Agency Details:

Youth Scholars Network (YSN), is an East Oakland based non-profit organization which enriches the lives of children, youth and their families by exposing them to the vast expanses and cultures of the world and participation in community services projects. YSN feeds the homeless people and animals in their communities. We uplift the spirits of those who are confined to convalescent facilities by reading, talking, and just being there. We would like to take our first huge step across the globe for our virgin journey to West Africa to donate clothing, educational toys and support the children who are in need.

Description:
Youth Scholars Network (YSN), is an East Oakland based non-profit organization which enriches the lives of children, youth and their families by exposing them to the vast expanses and cultures of the world and participation in community services projects. YSN feeds the homeless people and animals in their communities. We uplift the spirits of those who are confined to convalescent facilities by reading, talking, and just being there. We would like to take our first huge step across the globe for our virgin journey to West Africa to donate clothing, educational toys and support the children who are in need. Ultimately we would like to help a school in West Africa with providing educational tools, clothing and shoes.

History:
We are a newly created organization as of June 2008

Contact people:

Donna Means-Taplin, President, (phone), (email) Mona LalwsonGray, Vice President, (phone), (email) Sessali Watts, Chief Financial Officer, (phone), (email)

Address:

1440 66th Avenue Oakland, CA 94621 (See a map)

Web Site: http://www.youthscholarsnetwork.org

Directions:

880 to 66th Avenue to International. 66th make a right

Miscellaneous Information

Besides English, which languages are spoken at your agency?
	No others
What is the minimum age for volunteers at your agency?
	16
Is your agency wheelchair accessible?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 10?
	Yes
Does your agency have the capacity to host groups of more than 20?
	No

Last updated on December 15, 2009