Getting at-risk youth involved

October 31, 2008

Many nonprofits have misgivings about getting at-risk youth involved in community-service programs. However, their participation can work for everyone's benefit, providing nonprofits with a contingent of young, energetic volunteers while giving youth the satisfaction of making a difference.

This report, written by Sejal Hathi and Bob Bhaerman and published by Youth Service America, outlines the risks, benefits and effective practices of engaging at-risk youth in community-service programs.

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