YOUTH DEVELOPMENT.
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT.
We are committed to shaping the next generation of leaders and visionaries. By partnering with OUR NETWORK OF business owners, community organizations, and industry PARTNERS, we CAN offer comprehensive mentoring, life skills training, apprenticeships, and specialized curriculum for students and young adults aspiring to music, media, art, fashion, technology, wellness, and entertainment careers.
Our programMATIC AREAS OF FOCUS include:
STEAM Educational Programs
Innovative programs that integrate Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics, fostering creativity and critical thinking.
Career Development
Comprehensive guidance and resources for career planning, skill enhancement, and professional growth, empowering young adults to achieve their career goals.
Special Needs Awareness
Dedicated support and tailored educational resources to ensure inclusivity and awareness for students with special needs.
Industry Events & Activities
Exclusive access to events and activities that connect participants with industry leaders, providing networking opportunities and firsthand exposure to their future careers.
Paid Internship Programs
Real-world experience through internships that provide valuable industry insights and financial support, helping participants gain a competitive edge in their chosen fields.
HARLEM CULTURAL FESTIVAL FOUNDATION + DR. YOLANDA CARES FOUNDATION
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HARLEM CULTURAL FESTIVAL FOUNDATION + DR. YOLANDA CARES FOUNDATION •
Harlem Cultural Festival Foundation and Dr. Yolanda Cares Foundation brought Holiday Cheer to NYCHA and FCBC NYC Hope Center Children.
Partnering with Dr. Yolanda Cares Foundation.
The Harlem Cultural Festival Foundation proudly partnered with the Dr. Yolanda Cares Foundation to sponsor the FCBC NYC Hope Center Teen Holiday Party. Design Challenge merchandise was included in the gift bags distributed to each teen, adding a special touch to the celebration.
In addition, HCFF organized a children's holiday party featuring Santa and Mrs. Claus. The festive event, presented by local business The Row Harlem, included support from additional sponsors such as Northwestern Mutual/Vivid Advisory and Chocolat Restaurant.
COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION
Over 50 parents and children attended from First Corinthian Baptist Church (FCBC), NYCHA communities, and a midtown hotel shelter that supports immigrant families.
EVENT Highlights included:
HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE
Each child also received a gift from pour “Holiday Toy Drive” sponsored by members of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., spanning from Harlem to Delaware.
ACTIVITIES & LOCAL REFRESHMENTS
Kids delighted in creating their own gingerbread houses and hand-painting stuffed toys. Refreshments were provided by The Little Hot Dog Wagon, Dunkin Donuts, and Sforno Pizza.
