Establish an ongoing relationship between an older youth or young adult and a younger child or adolescent, usually an elementary or middle school student
Establish a relationship between an older adult and a child, adolescent, or college student through social interactions or a variety of educational and art activities
Support outdoor pursuits and adventure-based activities that emphasize inter- and intra-personal growth through overcoming obstacles (e.g., challenge courses, wilderness excursions, etc.)
Place youth with mental, emotional, and behavioral health challenges in foster families that provide a structured, nurturing, therapeutic environment; also called Therapeutic Foster Care (TFC)
Provide youth with leadership building opportunities, often through social activities such as advocacy groups, peer education, youth-led participatory research, and local government youth advisory councils and boards
