Programs

  • Cincinnati Youth Collaborative Programs

    Cincinnati Youth Collaborative (CYC)Program Descriptions2022-2023 ACADEMIC YEAR IMPACT? CYC served 7,000+ students across four Cincinnati school districts? 93% of CYC senior students graduated on-time from high school? 95% of CYC high school students were promoted to the next grade? Over 100 business & partners provided resources to CYC students? Over 1,200 volunteers served CYC students in numerous waysPROGRAMS CYC FACILITATES TO ENSURE OUR STUDENTS SUCCESSCOLLEGE READINESS AND SUCCESSBeginning in middle school, CYC provides comprehensive career and college guidance to partner schools. Programssupply individualized support and mentoring to ensure graduation and a successful post-secondary education transition.GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) - GEAR UP, a U.S. Departmentof Education program, partners CYC with the Mount Healthy City School District, North College Hill City School District,and Norwood City Schools to significantly increase the number of students who are prepared to enter and succeed inpost-secondary education.CYC GEAR UP Ohio Advisors provide:? ACT/SAT test prep support? Financial aid (FAFSA), college applicationsupport, scholarships, and grants? Career exploration and planning? 12-month follow-up services to support thetransition from high schoolMENTORINGMatches caring adults with students (grades 2-16) to help them attend school regularly, improve their self-esteem andinterpersonal relationships, encourage post-secondary pursuits, and ultimately obtain gainful employment. The CYCMentoring Program is delivered through several exceptionally impactful initiatives:? Corporate Mentoring matches students with local business professionals from a variety of career fields.Highlights include:o Monthly job site visits that allow students to experience the workplace environment of their field ofinteresto Personal mentoring from corporate experts who introduce students to their career fields and encouragethem to remain dedicated to their academic studies and their professional dreamso In-school presentations by business leaders that focus on positive role modeling and academicimprovemento Career pathway development that enables students to craft a solid game plan for life after high school? UC Med Mentors connects elementary students with first-year medical students from the University of Cincinnati.Highlights include:o Literacy tutoring that ensures young students can read at their age level by grade threeo Early exposure to the medical field as an exciting career opportunityo Increased cultural competency training for medical students through engagement with young people fromdiverse demographic backgroundso Opportunity to earn elective credits through youth mentoring experience? Girls Club provides a safe space for 2nd-6th grade girls to learn social-emotional skills, healthy relationship skills,and community engagement. During weekly after-school meetings, the young ladies and their leaders share personalexperiences, learn new skills, and use those skills to be a community inside and outside of school. Activities include:o Icebreakerso STEM Projectso Journalingo Field Tripso Creative and Performing Artso Snack Timeo Social Outingso Motivational Speakers2? Saturday Hoops volunteers engage youth from the Cincinnati community in a weekly event featuring sports, artsand crafts, reading, motivational talks, and other fun activities. Saturday Hoops is a group mentoring program with adedicated, consistent group of active volunteer mentors. This program is open to the public and hosted at three localrecreation centers during the school year (Lincoln Recreation Center, Winton Hills Recreation Center, and the DudleyS. Taft Boys and Girls Club of Greater Cincinnati) and at Ziegler Park during the summer.CYCs Mentoring sessions occur in group settings and one-on-one, spanning the entire school year, including duringschool hours, after-school periods, and weekends. During the summer months, Mentoring students remain connectedthrough one-to-one mentoring and group mentoring with Saturday Hoops and through paid summer internships.RESOURCE COORDINATIONCYC Resource Coordinators support local schools (Gamble, Dater, & Woodward) in implementing the CommunityLearning Center (CLC) model, a nationally recognized model of engaging school and community stakeholders to alignresources to impact student success and promote vibrant communities. Provided services include:? Educational assistance through the implementation of tutoring, after-school, and academic success programming.? Career guidance by facilitating college and career fairs, field trips, workshops, and more.? Social-emotional support by providing access to physical and mental health services and a positive environmentfor all to express themselves.WORK READINESSJobs for Cincinnati Graduates Program (JCG) - The JCG Program is dedicated to preventing dropouts among youngpeople who face serious obstacles and barriers to future success in education, career and life.In more than three decades of operation, JCG has delivered consistent, compelling results helping young people stay inschool through graduation, pursue post-secondary education or training, and secure quality entry-level jobs leading tocareer advancement opportunities. Through classroom facilitation, Project-based Learning, and Work ExperienceOpportunities, students are taught 37 core competencies in the following cluster areas:? Career Development? Job Attainment and Job Survival? Leadership and Self Development? Personal and Life Survival Skills? Work-Place CompetenciesJCG Work Readiness ElementsJobs for Cincinnati Graduates is a credited in-school elective class preparing students for life after high school. JCG is alocal chapter of the statewide Jobs for Ohios Graduates program (JOG) and the national Jobs for Americas Graduates(JAG). Along with core competency training, JCG facilitates a student-lead Career Association with the following goals:? Leadership Development? Career Preparation? Civic Awareness? Social Awareness? Community Service / Service Learning
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    Dates
    Jul 1, 2022 – Jun 30, 2023
    Source
    990
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    $2.7M

