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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025+OWL360+Impact+Report+WebEMPOWERING YOUNG PEOPLE WITH INDEPENDENCE, BELONGING, AND POSSIBILITIES Impact Report2025 Young people in Jefferson County sit at a critical intersection of vulnerability and possibility. For youth and young adults navigating housing instability, mental health challenges, disconnection from education or work, or the long shadow of systems not built for them, prevention isn’t a catchphrase, it is the difference between momentum and crisis. At OWL360, we invest early, intentionally, and relationally. We believe the strongest outcomes happen when young people are met before they fall through the cracks, not after. Stable housing, trusted adults, accessible mental health support, and real pathways to education and employment are not luxuries; they are the infrastructure of a healthy community. Our work is deeply rooted in partnership. We don’t operate in isolation, and we don’t pretend to have all the answers. Progress happens because of strong collaboration with schools, healthcare providers, workforce partners, housing agencies, local government, grassroots organizations, and our community who share a commitment to youth well-being. These relationships allow us to move faster, respond smarter, and stay accountable to the young people we serve. Just as important is trust. OWL360 exists because young people walk through our doors and believe they will be seen, respected, and supported without judgment. That trust is built day by day through consistency, transparency, and showing up when it matters. This Impact Report reflects more than numbers. It represents lives stabilized, futures redirected, and a community choosing prevention over reaction. Thank you for being part of that choice. — Zhaleh Almaee, Assistant Director The confidence, leadership, and stability gained from OWL360 programs radiates outward, creating a safer, stronger Jefferson County. YOUTH INTERACTIONS WITH OWL360 PROGRAMS6,353 ORGANIZATION 56% Operations and Program expansion. HOUSING 151% Amount of housing available to young people. New roles created to support the non-profit since its inception. STAFF 63% 20% NEST Young people accessing resources and opportunities at The Nest. OWL360’s housing program is more than a place to stay; it’s a launchpad. We serve young people ages 17–25 who are unhoused, at imminent risk of homelessness, or escaping unsafe environments. Through stable housing and intentional, wraparound support, we help young people in Jefferson County regain their footing, build real-world skills, and move decisively toward long-term stability and independence. In our community young people are quietly struggling with housing instability, mental health, substance use, disconnection from education and many other issues. I’m committed to walk with them on their path to self-sufficiency. Housing 3 33 82% 9,417 2,652 NEW YOUNG PEOPLE HOUSED 3 SMALL CHILDREN DWELLINGS GRADUATES MOVE INTO PERMANENT, STABLE HOUSING BED NIGHTS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE IN OUR COUNTY HOURS OF CASE MANAGEMENT — Tobi McEnerney, Housing Program Lead and Case Care Coordinator AVERAGE # YOUNG PEO P LE ON H O U S I NG WAITLIST Casey’s journey from being unsheltered to self-sufficient. A powerful reminder of how community support can transform a young life. Casey hasn’t always known where she would sleep for the night. At age 17, she moved out of an unsafe home and found herself either sleeping in her car or couch surfing. As Casey says, “then I was given the opportunity to live in housing run by OWL360. Everything changed. For the first time, I had a safe space of my own, a place where I could blossom, focus, and work hard toward my goals.” With the safety net of OWL360, Casey was able to participate in the Earn to Learn program, which led to into a paid internship with the Port Townsend Film Festival. Casey participated in the OWL360 Clemente Course and fell head over heels with arts and humanities. She never imagined she was smart enough to go to college. Today Casey has her eyes set on a bachelor’s degree at her dream school. Casey says “OWL360 took me under their wing. They gave me the time, space, and resources to rebuild myself and my life. Because of them, I’ve been able to create a stable and beautiful future.”CASEY - OWL360 GraduateHOURS OF CASE MANAGEMENT Add additional dwellings Expand supportive services Develop deeper partnerships Replace lost federal funding 2026 GOALS AVERAGE # YOUNG PEO P LE ON H O U S I NG WAITLIST15 “I truly can’t thank them enough. Everyone at OWL360 works so hard to support those in need. I’ve seen it. I’ve felt it. And I’ve overcome obstacles