Strategic Plan

Youth INC strengthens youth development nonprofits to break through their most pressing challenges and create brighter futures for NYC youth.

THRIVING ORGANIZATIONS.
THRIVING FUTURES.

Youth INC partners with over 85 small to mid-size youth development organizations, impacting more than 250,000 young people annually. By providing critical support, Youth INC strengthens nonprofits facing challenges that could hinder their success, ensuring they remain effective and sustainable. Through this work, Youth INC empowers organizations to create lasting change, helping young people and their communities thrive.

The nonprofit sector frequently relies on its workforce to succeed despite facing organizational challenges that would collapse most businesses. Without stable support, these organizations risk losing ground with the young people who depend on them the most.

Youth INC changes that. We strengthen nonprofits in increasing their effectiveness and future sustainability, enhancing their ability to help young people thrive.

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COACHING

We equip nonprofits to thrive through capacity-building programs designed to amplify their sustainability and impact.  We tailor our programs to address nonprofits' unique challenges and opportunities, delivering the tools, insights, and resources needed to drive meaningful growth.This year, we delivered 800+ hours of one-on-one coaching, equipping 470 nonprofit leaders to scale their budgets, strengthen their boards, and reach more young people than ever before.

OPPORTUNITY

New York is a city of endless opportunity, but not all our youth have the resources they need to meet their potential. Without help, many of the city’s children will be left without the support they need to get them through high school and into a supportive work environment. 

New York City is full of people who want to make the greatest city on earth even greater, by providing support for those who need it most and stepping up to solve problems. There are more than 1,500 youth-serving nonprofit organizations in New York City, all trying to make this city a better place. 

However, with all these different organizations and limited resources, it can be difficult to ensure philanthropic dollars are well spent. This is where Youth INC’s Venture Philanthropy approach makes all the difference.

"Youth INC is invaluable to us.
Our nonprofit confidant, advisor, connector - everything a nonprofit needs."

CONNECTIONS

We strengthen connections that matter, bridging nonprofits and cross-sector partners to help organizations achieve their missions and drive meaningful change. Our Board Fair brought together over 150 corporate professionals and nonprofit leaders, fostering collaboration and sparking new opportunities. Through our Board Governance program, we facilitated 35 board placements across 25 organizations, with more candidates poised to step into leadership roles.

Our award-winning Rise Academy for Leaders of Color program welcomed 12 remarkable leaders dedicated to advancing equity and representative leadership in the nonprofit sector. This transformative program continues to inspire change by elevating diverse voices in leadership, paving the way for a more inclusive future.

CAPITAL

We know that capital paired with capacity building yields greater impact. That's why we are committed to providing our Nonprofit Partners with critical capital support, ensuring they can sustain their impact in the communities they serve.
Image: creating a pipeline of BIPOC leaders in youth development organizations
FUEL SERIES WORKSHOPS
INCREASE IN YOUTH SERVED
Image: expand access to emergent BIPOC leaders through a network of mentors and coaches
R-SQUARED PEER GROUPS
EXPANDED OR OPENED NEW PROGRAM SITES
Image: advance competencies in nonprofit management and organizational leadership
BOARD ENGAGEMENTS
INCREASE IN PROGRAM STAFF CONFIDENCE TO DELIVER EVIDENCE-BASED BEST PRACTICES

Our Vision for the Next Five Years

With three decades of impact, Youth INC is embarking on a new chapter focused on three primary strategic goals over the next five years:
  • Increase access to our capacity-building coaching and training for more nonprofit leaders, staff, and board members.
  • Build more cross-sector and field partnerships to amplify key issues, influence systems, and increase investment in youth development.
  • Create an Impact Fund to sustainably fund Nonprofit Partner capacity building investments.
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