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ANNUAL REPORT January 2007-December 2007

Welcome to PoCoMo Youth Services Society. This report reflects
PoCoMo’s accountability to you, the members of the Tri-City
community.
We have worked hard to fill a huge gap in service for at risk youth. In
2007 we connected with more than 2,300 youth, and as a result developed
a deeper sense of trust and compassion for the youth in our community.
And the youth found a warm smile, a safe place to go, information and
support, and trusting friends. We built valuable relationships with these
youth and as a result of these relationships know that more youth are
able to move forward with a sense courage, hope and purpose.
PoCoMo board and staff have been involved in many community
initiatives and events, sharing its insight and lending support to
numerous Tri-City causes such as the Homeless Task Force, SRCLE
group headed by SD43, and the Community Partners initiative. In
addition many other groups invited our input and participation.
As PoCoMo moves forward, our goals are to expand our services
to street involved youth, raise the profile of the organization in the
community, collaborate and build effective relationships with other !
organizations, share what we have learned with regards to serving at-
risk youth, and pass on what youth are telling us.
In 2007 we asked individuals, families, and businesses to support
our unique initiative and philosophy. And many of you did. To you
all we extend our sincerest thank you. We hope you are proud of the
investments we have made together in the Tri-Cities.
In order to keep our program operating we need continued financial
support. Unfortunately, we spend an inordinate amount of time writing
grants and organizing fund raisers to support our operations. What we
need is secure, ongoing funding so we can focus our time and energy on
what really matters - reaching out to youth in need.
Youth ARE our most valuable resource, and PoCoMo is proud to impact
the lives of youth in a positive way through youth engagement. We meet
youth where they are. We hope you will continue to support our efforts in !
2008. Over 200 Banting Middle School
Students visit the Youth Bus.

Tom Lewis Jerome Bouvier

Board Chair Executive Director

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PoCoMo’s core program, Project Reach Out, is the first after-hours
mobile outreach program for youth in BC. We operate in the Tri-Cities
communities of Port Coquitlam, Coquitlam, and Port Moody. Using a
modified 24ft long shuttle bus and operating 7:00 pm to midnight on
weekends, we establish a consistent presence by traveling to areas of
the community where youth naturally congregate. We meet with the
youth on their terms and their turf. We support youth who are on the
street and are vulnerable to exploitation, drug use, engaging in violence,
crime, and vandalism.

Staffed by a diverse team of adult youth workers, youth mentors, and !

volunteers, Project Reach Out actively seeks out and engages street
involved youth. We engage with youth in an effort to strengthen their
connection to the community and to help youth make positive life SUCCESSES
choices.
Youth Served in 2005 - 1280
Project Reach Out is often the first point of contact for many youth Youth Served in 2006 - 1789
struggling with drugs or other issues. We provide a safe place for youth Youth Served in 2007 - 2347
to talk with a caring youth worker. It also is the perfect medium to
positively impact crime reduction through youth engagement.

Project Reach Out offers:

• Street outreach
• Crisis/early intervention
• Information and referrals
• Drug Prevention & education
• Brief one to one support
• Follow up support
... A safe place to be.

WHAT YOUTH ARE TELLING US

In 2007, PoCoMo conducted a study of the youth who have had regular
contact with Project Reach Out. Youth told us ...
• 67% of youth developed a more positive attitude towards their future
• 55% had a clearer sense of purpose
• 27% felt a stronger sense of connection to community
• 80% say the staff understands them
• 86.7% agree the services provided by the bus program should be mobile
• 66.7% trust community resources more
• 47% said their drug use had decreased
• 46.7% have greater success in school
• 93% affirmed that the bus program was working

