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NYPUM began in 1969 as an innovative way to engage youth and promote their development. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. donated
10,000 minibikes because they recognized that some children were not interested in traditional sports and didn't respond to
other youth services, but the lure of the outdoors and the experience of riding minibikes was very exciting.
NYPUM uses this excitement as an
incentive for youth to improve their lives. Integral to NYPUM's design is an essential mentoring component to guide and support youth to make
good decisions.
Presently operating 44 programs in urban, suburban and rural communities from Los Angeles to Boston, NYPUM programs are run by non-profit or
municipal youth agencies. NYPUM's commitment to America's youth has never been stronger because the obstacles facing children today have never been greater.
We pledge to continue our work with youth by using the minibike as a means of getting them involved in a healthy peer group with positive adult role models,
all centered around exciting and challenging activities.
MISSION STATEMENT
"NYPUM provides at-risk youth of America an opportunity to develop self-esteem, strong values and a sense of
responsibility using the minibike as a motivational tool."
Please call NYPUM at 1-800-75-NYPUM, ext. 1 or send emails to info@nypum.org to learn more about who we are. |
