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EMPOWERING COMMUNITY
TOGETHER

1000

Youth Participants

Annually

689

High School Equivalency Diplomas Earned

2600

Youth Paired with an Adult Mentor

20

Years Serving the Community

Our Core Purpose

Empowering young people to improve their lives and the lives of others.

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Our
Mission

YEP engages underserved young people through community-based education, mentoring, employment readiness, and enrichment programs to help them develop skills and strengthen ties to family and community.

We Love Our Partners

We are so grateful to the individuals, companies, and foundations that support our work and share a vision for the kind of society we want for our children.

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📢 YEP Closure Notice

All YEP offices, stores, and programs will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025.

We will resume normal business hours on Monday, April 21, 2025.

Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and joyful weekend! 💙

#YEPNOLA #CommunityUpdate #StaySafe #yep20

📢 YEP Closure Notice

All YEP offices, stores, and programs will be closed on Friday, April 18, 2025.

We will resume normal business hours on Monday, April 21, 2025.

Wishing everyone a safe, restful, and joyful weekend! 💙

#YEPNOLA #CommunityUpdate #StaySafe #yep20

YEP, We L❤️VE
STEM and Basketball 🏀

Check out the photos 📸 from our annual STEM Fair with @pelicansnba and @ochsnerhealth !
It was a SLAM DUNK!

#nola #stem #pels #yep #neworleans #afterschoolprograms #adulteducation #youthworkforcedevelopment

YEP, We L❤️VE
STEM and Basketball 🏀

Check out the photos 📸 from our annual STEM Fair with @pelicansnba and @ochsnerhealth !
It was a SLAM DUNK!

#nola #stem #pels #yep #neworleans #afterschoolprograms #adulteducation #youthworkforcedevelopment

As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we want to celebrate the incredible women of YEP!

Your dedication, passion, and leadership inspire us daily. 💜✨ Empowered Women Empower!

Thank you for all you do!

#WomensHistoryMonth #EmpoweredWomen #YEPNOLA

As Women’s History Month comes to a close, we want to celebrate the incredible women of YEP!

Your dedication, passion, and leadership inspire us daily. 💜✨ Empowered Women Empower!

Thank you for all you do!

#WomensHistoryMonth #EmpoweredWomen #YEPNOLA

🎉 BIG NEWS! 🎉

YEP Educates has officially reached 60 graduates this academic year!

Each diploma earned represents a step toward brighter futures and a stronger community.

📊 Why does this matter?

✅ High school graduates earn over 20% more on average compared to non-graduates.

✅ A higher graduation rate reduces unemployment and strengthens our local economy.

✅ Every diploma adds to a more skilled workforce, attracting businesses and investment to our community.

Education isn’t just personal growth—it’s community impact!
Let’s celebrate these graduates and continue empowering more young people. 🎓

#YEPEducates #EducationMatters #CommunityImpact #futureleaders

🎉 BIG NEWS! 🎉

YEP Educates has officially reached 60 graduates this academic year!

Each diploma earned represents a step toward brighter futures and a stronger community.

📊 Why does this matter?

✅ High school graduates earn over 20% more on average compared to non-graduates.

✅ A higher graduation rate reduces unemployment and strengthens our local economy.

✅ Every diploma adds to a more skilled workforce, attracting businesses and investment to our community.

Education isn’t just personal growth—it’s community impact!
Let’s celebrate these graduates and continue empowering more young people. 🎓

#YEPEducates #EducationMatters #CommunityImpact #futureleaders

Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time for YEP’s FREE Summer Camp! ☀️✨

📅 June 2 - June 26
8:00am-2:30pm Monday-Friday

📍 Two locations:
Central City – 1529 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd
New Orleans East – 12000 Hayne Blvd

YEP Enriches Summer Camp will offer music, art, sports, STEM, literacy, games, health & wellness, field trips, and more.

Breakfast & lunch will be provided daily!

Spaces are limited! Applications must be submitted in person at either location.

Stop by our front office during the hours of 9am-4pm Monday-Friday.

Tag a parent who needs this!

Let’s make this summer unforgettable!

#YEPSummerCamp #FreeCamp #NOLAYouth #summerfun

Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time for YEP’s FREE Summer Camp! ☀️✨

📅 June 2 - June 26
8:00am-2:30pm Monday-Friday

📍 Two locations:
Central City – 1529 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd
New Orleans East – 12000 Hayne Blvd

YEP Enriches Summer Camp will offer music, art, sports, STEM, literacy, games, health & wellness, field trips, and more.

