Cincinnati Youth Collaborative

ABOUT US

A Proven Solution

Empowering youth for over

35 Years

CYC was founded upon a game-changing model that unites volunteers, school districts, and local businesses to create a network of support for our young people.

Empowering young people to overcome barriers and excel in education, career and life.

In the 2022-23 academic year:

5,000+

CYC served over 5,000 students

95%

95% of students served by CYC moved onto the next grade level

93%

CYC students achieved a 93% graduation rate

1,200+

There were over 1,200 volunteers serving our students

Lifetime Impact Data

CYC is constantly growing, serving more students, recruiting more volunteers, and working with more organizations every year. Over our 35 year history our impact data shows that we have:

30,000+

Students Served

20,000+

Volunteers

4+

School Districts

100+

Partner Organizations

Core Services

CYC offers a number of services to students and their families.

College and Career Success

#AlwaysCYC The Impact Preparing students to graduate high school and succeed in college. Beginning in junior high and continuing through college, advisors guide students to plan and prepare for post-secondary opportunities. College Advisors work on-site in

Jobs for Cincinnati Graduates

#AlwaysCYC The Impact 96% of JCG seniors graduated from High School in the 2021-22 school year. Through a one-credit high school elective, CYC career specialists keep at-risk students, including foster care youth, in school and on the path

Mentoring

#AlwaysCYC The Impact Research shows that mentored students have better academic and attendance records, higher promotion rates/lower dropout rates, and increased levels of self-esteem. In just one hour or less a week, CYC mentors provide encouragement and guidance

A Display of Dedication and Commitment

NOW, MORE THAN EVER

Become A Volunteer

Our team really needs volunteers to work with our students. Those who are willing and have the desire to help those in need. If you are ready to change the world for the better, we look forward to having you join us!

Join Us Today!

Always Brighter Futures.

Always Achieving Dreams.

CYC Trivia Night

Good Jobs Challenge

Jobs For Cincinnati Graduates

GEAR UP

Saturday Hoops