Training For The Future
We strive to support and assist Black youth in their academic futures and get them plugged into resources and tools that will best prepare them for life.
BYSSI Program
Academic and Wraparound supports including; online tutoring, counseling support, case management, afterschool programming, and training for the future.
BYS & Big Brother Big Sister’s Mentoring Program
Achieve success with the help of our expert online mentors. Learn valuable skills and gain confidence with personalized guidance.
BYS S.T.E.M. Program
The Empower Black Youth In STEM project is a 2-year initiative to help Black youth enter high-demand careers, funded by MCM and BYAP.
BYS Scholarship Program
In partnership with Alectra Utilities, we offer an annual University tuition scholarship. Coupled with our annual fall Post-Secondary programming
BYS Youth Advisory Council
The role of the BYS Youth Advisory Council members is to support the Black Youth School Success Initiative and its collaborative agencies in providing programming for youth that is informed by youth.
Looking to Volunteer?
Thank you for you interest in supporting the Black Youth School Success Initiative and taking the first step to becoming a BYSSI volunteer!
BYS Volunteers
Fill out our Volunteer intake form and choose from a wide variety of initiatives and programs to be involved with. We have an extensive network of Community partners that will make your experience impactful and fulfilling!