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Offers a community service and leadership development program for youth.  Program meets after school and has occasional weekend service projects. Activities focus on academic success, career exploration and community service.  Through community service projects, Keystoners learn first-hand the importance of cultivating and exercising the virtues of compassion, tolerance, responsibility and citizenship. Keystoning is a unique leadership development experience that gives young people a chance to act on their humanitarian ideals while building self-respect and strong attachments to family and community.

Coordinates summer employment opportunities for teens (aged 15-19) who are passionate about community service and demonstrate leadership qualities. Teens are placed on payroll at Seattle Minimum Wage as paid interns working with Puget Sound area non-profit agencies.

Provides youth a voice in their community through leadership and service. Programs include Bellevue Youth Link Board, Bellevue Youth Council and Action Teams. - Youth Link Board is comprised of 12 youth and six adult board members, and is a youth advisory board that provides input on local and regional matters affecting young people in Bellevue. Provides recommendation on strategic plans and offers solutions from a program and systems level. - Bellevue Youth Council is comprised of students from each Bellevue middle and high school who represent youth in community decision-making, and assist in planning and implementing community service projects via the various Action Teams and Special Projects Planning Committee.

Provides youth and family outreach programming focused on building essential life skills through hands-on learning opportunities.

Provides a safe space for teens after school to explore service opportunities, connections to supportive and trustworthy adult mentors, and exposure to post-secondary education and employment opportunities.

Offers an 8-week after-school program for youth to practice their skills on bikes we repair and give back to the community.   When they have worked enough hours of community service on the bikes we fix up and donate, they can pick out and fix up their own bike, bike parts, or accessories. Class graduates can continue to attend weekly Drop-In Earn-A-Bike hours, practice their skills and earn community service hours until they turn 18 or graduate from high school.      Earn-A-Bike Classes are offered in three tiers: Beginning Repair: -  The basics of bike repair: Fix a flat, basic overhauls and maintenance.   -  Youth can earn a BMX bike with the completion of enough community service hours. Intermediate Repair: -  Completion of the Beginning Class is strongly recommended for this course.   -   If you are 11 or older and feel qualified, please contact us for approval.  -  This class covers more complex bike repair and allows youth to earn a geared bicycle. Advanced Repair: -  Must have completed the Intermediate Class, earned a bike, and attended drop-in.   -  A solid knowledge of basic bike repair is essential for this class as you will learn advanced systems.    Classes and activities are run by experienced staff who come from backgrounds of youth development, outdoor education, bicycle mechanics, and social justice.

Offers young people opportunities to experience outdoor recreation and skill-building while combining such experiences with community leadership.  With skills gained, youth conduct community projects that address needs specific to the Asian and Pacific Islander communities, especially relating to environmental justice.   Outdoor activities include rock-climbing, hiking, snowshoeing, eagle watching and more.  Community projects fulfill high school community service requirements and identify young people as community leaders. Some work is paid and may lead to summer employment.

Offers an after-school program that integrates soccer, poetry and service-learning through community service projects. Students play soccer and learn lessons about teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership while taking part in physical exercise. During the fall, participants work on reading and writing skills through poetry, which is also performed to build self-confidence. In the spring, students work with teammates to design and implement a community service project in their neighborhood.   Program takes place at nine elementary schools in South Seattle. Each session is 90 minutes. Provides transportation, uniforms and other necessary supplies for youth to participate.

We offer a diverse schedule of in-school and after-school programming designed to support the social and emotional development of our young participants, as well as their educational growth. From academic support to programming that strengthens positive identity and awareness, our programs help our youth reach their full potential. After-School is held throughout the school year.

Offers an after-school program that integrates soccer, poetry and service-learning through community service projects. Students play soccer and learn lessons about teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership while taking part in physical exercise. During the fall, participants work on reading and writing skills through poetry, which is also performed to build self-confidence. In the spring, students work with teammates to design and implement a community service project in their neighborhood.   Program takes place at nine elementary schools in South Seattle. Each session is 90 minutes. Provides transportation, uniforms and other necessary supplies for youth to participate.

