KYI is governed by a diverse board of youth, young adults and adults, with a minimum of four members under 18 years of age and 7 members 18 and above.  Up to 15 may serve on the governing board.  In addition to the Governing Board who meets quarterly unless actions require interim meetings, an Executive Committee of the officers and any other Board member who chooses to attend meeting monthly, or as needed.  The Hot Shots paintball league runs an ancillary organization under the oversight of KYI. 

Other sub-committees and task forces complete tasks delegated to them by the KYI Governing Board, such as working on the Skateboard Park and other activities and events.  An Advisory Board is in place to provide direction and oversight for the redevelopment of the Old Water Warehouse into a Youth Community Center.  Our President, Tyrell Rettke was 19 at the time we created the organization.  He still serves as President.  The visionary behind the development of KYI is Bobbie McCreary who serves as a “100% volunteer” providing services of Administrator.

The KYI endeavors are supported by many local businesses and individuals.  At the time of formation, Cellular One and the Revilla Island Prevention Coalition made generous cash donations for the purchase of paintball equipment and field materials and nearly $35,000 of in-kind services and products were donated to develop the field.  Since that time, donations have been provided by Wal Mart, Tyler Rentals, Skinner Sales and Services, GCI and many other businesses and individuals.  Added to this has been grant support from Reuben Crossett Fund and Rasmuson Foundation.

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