About Us:

At WAVES Youth Partnership, we’re more than just a non-profit; we’re a launchpad for young lives ready to navigate the complexities of our world. We believe that every young person, regardless of their starting point, holds within them the potential for incredible growth and resilience.

Empowering youth to navigate life’s currents.

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WAVES empowers youth through tailored support and community connection.

Our mission, rooted in the acronym WAVES – Welcoming And Valuing Every Soul – is to create safe harbors where at-risk youth can discover their strengths, build lasting connections, and chart a course towards a brighter future.

We are allies against systemic barriers, empowering youth to thrive. Tailored support transforms obstacles into pathways to potential.

Connection fuels transformation. We build safe spaces for growth, fostering belonging and essential life skills for confident futures.

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Your journey, personalized guidance.

We don’t offer cookie-cutter solutions. Instead, we dive deep, understanding each individual’s unique needs and aspirations. Imagine a compass guiding them through the often-turbulent waters of life.

Meet our team

We’re more than an organization; we’re a community family, and we’d love for you to meet us.

Kelly Christy

Co-Founder, CEO

Xavier Orozco

Co-Founder, Chairman