Promote all aspects of youth development including academic engagement, leadership and social skills, community involvement, and pathways to post-secondary education and employment. Helps youth and their families build healthy futures by addressing their entire environment and breaking down barriers that hinder success. Motivating Youth to Succeed in Academics (MYSA) Offers free after-school academic support and individualized plans to decrease or remove barriers to learning for youth, ages 12-21, who are at moderate to high risk of academic failure. MYSA services include individual tutoring and homework assistance, adult mentorship, peer discussion groups and subject specific workshops. Since many students lack access to a computer and internet at home, SFYC provides a computer lab allowing students to complete assignments and do research. The MYSA program helps youth develop a healthy attachment to education and empowers them to take control of their academic future. Youth Leadership program Encourages middle and high school youth to develop leadership and social skills while engaging in community building projects and events throughout the year. This program provides alternatives to risky behavior while fostering a sense of responsibility to the community. Curriculum includes workshops relating to social justice awareness, identity building, volunteerism, and environmental awareness. Case Management Provides prevention and intervention tools for youth who are most at-risk of or are currently involved with gangs and the juvenile justice system. Case Managers provide counseling and act as advocates for their caseload youth and families. Case Management intervention and prevention services include street response and crisis intervention, pre-release visits to detained or incarcerated youth, and risk assessment with ongoing case management. This represents a concerted effort to stop the school to prison pipeline within our communities. Parental Support Provides bilingual services to parents to ensure that youth have wraparound support for their challenges. Parents benefit from workshops, translation services, and other essential services to facilitate family stability. Summer Youth Employment provides high school youth with the opportunity to make money, gain work experience and employment references, cultivate a mature work ethic, and stay connected to social and academic progress while school is out of session. College & Career Preparation Focuses on lessons and activities related to pro-social development, aptitude testing, the current job market, knowledge of education or training needed to move into a particular field of interest, college applications and financial aid, work ethics and professionalism, resume building and interview skills, and exploring paths to post-secondary education and career readiness.

Offers an after-school program that integrates soccer, poetry and service-learning through community service projects. Students play soccer and learn lessons about teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership while taking part in physical exercise. During the fall, participants work on reading and writing skills through poetry, which is also performed to build self-confidence. In the spring, students work with teammates to design and implement a community service project in their neighborhood.   Program takes place at nine elementary schools in South Seattle. Each session is 90 minutes. Provides transportation, uniforms and other necessary supplies for youth to participate.

Offers an after-school program that integrates soccer, poetry and service-learning through community service projects. Students play soccer and learn lessons about teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership while taking part in physical exercise. During the fall, participants work on reading and writing skills through poetry, which is also performed to build self-confidence. In the spring, students work with teammates to design and implement a community service project in their neighborhood.   Program takes place at nine elementary schools in South Seattle. Each session is 90 minutes. Provides transportation, uniforms and other necessary supplies for youth to participate.

Offers an after-school program that integrates soccer, poetry and service-learning through community service projects. Students play soccer and learn lessons about teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership while taking part in physical exercise. During the fall, participants work on reading and writing skills through poetry, which is also performed to build self-confidence. In the spring, students work with teammates to design and implement a community service project in their neighborhood.   Program takes place at nine elementary schools in South Seattle. Each session is 90 minutes. Provides transportation, uniforms and other necessary supplies for youth to participate.

Provides youth clubs to learn life skills through project activity, community service, and leadership. Membership is open to boys and girls from 5-19 years of age. Clubs are led by screened and trained volunteers. The program helps youth develop self-confidence, self-esteem, and basic life skills.

Offers the following teen programs: Teen Advisory Board: Members, ages 12 through 18, learn work skills and values by facilitating meetings, activity scheduling, fundraising, and community involvement. Recreational Activities: Specialized recreational activities including a late night movie and a music studio. The Money Matters program teaches teens to manage money.

