Yes, I want all youth
and families to have
access to services at the
Novato Youth Center!
Board of Directors
Andrei Jigalin, President
Michael Domer, VP
Neymar Cataldi, Secretary
Seth Shorett, Treasurer
Diana Alfaro
The mission of the Novato Youth Center is to inspire and prepare youth to
succeed. We provide youth and families, particularly those in need, with
comprehensive programs that connect them to resources, strengthen skills,
build community, and support their academic, emotional, and physical
growth.
The Center has grown to serve over 2,700 youth and their families
annually through programs offered in our 23,000 sq. ft. main facility; on
elementary, middle and high school campuses throughout Novato; and in
the community. Our four program areas serve ages 12 months through
adulthood, and include Child Development; Health and Wellness; Family
and Community Engagement; and Community-based Prevention. Services
like our Child Development Program scholarships to support low-income
youth are in demand in Novato where cost of living is high, income
inequality is extreme, and the number of youth receiving free or reduced
price lunches has increased by 83% over the past 10 years (Ed Data).
For 41 years, we have remained committed to providing the highest quality
programs designed to meet the needs of Novato youth and families. Your
support today will help thousands of youth in Novato, including the Ramos
family. Whether you are a long-time donor or considering a first time
contribution, we thank you for choosing to invest in the success of youth in
our community. Your contribution can be matched! Due to the generosity
of a long-time anonymous donor, your contribution will be matched $.50 on
the $1.00 if you are a new donor or increase your giving from last year.
Lt. Oliver Collins
Karen Dillon Gifford
Jim Duckworth
Bob Gotelli
Susan Lauer
Tony Perachiotti
Robert Perez
Karen Robertson Strain
Gaby Romero
Kate Shilvock
Rick van Adelsberg
Executive Director
Cheryl Paddack
Advisory Board
Patty Bennett
Vince Chisholm
Col. Bill Cope
Alan Dunham
Peter E. Haas, Jr.
Jim Hogeboom, NUSD
David G. Kenyon
Vicki McDill
Your contribution will make an immediate difference. Thank you for
your investment in the success of Novato’s youth and families!
www.novatoyouthcenter.org
Veronica Reed
Steve Rempe
Charlotte Shell
Tommie Whitener
Daryl Weinroth
Rick Wernick
Ron Witzel