Detroit youth organizations are important for us all to support, get involved with, and spread the word about because the city knows its youth are the ones that will make the big community decisions. Detroit has made tremendous progress in gathering resources, tools, and supportive programs to jumpstart the younger generations in not just career success, but life success, including their current growth development.
Detroitisit rounded up a stellar list of Detroit youth organizations, including a couple of other programs focused on black youth to keep an eye on in 2023 and beyond. It’s always uplifting to know there are people looking out for the future of Detroit even when times are tough.
TEEN HYPE
DONATE TO SUPPORT, PHOTO @TEENHYPE.DETROIT ON INSTAGRAM
Detroit youth should be hyped up! After all, they are our next leaders. This is an organization as much as it is a movement that gives youth the resources and community to better navigate the path towards adulthood. Since 2004, Teen HYPE has reached more than 35,000 Detroit-area youth with programming designed to help prepare them for the world. Support and celebrate Detroit youth! Click HERE to learn about how to get involved, donate, and be informed about the Youth Action Plan.
Location: 1938 Franklin, Suite 109, Detroit, MI 48207
THE SKILLMAN FOUNDATION
Detroit youth organizations have provided quality programs for years and continue to evolve to raise the standards. Since 1960, The Skillman Foundation has transformed the lives of Detroit youth by reimagining education systems, so that an individual’s natural power can shine through. Stay updated on their socials and blog to see how they’re creating a ground-building strategy to invest in the power of young people by supporting a strong youth organizing field in Detroit. granted over $ 730 million and have served as a vocal advocate to strengthen K-12 education, afterschool programming, child-centered neighborhoods, youth and community leadership, and racial equity and justice. This foundation is able to lead and give a voice to the youth by listening first!
Location: 100 Talon Centre Dr. Suite 100, Detroit, Michigan 48207
IMAGINE FOUNDER, LATONYA L. GARTH WITH TEEN, PHOTO COURTESY OF LATONYA L. GARTH
THE IMAGINE MENTORING PROGRAM
The IMAGINE Mentoring Program has been empowering youth since 2010 with the intention to teach young women who have experienced trauma to imagine the power of their potential, increase their self-esteem through self-awareness, and encourage them to pursue their dreams in spite of the obstacles they face in their lives. Their vision is to position the IMAGINE Mentoring Program as a global initiative that meets the needs of young women around the world who desire change, by providing impactful programming, mentoring, education, and empowerment. Founder, Visionary, Mentor, and Author, Latonya L. Garth continues to be a sturdy foundation for young black girls. Click HERE to view their website.
Location: 22699 Van Dyke Ave, Warren, MI 48089
DETROIT IMPACT 30TH ANNIVERSARY, PHOTO DETROIT IMPACT / FACEBOOK
DETROIT IMPACT YOUTH
Mentoring children since 1991, Detroit Impact Youth is a youth center established to work with youth in our community through mentorship. More specifically, they’re a 501(c) (3) non-profit charitable organization operating as a part of a vision of community development, focusing on Detroit’s West side neighborhoods. This is a cooperative effort with parents, churches, schools, the business community, and neighborhood residents. Keep an eye on new programs in 2023 that are made possible with your support! Click HERE to view the website.
Location: 9930 Greenfield Rd, Detroit, Michigan 48227-2036
LVMH TOWER-NYFW 2023 // MEN IN FASHION THE INAUGURAL CLASS, PHOTO @MAISONBLACKNEWYORK & @BGCSEM ON IG
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN
The Boys & Girls Club of Southeast Michigan (BGCSEM) is an exemplary Detroit youth organization that reaches a wider community. This is your go-to for experiencing an impact on youth, families, and entrepreneurs. Not to mention, it’s a safe space and a cool gathering spot! They’ve been around since 1926 and continue to provide the black community with the economic, cultural, and social capital needed for a successful career and home life. Change is their goal in every aspect. Click HERE to learn more about their programs, youth membership, virtual club, and more.
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