Breakfast & lunch will be provided daily!

Spaces are limited! Applications must be submitted in person at either location.

Stop by our front office during the hours of 9am-4pm Monday-Friday.

Tag a parent who needs this!

Let’s make this summer unforgettable!

#YEPSummerCamp #FreeCamp #NOLAYouth #summerfun

🌲🏕️ Adventure, bonding, and unforgettable memories!

Check out these HIGHLIGHTS from our 2-day camping trip with YEP Mentors—where we hiked, fished, played baseball, made s’mores, got creative with arts & crafts, cooked together, shared personal goals, and even hit the arcade! 🎣🔥⚾🎨🎯

This is what mentorship in action looks like—fun, growth, and community! ✨

#YEPMentors #OutdoorAdventures #buildingfutures

🌲🏕️ Adventure, bonding, and unforgettable memories!

Check out these HIGHLIGHTS from our 2-day camping trip with YEP Mentors—where we hiked, fished, played baseball, made s’mores, got creative with arts & crafts, cooked together, shared personal goals, and even hit the arcade! 🎣🔥⚾🎨🎯

This is what mentorship in action looks like—fun, growth, and community! ✨

#YEPMentors #OutdoorAdventures #buildingfutures

❤️💚💙YEP Families brought the Mardi Gras magic!

Their support at our parades was a testament to their unwavering commitment.

From cheering on our kids to providing snacks and drinks, our parents played a vital role in making this year’s Mardi Gras experience unforgettable.

Their enthusiasm helped create a positive and supportive atmosphere for everyone involved.

We are so grateful for the partnership we have with our parents!

Together, we are building a strong foundation for our youth, empowering them to reach their full potential.

Thank you, YEP parents and family members, for being the heartbeat of our Mardi Gras success!

❤️💚💙YEP Families brought the Mardi Gras magic!

Their support at our parades was a testament to their unwavering commitment.

From cheering on our kids to providing snacks and drinks, our parents played a vital role in making this year’s Mardi Gras experience unforgettable.

Their enthusiasm helped create a positive and supportive atmosphere for everyone involved.

We are so grateful for the partnership we have with our parents!

Together, we are building a strong foundation for our youth, empowering them to reach their full potential.

Thank you, YEP parents and family members, for being the heartbeat of our Mardi Gras success!

YEP Mentors of St. Charles Parish and surrounding river parishes are beyond grateful for the generous support from @valeroenergy Valero Benefit for Children!

Their recent donation is a direct investment in the futures of the young people we serve, helping us continue our mission of mentorship, education, and empowerment.

This incredible gift is made possible through the @valerotxopen and Benefit for Children tournaments, where golf meets giving to create real impact. 🎉🏌️‍♂️

The 2025 Valero Texas Open will take place March 27-30 at TPC San Antonio, with the Benefit for Children events continuing their tradition of philanthropy. We are honored to be among the organizations supported by this initiative!

Thank you, @valeroenergy for believing in the power of mentorship and community! 🙌💙

#YEPMentors #ValeroBenefitForChildren #Gratitude #InvestInYouth #CommunityMatters #valerotexasopen

YEP Mentors of St. Charles Parish and surrounding river parishes are beyond grateful for the generous support from @valeroenergy Valero Benefit for Children!

Their recent donation is a direct investment in the futures of the young people we serve, helping us continue our mission of mentorship, education, and empowerment.

This incredible gift is made possible through the @valerotxopen and Benefit for Children tournaments, where golf meets giving to create real impact. 🎉🏌️‍♂️

The 2025 Valero Texas Open will take place March 27-30 at TPC San Antonio, with the Benefit for Children events continuing their tradition of philanthropy. We are honored to be among the organizations supported by this initiative!

Thank you, @valeroenergy for believing in the power of mentorship and community! 🙌💙

#YEPMentors #ValeroBenefitForChildren #Gratitude #InvestInYouth #CommunityMatters #valerotexasopen

Thank you @kreweofiris and New Orleans! We appreciate your encouragement and enthusiasm along the parade route today!
#deepgras #nola #kreweofiris #yepmardigras

Thank you @kreweofiris and New Orleans! We appreciate your encouragement and enthusiasm along the parade route today!
#deepgras #nola #kreweofiris #yepmardigras

🏀🔥 @harlemglobetrotters are back with “Play it Forward” Season 3, Episode 14: “The Beat of Their Own Drum”—and this one’s EXTRA special! 🎶🏆

This episode features the Youth Empowerment Project’s Drumline 🥁🔥 bringing the energy, rhythm, and inspiration to the court!