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Positive Passes Program:
PoCoMo’s Project Reach Out staff hands
out coupons to acknowledge youth who
demonstrate positive behaviour and
actions. Coupons can be for a free slurpee
coupon, swim and skate admissions, pizza
slices etc.
Consistent positive actions shown by
youth are further acknowledged with
t-shirts, movie passes etc. This is an effort
to recognize good deeds done by youth in
the community, build stronger connections
to the community, and to create a sense of
belonging.
Since January 2008, over 100 youth
have been acknowledged for their
positive actions.
After-School Programming:
After-school programs are created based
on needs identified by the youth we serve.
After-school activities are implemented
in partnership with various community
organizations.
In 2007, in partnership with PoCo
Youth Services, we created a multi-
media program that developed a video
called Holloween Howl, sharing the
transformation of the event at Hyde Creek
drop-in centre.
“I sleep better as a parent knowing
the bus is out there for our kids” -
Kelly (mother)
“The bus rocks!! People accepts us and don’t judge us.
They don’t try to shove stuff down our throats. They listen
to us.” - Sarah, 14 years old
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Youth Action Team:
The Youth Action Team (YAT) is made
up of a core group of diverse youth
representing the Tri-City area who have a
passion and interest in PoCoMo’s services
and programs. The YAT team provides
input into PoCoMo programs and services,
as well as creating their own youth-driven
community initiatives.
An example is the annual Professional
International Wheelchair Tennis
Tournament held in Coquitlam every July.
The event is organized and run by over
25 youth. It is the ONLY professional
wheelchair tennis tournament in the world
run by youth. COME JOIN THE TEAM.
Contact Elisa at elisa@pocomo.org
Community BBQ Program:
The community BBQ program creates
the opportunity for youth and neighbours
to get to know each other, strengthen
relationships, enjoy a fun evening, and
create stronger and healthier communities.
In 2007 PoCoMo held 5 BBQ’S which
had an average of 100 people attend
each event.
The BBQ program has proven to build
relationships and create safer communties.
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 FINANCIALS & FUND DEVELOPMENT

REVENUES EXPENDITURES
Where do our funds come from: Where do we spend our money:

Fund Development:
PoCoMo is hounoured to receive amazing support and involvement form the community. Being a small
grass-roots group, community fundrasing are an essential part of our funding.

Friends, businesses, groups and partners contributed to support PoCoMo’s outreach programs. The Tri-
City community continues to show how it values the youth of our community and the unique services
PoCoMo provides. THANK YOU for your support through 2007. Keep a look out for more exciting
fundraisers in 2008.

Dine out for Youth Fundraiser: PoCoMo Annual Golf Tourney

The 1st annual Dine Out for Youth event at Pasta Polo. An average of 90-100 enthusiastic golfers brave the
Keep an eye out for our 2nd annual in 2008. FUN, and course each year in support of youth in the Tri-Cities.
a great meal was had by all. Each year gets bigger and better. Thanks to all the
golfers out there.

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In-kind Support & Funders 2007 PoCoMo Mission Statement:
Artrageous “To provide outreach support and services to
Best Western PoCo Inn & Suites
City of Coquitlam-Capital Fund
young people at-risk in our community.”
Coquitlam Tennis Club
Coquitlam Fire Department
Diane Thorne MLA TESTIMONIALS
Diskin Photography
Golden Eagle Golf Course
Jeff Pennington
Maple Leaf Storage "Dear Jerome, Oh with such fond memories of my two days
Ministry of Children and Family Development there last month, I feel so honored to have been exposed to
your exuberant, innovative project to go right to teens as a
Petro-Canada
CITY WIDE HOUSE CALL. You and your bus family have cre-
Port Moody Parks and Recreation ated a teen club - bus on wheels - that is there for them, a safe
Port Coquitlam Youth Services haven. It was a thrill to be on the bus, I felt like I could hear the
Professional Police Association young voices feeling safe to speak. Your film helped show the
Purified Water Store-Water to go magic. I do lots with teens, I hear their cries for friends, who
will care about them in a place, away from their parents. Bless
Society for Community Development
your work. I loved meeting the smiling, tender souls who work
Starbucks (Coquitlam Centre) with you. You are a vanguard. I ask your community to invest
Sunrise Coquitlam Rotary in the relief that you exist. Keep heart. I shall hope i'm lucky
7-11 enough to return.”
TD Bank
Til then, IN PEACE ... Patch Adams M.D.
TW Hawes CGA
Tri Counselling Services
West 49
Vancouver Foundation
“I used to be a youth that would hang out on the bus with all
my friends. I have turned my life around after some tough
Board of Directors 2007 times. I would like to thank you and your team for opportuni-
ties and experiences I never thought possible.”
Tom Lewis -Brendan, 19 years old.
Ted Kuntz
Terry Hawes
Cory Wint
Mae Reid
Alexis Easton
Katrina Lennax
Siobhan Ashe
Len Bergquist
Diane Thorne MLA !

... AND the many individuals and groups that

PoCoMo AGM 2008
stepped forward to support PoCoMo. WHEN: May 14, 2008
TIME: 7pm - 9pm
WHERE: Best Western PoCo Inn & Suites,
Port Coquitlam, BC
604-525-1888 / jerome@pocomo.org
www.pocomo.org