Friends of Island Academy

Friends of Island Academy is a non-profit organization based in New York City, New York. Founded in 1990, the organization has grown to employ 48 people and generates over $10,000 in annual revenue. Friends of Island Academy focuses on providing support and opportunities for adolescents leaving jail in New York City. The organization offers a range of services designed to help young people transition successfully back into society. These services include post-release support, neighborhood-based resources, advocacy, and mentorship. Friends of Island Academy's approach emphasizes building relationships with youth while they are in custody and continuing those connections after release. Friends of Island Academy incorporates evidence-based practices into its programs, drawing on research on risk reduction and tailored interventions. The organization believes that by providing ongoing support and engagement, it can positively influence the trajectory of young people towards becoming economically independent adults who contribute positively to their communities. For more information about Friends of Island Academy and its programs, visit www.friendsny.org.