatives In Every Violent Event (G.R.I.E.V.E.) can help you navigate one of the most challenging experiences of life. I know, because I've been there! 1. Grief Support Meetings 2. Funeral Services 3. Information & Referrals 4. Conflict Resolution 5. Candlelight Vigil |
| Where would your project take place? | Chattanoog, Tennessee |
| How much will your project cost in total? | 68000 |
| Do you have any matching funding sources from other local governments, private entities, non-profits, or philanthropic entities for your project? | No |
| Please describe the source and list amounts of any other funding. | |
| What portion of the project are you asking the city to fund? | |
| If funded, when would your project start? | December 1, 2021 |
| How long would your project take to complete? | At least eighteen months to two years. |
| What milestones would you use to measure your project’s progress? | Knowing that your organization has helped hundreds of grieving families for over ten years find healthier way to cope, and know there's help in our communities, and people really do care. |
| How would you ensure accountability and transparency throughout the project lifecycle? | By giving all stakeholders involved the responsibility of what's expected of us all as to what we want and need to accomplish our goals, by holding everyone accountable, communicating and complete transparency. |
| If successful, how would your project benefit the community? | By making it a better, safer, and pleasant place to live, work and play. |
| How will you attract community buy-in for your project? | 1. By identifying what motivates stakeholders and telling the truth, even when it's not popular, butnit affects us all in the community. 2. Remaining consistent. 3. Also, by us providing positive feedback after the project ends. |
| Name | Ms. Audrey Ramsey, Education: Curriculum Instructor |
| Contact Information | 615 415-8845 |
| Is there anything else you would like us to know about your project? | G.R.I.E.V.E : By Comprehensive solutions: Support community planning and implementation of Comprehensive community safety plans that include prevention and intervention. |