Opportunities for youth to thrive in school, careers, and life.

Explore +Accounts

Through the support of Project Youth+ and the IDA program, Valeria was able to stay on track and graduate within four years by covering summer tuition not funded by her Pell Grant. She also purchased essential technology including a laptop and iPad, tools that were critical during remote learning.

Beyond financial assistance, Valeria gained lifelong skills in saving and investing, along with consistent encouragement from Advisors who believed in her success.

Today, Valeria holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Oregon in Family and Human Services, Spanish, and Global Health, and is pursuing her Master of Public Health at UCLA, focusing on prevention efforts in underserved communities.

Valeria’s journey reflects the power of investing in young people with the tools, confidence, and support they need to thrive.

Explore Career Build

When Brady joined the PY+ Career Build program, he had strong motivation but limited work experience. Through a partnership with Crater High School, PY+ placed him in a paid internship with the City of Central Point Parks and Recreation Department.

After two successful summers learning alongside city staff, Brady was hired as a city employee.

Brady shares that without Career Build, he would not have had access to the opportunity he now enjoys in a position he loves. The program provided him with real-world skills, professional connections, and a clear pathway toward career advancement.

Explore College+

Through his dedication and consistent work with his Project Youth+ Advisor, Tristen Regla explored college and career pathways, completed college applications, and pursued multiple scholarship opportunities. He fully embraced enrichment experiences offered through Project Youth+, including the University of Oregon SAIL summer program, Oregon Business Academy, and meaningful volunteer service in our community.

With guidance and determination, Tristen earned several scholarships, including the Renaissance Scholarship, the University of Oregon Pathways Scholarship, a Project Youth+ Scholarship, and a $500 Evergreen Scholarship. His success reflects what is possible when personalized advising, enrichment opportunities, and student commitment come together to open doors for the future.

Explore Whatever It Takes

Kylee and Jasmine each faced significant challenges that made staying engaged in school difficult, but neither gave up.

Kylee became a dependable member of the SOSA work crew and an active leader on the Student Council. Jasmine embraced every opportunity, working closely with her WIT Advisor to overcome barriers and complete her diploma.

With resilience, determination, and support from their WIT Advisor, Jessica, both young women proudly graduated from SOSA.