Alternatives for Youth Foundation

The purpose of ayf is to support programs and activities that are fundamentally consistent with key's mission to reshape the lives of troubled Youth and families. Ayf accomplishes this goal by providing grant funding, as follows:start-up funds - for new and innovative projects in the field of juvenile justice, child welfare, and mental health that are related to ayf's stated purpose.general operating support - for not-for-profit organizations having a demonstrated record of accomplishment in promoting advances and improvements in the juvenile justice, child welfare, and/or mental health systems.project support - for projects that have successfully addressed important juvenile justice, child welfare, and/or mental health problems, and offer the potential for local, state, and/or national replication.academic scholarships - for current and former clients of key who are working toward continuing their education in an accredited institution and for students pursuing an advanced degree in social work.