BANYAN COMMUNITY

Description

The overall goals of Banyan are to:
* Provide opportunities for youth to develop leadership skills, engage in positive relationships with peers and adults, and have new experiences.
* Provide academic support and accountability so that youth can succeed in school and college.
* Create an environment of support around youth, through the encouragement and investment of the adults in the community.
* Strengthen families by connecting them to resources and helping them to avert crisis.
* Connect neighbors to each other so they can build a strong community.