We are dedicated to building a better California in which all children can thrive
We’re working to develop youth leaders, to win greater investments in children and youth, and to build partnerships locally and statewide that improve how systems and policies support our most vulnerable kids. By lifting up all children, we build stronger families and communities.
Youth Initiatives
Youth Leadership
Youth Forward provides training and support to young people in leadership and organizing.
Youth Justice
Youth Forward is working to provide positive opportunities to youth impacted by foster care and the criminal justice system.
Cannabis Policy
Youth Forward works to reduce cannabis marketing to children and youth and to develop prevention programs funded by state cannabis tax revenues.
Resources
Funding Opportunities for Community-Based Organizations via Prop 64
Since voters legalized cannabis in 2016, California state and local […]
CNRA Youth Community Access Grant Program
The California Natural Resources Agency manages a Prop 64 grant […]
California Community Reinvestment Grants Program
The Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) manages […]
DHCS Youth SUD Prevention Program/Elevate Youth California
The Department of Health Care Services manages a statewide Prop […]
