Pathways Forward Initiative

The Pathways Forward Youth Initiative aims to address the challenges faced by youth in St. Petersburg who are affected by economic instability, community violence, academic disengagement, and lack of access to structured after-school programs. The City’s Office of Community Impact is focused on providing preventative, community-based services designed to break cycles of risk and foster long-term positive outcomes for at-risk youth. The program offers consistent mentorship, comprehensive case management, counseling services, and structured enrichment activities within a safe and supportive environment. This contract solicitation, identified as RFP-26-274, was posted on May 27, 2026, with a response deadline of July 14, 2026. The initiative targets youth identified as at-risk due to their elevated likelihood of encountering adverse outcomes like academic failure, substance abuse, or involvement in crime. The contract is managed by the Community Impact office in St. Petersburg, Florida, and points of contact include Lisa Wheeler-Bowman, the Community Impact & Safety Liaison, and Sakha Reed, Senior Procurement Analyst. The solicitation invites proposals to support these community-driven efforts aimed at enhancing the safety, well-being, and future success of vulnerable youth populations.