Grants to prevention partner; criteria.

(1) In making grants to a prevention partner, the state board shall consider the degree to which the prevention partner meets the following criteria: (a) Has as its primary purpose the development and facilitation of a collaborative community prevention program in a specific geographical area. The prevention program must utilize trained volunteers and existing community resources wherever practicable. (b) Is administered by a board of directors composed of an equal number of members from the following 2 groups: (i) A representative from each of the following local agencies, as far as practicable: (A) The county department of social services, the department of health and human services. (B) The probate court. (C) The office of the prosecuting attorney. (D) A local law enforcement agency. (E) A school district. (F) A number of private, local agencies that provide treatment or prevention services for abused and neglected children and their parents or guardians. (ii) Members of the prevention partner elected by the membership. The elected members shall represent the demographic composition of the community served and parent representation, as far as practicable. (c) Does not provide direct services except on a demonstration project basis, or as a facilitator of interagency projects. (d) Demonstrates a willingness and ability to provide prevention program models and consultation to organizations and communities regarding prevention program development and maintenance. (e) Demonstrates an ability to match 50% of the amount of any trust fund money received. The amount and types of in-kind services are subject to the approval of the state board. (f) Other criteria that the state board considers appropriate. (2) The number of private agencies to be represented on the prevention partner must be designated in the bylaws of the prevention partner by the remaining members.