Youth Services of Chautauqua County
The mission of the Chautauqua County Youth Bureau is to support a community that provides a comprehensive range of opportunities for positive youth development and to promote a positive future for all youth in Chautauqua County.
Role of Organization
The Chautauqua County Youth Bureau and the Chautauqua County Youth Board have been in existence for over 30 years. The role of the organization is to actively work in collaboration with other government entities, public and private funding agencies, service providers, and other segments of the community to develop a framework from which an effective integrated planning process can be operated. This process ensures that the most needed youth services can be operated.
Functions
The County Youth Bureau / Board also functions as a fund giver, by acting as a conduit for state aid from the New York State Office of Children and Family Services and also as a direct service provider by seeking funding for and implementing programs that fill gaps in the youth service system.
Funding Process
The County Youth Bureau / Board's annual funding process provides state aid to public and private not-for-profit agencies to implement quality youth service programs that address identified needs. More detailed information regarding the funding process may be obtained by contacting the Youth Bureau Office.
Emergency Contacts:
WHEN IN DOUBT CALL 911
Sheriff: 911
Chautauqua County Crisis Help Service:
1-800-724-0461
Suicide Crisis Hotline:
1-800-724-0461
National Trafficking Hotline:
1-888-373-7888 or
text to: Be Free(233733)
SafeHouse of Chautauqua County:
24 hours a day, 365 days a year - Call 1-866-877-9647
