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ALUMNI PAGE

The Driving Force Behind our Organization’s Success

Young Center Alumni are integral to our organization's success, offering leadership, service, and unwavering support for our mission. As educators, lawyers, business and civic leaders, community activists, and entrepreneurs, they dedicate their time and resources to helping our youth achieve their goals.  Many also serve as staff, advisors, Board members, workshop leaders, judges, tutors, and mentors, further enriching our programs and impact on the lives of our youth participants.

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ALUMNI NEWS

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Young Center Alum Creates Nonprofit STEM Program for Underprivileged Youth

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Murad Malik (CYTT Class of 2024) has created his own STEM Education nonprofit called the Drone Education Program.  Murad is currently a junior at Legacy Magnet High School in Tustin, California.   "I started this program to spread my knowledge passion for STEM with underprivileged children to explore opportunities they may not have otherwise."  Murad, who participated in the 2024 CYTT leadership program, was also recently nominated as a California State Youth Ambassador. 

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Alum Michael Tubbs shares his inspiring journey from Young Center alum to Mayor of Stockton

 

Former Stockton Mayor and alum Michael Tubbs is running for lieutenant governor of California.  Tubbs was one of the country’s youngest mayors of an American city and launched the country's first guaranteed income program for the poor.​  "Being a part of the Young Center literally changed my life trajectory and helped me become who I am today."  Michael is currently an advisor to LA Mayor  Karen Bass.

Kaelani Amputch-Curtis and Felipe Hernandez inspire students to rise above challenges

 

Alumna Kaelani Amputch-Curtis, has established a scholarship to help support low-income youth participants.  "Being a part of the Young Center was a life-changing experience for me," Kaelani says.  "This inaugural scholarship will help remove the financial hurdle for an exceptional Young Center scholar who embodies tenacity in achieving their goals."  Kaelani currently serves as Events Coordinator at Imagine LA. 

Attorney Bianca Falcon donates time and resources to support underserved youth

 

Alum and attorney, Bianca Falcon, donates her time and resources to support underserved youth participants.  Bianca and her family have sponsored several low-income youth participants.  "Being a part of the Young Center was a life-changing experience for me," Bianca says.  Bianca, who was a student at the Young Center since age 15 and is currently a practicing attorney at a law firm in Los Angeles. 

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New Young Center Scholars Grant at St. Mary's College

 

The Young Center is proud to announce a new Young Center Scholars (YCS) Grant at St. Mary's College of California (SMC).  Young Center alumni who graduate high school with a 3.0 GPA or higher will be guaranteed admission to SMC and will receive a YCS Grant equal to 50% of the cost of tuition.  Students who attend a CA community college first (with 24 transferable units and a 3.0 GPA) will also be guaranteed admission to SMC.​  YCS Grants are renewable each year a recipient maintains a 3.0 GPA.  For more info contact info@theyoungcenter.com

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