Friends for Youth

"Friends for Youth was established in 1979, and since our inception, we have worked to support children who would otherwise go unserved, with an emphasis on positive youth development, social-emotional health and wellness, prevention services, and critical skills for future self-sufficiency.

We've helped over 2,000 youth reach their full potential. Our 90% success rate of creating long-term mentoring matches is far above the 33-37% national average.

Studies have consistently shown that youth in our program improve their motivation and school performance, demonstrate increased self-esteem and resiliency, avoid negative behaviors, and rarely have future involvement with the Juvenile Justice System." - https://www.friendsforyouth.org/about