Bainbridge Youth Services

What Bainbridge Youth Services does

Bainbridge Youth Services (BYS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1962 and headquartered at 8533 Madison Avenue N on Bainbridge Island, Washington, serving youth and families primarily in Kitsap County. Its core offerings are free and confidential mental health therapy for youth and young adults ages 13-22 (and parents), a drop-in peer tutoring program that connects high school volunteer tutors with students in grades 7-12 and now 5-6, and a youth jobs board. Complementary programs include Parent Connect and Parent Peer Support Groups (extended via the 2022 merger with Raising Resilience), a Youth Advisory Board, the Ask BYS Podcast, a monthly Parenting Today newsletter, Youth Mental Health First Aid training, a GEDI support group for LGBTQIA+ youth, a crisis resources hub, and community-building initiatives such as the annual 4th of July Fun Run, the Tyler Moniz Project, and Unity in Community Awards.

The organization operates as a coordinated human-services platform rather than a technology business: there is no proprietary software product, app, or AI system; delivery is via in-person sessions at the BYS office, school-based drop-in tutoring (Bainbridge High School, Woodward Middle School, Sonoji Sakai Intermediate School), and telehealth for youth who cannot travel (Kingston High School, Eagle Harbor High School). Services are free to end users, removing price as a barrier and substituting a donor- and grant-funded revenue model. Funding comes from individual donations, community events (notably the 4th of July Fun Run with suggested-donation t-shirts), local corporate sponsorships visible on the BYS website, and grants from the Bainbridge Community Foundation, Kitsap Health, the City of Bainbridge Island, Rotary, Great Give, and, as of December 2025, the OpenAI Foundation.

BYS is led by Interim Executive Director Kelly Jeannotte, with Irv Alpert as Board President, and a clinical team overseen by Clinical Supervisor Ann Brandner Byrne and comprising multiple licensed therapists (LMHC, LMHCA, LSWAIC), clinical interns, and a Peer Tutoring Program Coordinator. The organization reports serving more than 6,000 youth over the past decade, with peer tutoring connecting roughly 35 student groups per week and over 200 students annually, and notes that 43% of Q3 2024 therapy clients identified anxiety as their primary concern.

Name

Bainbridge Youth Services

Legal name

Bainbridge Youth Services

Website

https://askbys.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1962

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Bainbridge Youth Services is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1962 on Bainbridge Island, Washington, providing free mental health therapy, peer tutoring, and family support programs to youth ages 13-22 and their caregivers across Kitsap County schools, funded by donations, corporate sponsorships, and grants.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth and Family Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Educational Support Services (611710), Other Individual and Family Services (624190), Child and Youth Services (624110)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Mental Health, Counseling & Wellbeing (Education-Linked) Nonprofits (BPAGADAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth & Young Adult Workforce Programs (Out-of-School Youth) (EDAAAOAD), Youth-to-Adult Transition & Life Skills (Independent Living, Soft Skills) (EDAAAFAN), Volunteerism, Service-Learning & Community Service (EDALAHAG)

Keywords

• Youth mental health services
• Free youth counseling
• Community peer tutoring
• Parent support programs
• Nonprofit youth services

Headquarters

HQ city

Bainbridge Island

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: Individual donations from community members, including campaign-based fundraising events like the 4th of July Fun Run with suggested donation for t-shirts.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Local businesses sponsor BYS programs and events, providing financial support in exchange for recognition and brand visibility with the community.
3. Grant Funding: Bainbridge Community Foundation, Kitsap Health, City of Bainbridge Island, Rotary, and other grant-making organizations provide programmatic funding.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Bainbridge Youth Services provides free mental health therapy, peer tutoring, a youth jobs board, parent support groups, and community programs for youth ages 13-22 and their families on Bainbridge Island and across Kitsap County. Services are delivered in person at the Bainbridge Island office and via telehealth, complemented by an annual 4th of July Fun Run, podcasts, and newsletters.

