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Urban Native Youth Association

129836292RR0001 — 0160

Registered — Vancouver, BC — Charitable Organization

Scores: Legitimacy 100/100 · Effectiveness 89/100

Financials: Revenue $9,268,136

Urban Native Youth Association is a 33-year-old Vancouver organization serving Indigenous youth with $9.3 million in revenue, 87.6% program spending, and 65.1% compensation. Three top-bracket employees reflect the clinical and program leadership needed for a multi-service Indigenous youth organization operating at this scale in Vancouver's Downtown Eastside and surrounding communities.

Our Verdict: This is a large, well-established Indigenous youth services organization with strong program spending and clean governance. Revenue has grown to $9.3 million with a recent 26% jump suggesting expanded government contracts. For donors supporting Indigenous youth in Vancouver, UNYA offers proven, mission-focused service delivery backed by three decades of institutional experience.