Lake Heights YMCA

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound is Washington's largest donor- and volunteer-supported mentoring organization, dedicated to creating meaningful relationships between adult volunteers, known as Bigs, and young people, referred to as Littles, aged 6 to 18. With over 60 years of experience, the organization believes that strong mentorship is essential for unlocking the potential within youth and improving community outcomes. Offering various mentoring modalities, including community-based, site-based, and group mentoring, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Puget Sound caters to the diverse needs of participants while fostering lasting connections. Their commitment to mentorship plays a crucial role in addressing challenges such as youth mental health and the equity gap, ultimately providing significant social returns on investment. Generated from the website

Mercer Island Youth & Family Services, also known as MIYFS, provides coordinates and advocates human services for the community of Mercer Island. The firm offers services that include individual and family counseling, senior adult outreach, and alcohol and drug prevention and intervention. It also provides volunteering and leadership development, advocacy and community planning, family assistance and support, employment and juvenile court diversion services. Mercer Island Youth & Family Services works in partnership with the City of Mercer Island and the Mercer Island School District and receives support from private contributions and grants, fundraising and special events and revenues generated by volunteer-based thrift shop. Located in Mercer Island, Wash., it is one of the departments of the City of Mercer Island.

The Service Board (tSB) is a youth-led organization based in Seattle, WA, that fosters a supportive community where young individuals are empowered to become leaders. Through their core program, peer leader program, and summer leadership impact program, tSB provides positive adult mentorship, youth leadership development, life skills training, service projects, social justice education, snowboarding, and summer outdoor activities. tSB's mission is to create a space where youth voices are heard, valued, and given the opportunity to thrive. With a focus on building community and empowering young leaders, tSB offers a range of programs and activities that contribute to the personal growth and development of its participants.Generated from the website