The goal of Youth Service Bureauís new Catch-a-Kid program is to catch kids (ages 10-18) while they are still in the act! We are counting on the community to help YSB raise awareness about the number of youth in our communities who are doing great things.

Please report any of the following to a Youth Service Bureau staff person in writing as soon as the behavior is spotted:
Service or hospitality above and beyond what is expected or required in a workplace.

Spontaneous or random acts of helpfulness, thoughtfulness or kindness: mentoring a younger child, helping a senior citizen, cleaning up a park, etc.

Creativity in problem solving, conflict resolution or peace building in the community (especially if it appears to be happening frequently).

Selfless giving of time or resources to family, neighbors or church community.

Consistent practice of leadership at home, at school or with peers.

Unusual acts of compassion or self-mastery in difficult situations.

Procedure for reporting a kid ìcaught in the actî:
Report the act whether or not you know the name of the youth involved in the incident. They will know who they are! Provide a brief description (100 words or less) of the behavior you witnessed.

You may forward a photo of the youth to be published. Please note that YSB needs written permission from the parent in order to publish it.

Please send a donation in support of Youth Service Bureau programs to honor the young person.

A list of ìKids Caught in the Actî will be posted for public review in upcoming Youth Pages or press releases as appropriate. The youth will be notified by mail that they were ìcaught in the actî of doing something wonderful if you can provide an address!

The Catch-a-Kid program is a community-building and fund-raising activity of Youth Service Bureau, 244 N Lake Street, Forest Lake MN 55025.

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