Art from Ashes (AfA) provides creative empowerment programming for young people aged 12-24, utilizing spoken word, poetry, intuitive writing, and art. AfA offers youth a safe space where they can freely express themselves without being censored and without fear of judgment, through Virtual Workshops, Events, Creative Drop-in time, and our nationally-recognized, award-winning curriculum programs. All of AfA’s programs provide a safe, non-judgmental space with caring adults and community artists for youth to share their dreams, hopes, fears and pain, as well as the opportunity to connect with their community, and transform their stories from trauma to self-empowerment.
Bright Future Foundation provides services to domestic violence and sexual assault survivors. Their services include Advocacy (24/7 hotline, mental health services, legal advocacy and representation, case management and financial education), Brighthouse (safehouse shelter), rapid re-housing initiative (up to two years of low-rent, temporary housing), buddy mentors (mentorship program for kids), youth advocacy, SANE exams, forensic nurse exams, and online parenting classes.
Karis serves homeless, unaccompanied youth ages 13-24 in Mesa County through Emergency Shelter, Street Outreach and Drop-in Center, Transitional Housing, and Permanent Supportive Housing. All Karis programs are designed to help homeless youth reach HOME: Housing that is safe and stable, Ongoing positive relationships, Meaning through education and employment, and Emotional, physical, and psychological well-being.