Youth on Their Own
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1660 N. Alvernon Way 520-293-1136
Tucson, AZ 85712 www.yoto.org
Elizabeth Slater, Chief Executive Officer
Youth on Their Own (YOTO), a Tucson based non-profit agency is dedicated to support the high school graduation and continued success of homeless youth by providing
Financial assistance – up to $160 per month) based on good attendance and good grades
Basic human needs – including food, toiletries, school supplies and more
Guidance – encouragement, college and career assistance, workforce readiness preparation, and connections to other services in the community. YOTO also offers mental health services to alumni and students 18 and over to help them cope with the stresses of experiencing homelessness during a pandemic.
These motivated young people cannot depend on their parents due to parental substance abuse, death, incarceration, abuse, or extreme poverty. Today, high school graduation is a vital step toward self-sufficiency and creates the well-being and opportunities in adulthood that break the cycle of poverty and reliance on social services.
YOTO Statistics for July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021 Covid19 Response – Supporting Youth in Crisis
796 - Homeless Students Served:
$1,136,113 – Direct Financial Assistance
$153,037 – Emergency Bill Assistance
40,719 – Food Items Distributed
21, 509 – Hygiene Items Distributed
71 – Mattresses Distributed
8,999 – School Supplies Distributed
137 – Laptops Provided
48 – Bikes Provided
143 High School Graduates
The YOTO facility offers students a study area with computers to complete homework, and a Mini-Mall to get needed food supplies and personal hygiene items.
Tucson, AZ 85712 www.yoto.org
Elizabeth Slater, Chief Executive Officer
Youth on Their Own (YOTO), a Tucson based non-profit agency is dedicated to support the high school graduation and continued success of homeless youth by providing
Financial assistance – up to $160 per month) based on good attendance and good grades
Basic human needs – including food, toiletries, school supplies and more
Guidance – encouragement, college and career assistance, workforce readiness preparation, and connections to other services in the community. YOTO also offers mental health services to alumni and students 18 and over to help them cope with the stresses of experiencing homelessness during a pandemic.
These motivated young people cannot depend on their parents due to parental substance abuse, death, incarceration, abuse, or extreme poverty. Today, high school graduation is a vital step toward self-sufficiency and creates the well-being and opportunities in adulthood that break the cycle of poverty and reliance on social services.
YOTO Statistics for July 1, 2020 - June 30, 2021 Covid19 Response – Supporting Youth in Crisis
796 - Homeless Students Served:
$1,136,113 – Direct Financial Assistance
$153,037 – Emergency Bill Assistance
40,719 – Food Items Distributed
21, 509 – Hygiene Items Distributed
71 – Mattresses Distributed
8,999 – School Supplies Distributed
137 – Laptops Provided
48 – Bikes Provided
143 High School Graduates
The YOTO facility offers students a study area with computers to complete homework, and a Mini-Mall to get needed food supplies and personal hygiene items.
YOTO has purchased a new property, their “forever home,” at 2525 N Country Club Road which is currently being renovated. It is 54% larger than their current space which will allow YOTO to continue providing needed services. Angel Charity for Children has committed to raising $75,000 to fund the renovations needed for YOTO’S NEW HOME . . . making it safe and welcoming for youth and expanding the services they offer.
The projected date for MOVE IN to the new building has been delayed to June/July 2023 due to the need for mold and asbestos abatement. YOTO believes this time frame will be less disruptive to the students as it will occur during the summer. They plan a Ribbon Cutting Event in the Fall.
The projected date for MOVE IN to the new building has been delayed to June/July 2023 due to the need for mold and asbestos abatement. YOTO believes this time frame will be less disruptive to the students as it will occur during the summer. They plan a Ribbon Cutting Event in the Fall.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
JOIN US on the 4th Wednesday of each month at 1 PM in Classroom 5 at church to make Cards of Inspiration for YOTO students. Currently students are receiving their monthly stipend monies through Reloadable Master Cards (replacing Stipend Checks). Students have asked that they continue to receive the Cards of Inspiration, and they will get these cards with their Mini-Mall shopping for needed supplies.
CONTRIBUTE to YOTO’s Mini-Mall. The 3rd Sunday of each month at church is the official COLLECTION SUNDAY for Youth on Their Own Mini-Mall Needs. Below is a current list of the needs. A tub marked YOTO is in Charter Hall just outside The Spiritual Life Center to receive all donations. The collected supplies are taken to YOTO once each month.
To learn more about Youth On Their Own (2023), go to the yoto.org. Mission Committee Liaison: Mary Horn