because of them.” Workforce Development A program where local students earn a $500 stipend to support themselves while learning the skills they need to find, land, and excel at a job that interests them. A paid internship program where Earn to Learn graduates embark on their career with paid internships and pathways into vocational training. Interns receive a $1,000 stipend after successful completion of a 90-hour internship. EARN TO LEARN LEVEL UP 20 17 PROGRAM GRADUATES ENTERED INTO INTERNSHIPS & VOCATIONAL TRAINING 1. Source - Measure of America, “Youth Disconnection in America”2. Source - Education Research & Data Center 1 2 Many young people in Jefferson County face notable challenges to entering the workforce and achieving economic self-reliance. Without connections, resources, and community support systems, they struggle to identify career pathways, access meaningful work, and build the skills necessary for long-term success. OWL360’s career pathways are designed to be gateways to solid footing. Career Pathways for Young People 25 %70 %WILL NOT EARN ANY CREDENTIALS BEYOND HIGH SCHOOL. JEFF. CO. YOUTH 16-24 ARE DISENGAGED, NOT WORKING, NOT IN SCHOOL, AND NOT IN THE MILITARY. 1 2 Connecting young people who would otherwise be disconnected from education pathways to re-engage for high school completion or focus on career preparation with opportunities for industry credentials, internships, and job placements. Clemente empowers students to further their education earning college credits in humanities while learning to express ideas through creative outlets. OPEN DOORS CLEMENTE 28 7ENROLLED STUDENTS EARNED CERTIFICATIONS Open Doors is a partnership between OCEAN K-12 and OWL360. Working in the Open Doors program has been incredibly meaningful, and I’ve seen firsthand how students flourish when learning is flexible and relationships come first. Our schools’ partnership with OWL360‘s wrap-around support services truly transforms the experience for students and families. — MB Armstrong, PT Schools Open Doors Teacher 15 COURSE GRADUATES Education Through events, clubs, community connections, and leadership opportunities, young people have a place to gain real-world-readiness skills and rediscover a sense of belonging. Make your coffee coun t !5,876 C L I CKS INT O Every purcha s e s u p p o r t s programming f o r y o u t h a n d y o u n g adults. R ESOURCE D I R ECTORY Young people can access supportive services and connections with staff who are trained in youth mental health first aid. They offer a listening ear, and compassionate responses while walking alongside a young person. 200200631631 110110 100100 HOURS OF MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES PROVIDED YOUNG PEOPLE CONNECTED TO ESSENTIAL RESOURCES FREE EVENTS HOSTED NEST STAFF ARE YOUNG ADULTS UNDER 30 4,5064,506HEALTH AND HYGIENE SUPPLIES GIVEN OUT TIMES LOCAL YOUTH CAME INTO THE NEST Resource Navigators & and Peer Allies % Resource Navigation Grants Nest Housing Payrol l Opera t i o n s HousingOWL360 financials reflect careful stewardship and a commitment to long-term impact. We enter 2026 with confidence, stability, and a clear vision for what’s possible when young people are supported consistently and intentionally. I’m proud of the financial strength OWL360 has built. Through thoughtful planning, responsible oversight, and strong leadership and community support, we are in a solid financial position that allows us to focus on what matters most, showing up consistently for the young people of Jefferson County.” — Jennifer Wells, Board Treasurer, OWL360 $9,350 IN-KINDDONATIONS 450 VOLUNTEERHOURS ExpensesIncome Financials Do n a t i o n s Investments25% 6% 46% 14% 8% 1% State, Federal& Local Program Mental Program Services Health Services Services 6% 48% 4%8% 9% 25% Resource Navigation Workforce DevelopmentEducation N e s t Payrol l Operations Housingwww.OWL360.org/give Sustain the Work The progress reflected in this report is the result of consistent community investment, strong partnerships, and a shared belief in young people’s potential. As we step into 2026, your continued support ensures this momentum carries forward strengthening young people today and our community for the future. By sustaining your investment, OWL360 can deepen our impact, respond thoughtfully to emerging needs, and remain a steady, reliable presence for young people and families. When young people are supported, our community rises together. Strong Foundation. A Shared Future. CONTACT US (360) 344-2374 hoot@owl360.org OWL360 is a 501(c)(3) EIN 87-1282294 MAILING ADDRESS 1240 W Sims Way, #319 Port Townsend, WA 98368 Our Mission: OWL360 empowers young people to build the skills and connections to confidently chart their own path.