📺 Streaming NOW on NBC! 💥🔥

#HarlemGlobetrotters #PlayItForward #TheBeatOfTheirOwnDrum #YEPDrumline #YouthEmpowermentProject #BasketballMagic

🏀🔥 @harlemglobetrotters are back with “Play it Forward” Season 3, Episode 14: “The Beat of Their Own Drum”—and this one’s EXTRA special! 🎶🏆

This episode features the Youth Empowerment Project’s Drumline 🥁🔥 bringing the energy, rhythm, and inspiration to the court!

📺 Streaming NOW on NBC! 💥🔥

#HarlemGlobetrotters #PlayItForward #TheBeatOfTheirOwnDrum #YEPDrumline #YouthEmpowermentProject #BasketballMagic

✨ Flashback to September! ✨

We’re still reminiscing about the incredible energy and joy of our 20th Anniversary Gala! 🎉🎭 One of the most unforgettable moments?

Sharing this milestone with the Marching Krewes who brought the spirit of Mardi Gras to life! 💜💛💚 Their vibrant performances amplified the celebration, reminding us why New Orleans’ culture is truly one of a kind.

Thank you to everyone who made this night so special—your support fuels our mission every day. 💙

Take a look at some of the unforgettable highlights! 📸🎶

#YEPNOLA #YEP20thAnniversary #MardiGrasMagic #NOLACulture #communitycelebration

@amelia.earhawts
@themerryantoinettes
@thekreweofdolly
@zulusap1909
Le Bon Ton Babydolls

✨ Flashback to September! ✨

We’re still reminiscing about the incredible energy and joy of our 20th Anniversary Gala! 🎉🎭 One of the most unforgettable moments?

Sharing this milestone with the Marching Krewes who brought the spirit of Mardi Gras to life! 💜💛💚 Their vibrant performances amplified the celebration, reminding us why New Orleans’ culture is truly one of a kind.

Thank you to everyone who made this night so special—your support fuels our mission every day. 💙

Take a look at some of the unforgettable highlights! 📸🎶

#YEPNOLA #YEP20thAnniversary #MardiGrasMagic #NOLACulture #communitycelebration

@amelia.earhawts
@themerryantoinettes
@thekreweofdolly
@zulusap1909
Le Bon Ton Babydolls

🚨 BIG NEWS! 🚨

YEP is hitting the big screen! 📺✨ Tune in to WDSU TODAY at 11 AM to catch us on the Harlem Globetrotters’ TV show “Play It Forward!” 🏀🔥

We’re beyond excited to share our story on a national stage, highlighting the impact YEP has on young people in our community. Don’t miss this special moment! Set your reminders, tell your friends, and get ready to see YEP in action! 🙌💙

#YEPNOLA #PlayItForward #HarlemGlobetrotters #CommunityImpact #WatchUsOnWDSU

🚨 BIG NEWS! 🚨

YEP is hitting the big screen! 📺✨ Tune in to WDSU TODAY at 11 AM to catch us on the Harlem Globetrotters’ TV show “Play It Forward!” 🏀🔥

We’re beyond excited to share our story on a national stage, highlighting the impact YEP has on young people in our community. Don’t miss this special moment! Set your reminders, tell your friends, and get ready to see YEP in action! 🙌💙

#YEPNOLA #PlayItForward #HarlemGlobetrotters #CommunityImpact #WatchUsOnWDSU

💪Mentors EMPOWER , Mentees INSPIRE 🤩

🧋✨Check out these pics from our Best-Teas Afterschool meet up @nola_boba_tea

💪Mentors EMPOWER , Mentees INSPIRE 🤩

🧋✨Check out these pics from our Best-Teas Afterschool meet up @nola_boba_tea

🚨 BIG NEWS! 🚨

YEP is hitting the big screen! 📺✨ Tune in to WDSU this Saturday, February 22nd, at 11 AM to catch us on the Harlem Globetrotters’ TV show “Play It Forward!” 🏀🔥

We’re beyond excited to share our story on a national stage, highlighting the impact YEP has on young people in our community.

Don’t miss this special moment!

