FLY’s mission is to partner with youth to unlock their potential, disrupt the pipeline to prison, and advance justice in California and beyond. Founded in 2000, Fresh Lifelines for Youth (FLY) is an award-winning nonprofit serving Bay Area youth impacted by the youth justice system. FLY serves more than 2,000 youth ages 11-25 throughout the Bay Area each year. We offer programs in four Bay Area Counties, and advocate at local and state levels to disrupt the pipeline to prison. Our programs connect young people with positive mentors and role models, promote their understanding of the law and their rights, and support them to become leaders among their peers and in their communities.
I attended the annual Fresh Lifelines for Youth showcase two weeks ago, and it was very well done, well attended and generally a very positive atmosphere. The impact to the youth involved was evident. Keep up the great work!
April 2026
Thank you for your dedication, support and hard work! Especially to our youth!
August 2022
FLY offers great programs for young people in the Bay Area, and truly care about the youth they work with. ♥️