Wilton Youth Council, Inc.

Name

Wilton Youth Council, Inc.

Legal name

Wilton Youth Council, Inc.

Website

https://wiltonyouth.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1983

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Youth Development Services

NAICS

Child and Youth Services (62411), Child and Youth Services (624110), Educational Support Services (611710)

SIC

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

akta.pro primary industry

Youth Mentoring & Positive Youth Development Nonprofits (BPAGADAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Positive Discipline & Behavior Support Programs (EDACALAD), Youth-to-Adult Transition & Life Skills (Independent Living, Soft Skills) (EDAAAFAN)

Keywords

• Youth development programs
• Parent education workshops
• Substance abuse prevention
• Community mental health support
• Youth leadership programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Wilton

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: The organization accepts tax-deductible donations through Zeffy platform and other channels to support youth programs and community initiatives.
2. Fundraising Events: Annual fundraising events such as Color Dash fun runs, Golf Ball Drop, and other community activities that generate revenue while promoting youth wellness.
3. Grants: The organization receives grants from foundations and community organizations such as The County Assemblies to fund specific programs and initiatives.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Wilton Youth Council is a community nonprofit that delivers professionally-led youth leadership, peer-mentoring, and substance-free social programs (Youth to Youth, PeerConnection, Peervention, Class Projects/PGP, Color Dash), alongside parent education workshops and community-wide initiatives (Wilton Coalition for Youth, Free Play Matters, Mental Health Task Force) that promote youth well-being in Wilton, Connecticut.

Product overview

Wilton Youth Council operates as a community non-profit organization offering a portfolio of youth and family support programs rather than a technology product. The organization provides Youth to Youth (leadership and substance-free programming for HS and MS students), PeerConnection (middle school communication skills), Peervention (peer mentoring), Color Dash (annual fun run), Class Projects/PGP (substance-free senior year programming), Parent Programs (educational workshops), Wilton Coalition for Youth (cross-organizational collaboration), and Community Programs (including Free Play, Mental Health Task Force, and Cultural Celebrations). These programs work together to promote youth well-being, mental health awareness, and community connection in Wilton, Connecticut.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Youth to Youth Youth leadership program for Wilton high school and middle school students, in which participants plan events and activities that encourage substance-free living and leadership development.
• PeerConnection Program for middle school students that teaches effective listening and communication skills and equips participants to care for their own well-being.
• Peervention Peer mentor program in which high school students serve as mentors to peers and younger students, creating a network of trained peer helpers in Wilton schools.
• Class Projects / Post-Graduation Party (PGP) Programs created in 1983 that form in 7th grade and run through high school graduation, providing opportunities for positive choices and substance-free fun for teens, culminating in a substance-free all-night lock-in event (PGP).
• Color Dash Annual fun run event hosted by Wilton Youth Council and Middlebrook Youth to Youth to benefit Wilton Youth Council and promote a life-long healthy way of living.
• Parent Programs Educational events and workshops for Wilton parents providing information about proven strategies for nurturing connection and resilience with their children.
• Wilton Coalition for Youth Coalition that strengthens connections among organizations serving youth and families in Wilton to prevent substance misuse and promote mental health and emotional well-being.
• Community Programs Initiatives including Free Play Matters Task Force, Wilton's Big Block Party Weekend, Wilton Mental Health Task Force, and Community Cultural Celebrations that foster collaboration and support for youth and families.
• Community Events (QPR Training, Webinars, Workshops) Events including QPR suicide-prevention training, parent education webinars, mental health workshops, and community gatherings serving Wilton residents.

