Who We Are

Our Mission:  We create communities, rooted in belonging, for youth experiencing instability to own their future.

Our Vision:  A society where all youth have support, stable housing, and belonging.

Impact

Impact matters, not only for the youth we have the honor of working with but also to our larger community. We don’t just believe that our resources are making an impact, we know they are! Check out the impact we have had over the years.

Our Story

We haven’t always been A.Y.A Youth Collective. We started as two unique organizations that partnered together for years before merging into A.Y.A Youth Collective. Learn more about our story!

Authenticity

We ask. We listen. We keep things real. The more we know and share, the better prepared we are to take actions that break cycles of homelessness and disrupt systemic injustice. We make progress together.

Inclusion

Every person has inherent dignity and worth to share with others. We celebrate youth of all identities and backgrounds as they are and bring their whole selves to the intentional communities we create together. We recognize the unique voices, perspectives and realities of every individual and work to build youth-centered and personalized support.

Community

Every person needs connection to thrive. Through the presence of caring peers, advocates and mentors, youth can build the relationships they need to be seen and understood. Youth have equitable access to resources critical to their wellbeing that grow their circles of support.