Our Mission
“Action For Youth’s primary purpose is to find and maintain opportunities that provide character development and occupational training for young people.”
We work to support young people with forward thinking and decision making to create a better environment for them and their future.
Our Programs
Action For Youth exists to enrich the lives of local youth by providing mentorship in volunteer and work programs, activities, and international culture development.
Volunteer
Places we’ve worked: Providence Park, Rose Quarter, Oregon Gardens, Portland International Raceway, Reser Stadium.
Work Program
Our volunteers and employees enter the job market better equipped to succeed with years of work experience.
Summer Work Program provides jobs for youth starting at age 15.
Year-round employment allows flexible scheduling for high school and college age students.
Activites
Action For Youth partners with local youth clubs by contributing to various activities such as sports clubs and international travel experiences.