Quantifiable outcome

• Approximately 30% of Wilton students have clinically significant internalizing symptoms (vs. 7% national norm) - highlighting the need for mental health support services
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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Partnerships

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

• Wilton Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPrimary educational partner for youth programs including Youth to Youth, PeerConnection, and PeerVention. Collaborates on student surveys, parenting workshops, and school-based initiatives to support student well-being.
• Wilton LibrarycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKey venue partner for community events, workshops, and educational programs. Co-hosts Mental Health Action Day, volunteer fairs, and parent education events.
• Wilton Youth ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment youth services department providing case management, counseling referrals, and support for Wilton's young people. Collaborates on identifying youth needs and developing solutions.
• Positive Directions - The Center for Prevention & CounselingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional behavioral health organization partnering on suicide prevention training (QPR), Youth Mental Health First Aid certification, and substance abuse prevention programming.
• Riverbrook Regional YMCAmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue partner for community cultural celebrations and family events. Co-hosts events promoting youth wellness and community connection.
• SPED*NET WiltonmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecial education advocacy network partnering on parent workshops, executive function training, and resources for families of children with learning differences.
• SEPTA (Wilton)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecial education parent teacher association co-sponsoring workshops and educational events for parents of children with special needs.
• Kids in CrisismajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFairfield County crisis organization providing temporary housing and support services for youth. Collaborates on LGBTQ+ programming through Lighthouse program and crisis resources.
• NAMI Southwest CTmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational Alliance on Mental Illness affiliate providing support groups, educational programs, and advocacy for families affected by mental illness in the community.
• The Hub at Catalyst CTmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional Behavioral Health Action Organization providing opioid education, Narcan training, and problem gambling prevention resources in partnership with WYC.
• Wilton PridemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLGBTQ+ advocacy organization co-hosting Pride Festival, Ask Me Anything events, and inclusive programming for LGBTQ+ youth and allies.
• Wilton Social ServicesmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTown department providing social services, financial assistance, and referrals for Wilton residents of all ages. Collaborates on community support initiatives.
• Good Morning WiltonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerLocal media outlet providing coverage of WYC events, Community Champion nominations, and community news.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• 4-H (National 4-H Council): Youth development organization focused on leadership, life skills, and positive youth development through community-based programming. Overlaps with WYC's Youth to Youth leadership program and substance-free mission.
• Partnership to End Addiction: National nonprofit focused on adolescent substance use prevention and parent education. Directly comparable to WYC's parent education webinars and substance abuse prevention programming.
• Communities That Care: Coalition-based prevention framework that mobilizes community stakeholders to address youth substance use and mental health. Strongly aligned with WYC's Wilton Coalition for Youth and Community Programs approach.
• Boys & Girls Club of America: National youth development nonprofit providing after-school programs, leadership training, and substance-free activities for K-12 youth. Directly comparable mission and program mix to Wilton Youth Council's youth leadership and peer mentoring offerings.
• Big Brothers Big Sisters of America: Youth mentoring nonprofit pairing adult and peer mentors with young people. Comparable to WYC's PeerVention and PeerConnection peer-mentoring programs serving the same K-12 student population.

Emerging players

• The Trevor Project: Nonprofit focused on suicide prevention and crisis intervention for LGBTQ+ youth. Comparable to WYC's Wilton Pride partnership, Lighthouse program, and LGBTQ+ inclusive programming for youth.
• Child Mind Institute: Independent nonprofit focused on children's mental health education, parent resources, and school-based programs. Comparable to WYC's parent education events and youth mental health awareness initiatives.
• The Jed Foundation: Nonprofit protecting teen mental health and suicide prevention through school-based programming. Comparable to WYC's mental health task force, QPR training, and youth well-being survey work.

Broad incumbents

• NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness): National mental health advocacy and support organization with local affiliates. WYC explicitly partners with NAMI Southwest CT on family mental health support groups and education, indicating direct programmatic overlap.
• YMCA of the USA: Large national community youth-serving organization. WYC already partners with the local Riverbrook Regional YMCA, indicating overlapping community-based youth programming and parent engagement models.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UC6ZzvQ6tUbIrGnrdJ9XM8YQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/WiltonYouthCouncil
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/wilton-youth-council

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

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Investors

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