Homeless Youth Connection

About Us

• Mission: The mission of homeless youth connection (hyc) is to eliminate barriers to graduation for homeless youth and create lasting solutions for a successful future through community support and increased awareness. hyc serves homeless youth ages 13-21 who are attending local high schools. youth are provided with basic necessities, case management, housing if needed, life skills and mentors to ensure they have the resources to stay in school, complete their education and have a chance at a brighter future. since our inception in 2010, we have served more than 3,000 students, and placed more than 100 in host homes.

Organization Size

• Size: Medium ($2,000,000 - $25,000,000)

Contact Information

• Address: 224 East Hatcher Road, , Phoenix, AZ 85020

• Phone: (602) 847-4300

Our Staff

• Dawn Bogart, Chief Executive Officer
• Dana Bailey, Chief Operating Officer
• Cyndi Tercero, Board President
• Cindy Toraya, Board Vice President
• Debra Charlesworth, Board Treasurer

Our Scores

• Stars: 4 Stars: Exceed or meets best practices and industry standards across almost all areas. Likely to be a highly-effective charity.

• Score: 90+ Score: Exceed or meets best practices and industry standards across almost all areas. Likely to be a highly-effective charity.