What We Do

Safe Streets was born as a grassroots initiative in 1989, empowering neighbors to take charge and make change. For over thirty years, Safe Streets has engaged thousands of neighborhood members, community partners, and youth in proven and research-based strategies designed to build community capacity and increase public safety.

Neighborhood Organizing

Through our Neighborhood Organizing program, we offer support to individuals interested in engaging with their community as well as established neighborhood groups. We provide connections, support, and supplies to each of our neighborhood groups, and we’re with you every step of the way from training to event planning.

Youth Leadership

Through our Youth Leading Change chapters in Tacoma and Pierce County, we empower young people to become leaders in their communities. We also provide a number of additional youth programs including Health is Wealth, a mental wellness initiative, and collaborating with Jobs253 through Tacoma Public Schools.

Get Involved

We’re here to help! Learn about each of our programs and discover ways you can get involved with our work.

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