CONNECTIONS INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY SERVICES Connections Individual and Family services (CIFS) is a nonprofit organization based out of New Braunfels, Texas. Since 1981, they have strived to create a safe environment for homeless, abused, and at-risk youth in their community. Since then, they have expanded their services to 17 rural communities in Texas.

KENDALL CO. WOMEN'S SHELTER Kendal Co. Women's Shelter (KCWS) provides safe, emergency shelter in a supportive environment where Texas Hill Country victims of domestic violence and their children can begin the healing process and receive the support services they need to build new lives. They are based out of Boerne, Texas, where they

GIRLS ON THE RUN DFW Girls on the Run (GOTR) of the Dallas Fort Worth metroplex inspires ALL girls to build confidence and make intentional decisions, while fostering care and compassion for self and others. Trained coaches use physical activity and dynamic discussions to build social, emotional and physical skills in every girl

RISE Resources Inspiring Success and Empowering (RISE) aims to bridge the disparity gap between the transitioning youth, young adult and their community through education, mentoring, advocacy, outreach and awareness. At RISE youth participate in mentoring sessions and youth-adult partnerships. RISE is seeing the positive impact of these partnerships everyday! Over the past two

ALL THINGS MADE NEW The All Things Made New Mentoring Program (ATMN) aims to provide mentorship, character development, and life skills training for youth to lead fulfilling and rewarding lives. The ultimate goal of ATMN is to motivate middle school and high school students to be goal oriented with strong character as they

SAN ANTONIO THREADS San Antonio Threads mission is to provide a safe and nurturing shopping experience for teens (ages 12-21) who are homeless, in the foster care system, in emergency situations, or otherwise referred to the nonprofit. With increased social skills, confidence, and the right attire, teens served by San Antonio Threads are

GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP Global Citizenship works to provide youth and their families an opportunity to gain a better understanding and appreciation of different cultures. It is a collaborative effort by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and the Department of Recreation, Park and Tourism Sciences. Global Citizenship aspires to promote their program participants’ cultural competence, increase

CITY OF BRYAN YOUTH ADVISORY COMMISSION (YAC) The City of Bryan Youth Advisory Commission (YAC) serves as an advisor to the Bryan City Council. The commission is in place to provide a voice for the teen community and they advise the council on issues affecting the youth within the City of Bryan. The

CITY OF AUSTIN COMMUNITY YOUTH DEVELOPMENT (CYD) PROGRAM The 78744 Community Youth Development Program funds an array of prevention services that support families and enhance the positive development of youth in the 78744 zip code. TYAN GRADUATE! Austin, TX Youth Members Years with TYAN

GIRLS WITH PURPOSE Girls with Purpose assists young girls aged (7-19) find their value, purpose, and worth in life. To achieve this goal, they facilitate programs that focus on service learning, fostering high self-esteem, developing life skills, and so much more. Their programs and services impact youth by providing them the space and