Product overview

Bainbridge Youth Services (BYS) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1962 offering a portfolio of youth and family support services focused on mental health and wellness. The core offering is Free and Confidential Therapy providing counseling for youth ages 13-22, complemented by Peer Tutoring for academic support and a Jobs Board for employment assistance. Family-facing services include Parent Connect, Parent Peer Support Groups, the Ask BYS Podcast, and Parenting Today Newsletter. Community programs include the Youth Advisory Board, Service Club, GEDI Support Group for LGBTQIA+ youth, Youth Mental Health First Aid training, and the annual 4th of July Fun Run. Additional resources include crisis hotlines, Ask a Therapist Q&A, and the Tyler Moniz Project community bench initiative. BYS operates as a coordinated service organization rather than a technology product, providing direct human services through licensed therapists and volunteer tutors.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Free and Confidential Therapy Free mental health counseling delivered by licensed therapists (LMHC, LMHCA, LSWAIC) to youth and young adults ages 13-22 and to parents, provided in person at the BYS office and via telehealth.
• Peer Tutoring Free drop-in academic tutoring program connecting high school volunteer tutors with students in grades 7-12 for help in various subjects, including at partner schools Bainbridge High School, Woodward Middle School, and Sonoji Sakai Intermediate School.
• Jobs Board Online employment resource providing job postings and job-search information for youth seeking work opportunities.
• BYS Youth Advisory Board Youth leadership program that provides young people a structured voice in shaping BYS programs and community initiatives.
• Parent Connect Parent support program providing resources and peer connection opportunities for caregivers of youth.
• Parent Peer Support Groups Peer support groups for parents to share experiences and support one another through the challenges of parenting adolescents and young adults.
• Ask BYS Podcast Audio podcast featuring conversations about youth mental health, parenting topics, and community issues, intended for parents, caregivers, and community members.
• Parenting Today Newsletter Monthly electronic newsletter providing resources, educational content, and program updates for parents, caregivers, and families.
• Youth Mental Health First Aid Training program that teaches adults how to identify and respond to signs of mental health crises in youth.
• Ask a Therapist Q&A resource where youth and parents can submit questions to BYS therapists for guidance on mental health and family topics, published as written content on the BYS site.
• Tyler Moniz Project Community initiative that places benches throughout Bainbridge Island to encourage youth connection and conversation in public spaces.
• Unity in Community Awards Recognition program honoring young people who demonstrate compassion and service in the Bainbridge Island community.
• Service Club Community service program for youth created during the pandemic to address isolation and provide structured ways to connect with the community through service activities.
• GEDI Support Group Support group for LGBTQIA+ young people on Bainbridge Island, developed in response to community feedback about the need for local LGBTQ+ youth support.
• BYS 4th of July Fun Run Annual community fitness event raising funds for BYS youth mental health and wellness programs, including a kids dash and various race categories open to Bainbridge Island residents and visitors.
• Youth Events Calendar Calendar of community events for youth and families, including workshops, support groups, and social activities posted by BYS and partner organizations.
• Crisis Resources Resource hub providing immediate crisis hotlines and emergency mental health contacts for youth and families in distress, coordinated through the BYS website.

Quantifiable outcome

• Served more than 6,000 youth over the past 10 years
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

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Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and major.

• Bainbridge High SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary school partner hosting BYS peer tutoring program and referring students for counseling services.
• Woodward Middle SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMiddle school partner providing tutoring and counseling access for students.
• Sonoji Sakai Intermediate SchoolcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner school for expanded peer tutoring services to 5th and 6th graders starting 2025-2026 school year.
• Kingston High SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSchool partner receiving telehealth counseling services for students unable to travel to Bainbridge Island.
• Eagle Harbor High SchoolminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlternative high school partner for student counseling referrals.
• Helpline HousecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal social services partner providing crisis resources and referrals, mentioned as resource for grief and loss support.
• Kitsap Mental Health ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMental health services provider and community partner for youth behavioral health referrals.
• Raising ResiliencemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerMerged organization bringing parent education and support programming to BYS, continuing work since 2003.
• The Suquamish Tribe (Chief Kitsap Academy)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNew therapist Rosemarie Armstrong previously worked with the Tribe before joining BYS, indicating partnership connection.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Child Mind Institute: National nonprofit dedicated to transforming mental health care for children and families through clinical care, education, and research. Comparable child and family mental health mission, but operates nationally with clinical research capabilities.
• 4-H (National 4-H Council): Youth development organization providing mentorship, leadership, and community service opportunities. Comparable youth development and service-learning programs to BYS's Youth Advisory Board and Service Club.
• National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI): National mental health nonprofit offering support groups, education, and advocacy for individuals and families affected by mental illness. Comparable parent support group model and family-facing mental health education.
• Boys & Girls Clubs of America: National youth development nonprofit offering after-school programming, mentoring, and youth services at local club affiliates. Comparable nonprofit youth-services model but operates at vastly larger scale.
• JED Foundation: National nonprofit protecting teen and young adult emotional health and preventing suicide through school and community programs. Comparable youth mental health focus, particularly for the 13-22 age group BYS serves.
• YMCA: National nonprofit delivering youth programming, family services, and community wellness. Overlaps with BYS on youth development and family support, but is much broader in scope.

Direct peers

• Kitsap Mental Health Services: Direct community mental health provider serving Kitsap County with youth and family counseling. Highly comparable geography and mission; BYS has formal referral partnership with them.
• The Trevor Project: National nonprofit providing crisis intervention and mental health support for LGBTQ+ youth. Directly comparable to BYS's GEDI Support Group and youth mental health counseling offerings, though operating at much larger national scale.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of America: Youth mentoring nonprofit pairing adult volunteers with youth for one-on-one support. Comparable mission of community-based youth development and volunteer-driven service delivery.

Regional players

• Helpline House: Bainbridge Island-based social services nonprofit providing crisis support, social services, and community referrals. Direct geographic peer and existing BYS partner organization; comparable local nonprofit service model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@bainbridgeyouthservices
• Facebookfacebook.com/bainbridgeyouthservices
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/capriol-overseas
• Instagraminstagram.com/bainbridgeyouthservices
• Xx.com/tweet_bys

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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