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| A NOTE FROM OUR BOARD PRESIDENT |
| | Dear Friends,
As 2020 comes to conclusion, the CYN staff and Board of Directors are reflecting on the many challenges faced by the population we serve. Youth and families in San Francisco have been impacted by the pandemic, the aftermath of the killing of George Floyd, and the ups and downs of distance learning in addition to the challenges of day to day life. Throughout all of this, they have remained resilient and continued to push through each day with positivity and hope.
Despite the many ways we have all been affected by this pandemic, the CYN community has remained committed to our mission. Because of your support, we have provided critical need support to over 300 youth and families, including grocery vouchers, cleaning supplies, and rental support.
With Thanksgiving on the horizon we would like to share our gratitude for our community and the unwavering support that has allowed us to help youth in need. We are thankful for you and wish you and your family a very joyous holiday season.
Kind Regards Charles Higgins President of the Board of Directors City Youth Now charleshiggins@cityyouthnow.org
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| | | | | | Quay Australia Collaboration |
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| With local youth adjusting to virtual learning, they are spending more time than ever in front of the computer. Quay Australia donated 100 pairsof blue light glasses to ensure that youth are prepared for so much time in front of the screen. The youth have shared their gratitude for the donations from such an amazing company. Thank you, Quay Australia! |
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| | | | At City Youth Now, our programs and services are youth informed. This year, many youth expressed interests in learning more about Historically Black Colleges and Universities. In September, we hosted an Virtual HBCU panel, including alumni from several HBCUs. Youth left the panel with first-hand knowledge from alumni and one lucky winner left with a brand new laptop!
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Personal Empowerment Program |
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| | Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been on the front lines supporting youth and families affected by the COVID19 Pandemic. |
| "City Youth Now has been there for my clients during some of the toughest times of their lives. I am forever grateful to them for always being there to lend a helping hand when we have nowhere else to turn. Thank you!"
-Jacari M. Reentry Social Worker |
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Youth Partnering for Education and Employment |
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| Higher Education Virtual Series |
| Through our YPEE program, our goal is to provide our youth with educational opportunities. Last month, we hosted a higher education series workshop- youth were able to learn about Financial Aid, Community College, the Cal State University System, Universities of California, and hear from a college panel. We hope this series showed our youth that no barriers should prevent them from wanting to pursue higher education. |
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| Hispanic Heritage Month Presentation |
| Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated between September 15th to October 15th. Although we were unable to celebrate in person this year, youth housed inside juvenile hall were still able to learn about origins of this celebration and the Hispanic history of San Francisco. |
| Virtual Family Paint Night |
| | As a way to de-stress and spend time together safely, the youth housed inside of juvenile hall were also able to join us for our Virtual Family Paint Night. They were provided with the necessary supplies as well as some snacks to enjoy. We are so glad they were able to participate! |
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| | | | | Last month, our young professionals board gathered together safely for their Annual YP Retreat in Golden Gate Park! They discussed goals for this upcoming fiscal year and ways they are able to supportour youth in the community! For more information about our Young Professionals Board, or if you are interested in joining, reach out to jocelynn@cityyouthnow.org |
| Spotlight: New Board Member |
| | | | | City Youth Now is proud to introduce another addition to our Board of Directors, Mr. Anthony Williams! Mr. Williams has been a provider of individual and group holistic healthprograms for more than 22 years. We are excited to have him join the CYN team, and assist us with improving our programs and services for our youth. If you would like to learn more about Anthony, please visit our website! |
| | | | | If you are interested in giving back in any of these ways, contact us at info@cityyouthnow.org |
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