THE SAY INITIATIVE

Sponsor A Youth

What is SAY?

SAY (Sponsor A Youth) is a unique giving initiative that connects donors directly to meaningful, real-life opportunities for youth experiencing or at risk of homelessness.

Instead of general donations, SAY allows you to fund a specific goal for a specific young person, creating immediate, tangible impact.

What You’re Supporting

  • Job training or certification programs

  • Course or exam fees

  • Workplace essentials (uniforms, PPE, tools, materials, etc)

  • Mental health and physical health resources

  • Transportation to/from place of employment

How It Works

SAY Candidates

SAY Youths #008: 3 Month Gym Membership

Category: Mental and Physical Health

Funding Request: $177.38

Youth Description: Several of our youth have expressed great interest in a gym membership, with the primary goals being to support their health. Not only will this help our youth's physical health, but it will also help their mental wellness. Having a place to be and move their bodies without judgement or being seen as a nuisance will make more space for youth to focus on other goals. The improved physical and mental health that comes with consistent training will help create a basis for our youth to work towards housing, employment, education, and their mental health journey.

Opportunity: Contributing to our gym membership fund that will purchase youth a 3 month gym membership at Crunch Fitness.