Mission
FYSB supports organizations that work to promote youth well-being, prevent & end youth homelessness, & support a holistic adolescent approach by fostering collaborative partnerships across communities; leading in partnership with youth & young adults; & supporting data-driven practices.
Vision
A future in which all our nation’s youth & young adults can thrive & achieve safety, stability, & well-being.
Our Organizational Structure
FYSB is made up of three divisions that house two major grant programs.
- Division of Positive Youth Development
- Division of Runaway and Homeless Youth
In addition, we fund the National Runaway Safeline , a nationwide crisis hotline for runaway youth. To contact FYSB-funded programs in your area, visit our grantee map.
We are pleased to share some exciting news. FVPSA has moved. In March 2023, the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act (FVPSA) Division, transitioned to the Office of Family Violence Prevention and Services (OFVPS). The Office has moved to the Immediate Office of the Assistant Secretary (IOAS). Shawndell Dawson continues to provide leadership as the Director for OFVPS. You can read the official statement from the Children and Families Administration online.
If you are looking for resources or help regarding domestic violence prevention, please visit the National Domestic Violence Hotline website .