Behind every confident student is a caring adult who shows up, sets the bar high, and believes in their success!

#youthdevelopment #academicsuccess #loveourkids #clubkids #loveourstaff #greatfuturesstarthere

We’re excited to share highlights from recent Play Days at Nuserat Camp. The event brought reinforces the impact of safe, joyful spaces in fostering resilience. Thank you to everyone who supports us.

#PlayDay #NuseratCamp #CommunityEngagement #YouthDevelopment #NonprofitImpact #HopeAndPlay

Access to W4 Youth throughout the week means young people build confidence, sharpen skills & make football part of their routine, all while having fun in a supportive environment.

#youthvoices #footballtraining #youthdevelopment

University of Kentucky Cooperative Extension Service, 4-H Youth Development program ad. Art of Chocolate. Located at the Boone County Extension Enrichment Center, 1824 Patrick Drive (upper level), Burlington, KY. Tuesday, March 31, 2026, from 5 to 7 PM. Registration required. Must be a 4-H member. Register online at boone.ca.uky.edu. Questions? Email Laila.El-Amin@uky.edu. An equal opportunity organization.

Discover the delicious world of chocolate! Join us for a fun and educational event where you'll explore how chocolate is crafted-from cocoa bean to beautiful confection. Whether you're a chocolate lover or just curious, this experience will delight your senses. #Chocolate #YouthDevelopment

Commission approves $250,000 one-time grant for South Memphis Renewal, rejects referral to committee After debate about funding sources and requests for metrics, the commission approved a $250,000 one-time grant to the South Memphis Renewal Community Development Corporation, voting 9–0 with two abstentions; a motion to refer the item to committee failed.

Shelby County just approved a $250,000 grant to support summer camps for at-risk youth, but questions about funding sources and program metrics sparked a heated debate.

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#ShelbyCounty #AL #CivicAccountability #CommunityFunding #ShelbyCountyCommunity #YouthDevelopment

United Way urges Dougherty County Schools to invest $50,000 in Albany Summer Collective Orson Burton Jr. of United Way of Southwest Georgia asked the Dougherty County School System for a $50,000 contribution to a $350,000 Albany Summer Collective that aims to coordinate summer programs, subsidize fees for the neediest students and provide internships and shared enrollment infrastructure.

United Way's Orson Burton Jr. is calling on Dougherty County Schools to invest $50,000 in a groundbreaking summer initiative that could transform opportunities for 1,500 low-income students!

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#GA #CitizenPortal #CommunityCoordination #YouthDevelopment #GeorgiaSchools

Showing the true impact of W4 Youth, creating a safe, non-judgemental after-school space where young people grow through play, learning & personal development. Free access. Real support. Every grassroots voice matters!

#youthdevelopment #youthsport #communitysupport

At W4 Youth, we’re more than a club; we’re a community. Through music, dance, theatre & sport, young people express themselves, build resilience & grow the skills to face life’s challenges. Empowering futures every day.

#youthdevelopment #communityimpact #youthwork

The energy at our Half-Term Camp 2026 was unmatched!

Young people thrived in a safe, supportive space led by incredible coaches.

#youthdevelopment #halftermcamps2026 #communityimpact #funandgames #youthwork #londonyouth #halfterm #fyp

SUP season underway with a great Sunday session for a local group as we provide lots of different fun adventurous activities for businesses, schools and groups.

Seeing people grow in confidence is always at the heart of what we do.

#youthdevelopment #standuppaddleboarding

Howard County commissioners approve two Kinsey Youth Center MOUs, table third; adopt handbook changes and routine claims Commissioners approved MOUs for religious programming and fire-safety training at the Kinsey Youth Center, tabled the mental-health MOU pending further review, adopted employee handbook amendments and approved routine payroll and operating claims.

Howard County commissioners took a significant step forward by approving two vital MOUs for the Kinsey Youth Center, while leaving one crucial mental-health agreement under review.

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#HowardCounty #IN #CitizenPortal #YouthDevelopment #CommunitySupport #MentalHealthServices

Malaysia Seeks Stronger Support System to Develop Future World-Class Motorsports Riders PETALING JAYA – Malaysia’s Ministry of Youth and Sports (KBS) is exploring new approaches to ensure that the development of young motorsports talent in the country continues sustainably, including potential support mechanisms in collaboration with Sepang International Circuit (SIC) and the Ministry of Finance. Youth and Sports Minister Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari said the initiative …

Malaysia Seeks Stronger Support System to Develop Future World-Class Motorsports Riders #Motorsports #Malaysia #YouthDevelopment #SportsSupport #FutureRiders

It’s day 1 for Team Brazil! We continue to use Positive Youth Development as we help grow cricket. We believe that sport can help young people grow into confident, caring and capable leaders within their own communities.

Read more: shorturl.at/HBAGv

#cricketdevelopment #youthdevelopment

Committee advances bill to create Positive Youth Development commission and trust to support suicide prevention House Bill 686 would create a Kentucky Positive Youth Development Commission and a dedicated trust to fund community programming and suicide‑prevention work, including earmarking settlement proceeds from social‑media lawsuits; the committee reported the bill with favorable expression, 15‑0.

Kentucky is taking a bold step to combat youth suicide with House Bill 686, which aims to establish a dedicated commission and trust to support vital community programs for young people.

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#KY #CitizenPortal #YouthDevelopment #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealth

How has #youthdevelopment evolved over the last 2 decades? And where is it headed? https://bit.ly/4pr8u1O

San Jose Earthquakes and Twinning Project partner with Monterey County Probation on soccer-based youth program Monterey County Probation, the Twinning Project and the San Jose Earthquakes launched a 10‑session soccer and life‑skills curriculum in the juvenile hall this winter; county and program leaders reported positive initial turnout, skill‑building and a graduation scheduled for April 6.

