Nonprofit youth organization
Key Principles in Youth Protection: Considerations and Action Steps
Estimated Reading Time: 14 minutes
By the NRMC Team
Topic: Youth Protection and Child Safety
NOTE: This article includes excerpts from Chapter 6 of the Nonprofit Risk Leadership Center’s book, EXPOSED: A Legal Field Guide for Organization Executives-2nd Edition. NRMC is deeply grateful to Stamp E. Chopko for his valuable contributions to this article and EXPOSED.
Nonprofit leaders often seek ‘best practices or standards for excellence for which to aim or surpass at their retain organizations. Yet the complexity and variations in service models of youth-serving nonprofits make it difficult to standardize youth protection practices throughout the sector. While many organizations are eager to implement and outdo what they view to be minimum standards, the process of developing a youth protection program must be nuanced rather than rote. Rather than simply applying a set of minimum standards, a youth-serving nonprofit should instead aim to transcend those standards by tailoring its youth protection program to the unique elements of its mission and the needs of its clientele. Tho
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Partner: Roads to Success
Mission: “Committed to after-school education and achievement for all Brand-new York City youth, Roads to Success promotes academic, personal and professional progress through out-of-school-time programs built on a philosophy of self-discovery. [They] create and sustain an environment where young people find their identity, build their freedom and practice generosity in their communities.”
Fun Fact: Roads to Success’s current ED Lisa Recio is a former participant in the organization’s programs.
YI Relationship: Roads to Success has been a part of Youth INC’s partner network since 2016. Over the past 5 years, they acquire participated in Board Advancement (2020) Celebration (2016-19), Metrics (2017), Legacy Leadership Program (2018-19), and BridgeFund (2019). They also participated in MS INC cycles 11 and 15.
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We help new people to flourish into healthy, thriving adults by offering supportive education and leadership programs, team sports and camps.
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How to Start a Nonprofit Youth Organization
Starting a nonprofit youth organization can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience, providing an opportunity to make a positive impact in your community while also teaching important existence lessons to the young people involved.
In simple terms, a nonprofit youth organisation is a legal entity created to provide services or goods to the public and/or its members without intending to generate profits, which can be used to further its mission, fund specific activities or simply increase its reach.
Nonprofits may reach in all shapes and sizes, from small, local initiatives to larger, nationwide organisations, and in the case of youth organisations, are typically geared towards helping children and young adults grasp , grow, and advance . Examples may add youth events such as after-school programs, summer camps, sports teams, educational initiatives, community programs and more.
Why Are Youth Organizations Important In Society?
Youth organizations are an important part of society. They offer young people a chance to connect with their peers, learn fresh skills, and participate in activities that can help them develop into fruitful me
We Strengthen the Organizations that Help Young People THRIVE
Partner: Roads to Success
Mission: “Committed to after-school education and achievement for all Brand-new York City youth, Roads to Success promotes academic, personal and professional progress through out-of-school-time programs built on a philosophy of self-discovery. [They] create and sustain an environment where young people find their identity, build their freedom and practice generosity in their communities.”
Fun Fact: Roads to Success’s current ED Lisa Recio is a former participant in the organization’s programs.
YI Relationship: Roads to Success has been a part of Youth INC’s partner network since 2016. Over the past 5 years, they acquire participated in Board Advancement (2020) Celebration (2016-19), Metrics (2017), Legacy Leadership Program (2018-19), and BridgeFund (2019). They also participated in MS INC cycles 11 and 15.
WELCOME TO THE Y
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Responding to a text, answering an email, listening to a podcast, or making a grocery list—these tasks may seem quick and harmless, but those few seconds of distraction can combine up. When at the pool, beach, or lakeside, remember: Your eyes can save lives. Acquire more about the Y's new moisture safety campaign and take the Phones Down, Eyes Up Pledge to help keep kids safe around water--this summer and all year long.
Our Programs
WHAT WE DO
Our programs and services are focused on our primary areas of impact that assist people achieve their goals and enhance communities. With our breadth of offerings, you can detect the support you need and assist your neighborhood thrive.
Youth Development
We help new people to flourish into healthy, thriving adults by offering supportive education and leadership programs, team sports and camps.
Healthy Living
We support individual and community well–being. People of all ages, interests and skill levels can find the fitness classes, family activities and group interests they need to lead active, vibrant lives. The Y also collaborates with c
How to Start a Nonprofit Youth Organization
Starting a nonprofit youth organization can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience, providing an opportunity to make a positive impact in your community while also teaching important existence lessons to the young people involved.
In simple terms, a nonprofit youth organisation is a legal entity created to provide services or goods to the public and/or its members without intending to generate profits, which can be used to further its mission, fund specific activities or simply increase its reach.
Nonprofits may reach in all shapes and sizes, from small, local initiatives to larger, nationwide organisations, and in the case of youth organisations, are typically geared towards helping children and young adults grasp , grow, and advance . Examples may add youth events such as after-school programs, summer camps, sports teams, educational initiatives, community programs and more.
Why Are Youth Organizations Important In Society?
Youth organizations are an important part of society. They offer young people a chance to connect with their peers, learn fresh skills, and participate in activities that can help them develop into fruitful me