
FOR ACADEMIC & CULTURAL ENRICHMENT

FOR ACADEMIC & CULTURAL ENRICHMENT

FOR ACADEMIC & CULTURAL ENRICHMENT

FOR ACADEMIC & CULTURAL ENRICHMENT

FOR ACADEMIC & CULTURAL ENRICHMENT

FOR ACADEMIC & CULTURAL ENRICHMENT

FOR ACADEMIC & CULTURAL ENRICHMENT

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Our Mission
The Young Center is an LA-based nonprofit organization that empowers young people, especially underserved youth, with the tools and guidance to excel academically, become first-generation college graduates, and emerge as future leaders who create positive change in their communities. We seek to create a more just and equitable society where every child, regardless of their background or circumstance, has a legitimate opportunity to reach their full potential in life.


WINNER
Award of Excellence
(CDE)

WINNER
Award of Excellence
(LAUSD)

WINNER
Advocates of the Year
(CASC)

WINNER
Leadership Award
(Ford Foundation)

WINNER
Vanguard Award
(NAACP)
News Briefs

Young Center Scholarships at St. Mary's College
Grants for Fall '26 admission available for all Young Center alumni. More

Alumni Give Back to Support Youth Participants
YC alumni support group provides training, mentoring, and financial support for youth participants. More

California Youth Think Tank the future of America
Student leaders from over 50 high schools participated in the CYTT summer leadership program. Learn More

Young Center to Host Great American Youth Debates​
This fall, the Young Center will host the 3rd Annual Great American Youth Debates for youth. Learn More
Testimonials





Karen Bass
Mayor
City of Los Angeles
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The Young Center prepares our youth to become future leaders and engaged citizens. We need more of that in our society.
Darrell Brown
Sr. Vice President
US Bank
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After twenty years, Young Center alumni are still planting seeds that reflect the organization's original mission, vision and goals.​
Sandra Evers-Manly
Vice President
Northrop Grumman
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"The Young Center produces young leaders who are ready to go back into their community and BE the change that is needed."
Michael Tubbs
Mayor
City of Stockton
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"Being a part of the Young Center literally changed my life trajectory and helped me become who I am today."
Jack 'Connell
Superintendant
CA Public Schools
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"The Young Center has succeeded in creating effective programs that celebrate our youth for their strengths and abilities."