General Info

Founded in 1906 by the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, Neighborhood Youth Association ( NYA ) has been a non-sectarian non-profit, serving low-income, troubled youth and families. Having worked with high-risk youth in past years, NYA has redirected its program to address education as the key to an individual's success.As we step into the 21st century, NYA's educational enhancement program, PERSONAL BEST, reflects of the agency's past accomplishments and new direction. This program is designed to help each child become the best that he or she can be. We work intensively with youth from low-income families in Venice and Mar Vista. Through a comprehensive set of components, PERSONAL BEST serves children and youth from ages five through eighteen, and offers classes and activities for parents.