About St. Paul Youth Services
St. Paul Youth Services (SPYS) was established 45 years ago jointly by the City of Saint Paul and the Saint Paul Police Department, in response to concerns about increased youth interaction with the juvenile justice system.
Over time, we established our independence as a 501(c)(3) and added programs, partners, and expertise rooted in proven practices and pioneering approaches to early behavior intervention.
Since its founding, SPYS has successfully interrupted the cradle-to-prison pipeline, keeping thousands of youth healthy, hopeful, and free.
9 out of 10 youth we partner with do better in school, stay out of the juvenile justice system, and resolve family conflicts without police intervention, hospitalization, or removal from the home. Today, SPYS also partners with youth to dismantle the cradle-to-prison pipeline altogether.
Voluntary Board Member
RECRUITMENT CRITERIA: Leaders & Influencers to connect SPYS with opportunities to Strategic Plan Goal 2 of 4, Train & Collaborate with Nonprofits & Public Agencies
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Time: Commit to preparing for and attending bimonthly Board Meetings via Zoom or in-person.
2. Treasure: Make a meaningful monthly donation.
3. Testimony: Share SPYS posts on social media
4. Talent: Share skills/talents and/or skills/talents of your network that can support Goal 4 of 4.
2021 – 2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS
1 of 4 Partner with Black Youth & Their Families
2 of 4 Train & Collaborate with Nonprofits & Public Agencies
3 of 4 Work for Just & Effective Policies
4 of 4 Advocate for Resources Proportionate to the Organizational Mission, Vision, and Values