The biggest mistake a society can make is to write off its youth.  Many of these individuals have been
betrayed by the people who are supposed to love them the most, others simply fell through the cracks,
but it is not too late to let them know that somebody cares.  Kindness to this group is an investment in all
of our futures.  The knowledge that they are not alone may be the missing piece of the puzzle to help
them get their lives heading in a direction that will benefit us all.  Regardless of all this, these are young
adults who by choices of their own or choices forced upon them are headed in a dangerous direction.  
They are often scared or angry and almost always hurting.  A
better day could have a very lasting effect
for them.
Examples of registered
donees that fit this category:
  • Youth Shelters
  • After school programs
  • Family planning centres
  • Mentoring programs
  • Young offender services
  • Rehabilitation centres and other
    addictions services
Examples of ways we can
help:
  • Provide furniture, TVs, DVD
    players, stereos, music to
    shelters
  • Donate movie passes and
    tickets to theatre events
  • Shopping spree to purchase
    clothing
  • birthday gifts
  • Donate gifts for holidays
  • Sports equipment for after
    school programs
  • Offer a fantastic prize for an
    essay writing competition in high
    risk schools.