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Our Goal & Our Story

What It Is & How It Works

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​Oversee staff, volunteers, youth, and dogs in our Positive Youth Development & Enrichment programs to ensure safe, fun, and impactful experiences!

Lead with heart and help us grow

 

We’re seeking an organized, flexible, and compassionate leader with strong people-management skills as well as experience in youth development and animal welfare.

 

Primarily on-site at our partners' facilities in LA and Pasadena, with some remote meetings.

 

Pay commensurate with experience. Credentialing costs are covered.

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  • Part time, non-exempt

  • Hours worked as needed rather than a set number

  • About 90–120 hours per program, possibly more than 20/hrs per week

  • We have 4-5 programs annually, 3-4 weeks each

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Program Director

We can't wait to hear from you!

We're thrilled to announce we're in active planning with The Academy Project!

The Academy Project provides holistic care for foster youth and their families, focused on promoting independence, self-confidence, well-being, and growth. They collaborate with other organizations in the community to empower foster youth to thrive academically, emotionally, and creatively.

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We're so excited for the opportunity to support their mission through meaningful relationships with shelter dogs! 

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We'll have more information to share soon.

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K9 Youth Alliance empowers youth and enriches the lives of shelter dogs through the human-canine bond!

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Halee Yue’s project, FYRST Pack (Foster Youth Rising through Service and Tails): Lead the Pack, Change Your Story, has won the 2024 UCLA Health Equity Challenge!

We are proud to be a community partner, alongside The Academy Project, on this innovative project that aims to design a leadership and wellness program for foster youth in L.A. County. 

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The vision? To foster resilience and emotional well-being by connecting youth with shelter dogs and supportive mentors, using hands-on training as a tool for growth, healing, and connection.

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We’re honored to support the development of this exciting initiative and can’t wait to see what’s ahead. Congratulations, Halee!

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Proud recipient of the 2025 GuideStar's Platinum Seal of Transparency

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View our 2023 Annual Report

We are a publicly funded nonprofit organization - your support helps youth and shelter dogs build brighter futures together! 

Email: K9YouthAlliance@gmail.com

Phone: (424) 272-5992

Registered Charity: 46-1604776

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