Helps Congolese youth heal, build strong connections, and feel empowered as they integrate into their new community. Offers - Youth leadership development programs - Community service and volunteer opportunities - Mentorship with community leaders - Tutoring and homework assistance - College and career readiness workshops - Summer and after-school programs - Peer support groups - Culturally sensitive mental health support - 12-month soccer program with bi-weekly training

Offers a year-long training and fellowship program for youth from high school-age to mid-twenties. Fellows learn about peace and justice issues, nonviolent movement building, and gain skills such as public speaking, group leadership, media development, conducting surveys, public relations, outreach, and lobbying. The Fellows meet individual activists, visit organizations, are introduced to current hot issues, and are mentored by experienced activists, public figures, and community organizers from the Seattle area and beyond.   After the Intensive Training the Peace Fellows are expected to work on their own project or campaign. The program provides ongoing support to the Peace Fellows by hosting Strategy Support Groups and by providing each Peace Fellow with at least one Mentor.

Offers an after-school program that integrates soccer, poetry and service-learning through community service projects. Students play soccer and learn lessons about teamwork, sportsmanship and leadership while taking part in physical exercise. During the fall, participants work on reading and writing skills through poetry, which is also performed to build self-confidence. In the spring, students work with teammates to design and implement a community service project in their neighborhood.   Program takes place at nine elementary schools in South Seattle. Each session is 90 minutes. Provides transportation, uniforms and other necessary supplies for youth to participate.

Offers a youth development educational program that enables youth to develop the knowledge, attitudes and skills they need to become competent, caring and contributing citizens of the world.   These life skills include positive self-esteem, effective communication, teamwork, leadership, healthy life choices, problem solving and much more. Offers a wide variety of projects and activities, including workshops, conferences, camps, public presentations, fairs and community service projects.   There are many unique ways to connect with 4-H including clubs, after-school programs, special programs like ropes courses, as well as a research-based curriculum that is often used in local classrooms. Partners with community centers, schools, and local organizations that serve vulnerable communities have laid the groundwork for sustainable programs that meet these distinct needs.

Lists volunteer opportunities with area nonprofit agencies. Projects available for groups or individuals. Community events highlighted Filters and search for projects by location, type of organization. Volunteer opportunities generally require advance registration, with limited space, so it is best to plan ahead and sign up early. Also includes referrals for adults and adolescents who must perform community service hours for having committed a misdemeanor.

Provides a teen judge and jury for youth who have been charged with a traffic infraction.  The sentence may include community service, writing a letter of apology or an essay, going on a police ride-along, participating in Street Law curriculum, or serving on a Youth Court panel.   There is a 6-month deferral period for each case, after which, if all conditions have been completed successfully, the charge will be dismissed.

Provides an opportunity for youth and young adults to engage in statewide decision-making processes, meet with policymakers and funders, and prepare for and engage in public speaking opportunities. Holds monthly chapter meetings to develop supportive relationships, build skills, and discuss current issues impacting youth and young adults experiencing foster care and/or homelessness. Provides youth-focused training, including Storytelling for Advocacy, and Legislative Advocacy. Public speaking engagements including panels, workgroups/task forces, media requests, keynote speeches, and custom trainings and presentations that center the voices of lived experience experts.

Offers 4-H Club for youth in grades K-12; promotes hands-on learning, individual growth, and life skills development.  Offers project areas including: livestock, arts and crafts, food preparation and safety, clothing, photography, and gardening.

Offers a nightly confidential help line and an online chat service for teens, staffed by professionally trained youth, ages 15-20.   Help line and chat service offer youth an anonymous, non-judgmental, safe place to vent anger, express fears and anxieties, seek comfort and support, and obtain information about community resources. Teen Link works with the Recovery Help Line to provide emotional support and referrals to youth dealing with substance abuse, problem gambling, or mental health needs across Washington state. Publishes the annual Where to Turn for Teens youth resource guide. Copies may be requested by completing an online request form on the Teen Link website. Conducts youth suicide and substance use prevention classes in schools, community centers, and more. To request a class, complete a request form on the Teen Link website.