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About California Youth Outreach::..


Originally founded as Breakout Prison Outreach – the organization was established by Pastor Ortiz to provide support and give hope to youth victimized by drug abuse, violence, and gang lifestyles.

In 1998, the Agency changed its name to California Youth Outreach (CYO) to better reflect its mission and program services. Through its evolution, CYO has developed the ability to provide vital youth intervention services by hiring staff members who have themselves undergone rehabilitation and successfully overcome gang lifestyles.

CYO’s bilingual/bicultural staff members understand the impact negative lifestyles have on youth’s lives and are effective role models who promote healthy lifestyles, free of violence and drugs.

 

Pastor Tony Ortiz::..
CYO’s Founding Directo
r

Pastor Tony Ortiz was awarded the 2004 California Peace Prize by the California Wellness Foundation. An ex-gang member and ordained minister, Pastor Ortiz has used his first hand knowledge of gang life to minister to young men and women who have fallen prey to gangs and drugs.

Over the years, Pastor Ortiz has become a nationally recognized expert in the field of gang intervention and prevention services. He has been honored for his work by the California Legislature, the California Youth Authority, and the City of San Jose.

 

Our Mission Statement::..

CYO is dedicated to reaching out to all gang impacted youth, families and their communities with education services, intervention programs and resource opportunities that support a healthy and positive lifestyle for current and future generations.

 
 

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