Needs
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
$500 SUPPORTS AN ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP
Each academic year, AEYL donors play a pivotal role in shaping the futures of driven high school scholars who are actively pursuing higher education. Through direct support, donors help expand access to college pathways for youth committed to academic excellence and personal growth.
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CAREER & WORKFORCE PLACEMENT PROGRAM with SUMMER INTERNSHIP & ENTREPRENEURSHIP SKILLS TRAINING
$50 SUPPORTS GAS INCENTIVE FOR PARTICIPANT
$100 SUPPORTS WORKFORCE READINESS MATERIAL FOR A PARTICIPANT
$250 - $500 SUPPORTS AN INTERN'S WEEKLY STIPENDS
$1,000 SUPPORTS A WORKFORCE READINESS COHORT FOR A PARTICIPANT
A dynamic initiative that prepares teens and young adults for long-term success in both college and career pathways. Anchored by our Summer Internship Experience and Entrepreneurship Skills Training, this program offers hands-on learning, professional mentorship, and real-world exposure to high-demand industries.
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BACK TO SCHOOL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT RETREAT - $100 SUPPORTS CONFERENCE (CAMP) REGISTRATION FEE
A pivot to BACK TO SCHOOL initiatives for teens only (14-17) an immersive, multi-day experience designed to cultivate confidence, character, and leadership capacity in emerging youth leaders. Through interactive workshops, team-building challenges, and guided reflection, participants explore core values, strengthen communication skills, and develop a personal vision for impact.
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COMMUNITY/FAMILIES FINANCIAL SUPPORT
$1,000 SUPPORTS EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE FUND for needy families in their time of hardship. AEYL recognizes that stability at home is essential for youth, teens and young adults to thrive in school, work, and leadership development.
Assistance may include Housing and/or Utility relief, School-related expenses such as uniforms, supplies, or transportation, referrals to partner agencies for extended services. By addressing immediate needs with compassion and discretion, AEYL helps families regain stability and empowers youth, teens and young families to remain focused on their goals.