People United For Families :: Youth as Resources

YOUTH AS RESOURCES:
What is YAR: Youth As Resources (YAR) is a community based program offering youth the opportunity to work side-by-side with community members to tackle projects and make life better in their community.

WHO IS INVOLVED: Youth from all walks of life get involved. Some are experienced in volunteer
service; others may be new to service. All want to make their communities better places for
themselves and others.

YAR BENEFITS
Youth Gain…
· Leadership, planning, teamwork, and other life skills
· A sense of connection and accountability to the community
· An ethic of service and a commitment to be involved
· A sense of pride, confidence, being needed and valued
· Power to affect personal change and improve the lives of others

Communities Gain…
· Resources and creativity in solving problems and providing needed community services
· Strong youth adult partnerships – mutual understanding and trust
· New alliances among local businesses, agencies, and organizations
· New perspectives as youth gain a voice in governance and philanthropy

Projects must address an identified need and/or issue of concern in the
community and all projects are youth-led, youth-planned, and youth-driven!

View Otoe County Projects Winners of the Join Hands Day State Excellence Award 4 years
running and the 2005 Project Response Youth Community Service Award.

If you’re interested in learning more about YAR, have project ideas or want to join a project, complete
the Interest Form and return to People United For Families, 917 Wildwood Lane, Suite H, Nebraska City, NE.