youthSpark

By empowering youth to advocate for themselves and use the tools we provide, we in turn support their families and also transform the communities they live in.

Intervening as early as possible, youthSpark's innovative programs improve the chances of success for every child we touch. The ongoing services offered through our Youth Services Center help inform our response in the community, advocate for better laws and policies, and conduct research to help pave the way for others to live free from abuse.

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I’ve always felt that the Center was my safe place... even when I was on the run. Everyone's so happy to see you, no matter what.”

– Anita, youthSpark alum

Ways to Support our Work

Volunteer

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Wherever your talents and passions lie, there’s something you can do to join the youthSpark movement.

Host a training

Teach your team how to recognize youth vulnerability and take action.

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Donate

Your donation supports our transformative justice work to carry out trauma-centered youth services, research, and advocacy.

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Stock the Dream Closet

Our “Dream Closet” ensures our youth have what they need—whether new clothing or personal products—on a day to day basis.

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Our Impact

1,126

youth served since our Center opened in 2017

729

acts of court advocacy on behalf of our youth in 2023

123

crisis interventions
in 2023

4,432

individual and group counseling sessions provided in 2023

Sparking a bright future

By empowering youth to advocate for themselves and use the tools we provide, we in turn support their families and also transform the communities they live in.

I’ve always felt that the Center was my safe place... even when I was on the run. Everyone's so happy to see you, no matter what.”

Ways to Support our Work

Volunteer

Host a training

Donate

Stock the Dream Closet

Our Impact

1,126

729

123

4,432

At times, I did things I thought I had to do. Seeing that there are others that have gone through what I've been through helped open my eyes and made me realize I had a choice.”

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