Set your reminders, tell your friends, and get ready to see YEP in action! 🙌💙

#YEPNOLA #PlayItForward #HarlemGlobetrotters #CommunityImpact #WatchUsOnWDSU

🚨 BIG NEWS! 🚨

YEP is hitting the big screen! 📺✨ Tune in to WDSU this Saturday, February 22nd, at 11 AM to catch us on the Harlem Globetrotters’ TV show “Play It Forward!” 🏀🔥

We’re beyond excited to share our story on a national stage, highlighting the impact YEP has on young people in our community.

Don’t miss this special moment!

Set your reminders, tell your friends, and get ready to see YEP in action! 🙌💙

#YEPNOLA #PlayItForward #HarlemGlobetrotters #CommunityImpact #WatchUsOnWDSU

Check out the sights and sounds of the YEP Enriches Dance Team and Drumline at the Krewe of Nefertiti Parade.

Check out the sights and sounds of the YEP Enriches Dance Team and Drumline at the Krewe of Nefertiti Parade.

YEP and PELS for the Win 🥳🏀⛹🏽‍♀️⛹🏼⛹🏾‍♂️

YEP and PELS for the Win 🥳🏀⛹🏽‍♀️⛹🏼⛹🏾‍♂️

Strikes, spares, and team spirit! 🎳💪

Our YEP Mentors Region 4 Team hit the lanes for a little friendly competition and a lot of team bonding.

Building connections, one frame at a time! #YEPMentors #TeamBuilding #Region4 #strongertogether

Strikes, spares, and team spirit! 🎳💪

Our YEP Mentors Region 4 Team hit the lanes for a little friendly competition and a lot of team bonding.

Building connections, one frame at a time! #YEPMentors #TeamBuilding #Region4 #strongertogether

🎭✨ Roll with us this Mardi Gras season! 🎭✨

Join the Krewe of YEP Enriches on the parade route this Mardi Gras Season.💜💚💛

February 16th
Krewe of Nefertiti- New Orleans East

March 1st
Krewe of Iris- Uptown

YEP Enriches serves youth throughout the Greater New Orleans area by providing out of school activities and summer camps that inspire, educate, and empower kids ages 7-16—at NO COST to families! We accept students year round!

Click the link in our bio for more information.

This Mardi Gras, let’s make some noise for the future of our city!

Whether you’re catching beads or throwing support, your energy fuels our mission. 🎶💥

Special thank you to our newest Mardi Gras sponsor Ampirical.

📍 Follow @yepnola and meet us on the route #KreweOfYEP #YEPEnriches #MardiGrasMagic #NOLAYouth 🎭🎷

🎭✨ Roll with us this Mardi Gras season! 🎭✨

Join the Krewe of YEP Enriches on the parade route this Mardi Gras Season.💜💚💛

February 16th
Krewe of Nefertiti- New Orleans East

March 1st
Krewe of Iris- Uptown

YEP Enriches serves youth throughout the Greater New Orleans area by providing out of school activities and summer camps that inspire, educate, and empower kids ages 7-16—at NO COST to families! We accept students year round!

Click the link in our bio for more information.

This Mardi Gras, let’s make some noise for the future of our city!

Whether you’re catching beads or throwing support, your energy fuels our mission. 🎶💥

Special thank you to our newest Mardi Gras sponsor Ampirical.

📍 Follow @yepnola and meet us on the route #KreweOfYEP #YEPEnriches #MardiGrasMagic #NOLAYouth 🎭🎷

✨ SUPER BOWL 59 BOUND! ✨

A huge THANK YOU to the @nfl and Saints Defensive End @camjordan94 for making dreams come true! Because of their generosity, a YEP Mentor and Mentee will be heading to Super Bowl 59! 🏈🎉

This incredible opportunity is a testament to how YEP’s relationships continue to grow and prosper—creating life-changing experiences for the young people we serve.

SWIPE Left ⬅️ to watch a @fox8nola interview with our YEP mentor and mentee about the opportunity to experience Super Bowl 59!

For more information regarding YEP and its programs, click the link in our bio!

#yepmentors #SuperBowl59 #ThankYouCam #NOLAHostCommittee #YEPmentors

✨ SUPER BOWL 59 BOUND! ✨

A huge THANK YOU to the @nfl and Saints Defensive End @camjordan94 for making dreams come true! Because of their generosity, a YEP Mentor and Mentee will be heading to Super Bowl 59! 🏈🎉

This incredible opportunity is a testament to how YEP’s relationships continue to grow and prosper—creating life-changing experiences for the young people we serve.

