What We Do

The After-School program is designed to provide youth a safe and supervised haven with a chance to develop transferable skills necessary to experience success at home, in school, and within their communities.

We offer new and exciting enriching Empowerment Programs which include educational, vocational, and creative arts. These programs create sparks, enhances knowledge and skills that will be beneficial toward youth’s trajectory and future careers. The Empowerment Programs are 12-week cycles. Upon completion, each youth receives a certificate.

This program offers a comprehensive life-skills training designed for youth and young adults ages 14 and older which covers a series of structured core competencies designed in preparation for a successful transition to adulthood. The curriculum utilization is from the Learning Inventory Skill Training (L.I.S.T) module in which the content emphasizes the acquisition of hard and soft skills through experiential learning and interactive activities. These domains include money management, food management, personal care, housing, transportation, emergency and safety skills, health & wellness, educational planning, job seeking skills, job maintenance skills, knowledge of community resources, interpersonal skills, legal skills, coping skills, anger management, relationships, pregnancy prevention, parenting and childcare.

Our educational services are designed to empower youth with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to succeed in school and beyond. Through personalized support, skill-building programs, and real-world learning opportunities, we help young people strengthen academic performance, develop critical life skills, and prepare for a successful transition into adulthood. Our holistic approach ensures every participant receives the guidance and resources needed to thrive in their educational journey.

We offer youth peer and gender-based groups designed to create safe, supportive spaces where young people can connect, share experiences, and grow together. These groups encourage open discussion, emotional development, and positive identity formation while helping participants build confidence, communication skills, and healthy relationships. Through guided facilitation and structured activities, we empower youth to better understand themselves and others while developing the tools needed to thrive socially and emotionally.

We provide youth intervention and prevention trainings designed to equip educators, mentors, and community leaders with practical tools to support at-risk youth. These trainings focus on early intervention strategies, positive youth development, and prevention techniques that help reduce risk factors while strengthening protective supports. Participants gain the knowledge and confidence needed to respond effectively to challenges and foster healthier outcomes for young people.

We offer youth spirituality programs that encourage personal reflection, emotional wellness, and a deeper sense of purpose. These programs provide a safe and supportive space for young people to explore values, build self-awareness, and strengthen their sense of identity. Through guided activities and meaningful discussions, we help youth develop resilience, inner confidence, and a stronger connection to themselves and their communities.

Our youth community outreach programs are designed to connect young people with meaningful resources, support systems, and opportunities within their communities. Our outreach efforts focus on engagement, relationship-building, and access to services that promote positive youth development. By working closely with families, schools, and local organizations, we help ensure that youth feel supported, included, and empowered to reach their full potential.

Our youth mentoring program connects young people with caring, positive role models who provide guidance, encouragement, and support. Through consistent relationships and structured mentoring activities, participants develop confidence, goal-setting skills, and a stronger sense of direction. Our program is designed to help youth build meaningful connections that support personal growth, academic success, and long-term development.

We offer parent support programs for youth that strengthen family relationships and improve communication between caregivers and young people. These programs provide tools, guidance, and resources to help parents and guardians create supportive home environments that encourage positive youth development. By focusing on understanding, connection, and collaboration, we help families work together to support long-term growth and success.

The Two-Generation (2Gen) approach, developed by Ascend at the Aspen Institute, strengthens family well-being by intentionally supporting both children and the adults in their lives at the same time. This whole-family model focuses on creating lasting pathways to educational success and economic stability that can be passed from one generation to the next. The 2Gen framework is built around six key areas: education, economic assets, social capital, health and well-being, and coaching and mentoring services.