Mission

The SYTA Youth Foundation provides students/youth financial resources and programming through travel experiences that impact the lives of tomorrow's global citizens.

To learn more please click here to view our 2012 Case Statement.

Purposes & Goals

Formed in the year 2000, the SYTA Youth Foundation is the 501(c)(3) philanthropic sister organization of the Student & Youth Travel Association (SYTA). The purpose of the Foundation is to create ongoing awareness and assistance programs for the direct benefit of youth.  The SYTA Youth Foundation will act as a vehicle for the many volunteer resources and funding capabilities available from SYTA members, the Student & Youth Travel Industry, the Educational Community and the Public.

Through a variety of strategic partnerships and volunteer initiatives the Foundation will:

• Identify opportunities that support the evolving needs of today's youth.
• Design and implement assistance projects that enhance the social, cultural and educational experiences for youth.
• Target financial and alternative support resources to further Foundation objectives.
• Enrich the link between travel experiences and the character development of youth.

Partners

For a full list of our founders, partners, and donors please visit our Partners page today.  As a non-profit organization the Foundation raises funds for our programs and services through donations and fundraising events.

The SYTA Youth Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization. 

The SYTA Youth Foundation would not be made possible without your support! 

Board of Trustees

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