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All in for Youth's mission is to empower educational success, mental well-being, and financial security for youth by removing systemic barriers. By working directly with students, families, and educators, we provide the resources needed to ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive. Join us in shaping a brighter future for vulnerable students.
For more information or to make a referral, contact: Rebecca Jansen, Portfolio Manager, Children and Youth
All in for Youth is a collaborative initiative led by United Way of the Alberta Capital Region that provides students with the resources and support they need to stay in school, graduate, and build successful futures.
By working directly with schools, families, and community organizations, we offer integrated, school-based services that help students overcome challenges related to mental health, academic success, and family stability. Our goal is to remove barriers so that every student has the opportunity to thrive.
This coordinated, community-driven approach is helping to create lasting change by ensuring that vulnerable youth receive the support they need—right where they need it most.
All in for Youth supports children from Kindergarten through Grade 12 in eight schools where there is a high need for services:
Together, we can make an impact. Here’s how you can get involved:
Support a Student’s SuccessYour contribution provides vital resources to students in need.
Become a Mentor & Change a LifeJoin us as a mentor, tutor, or program assistant and make a lasting impact on a child’s future.
We support students by delivering integrated, school-based services that create lasting change.
Provides personalized learning plans, study skills development, and mentorship to help students stay on track.
Ensures students have access to nutritious meals at school and food support at home.
Offers on-site counseling, stress management support, and crisis intervention to promote emotional resilience.
Provides safe, structured environments for academic support, recreational activities, and leadership development.
Connects families with essential resources, parenting workshops, and crisis intervention services.
Prepares students for post-secondary education and career success through mentorship and skill-building.
Because of supporters like you, AIFY students and families are creating positive change in their lives – and it’s making a difference in the broader community, too. Here’s what some youth, parents, and educators had to say about their experience.
report having a trusted adult at school.
demonstrate increased academic engagement.
said that, if their child had to change schools, it was very important that the new school have the same supports and services as their AIFY school.
Annual impact reports demonstrates how All in for Youth's holistic approach is helping students and families meet their needs.
Local students, teachers, and community members share their experiences. Plus, insights from RUNWITHIT Synthetics on how All in For Youth is creating thriving communities today, for tomorrow.
Chloe struggled in school until she was connected with wrap-around supports through the All in for Youth initiative, a collaboration supported through United Way. Staff help Chloe through hardships at home, build her confidence and support her on her path to graduation.
This innovative initiative is made possible through the dedication of community partners, school divisions and funders – collectively committed to being All in for Youth and families.
Your donation to United Way stays 100% local, providing life-changing support to individuals and families within your community.
This is a 15-minute self-guided tour, where you have the chance to hear from students and members of the community as they share their experiences being part of an All in for Youth school.