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At YEIA, we believe that every young person deserves opportunities to thrive and lead in their community. Our programs are designed to meet youth where they are, build skills that matter, and create spaces where dreams grow into reality.

Through education, empowerment, creativity, and advocacy, our initiatives open doors for youth to develop academically, socially, and emotionally while strengthening the communities they call home.

Every young person deserves a future they believe in.

Explore the wide range of programs below that connect purpose with action and help young leaders shape the future they deserve.

Food and Nutrition Security

Every child deserves nourishing meals and the knowledge to make healthy choices. Our programs connect youth with reliable food access while teaching practical skills in nutrition and wellness that last a lifetime. Help build stronger, healthier futures.

Food & Nutrition Resources

Mental Health Support

When young people feel safe to speak, they begin to heal. Our mental health programs foster connection, build emotional resilience, and provide support systems so youth don’t have to navigate challenges alone. Be part of that circle of care.

Mental Health Resources

After School Enrichment

Afternoons become opportunities when youth have access to creative learning, mentorship and enrichment. Our after school programs fuel academic curiosity and give kids the space to explore their gifts. Discover what’s possible after the bell rings.

After School Resources

Gun Violence Prevention

Young leaders are taking the lead in creating safer neighborhoods. We guide youth in building peace through conflict resolution, leadership training and community action that addresses the roots of violence. Stand with them as they change the story.

Anti-Violence Resources

STEM and Digital Literacy

Curiosity grows into innovation when youth are given the tools to explore technology. Our STEM programs open doors to coding, robotics and engineering, laying a foundation for confident futures in a digital world. Ignite the minds of tomorrow.

STEM Education Resources

Summer Learning and Camps

When school is out, growth doesn’t stop. Our summer camps blend fun and learning through exploration, peer bonding and skill-building that keeps youth engaged, inspired and connected all summer long. Keep curiosity alive.

Summer Learning Resources

Workforce Readiness

The path to opportunity begins with preparation. We help teens build confidence through job training, internships and career mentorship that prepares them to thrive in a competitive world. Open a door that leads to long-term success.

Workforce Readiness Resources

Financial Literacy

Money skills empower independence. Through engaging workshops and hands-on lessons, we teach youth how to budget, save and plan with confidence to build lifelong habits that shape bright, secure futures. Start smart, stay strong.

Financial Literacy Resources

Creative Writing and Expression

When youth find their voices, they begin to shape the world around them. We create space for powerful stories to emerge through poetry, essays and performance, building confidence, connection and clarity. Support every word.

Creative Writing Resources

LGBTQ+ Safe Spaces

Every young person deserves to feel safe, respected and affirmed. Our programs uplift LGBTQ+ youth through inclusive spaces, mentorship and empowerment that celebrate identity and build belonging. Help make every space a brave space.

LGBTQ+ Youth Resources

Civic Engagement

Youth have a vital role in shaping their communities. We nurture this power through voter education, public service and leadership development that prepares them to make meaningful change. Raise the voices that carry change forward.

Civic Engagement Resources

Foster Youth Empowerment

Youth in care deserve more than survival. We offer consistent support, life skills and trusted relationships that help them step into adulthood with confidence and purpose. Let every youth know they’re not alone.

Foster Youth Resources

Sports and Health Equity

Sports, in addition to teaching teamwork, build discipline, leadership and a sense of belonging. Our inclusive programs ensure all youth have access to fitness, nutrition and the joy of movement. Level the playing field, on and off the court.

Sports & Health Resources

Anti-Bullying Initiatives

Empathy can be taught and inclusion can be practiced. Our programs empower youth to stand up, speak out and create positive change through peer-led education and community action. Help make every space safer.

Anti-Bullying Resources

Youth Advocacy Projects

Young people have bold visions for justice. We support them with tools to organize, advocate and lead efforts that challenge inequity and build stronger communities. Fuel the next generation of changemakers.

Youth Advocacy Resources

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OUR COMMITMENT

At YEIA, everything we do is grounded in the belief that education, opportunity, and leadership should be within every young person's reach. Our core values are Empowerment, Inclusion, Growth, Service, and Justice.

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Empowering Youth Through Leadership and Advocacy

YEIA leadership development programs

Building Confidence, Skills, and Community Connections

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Shaping a Future Where Every Young Voice Is Heard

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