Monterey County is transforming lives behind bars with a groundbreaking soccer-based program that teaches youth essential life skills like leadership and teamwork.

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#MontereyCounty #CA #CommunityEngagement #CitizenPortal #YouthDevelopment

New Data Helps Mentorship-Focused Nonprofits Make Their Case to Philanthropy New studies prove, once again, mentorship’s ROI. Will the data lead to dollars?

New studies prove, once again, mentorship’s ROI. Will the data lead to dollars?

Wendy Paris(@wendyparis.bsky.social) Reports: tinyurl.com/2w54nbtz

#YouthMentorship #BigBrothersBigSisters #UpwardMobility #YouthDevelopment #MentorshipMatters #EducationEquity #MentalHealthSupport

This is a fantastic investment in our youth and a meaningful investment in the strength and future of our communities.

#YouthDevelopment #YouthReach #EmpoweringOurYouth

Walton County considers turf vs additional ballfields as youth registrations swell South Walton Little League reported record registrations — "over 520 kids" and 52 teams — prompting commissioners to weigh artificial turf (costs estimated $750,000–$1,000,000 per field) against building more natural fields; board directed staff to prepare a white-paper assessment and cost comparison.

With over 520 kids registered for the South Walton Little League, the debate heats up over whether to invest in costly turf fields or build more natural ones to accommodate the growing demand for youth sports.

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#WaltonCounty #FL #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #YouthDevelopment

We learned the inspiring story of Madam C. J. Walker, widely recognized as the first female self-made millionaire in America and a trailblazer in modern Black hair care and cosmetics. Club members got creative by designing their own hair-themed portraits! #youthdevelopment #blackhistory

From Voice Male Weekly:
The best things in life happen around a fire or at the top of a hill you didn't think you could climb.
There's something that can't be downloaded, streamed, or scrolled.
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🌍 20+ Global Grants & Funding Opportunities 2026 — Nonprofits, Youth, Climate & Innovation Funding Looking for grants, micro-funding, and innovation support for nonprofits, youth-led initiatives, climate action, media, and social impact projects? Here are top funding opportunities open now — save t...

🌍 Top 2026 funding opportunities for nonprofits, youth-led initiatives & climate action are now open — explore grants, micro-funding & innovation support here: bit.ly/46v5fQm
🚀 #FundingOpportunities #Grants #ClimateAction #YouthDevelopment

Lorain council approves bond ordinance to help fund new skate park; donors and grants fill most costs Lorain City Council unanimously passed an ordinance authorizing up to $600,000 in general obligation bonds to help finance municipal parks projects, including matching funds for a planned 17,000-square-foot skate park. City staff and supporters said donations, CDBG dollars and pending grants will cover most of the estimated $1.3 million project.

Lorain City Council just greenlit a $600,000 bond to kickstart a massive 17,000-square-foot skate park, backed by community donations and a professional skateboarder’s support!

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#OH #CommunityInvolvement #CitizenPortal #YouthDevelopment #RecreationFunding

#Youthworker #advocate #youthdevelopment #CommunitiesForJustice #savethedate

Board approves girls hockey co-op with Sacred Heart in 3–2 vote after debate over enrollment and equity After an extended discussion about participation and potential effects on district enrollment and funding, the board approved a two-year cooperative agreement with Sacred Heart to sustain girls hockey by a 3–2 vote; members noted the agreement will be revisited biennially.

The East Grand Forks school board just approved a controversial girls hockey co-op with Sacred Heart, sparking a heated debate over funding and future opportunities for female athletes.

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#MN #CitizenPortal #YouthDevelopment #GirlsSports #MinnesotaSchools #EnrollmentEquity

Committee tables bill creating ongoing grant fund for out-of-school programming funded by business filing fee Senate Bill 213, creating an Opportunity Out-of-School Care Grant Program funded by a proposed $35 increase in the annual business filing fee, was presented as a workforce and public-safety investment; proponents emphasized demand and outcomes but the committee tabled the measure following discussion.

Senate Bill 213 aims to provide vital support for after-school programs, but its future hangs in the balance after being tabled in committee.

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#SD #CitizenPortal #WorkforceSupport #PublicSafety #YouthDevelopment #SouthDakotaOutOfSchoolCare

Our Youth Development Professionals do periodic "pulse checks" with our members, just one of the ways we ensure we are creating a socially and emotionally safe environment for our kids. ❤️ #traumainformed #SEL #clubkids #youthdevelopment #greatfuturesstarthere

Extreme Family Outreach: Harford County nonprofit says it reaches more than 400 children a week with neighborhood-based programs Extreme Family Outreach leaders described to Harford Magazine an approach that brings after-school programs, backpacks, holiday meals and job training into Edgewood and other Harford County neighborhoods; business partners and alumni described long-term support and outcomes.

Extreme Family Outreach is transforming lives in Harford County by bringing vital after-school programs and support directly to neighborhoods, reaching over 400 children each week.

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#HarfordCounty #MD #CitizenPortal #YouthDevelopment #CommunitySupport #EducationAccess

Youth reported stronger belonging, less stigma around asking for help & more confidence to push back when someone says something harmful.
And all of this happened organically—through friendships, gaming nights & honest conversation, not a curriculum.
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🌍 Leadership Academy 2026 is OPEN!
📚 10-week virtual & in-person program
🤝 Mentorship + leadership training
🌐 Open to African youth (18–35)
📅 Apply Feb 1–28 (Virtual)
📅 In-Person closes April 12
🔗 Apply: wp.me/p23f03-juX
#AfricanYouth #Leadership #YouthDevelopment