Our Mission

Youth Enrichment Programs Mission

is to empower at-risk inner city youth with; 

  • Enhance self-esteem and promote positive
    personal development.

  • Support academic growth through
    high-quality educational experiences
    during critical developmental years.

  • Enrich life experiences through engaging
    social, cultural, and recreational opportunities.

Impact Statement

Since its establishment in 1993, Youth Enrichment Programs, Inc. (YEP) has provided comprehensive services to more than 3,600 at-risk inner-city youth, focusing on academic support, leadership development, career readiness, emotional well-being & personal growth. Through evidence-based programming and strategic community partnerships, YEP has achieved measurable outcomes, including a 90% high school completion rate among program participants and a 75% post-secondary enrollment rate.

As the organization’s founder has affirmed, “The sky is the limit to what YEP can accomplish. The only obstacle in YEP’s way is losing sight of the vision—we must be visionary.” YEP is proud of its proven record of impact and remains committed to expanding its reach, enhancing program effectiveness, and continuing to create equitable opportunities that empower youth to reach their full potential.

OUR VISION

  To help young people
reach their full potential
 

OUR PHILOSPHY

Learning Through
Every Experience

OUR VALUE

 We lead with integrity, commitment and compassion