SWIPE Left ⬅️ to watch a @fox8nola interview with our YEP mentor and mentee about the opportunity to experience Super Bowl 59!

For more information regarding YEP and its programs, click the link in our bio!

#yepmentors #SuperBowl59 #ThankYouCam #NOLAHostCommittee #YEPmentors

Touchdown! 🏈
Check out these photos from our YEP Enriches Super Bowl Party at our New Orleans East site!

Touchdown! 🏈
Check out these photos from our YEP Enriches Super Bowl Party at our New Orleans East site!

New Orleans, it was a pleasure seeing you on the route! ❤️💚💙

Huge thanks to @entergy for their incredible support of YEP and their commitment to uplifting our community!

We’re honored to join them in the Super Bowl Parade, celebrating the power of opportunity and connection.

Shoutout to legacy 59, powered by Entergy, for investing in New Orleans’ future and making a lasting impact. Your philanthropic leadership continues to open doors for young people, and we’re grateful to be part of the journey.

#ThankYouEntergy #Legacy59 #YEP20 #CommunityPower #superbowlparade

New Orleans, it was a pleasure seeing you on the route! ❤️💚💙

Huge thanks to @entergy for their incredible support of YEP and their commitment to uplifting our community!

We’re honored to join them in the Super Bowl Parade, celebrating the power of opportunity and connection.

Shoutout to legacy 59, powered by Entergy, for investing in New Orleans’ future and making a lasting impact. Your philanthropic leadership continues to open doors for young people, and we’re grateful to be part of the journey.

#ThankYouEntergy #Legacy59 #YEP20 #CommunityPower #superbowlparade

Check out these HIGHLIGHTS from Super Bowl 59’s Opening Night fueled by Gatorade.

We are so grateful for the opportunity to share this historic event with our YEP participants.

Check out these HIGHLIGHTS from Super Bowl 59’s Opening Night fueled by Gatorade.

We are so grateful for the opportunity to share this historic event with our YEP participants.

Last night, we celebrated the launch of the e-book Social Justice Nonprofits in the US South: Cases for Study and Practice at the Greater New Orleans Foundation.

A chapter focused on YEP’s 20 year history entitled “The Power of (Re)Vision” was co-authored by Melissa Sawyer, YEP Co-Founder & CEO, Darrin McCall, YEP’s Chief of Staff, and August J. Collins Sr., Outreach & Engagement Coordinator, along with UNO Justice Studies doctoral student Monique Nolan Legendre.

We were thrilled to partner with other justice nonprofits in the city and the editors, Steve Mumford and Emily Faye Ratner, to produce a book that we hope will nurture future nonprofit leaders.

Last night, we celebrated the launch of the e-book Social Justice Nonprofits in the US South: Cases for Study and Practice at the Greater New Orleans Foundation.

A chapter focused on YEP’s 20 year history entitled “The Power of (Re)Vision” was co-authored by Melissa Sawyer, YEP Co-Founder & CEO, Darrin McCall, YEP�’s Chief of Staff, and August J. Collins Sr., Outreach & Engagement Coordinator, along with UNO Justice Studies doctoral student Monique Nolan Legendre.

We were thrilled to partner with other justice nonprofits in the city and the editors, Steve Mumford and Emily Faye Ratner, to produce a book that we hope will nurture future nonprofit leaders.

📢 Spread the word! 📢
YEP Works is now accepting applications until February 12th!

Click the link in our bio for details.

This work-based learning program helps young people ages 16-24 build employment readiness skills while earning an hourly stipend. 💼💰 Plus, trainees can earn an industry-based credential in customer service through the National Retail Federation!

Know someone who could benefit?

Tag them, share this post, and help us connect young people with this opportunity!

🔗 #YEPWorks #jobready

📢 Spread the word! 📢
YEP Works is now accepting applications until February 12th!

Click the link in our bio for details.

This work-based learning program helps young people ages 16-24 build employment readiness skills while earning an hourly stipend. 💼💰 Plus, trainees can earn an industry-based credential in customer service through the National Retail Federation!

Know someone who could benefit?

Tag them, share this post, and help us connect young people with this opportunity!

🔗 #YEPWorks #jobready

Making a difference. Empowering others. Nurturing dreams. Teaching life lessons. Opening doors to new opportunities. Raising self-esteem.

