Vision, Mission, Values

Our Vision

A society that treasures the safety, well-being and self-worth of every child.

Our Mission

Youth Outreach Services promotes the strengths and abilities of youth and families by providing community-based services that empower and enrich each to face life’s challenges with confidence, competence and dignity.

Our Values – What We Believe

Compassion: We have a heart for serving children, offering them the tools they need to achieve success. We care for each child we serve as if they were our own, helping them make positive choices and offering them opportunities to thrive and dream.

Impact: We make a unique impact in our communities, gaining the confidence of those we serve by providing outcomes-oriented programs that make a difference. Our staff are specialists, continuously developing their skills and contributing to the field new ideas and ways of inspiring young lives with a message of hope.

Embrace: We are dedicated to an “open door” policy, embracing each and every youth and family in need of our care and attention. Our diverse staff and inclusive nature reflect the culture of our organization and allow us to serve a wide variety of clients and communities, respecting and valuing the cultural, ethnic and religious differences of each.

Perseverance: We never give up, believing that all youth, regardless of circumstance, are capable of overcoming challenges and achieving success. We are committed to inspiring positive development in their lives, families and communities, allowing each to grow with confidence, competence and dignity.

Community: Partnerships shape the success of our youth, and we rely on our communities, supporters, funders and partner agencies when responding to their needs. We believe in providing community-based services, offering kids a chance to develop and succeed with the help of those around them.