I could go on and on about how much CYN does for the youth and their families but I will keep it short. I am a social worker who is often seeking resources for families in need. ANYTIME I approach CYN for support they make it happen, in some cases on the same day! The support they provide not only makes my job easier it also give families a sense of caring/love/hope/community/peace. The tangible items meet a need but the sentiment behind the giving is what really makes a difference in the lives of the families they serve. I am so grateful for CYN!
City Youth Now (CYN) is doing some of the most important work in San Francisco. They are legitimately passionate about adding value to the youth community in every way they are able. I interned with them from Jan-Mar 2020 and was exposed to an incredible group of people - especially the two full-time employees, Ronesha and Jocelynn. These two are at the center of everything CYN does and glue together the many pieces needed to operate a non-profit.
I am confident that every single dollar provided to them is utilized to create real impact in real lives. It's hard to find that kind of security in an investment of time or money - which is why I am so excited about it! Contribute in any way if you can - it will be worth it!
I have worked with City Youth Now since 1988. As a former board member, advisor, clients getting services, and a donor.
This agency has served 1,000 plus young people through programs which have changed their lives.
During this time of the COVID 19 they have gone virtual and provided services with employment training, internships, family programs, college prep, scholarships, etc.
Do they help youth and their families? YES! Have I seen young people and their parents/guardians contact the staff and say thank, telling them because without your help I would not have made it. The dedicated staff and volunteers go beyond the call of duty to make a difference because they see the need. City Youth Now is a rare jewel in San Francisco.
John Knox
I have volunteered with City Youth Now over the years and witnessed first hand the amount of genuine care and dedication they have for their work. As an organization, they strive to make a positive impact on the lives they touch. Not only do they provide essential services and internships, they provide a space for youth to grow and achieve success they once thought unattainable. The staff are always hard at work, whether it be handling the day to day logistics or engaging with the youth. Everyday City Youth now works to build a better community for all. City Youth Now is awesome!
Peace Parks is a community outreach program that provides programs and services to support transitional age youth. We were able to collaborate with City Youth Now and together were able to provide stable employment and workforce development for the young men and ladies in our programs. Our relationship proved to be valuable for both the participants and the community. We look forward to continuing our collaborative work with City Youth Now!
I have worked in partnership with City Youth now as a community based mental health provider for 5 years! The team provides timely collaboration, strengthen the network of support with their youth's treatment team. They also provide unconditional support to you and work with them to meet their goals. The annual education scholarship is a wonderful opportunity for youth. Their grant program is hands down my most used resourced, I have supported youth in receiving clothes, school supplies, christmas gifts, laptops, tablets, independent living resources, and more. Cannot speak higher of this amazing organization. They walk the walk.
This organization has come along way in the 70 years since it was founded. In the last four years that I have been on the Board of Directors, we have worked through a variety of challenges and become stronger. We developed a terrific young professionals board, overhauled our key programs and diversified our revenue stream.
I have been associated with non profit organizations focuses on teens for the better part of the last 20 years and I am constantly amazed by the dedication of their staff and volunteers, past and present, and their ability to serve the youth community at risk with very little funding, this is amazing. Keep Going CYN!
I was a volunteer teacher in Juvenile Hall. The people at City Youth Now were very helpful to me in many ways. They worked with me to get me connected to the opportunity and they made sure I was ready to teach when the day came. I thought they did a great job and I really appreciated all of their assistance.
City Youth Now is a great organization with great people. I have worked on a few projects with them and I am always impressed by how well they connect with the youth they serve. They are always thinking of new ways to give support to the youth. I attended a great program they ran where they brought professionals in to talk to the youth. I really enjoyed meeting the youth and answering their questions. I think these folks do a terrific job.
I have volunteered with City Youth Now for 3 years. The organization is strongly committed to its mission to support at-risk youth. The team is professional, empathetic, creative and enthusiastic about their work and its importance. I have seen incredible growth over the 3 years and that has paid off in real ways for the youth. They provide real consistency to these kids who don't have much consistency in their lives. They work hard to partner with as many people and organizations as they can to find more ways to support the youth. A stellar organization.
City Youth Now has been very instrumental in helping my clients obtain the resources that they need to be successful in life. They've provided assistance in may different forms (i.e., internships, clothing donations, financial assistance, and much more). They are my go-to place to get quick and efficient assistance for my clients who are minors and who usually do not have anyone else to support them in their time of need. Other agencies that I collaborate with also rely on CYN for similar services. I am so grateful for all that they do and hope they stay around forever!!
I work with children in foster care. Sometimes the county funds do not extend far enough to support the foster you (clothing, school supplies, furniture, etc,). When these moments take place myself and many of my peers turn to CYN to help fill the gaps.
CYN has met my expectations with almost every request I have placed with them. I would recommend this non profit to anyone and everyone that could use help from books, board games, tutoring, furniture, clothing, or urgent fund requests!
On behalf of the children and families I serve, THANK YOU!