THE DOOR

24/7 Emergency Youth Shelter

Who We Serve

Fairbanks Youth Advocates believes that assisting at critical times in the lives of young people is vital to their present and future well-being, ultimately contributing to the stability and long-term health of our community.

Our services are available for youth aged 12-18. Fairbanks Youth Advocates provides its services to ALL youth regardless of race, color, creed, disability, national origin, gender identity, gender expression, or religion.

We respect and honor the human dignity of all people. Under no circumstances is it required or expected that an individual believes a sure way to access or receive services. We accept all as they are; however they are.

 

Staff

Krystel Marino

Executive Director

I am honored to serve among the leadership at The Door and connect with the at-youth in our community. I have spent nearly a decade in the social service field working with youth and adult populations. From Africa all the way to Alaska, it has always been my passion to give youth a better life than what they might be coming from. If I’m not at the Door, you’ll find me fighting fires or teaching classes at a local FD where I serve as an Officer (LT), Medic and Instructor. 

Board of Directors

Meaghan Price

President

RTC Program Manager/Community Outreach Specialist
Meaghan Price-Quezada is a dedicated program manager in the mental health field, leading operations at a residential treatment center. She brings her expertise as the president of the Fairbanks BNI chapter and board president of our youth homeless shelter, The Door for Fairbanks Youth Advocates. Meaghan is passionate about community service and empowering others through her work.

Leland Rich

Treasurer

Business Owner

I moved to Fairbanks with my parents when I was eight years old and attended school at University Park, Main, Ryan, and Lathrop, followed by a BS degree in Mathematics at the University of Alaska. I received an MS graduate degree in Computer Science from Northwestern and then returned to Fairbanks, where I’ve remained. Fairbanks is Home. I owned a small business performing IT work for companies across the state. I’ve been married to my wife Margaret for almost 30 years. Now that I’m semi-retired and have available time, I can’t think of any better way to give back than to help FYA help kids in need in our community.

It has truly been an honor to serve the FYA organization – whether it was in the capacity of just getting the ball rolling in the basement of a church or, now, serving on the board. I hope that the gifts that I have been blessed with can be used to help FYA not only meet its mission but help FYA to be a model of hope, compassion, and justice for our beloved Fairbanks community.

Jenifer Hartford

Member

Director of Human Resources 

Jennifer Hartford is a Director of Human Resources in the behavioral health industry. Originally from Colorado, she relocated to Fairbanks in 2021 with her husband. Fairbanks is now her forever home and she enjoys the unique lifestyle it offers. Jennifer believes in investing in the future of our community and empowering local youth to reach their full potential

Seane Mackey

Member

Program Specialist 

Seane Mackey is a program specialist for a non-profit agency servicing the Northstar Borough. She works with homeless members of the community and is passionate about assisting individuals and their families navigate the Palliative Care and Hospice Care for illness. Seane believes the care, compassion and opportunities given to at risk teens, have a direct impact on them as they transition into adults.
She lives in Fox, Alaska at a kennel that is home to 60 sled dogs.

Curtis Walmsley

Member

Regional Manager

Curtis Walmsley has been a community member of Fairbanks for 28 plus years, and enjoys watching our city develop and thrive. A crucial part of that community is our youth, and being able to provide a safe environment for all youth in our community is incredibly important to him. Curtis currently serves on the executive committee and board of directors for the Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce.

Volunteer to Serve on the Board

Fairbanks Youth Advocates is currently seeking to expand our board with passionate and skilled individuals who share the desire to help the homeless, runaway and at-risk youth in the Interior Alaska Community. Although not limited to these skills, we are seeking individuals who have experience in fundraising, business, legal matters, graphic design and website management.

Please read through the documents below and send your application to Board President Jim Williams.