Needs Assessment 2024

Data-driven analysis identifying community challenges and opportunities to guide program development and funding priorities for sustainable community impact.

Assessment Period: January - December 2024 | Survey Responses: 1,247 Community Members

2024 Comprehensive Community Assessment

Assessment Methodology

Community surveys (1,247 responses)
Focus groups with key demographics
Stakeholder interviews (45 organizations)
Data analysis from partner agencies
Geographic mapping of service gaps

Population Demographics

Total Population:52,847

Below Poverty Line:23.8%

Senior Citizens (65+):18.2%

Single-Parent Households:31.4%

Key Finding: Our comprehensive assessment reveals significant unmet needs across three critical areas, with food insecurity affecting over one-third of families and housing costs creating widespread financial strain throughout the community.

Critical Needs Identified

Food Insecurity

High Priority

37% of families report skipping meals due to financial constraints. Current food pantry capacity serves only 60% of identified need.

37% affected

Affordable Housing

High Priority

Housing costs exceed 30% of income for 68% of residents. Waiting list for affordable housing averages 18 months.

68% affected

Mental Health Services

Medium Priority

Average wait time for mental health appointments is 6-8 weeks. 45% of teens report symptoms of anxiety or depression.

45% affected

Service Gaps Analysis

Geographic Distribution

North DistrictUnderserved

75% service gap identified

Central DistrictModerate

50% service coverage

South DistrictWell-served

85% service coverage

Transportation Barriers

42%

Lack reliable transport

6-8

Weeks wait for care

Public transit routes inadequate
Medical appointment transportation needed
Job training location accessibility issues

Proposed Program Initiatives

Mobile Food Pantry

Deploy mobile units to underserved neighborhoods, increasing food access by 40%.

Estimated Cost:$125,000

Families Served:850/month

Timeline:6 months

Youth Mental Health Program

School-based counseling and peer support groups for teenagers.

Estimated Cost:$89,000

Students Served:300/year

Timeline:9 months

Transportation Assistance

Volunteer driver program for medical appointments and job interviews.

Estimated Cost:$45,000

Rides Provided:200/month

Timeline:4 months

Community Voice

Key Survey Findings

"We need more after-school programs. Kids have nowhere safe to go while parents work."
- Parent, North District

"Healthcare is too expensive. Many of us choose between medicine and groceries."
- Senior Citizen Focus Group

Priority Rankings by Community

Food Security92%

Affordable Housing87%

Healthcare Access78%

Job Training65%

Funding Request Justification

$259,000

Total Funding Needed

3 comprehensive programs

1,350

Individuals Served Monthly

16,200 annually

$192

Cost Per Person Served

Below industry average

Strategic Impact: This comprehensive approach addresses the three highest-priority needs identified through our community assessment, with measurable outcomes and sustainable impact for vulnerable populations across all districts.

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