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Our Mission

Our mission is to educate the next generation of animal advocates by supporting local animal rescues through adoption events, fundraising, and outreach.

Team

How it Started

YARI began with a high school friend group: eleven sophomores who wanted to do more to support the animal rescues we so looked up to! From  fundraisers to outreach efforts to adoption events, we've continued to expand as our community of volunteers and partners grows bigger! 

How it's Going

100+ Adoptable Dogs

Have attended YARI events

7500

Dollars Raised

For our rescue partners' life-saving efforts

70+ Student Members

Have access to animal-related opportunities

Our Chapters

1

West LA

Our West LA chapter is where everything started. You can frequently find us at the Santa Monica Main Street Farmers Market, or around the area at differnet street fairs.

2

North Hollywood

North Hollywood was our first expansion of the program. Our NoHo team loves to partner with Vegan Exchange LA and the North Hollywood Farmers Market, bringing their own set of rescue partners to events.

3

Glendale

Glendale is our newest expansion. This chapter is excited to participate in local festivals and fairs, bringing YARI's mission to the Glendale area.

Join Us

Ready to get involved? Fill out our Member Application to get started

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