~ Mission Statement ~
Carmel Youth Center (CYC) provides a safe, positive environment where youth can build character and develop the skills needed to reach their full potential.
OUR History
It all began in 1949 … Bing Crosby funded the building and establishment of the Carmel Youth Center for the city of Carmel. Bing funded the Center while he was living in Pebble Beach, and eventually helped create over two hundred private, non-profit youth centers. Of those two hundred centers, the Carmel Youth Center is the only one remaining.
The construction of the building was completed brick by brick by members of our community - some of which were in their youth at the time and grew up to be valued members of our Board of Directors.
Bing established a culture of giving-back at the Center, a culture that continues to touch the lives of the people and children involved with our organization today. The CYC continues to be a safe nurturing environment that boosts curiosity, builds confidence, and develops the life skills kids need to thrive.
