I am a fundraiser for
YO:Durham (Year of Opportunity for Durham Teens)
Year of Opportunity for Durham Teens
“Empowering our Youth – Strengthening our Community”
YO:Durham educates and prepares youth for career opportunities they otherwise probably would not encounter through a "Year of Opportunity." During their year of enrollment, YO:Durham helps students develop skills for success in school and work, while directing them away from harmful and illegal activities, through a full-time summer career academy, a part-time school-year internship, mentoring, and service learning. After the year of enrollment, YO:Durham continues to assist the students with academic support, career counseling, workshops, and college planning. YO:Durham knits a network of support for the students among YO:Durham staff, volunteer mentors, employers, school staff, alumni and family members.