  • Program 1 [2025]

    During the 20242025 academic year, Cincinnati Youth Collaborative (CYC) helped thousands of young people move closer to brighter futures:CYC served 5,000+ students across four Cincinnati school districts94% of CYC seniors graduated on time, outperforming the regional average by more than 10%100+ business and community partners invested time, expertise, and resourcesOver 1,200 volunteers served CYC and our students in numerous waysThrough CYCs R.E.A.C.H. outcomes measurement model, CYC students showed meaningful growth in confidence, clarity and connection:95.5% better understand who they are and how to make good choices91.6% feel more sure of themselves and their skills95.5% have set at least one personal goal87.4% gained a new caring adult in their life96.4% feel more hopeful for their futurePROGRAMS CYC FACILITATED IN 2024-25 TO ENSURE STUDENT SUCCESSCollege Readiness and SuccessCYC provides individualized guidance to help students explore post-secondary options and plan for future success. CYC programs supply support and mentoring to ensure graduation and a successful post-secondary transition.The GEAR UP program operated in partnership with Mount Healthy City School District and North College Hill City School District to prepare students for post-secondary education and college success. Program advisors provided:ACT/SAT preparationFAFSA completion and financial aid guidanceCollege application and scholarship supportCareer exploration and planning 12-month post-graduation follow-up servicesMentoringCYCs mentoring programs pair students with trusted adults who encourage academic engagement, build confidence, and open doors to future opportunities. The CYC Mentoring Program is delivered through several exceptionally impactful initiatives.Corporate Mentoring connects students with local professionals across diverse career fields. Highlights include:Monthly job site visits and workplace exposure opportunitiesPersonal mentoring from corporate experts who introduce students to their career fieldsIn-school presentations by business leaders that focus on positive role modeling and academic improvement Career pathway development that enables students to craft a solid game plan for life after high school During 20242025, signature programs like PNC Mentors and P&G Business Leaders of Tomorrow provided financial literacy education, career skills, and job shadowing experiences.Additional mentoring programs include:UC Med Mentors, pairing University of Cincinnati medical students with youth to promote literacy and expose them to healthcare careersGirls Clubs, creating a safe, empowering space for girls in grades 26 to build confidence, relationships, and social-emotional skillsSaturday Hoops, offering group mentoring through sports, arts, reading, and yoga nearly every weekend across multiple neighborhood locationsIn FY25, CYC also expanded its leadership role by guiding We Mentor Cincy, aligning local organizations to strengthen mentoring quality and outcomes across Greater Cincinnati.Resource CoordinationCYC Resource Coordinators support students and families at James N. Gamble Montessori High School and Woodward Career Technical High School by connecting them to critical supports, including:Tutoring, after-school programs, and academic enrichmentCollege and career fairs, field trips, and workshopsAccess to physical and mental health services in a welcoming environmentWork ReadinessFor more than 40 years, CYCs Jobs for Cincinnati Graduates (JCG) has helped students overcome barriers, stay in school, and transition successfully into post-secondary education or the workforce.Through classroom instruction, project-based learning, and real-world work experiences, students build 37 core competencies across:Career developmentJob attainment and retentionLeadership and self-developmentPersonal and life skillsWorkplace readinessAligned with Jobs for Ohios Graduates (JOG) and Jobs for Americas Graduates (JAG), JCG combines a credited classroom experience with a student-led Career Association focused on leadership, civic engagement, and service.
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    Dates
    Jul 1, 2024 – Jun 30, 2025
    Source
    990
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    $3.2M