Board of Directors

“Jackson Street is the result of tenacious and caring folks who saw a tremendous need in Linn and Benton counties, and visualized a safe and nurturing environment for homeless and at-risk youth. I feel privileged to join with others in this vital work.”

“Merely identifying as LGBTQIA+ puts youth at a higher risk of experiencing housing insecurity, and I am committed to supporting and expanding programs and community resources to provide greater support for LGBTQIA+ youth.”

“I know that Jackson Street Youth Services cultivates safe and healthy relationships with youth in so many ways – through mentoring, education, shelter, life skills, food, and opportunities!”

“Jackson Street fills the gap and helps ensure that all young people are offered a role in the future we face together.”

“Supporting our youth through providing services, resources, and mentorship to prevent homelessness
is essential for creating a better future for our community. Jackson Street Youth Services provides all
this and more to help children of all backgrounds thrive and become successful adults

“Children are our present and future, and deserve a life of learning, growing, happiness, and love.”

“Nothing could be more important than ensuring the safety and dignity of our youth. Jackson Street provides resources and support to at-risk young people in our area to achieve this.

“Through a strong collaborative spirit Jackson Street is courageously broadening their services. I see Jackson Street as pointing the way to building a stronger, healthier community. 

“Jackson Street recognizes and breaks don the many unique barriers individuals face, to meet youth where they are and collaboratively create positive change in our community.”