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible mentors who show up, guide, and inspire our young people every day! 💙✨ Your dedication, wisdom, and encouragement create life-changing opportunities for our youth.
To every mentor who listens, leads, and believes in the potential of our young people—THANK YOU! Your impact is immeasurable, and we are so grateful for you. 💫

Making a difference. Empowering others. Nurturing dreams. Teaching life lessons. Opening doors to new opportunities. Raising self-esteem.

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible mentors who show up, guide, and inspire our young people every day! 💙✨ Your dedication, wisdom, and encouragement create life-changing opportunities for our youth.
To every mentor who listens, leads, and believes in the potential of our young people—THANK YOU! Your impact is immeasurable, and we are so grateful for you. 💫

🎉BIG NEWS! 🎉

As of today, 50 YEP Educates students have officially passed their HiSET exam this academic year! 🎓💪 We are halfway through our year!

Their dedication and hard work have paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder!

This is what success looks like when opportunity meets determination. 🙌👏

Help us celebrate their achievement by dropping a 🎉 in the comments!

Know someone who wants to earn their diploma? 📚 Share this post and let them know, YEP Educates is here to help!

🎉BIG NEWS! 🎉

As of today, 50 YEP Educates students have officially passed their HiSET exam this academic year! 🎓💪 We are halfway through our year!

Their dedication and hard work have paid off, and we couldn’t be prouder!

This is what success looks like when opportunity meets determination. 🙌👏

Help us celebrate their achievement by dropping a 🎉 in the comments!

Know someone who wants to earn their diploma? 📚 Share this post and let them know, YEP Educates is here to help!

The Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) is changing lives every day—providing free education, mentorship, job training, and enrichment programs for young people in our community. 💡✨

Want to get involved? Whether you’re looking to join a program, volunteer, or support our mission, there’s a place for you at YEP!

🌐 Visit YouthEmpowermentProject.org today to learn more about how YOU can make an impact. #YEPNola #EmpowerYouth #getinvolved

The Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) is changing lives every day—providing free education, mentorship, job training, and enrichment programs for young people in our community. 💡✨

Want to get involved? Whether you’re looking to join a program, volunteer, or support our mission, there’s a place for you at YEP!

🌐 Visit YouthEmpowermentProject.org today to learn more about how YOU can make an impact. #YEPNola #EmpowerYouth #getinvolved

For over 20 years, you have helped fuel YEP’s mission to uplift young people and foster opportunity across Greater New Orleans, and we are so grateful.

Your support has allowed us to grow into one of the area’s most impactful and trusted nonprofits, impacting more than 10,000 lives and brightening the future of our community.

Thanks to the support of compassionate individuals like you, YEP is now reaching over 1,000 young people annually across 13 parishes through four impactful programs at five locations throughout Greater New Orleans – all at no cost to participants.

As we continue to navigate the evolving needs of our community, we recognize the immense potential of our youth and the growing demand for our services.

Your investment empowers us to provide critical support and create lasting positive change in the lives of young people.

Thank you again for your belief in YEP’s mission. We are committed in 2025 to keeping you informed about our progress and the impact you help make.
#nola #yepnola #youthempowerment #communitysupport #neworleans #youth #impact

For over 20 years, you have helped fuel YEP’s mission to uplift young people and foster opportunity across Greater New Orleans, and we are so grateful.

Your support has allowed us to grow into one of the area’s most impactful and trusted nonprofits, impacting more than 10,000 lives and brightening the future of our community.

Thanks to the support of compassionate individuals like you, YEP is now reaching over 1,000 young people annually across 13 parishes through four impactful programs at five locations throughout Greater New Orleans – all at no cost to participants.

As we continue to navigate the evolving needs of our community, we recognize the immense potential of our youth and the growing demand for our services.

Your investment empowers us to provide critical support and create lasting positive change in the lives of young people.

Thank you again for your belief in YEP’s mission. We are committed in 2025 to keeping you informed about our progress and the impact you help make.
#nola #yepnola #youthempowerment #communitysupport #neworleans #youth #impact

YEP’S CORE VALUES

YEP is caring and generous.

Check out this post to see how Hailey exemplifies our core values in action!

YEP’S CORE VALUES

YEP is caring and generous.

Check out this post to see how Hailey exemplifies our core values in action!

YEP’S CORE VALUES

YEP is honest and sincere.

Check out this post to see how Aliek exemplifies our core values in action!

YEP’S CORE VALUES

YEP is honest and sincere.

Check out this post to see how Aliek exemplifies our core values in action!

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