The National BEST Network consists of NTI and the network of local BEST sites across the country. They deliver core training in youth development principles, concepts, and practices based on AYD; offer certificate and/or degree programs in youth development through partnerships with higher education institutions; and provide professional networking opportunities for youth workers.
- Baltimore, MD: The After-School Institute
(410) 332-7467
- Boston, MA: The Medical Foundation
(617) 423-4337
- Chicago, IL: Chicago Area Project
((312) 663-3574
- Detroit, MI: Detroit Youth Foundation (313) 875-3400
United Way Community Services (313) 226-9200
- Frankfort / Lexington, KY: Kentucky Child Now!
(502) 227-7722
- Hampton/Newport News, VA: Alternatives, Inc.
(757) 838-9215
- Indianapolis, IN: Marion County Commission on Youth, Inc.
(317) 921-1288
- Jacksonville, FL: Jacksonville Children's Commission
(904) 630-6441
- Kansas City/Midwest BEST (MO, NE, KS, IA, IL): YouthNet of Greater Kansas City (816) 221-6900
- Lowcountry , SC: Community Foundation of the Lowcountry in partnership with Clemson University. (843) 681-9100
- Minneapolis, MN: Center for 4-H Youth Development, Univ. of MN
(612) 624-2116
- New Haven, CT: Youth Development Training & Resource Center
(203) 789-7645
- New York, NY: Youth Development Institute, Fund for the City of NY
(212) 925-6675
- Philadelphia, PA: Greater Philadelphia Federation of Settlements
(215) 989-3566
- Pinellas County, FL: Juvenile Welfare Board (JWB)
(724) 547-5600
- San Diego, CA: San Diego City College
(619) 388-3662
- Tampa, FL: The Ophelia Project of Tampa Bay
(813) 514-9555, ext. 233
- Washington, DC: DC Children & Youth Investment Trust Corporation
(202) 347-4441
