"I want to thank my mentor for teaching me that I could succeed in life by focusing on my goals. He showed me what I have to do in order to reach my goals. I knew he cared about me because he listened to my problems and helped me find an answer to the things that I am going through. In this program I learned that every one has different ways to achieve there goals and that every one is talented in their own ways".
Youth Mentoring Connection awakens at-risk youth to their power, unique gifts and purpose. Our programs throughout the Los Angeles area provide our youth with a vital sense of belonging by matching youth with caring adult mentors and providing matches with supportive and dynamic group activities.
Jamie Foxx with Tony & YMC Board Member Mark Landsman
Startling Results:
96% of YMC mentees graduate compared to less than 50% of their peers ..................................
Three gangs no longer exist because of YMC programs ...............................
YMC Mentees:
• 72% less likely to use drugs
• 66% improved school attendance
• 68% less likely to resort to violence
• 3 gangs dissolved
• 81% improved relationships with parents
• 90% improved self-esteem
• 83% improve relationships with people of other
cultures and ethnicities
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