About Us
Our Mission and Vision
Rite of Passage is dedicated to improving the lives of youth, families and communities.
Our dedication to youth demands our full participation in providing services that empower them to become advocates in their own lives. Our values reflect those of a business founded by people who want to help youth succeed. Our youth-centered approach, with a focus on providing normalized environments, safety and caring relationships, as well as positive opportunities for learning and personal growth, reflects our commitment to tomorrow’s generation.
Our Commitment to Diversity
Rite of Passage values diversity, inclusion, and condemns all racism. As an organization dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk youth, Rite of Passage focuses on recruiting, training, and promoting a diverse staff to match the identity and backgrounds of the students we serve. Rite of Passage is committed to offering youth treatment services and adult employment opportunities that do not discriminate based on a person’s race, gender expression/identity, religion, sexual orientation, culture, disability, or ethnicity.
Core Values
Youth-Centered Programs & Opportunities
Our specialized programs promote opportunities, strengths and skills within normalized, nurturing environments.
Safety, Accountability & Responsibility
We operate programs as if they were serving our own children.
Staff Contributions
We value our staff, who are driven by our mission to improve lives.
Partnerships with Families & Stakeholders
We implement youth, family, and stakeholder engagement strategies to generate sustainable positive outcomes.
Continuous Learning
We are an evolving, data-driven organization that adopts evidence-based practices that best meet the needs of youth.