Resources Contact Deputies Phil Bailey or David Agee at 379-2163

National Youth Project Using Minibikes (NYPUM) is an exciting and fun-filled opportunity for deputies to make a difference in the lives of young people. NYPUM is an intervention program for kids ages 10 – 15. Deputies work with NYPUM participants in small groups to intensify lessons designed to improve positive choices.

NYPUM is a private, non-profit program which operates after school and summers in communities throughout Jefferson County. NYPUM started 25 years ago in California and now has program sites throughout the country. The Sheriff’s program is the first in Alabama! It all started when American Honda donated 20 minibikes for the Sheriff’s program. Deputies endured nine days of training on the bikes, about the bikes and about the program before any child ever rode one of Honda’s minibikes.

Deputies meet with participants’ teachers and parents to determine what behaviors each individual young person needs to improve. In order to share in the NYPUM experience kids must sign a contract in which they agree to improve those problem behaviors. As they comply with their personal behavioral contract they are allowed more and more use of the minibikes. After successfully completing the course and meeting the demands of their contract, NYPUM kids go for a trail ride at Williamsburg Farms in West Jefferson, courtesy of Ron and Don Kelly.

The Sheriff’s NYPUM program operates completely on private donations. Our strongest supporter is Honda of Alabama and principals of Jefferson County schools. Principals allow deputies to use school property as children learn to ride the bikes. Local businesses contribute funds and refreshments. If you are interested in sponsoring this program this wonderful program, please call Deputies Phil Bailey or David Agee at 379-2163