national indian youth project

 From NIYP Website:NIYLP works with Native groups, across the mainland US, Hawaii and Canada, many of them can’t afford to bring our program to the young people of their community. An initial consultation, either by phone or on site is the first step to allow our staff to assess the capacity of the community to implement, support and sustain a life-changing program, like Project Venture. Many of the youth in Native communities are struggling with poverty, and accompanying issues of substance abuse, suicide, teen pregnancy and school failure combined with a breakdown of traditional culture and support systems. NIYLP often waives the cost of a site visit, or helps the community write the proposal that will secure the funding to get a program started. These costs are not covered by our current funding sources, but we often agree to forego payment to enable us to get started with the assessment and planning process. Our grant writer and evaluator often donate their services to support start up programs. Your donation also helps support travel to remote locations to assess the capacity to begin the Project Venture program in a needy community. click below to learn more and to donate