Youth Assisting Youth grows the leaders of tomorrow through peer mentorship of at-risk and newcomer youth. Since 1976, YAY has paired volunteer young adult mentors aged 16-29 with youth aged 6-15 to engage in activities to develop mind, body, character and leadership skills. Our non-profit connects volunteers to meaningful mentorship experiences that profoundly impact the most vulnerable youth and their families in communities across Toronto and York Region.
Youth Assisting Youth grows the leaders of tomorrow through peer mentorship of at-risk and newcomer youth. Since 1976, YAY has paired volunteer young adult mentors aged 16-29 with youth aged 6-15 to engage in activities to develop mind, body, character and leadership skills. Our non-profit connects volunteers to meaningful mentorship experiences that profoundly impact the most vulnerable youth and their families in communities across Toronto and York Region.