YOUTH PROGRAMS |
in Baldwin, Choctaw, Clarke, Conecuh, Escambia, Mobile, Monroe, Washington Counties |
| BALDWIN COUNTY | |||
| Program | Contact/Address | Mission | Programs |
Eastern Shore Chamber Youth Leadership 251-621-0440 |
Carolyn Walthall 616 Maxwell Ave. Daphne, AL 36526 |
By developing young leaders, we will build vital communities that value fairness, diversity and integrity. Grades 10-12. |
Annual program runs Sept.-April for diverse class of forty selected students. Pilot program at four area high schools entitled "Student Leadership 101". Alumni reunion during Christmas holidays. Ongoing volunteer and civic involvement for alumni. |
| MOBILE COUNTY | |||
| Program | Contact/Address | Mission | Programs |
Big Brothers Big Sisters of South AL, YMCA 251-344-0536, ex. 433 |
Roslyn Spencer 6001 Grelot Rd., Ste. H Mobile, AL 36609 |
To help children reach their full potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with measurable impact. Grades 11-12. | Juniors and seniors from a select group of high schools will serve as mentors to children in elementary schools. |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of South Alabama
251-432-1235 |
Jermaine West PO Box 6724 Mobile, AL 36660 |
To provide year round youth development programs designed to enhance the quality of life for the young people of Mobile and Baldwin Counties. Ages 13-18. | Smart Girls (health, fitness, prevention, education, self-esteem) Job Ready (occupational and job skills training) Music Production Keystone Clubs (character and leadership clubs for teens) Triple Play (health and wellness) |
Dearborn Teen Achievers of Tomorrow/Black Achievers Program 251-432-4768 |
Candis Barnes 321 North Warren St. Mobile, AL 36603 |
Enhances academick personal and career development of minority teens to become innovative leaders by providing specialized culturally based programs that foster interaction of youth and adult role models. Ages 13-18. | Career clusters, self-esteem awareness, cultural enrichments, leadership development |
Impact Club of Volunteer Mobile 251-433-4456 |
June LaVernway 1050 Government St., Ste. 201 Mobile, AL 36604 |
Engages middle and high school students in volunteer opportunities that provide vital assistance to nonprofit organizations while building skills in leadership and civic responsibility. Ages 14-18 | Monthly service projects at various agencies. |
Jr. Docents Mobile Museum of Art 251-208-5211
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June Harter 4850 Museum Dr. Mobile, AL 36608 |
Ages 14-17. | Art Aides: after school art classes. Family Day: December 15, 2007 Art Blast: art camp, summer 2008 |
W.I.N.G.S. of YWCA 251-476-7733 |
Amanda Outlaw YWCA 551 Summerville St. Mobile, AL 36617 |
Women Investing in the Next Generation for Success. Inspires the development of women of achievement in business and industry by providing academic, leadership, personal skills training through professional mentoring. Ages 12-18. | Facilitates the interests of girls in mathematics, sciences, self awareness, self-respect, self-confidence, communication, decision making and study skills. Provides opportunities for on-site mentoring. Plans museum tours. |
Youth in Government YMCA of South AL 251-344-4856 |
Mary Cole 951 Downtowner Blvd. Mobile, AL 3660 |
Building better citizens for tomorrow from the youth of today. Grades 9-12. | Monthly meetings beginning Sept. 15. Conferences available. |
Youth Leadership Mobile 251-432-1638 |
Dr. Joel Lewis PO Box 1243 Mobile, AL 36633 |
To provide leadership training for high school students to increase servant leadership, communication skills, team building, and community awareness. Grades 10-12. |
YLM Fall and Spring Class of 2008 Facilitator Training Leadership Facilitators Out of the Box Outreach Individual community projects Food Drive for Senior Center |