Cincinnati Youth Collaborative | Empowering Vulnerable Students to Succeed

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 students.

CYC empowers children and young adults to overcome obstacles and succeed in education, career, and life.

In the 2021-22 academic year:

4,000+

CYC served over 4,000 students

93%

93% of students served by CYC moved onto the next grade level

95%

CYC students achieved a 95% 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

5+

School Districts

100+

Partner Organizations

CYC Partners with Level Up Cincinnati

We are excited to announce our new transformative partnership with Level Up Cincinnati! Together, we will enhance mentorship opportunities for youth in Cincinnati. To learn more about our work, check out the blog story on Level Up Cincinnati by clicking the image below!

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.

Good Jobs Challenge

Jobs For Cincinnati Graduates