ABOUT
L.I.F.T. YOUTH
We are a non profit organization dedicated to reducing the high rate of teen suicide. Youth suicidal ideation, attempt and completion are on the rise. Results from the 2019 Youth Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System show that in the past year 18.8% of high school students seriously considered attempting suicide and 8.9% attempted suicide. Even before COVID-19 pandemic, youth suicide was already at a record high. According to recent polls, suicide is the second leading cause of death among people ages 10-24 and has been increasing every year since 2007. Working with LA County Foster Youth, we provide outdoor hikes, camping trips and even temporary housing for youth ages 18 to 23 who are in need of a safe place to stay. Our Coaches help youth with job placement and even their pursuit in higher education.
AT LIFT Youth, through one on one engagement and various motivating and encouraging youth activities we aim to intervene and prevent youth from giving up on themselves and on life.
MISSION & VISION.
LIFT Youth aims to help develop young minds by engaging, mentoring and training them, introducing them to knowledge and skills that they might not learn in their everyday day activities in school.
Our programs include culinary skills training; health and wellness which consists of martial arts training, yoga, basketball and bowling; business etiquette; and one on one mentoring.
Program Benefits
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Emotional Stability
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Discipline: We teach discipline in various ways, depending upon the individual capacity of each child. OUR culinary program, for example, is conducted in an environment where youth are charged with responsibilities and duties that help build self esteem, provide them with purpose and rewards for a job well done!
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Physical Fitness
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Family Bond
FOLLOW
LIFT YOUTH.
PARTNERS.
L.I.F.T. Youth organization could not continue its' mission without your support. Special thanks to our partners who have helped us make a difference.