Mission, Vision, Values

  • Mission

    Youth On Their Own (YOTO), a 501(c)(3) local non-profit agency, is dedicated to support the high school graduation and continued success of homeless youth by providing financial assistance, basic human needs and guidance.

  • Vision

    To empower young people on their own to become positive and productive citizens of our community.

  • Values

    • Education

      A high school diploma is crucial to achieving future success.

    • Empowerment

      Youth are given tools for success, direction for their future and guidance, while being held accountable.

    • Integrity

      Prudent fiscal management ensures that all resources directly further our mission, benefiting more students.

    • Respect & Compassion

      All individuals assisted are treated with dignity and encouraged to reach their full potential and goals.

    • Responsive

      Each student’s needs are approached with a consistent sense of urgency and appropriate action for their specific situation.

Urgent Alert!

Youth On Their Own supports the high school graduation and continued success of homeless youth by providing financial assistance, basic human needs and guidance.

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Urgent Alert to All!

Recently, the Youth On Their Own office was notified that teens/youth identifying themselves as YOTO students were canvasing local neighborhoods, requesting monetary donations door–to-door. If this should occur, please DO NOT give money or anything else to these people and notify the police immediately!

Youth On Their Own students and organization do not solicit “door-to-door” and Youth On Their Own students do not canvas neighborhoods. Donations made to Youth On Their Own are made directly to YOTO either by mail, at yoto.org, or at YOTO events.

We thank you for your continued support and urge you to exercise caution when anyone comes to your door for a donation.

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