Developing Human Capital--2020
Jobs & Infrastructure
FCS Agent, 4-H Agent, ANR Agent program codes: 1021, 1054, 2046, 3001, 3002, 3004, 3033, 2056, 4041, 4091,
Local Food Systems
Business Retention and Expansion
Family and Consumer Science
In 2017, the number of private establishments covered by unemployment insurance in Letcher County was 38 for goods-producing, 343 for service-providing, and 26 for hospitality & leisure.18 · Between 2012 and 2016, of the 7,214 (+/- 556) workers ages 16 and over, 72.2% (+/- 3.8%) worked inside the county, 20.1% (+/-2.3%) worked outside the county and 7.7% (+/-2.3%) worked outside Kentucky.7 · Between 2012 and 2016, 6.6% (+/-2.7%) of workers ages 16 and over who worked full-time year round were below poverty compared to 3.5% (+/- 0.1%) for the state as a whole.7 · 40.3% of 2016 HS graduates in the county earned an industry certificate compared to 19.2% for the state.1
1. More jobs paying good wages and benefits
2. More qualified employees for existing and new jobs
3. More public transportation options
4. Number of clients reporting improved financial stability and economic well-being
5. Increase in high school graduation rates and bachelor degree attainment rates
Improve the quality of life for residents in Letcher Co. by developing the skills to plan, budget and monitor their financial status
6. Increased farm income
- Demonstrate Skills to Improve:
- Disaster Preparedness
- Solid Waste Management
- Home Safety
- Practice one or more resource management behaviors resulting in increased savings
- Increase school attendance rates
- Enhanced markets for farm commodities
- Change KOSA and/or aspirations, in understanding of issues related to:
- Disaster Preparedness
- Solid Waste Management
- Home Safety
- Clients and youth will understand that a quality education and strong work-ethic plays a significant role in the family’s income
- Change KOSA to improve employability through practical living skills and continued education practices
- Increase financial literacy related to savings and investments
- Youth and adults will show increased knowledge and skills related to available financial and non-financial resources
- Knowledge of diverse farm marketing opportunities
Outcome: (Long-term) The economic and environmental well-being of Letcher County is strengthened
Indicator: Positive Changes in statistics regarding poverty levels, average household income, graduate rates, gainful employability and increased participation in environmental education programs
Method: Data analysis
Timeline: On-going
Outcome: (Intermediate) Increased rates of labor force participation and employment, youth contribute to communities, increased partnership with communities for CED issues, farmers identify new markets, farmers diversify production, farmers are able to find off-farm employment for themselves and employees, enhanced decision making and problem solving
Indicator: Number of individuals that report improved financial stability and career readiness
Method: Observation, written and verbal evaluations
Timeline: 2021-2024
Outcome: (Initial) Participants will become responsible consumers by gaining the skills needed to make wise financial and career decisions
Indicator: Individuals acquire KOSA
Method: Observations, written & verbal evaluations
Timeline: on-going
Audience: Homemakers, Senior Citizens, Youth, Community Members and Farmers
Project or Activity: Disaster Prep Series
Content or Curriculum: EDEN, FCS, NEP, 4-H Curriculum
Inputs: ANR, FCS, 4-H Agents
Date: 2021-2024
Project or Activity: World of work
Content or Curriculum: 4-H, FCS, & ANR
Inputs: 4-H, FCS, ANR agents & assistance
Date: 2021-2024
Project or Activity: Farmers Market
Content or Curriculum: CCD and Extension Publications
Inputs: ANR, FCS and 4-H Agents and Assistants
Date: 2021-2024
Project or Activity: Maple Demonstration, Maple Day, KY Maple School,
Content or Curriculum: New Hampshire Extension Curriculum
Inputs: ANR, FCS, and 4-H Agents and Assistants
Date: 2021-2024
Project or Activity: Dollar & Sense
Content or Curriculum: 4-H
Inputs: 4-H, FCS, ANR agents & assistants, extension staff
Date: 2021-2024
Project or Activity: Reality Store
Content or Curriculum: 4-H
Inputs: 4-H, FCS, ANR agents & assistants, extension staff
Date: 2021-2024
Project or Activity: Financial Readiness with Senior Centers, KRCC Wellness, KRCC Solutions, & East Kentucky Support Services
Content or Curriculum: FCS
Inputs: FCS Agent & Assistant
Date: 2021-2024
Project or Activity: Homemaker Leader Lessons
Content or Curriculum: KEHA
Inputs: FCS agent & assistant
Date: 2021-2024
Project or Activity: East Kentucky Science Academy
Content or Curriculum: Project WET, Project WILD, 4-H
Inputs: 4-H Agents & Assistant
Date: 2021-2024