Build Skills
Hands-on learning that develops technical ability, communication, teamwork, responsibility, and problem-solving.
Ages 14–25Empower Today.
Empower Today.
Transform Tomorrow.
Y.E.S. Youth Empowerment Sponsors helps young people ages 14–25 build practical workplace skills, connect with caring mentors, gain valuable experience, and move toward long-lasting career opportunities.
Every participant deserves the opportunity to turn potential into preparation, preparation into opportunity, and opportunity into a stronger future.
Who We Are
Our Mission
Building capable young people and stronger communities.
Y.E.S. exists to equip young people with relevant skills, resources, mentors, professional exposure, and employment pathways. Our programs focus on practical preparation so participants learn not only how to obtain employment, but how to communicate, lead, solve problems, work as a team, manage responsibilities, and grow throughout their careers.
Mentor & Guide
Positive mentors help young people establish goals, build confidence, prepare for interviews, and understand workplace expectations.
Create Opportunities
Employer and community partnerships connect participants to internships, job shadowing, apprenticeships, certifications, and employment opportunities.
Strengthen Futures
Programs support long-term independence, professional growth, leadership, financial capability, and community involvement.
Programs
Programs That Prepare. Opportunities That Last.
Career-focused learning for ages 14–25.
Participants can explore multiple industries while developing a strong foundation in workplace readiness through workshops, mentorship, hands-on projects, employer visits, and career training.
Technology & Digital Skills
- Coding fundamentals
- IT support
- Cybersecurity awareness
- Computer literacy
- Productivity software
- Digital communication
- Responsible technology use
Creative Arts & Media
- Graphic design
- Photography
- Video production
- Content creation
- Branding
- Digital media
- Portfolio development
Skilled Trades
- Construction
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- HVAC
- Automotive
- Manufacturing
- Apprenticeship preparation
Hands-on activities are conducted through appropriate supervised programs and qualified partners.
Business & Entrepreneurship
- Leadership
- Customer service
- Financial literacy
- Budgeting
- Business planning
- Sales
- Entrepreneurship
- Professional communication
Healthcare Career Exploration
- Healthcare career awareness
- Professional conduct
- Patient-centered service
- Certification pathway awareness
- Career planning
- Employer exposure
Life & Workplace Skills
- Resume development
- Interview preparation
- Punctuality
- Workplace communication
- Teamwork
- Conflict resolution
- Goal setting
- Professional etiquette
- Personal budgeting
Career Pathway
From Learning to Employment
A clear pathway from first skill to first opportunity.
Discover
Participants identify their interests, strengths, goals, talents, and industries they want to explore.
Prepare
Participants complete skill-building workshops, job-readiness coaching, projects, mentorship, and professional development.
Connect
Y.E.S. works with employers and community partners to help connect qualified participants with internships, apprenticeships, interviews, and job opportunities.
Support Beyond the First Opportunity
Career success does not stop at placement. Y.E.S. supports continued growth through mentoring, follow-up coaching, advancement planning, additional training, and connections to future opportunities.
Who We Serve
Young People at Every Stage of Career Development
Y.E.S. serves young people ages 14–25.
Participants join at different points in their journey, so programming is tailored to where each young person is today and where they want to go next.
Career exploration, confidence building, foundational workplace skills, mentoring, educational support, and supervised exposure to career pathways.
Job readiness, certifications, internships, apprenticeships, career-specific training, resume development, and employer introductions.
Career advancement, professional development, industry training, job placement support, entrepreneurship, financial capability, and leadership development.
Please note: specific opportunities may have age requirements depending on employers, training providers, or applicable regulations.
Employers
Partner With the Next Generation of Talent
Companies and organizations of every size can work with Y.E.S. to build a local talent pipeline while giving young people meaningful exposure to real careers.
Partnership opportunities
- Host workplace tours
- Offer job-shadowing opportunities
- Provide mentors
- Teach career workshops
- Sponsor training
- Donate equipment or technology
- Offer internships
- Create apprenticeships
- Interview qualified participants
- Provide employment opportunities
Mentorship
Guidance Can Change a Future
Mentors help participants develop confidence, accountability, professional communication, career awareness, and goal-setting skills. A steady, encouraging relationship often makes the difference between potential and progress.
Y.E.S. seeks caring professionals, business owners, tradespeople, educators, community leaders, and experienced workers who are willing to share knowledge and help young people prepare for their futures.
What mentors do
- Set goals and track progress with a young person
- Practice interviews and workplace communication
- Share honest insight about your industry
- Encourage accountability and professional habits
- Open doors to networks and career exposure
Sponsorship
Sponsor a Future
Your support can help remove barriers between a young person and opportunity.
Sponsorship funds may help support
- Training materials
- Career coaching
- Educational resources
- Certification preparation
- Technology access
- Transportation assistance
- Program activities
- Professional development
- Career exposure
Impact
Real Impact. Real Futures.
Organizational goals, not reported results.
GoalGoal: TBDYouth Trained
GoalGoal: TBDMentors & Industry Partners
GoalGoal: TBDInternships & Employment Connections
GoalGoal: TBDCommunities Served
Impact figures will be updated as verified Y.E.S. program results become available.
Get Involved
You Can Change a Life
There is a role for everyone who wants to help young people move from potential to preparation to opportunity.
Sponsor
Help fund access to training, resources, and opportunities.
Volunteer
Support events, workshops, outreach, and youth development activities.
Mentor
Share professional experience and help a young person prepare for the workplace.
Partner
Create training, internship, apprenticeship, and employment pathways through your organization.
Youth Enrollment
Ready to Build Your Future?
If you are between the ages of 14 and 25 and want to learn new skills, explore careers, prepare for employment, or connect with mentors and opportunities, Y.E.S. wants to hear from you.
Partners & Sponsors
Start a Partnership With Y.E.S.
For businesses, sponsors, and community organizations ready to invest in local youth talent.
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