Youth Mentoring Connection
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"I See You."

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Our Programs

Every Young Person's Journey Is Different.

Where will your journey begin?

Whether through mentorship, creative expression, healing experiences, leadership development, or community connection, every pathway is designed to help young people discover their gifts and realize their potential.

Different Experiences. Shared Purpose.

Every YMC program is designed to support one or more stages of this journey.

Connection
Belonging
Discovery
Growth
Leadership
Thriving
Mentorship & Leadership

Build Confidence. Discover Purpose.

Community Mentoring

Community Mentoring

Relationships That Change Lives

The heart of YMC. One caring adult can change a life through consistent, authentic mentorship.

ConfidenceLife SkillsCommunity
Athlete's Journey

Athlete's Journey

The Game Is Bigger Than The Scoreboard

Life lessons through sport — leadership, discipline, confidence, and purpose.

LeadershipDisciplinePurpose
Youth Advisory Council

Youth Advisory Council

Leadership In Action

Youth leading youth, developing voice, advocacy, and community leadership.

VoiceLeadershipImpact
Healing & Connection

Heal. Connect. Grow.

Echo

Echo

Conversations That Matter

Healing circles and reflection spaces where young people process, connect, and belong.

HealingReflectionBelonging
Retreats

Retreats

Discover Who You Are Becoming

Transformational experiences — rites of passage, healing, courage, and growth.

Rites of PassageGrowthCourage
Therapy & Counseling

Therapy & Counseling

Healing With Support

Professional mental health support, emotional wellness, resilience, and safety.

Mental HealthWellnessSafety
Creative Expression

Find Your Voice.

Film Academy

Film Academy

Tell Your Story

Youth voice through storytelling — creativity, leadership, teamwork, and expression.

FilmStorytellingExpression
Mic'd Up

Mic'd Up

Say What Matters

Youth voice amplified through podcasting, spoken word, and public narrative.

VoicePodcastLeadership
Noonchi

Noonchi

Slow Down. Listen. Reflect.

Emotional intelligence and self-awareness through mindfulness and reflection.

MindfulnessSelf-AwarenessEQ
Community Spaces

Find Your Community.

Urban Oasis

Urban Oasis

A Place To Belong

The physical home of YMC — a safe space with resources, programs, counseling, and community.

Safe SpaceResourcesCommunity
Surf Programs

Surf Programs

Beyond The Waves

Healing through nature and challenge — trust, confidence, community, and resilience.

NatureConfidenceResilience