About The Youth Connection

TYC takes pride in our work with children and families in southeast Michigan. Click on the links below to see what we're all about!

Our Sponsors and Donors

The Youth Connection is so thankful to all of our sponsors and donors that make what we do for youth possible. Find out more and see links to their websites by visiting our sponsors and donors page!

Our Mission Vision and Values

The Youth Connection strives to make metropolitan Detroit a fantastic place for children and families. Find our more about our mission, vision and values.

Our History
Why was The Youth Connection founded? How did the organization develop and how is it still developing? Find out more about our history .

Leadership

Who is behind The Youth Connection? Who are its leaders? Take a peek behind the scenes. Meet our President and CEO and our Board of Directors.

Committees
Our committees focus on certain organizational areas within The Youth Connection. Find out more about the areas in which the committees are active. Maybe you would like to get involved in one of them! To the Committees.

Photos
A picture is worth a thousand words. Click through our photo gallery and get to know us. To the Gallery.

The Youth Connection Contact / Hours of Operation

*** Special Note """

Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, The Youth Connection Offices are closed for face-to-face meetings until further notice. Staff are available by phone at (313) 826-7099 or by email at info@theyouthconnection.org.

Donate to The Youth Connection Today!

Services may be available for youth aging out of FOSTER CARE

To determine eligibility, click HERE!

TYCCA PROGRAMS NOW ENROLLING!

For more information and how to sign-up click here!

COVID-19 Updates!

The Youth Connection Newsletter

EXTRA! EXTRA! Read our latest TYC Newsletter - Connecting With Our Families!

UNWANTED, UNUSED, OR EXPIRED PRESCRIPTION DRUGS

DON’T FLUSH THEM

DON’T KEEP THEM

(CLICK IMAGE TO LEARN MORE!)

Support TYC On AmazonSmile!

Shop on AmazonSmile and choose “The Youth Connection” as your charitable organization, and 0.5% of your order gets donated to TYC! Happy Shopping!

Strengthening Families Program 10-14!

CALLING ALL FAMILIES! Sign up for our upcoming Strengthening Families Program: For Parents and Youth 10-14 Session! To register, fill out our online form by clicking here!

The Youth Connection Is A Superstar!

The Youth Connection has been vetted (since 2015) by GlobalGiving’s rigorous due diligence process (Submit project reports in a timely manner and before deadlines, thank you letters send to donors, etc.)

The Youth Connection has demonstrated a high level of engagement with the GlobalGiving community and a commitment to effectiveness via GG Rewards. (Attending webinars, participation in bonus day, contests, and other campaigns, number of recurring donors).

GlobalGiving recognizes The Youth Connection for our due diligence efforts to learn, improve, and grow their impact.

TYC Earned badges from GlobalGiving based on our hard work and dedication! Support our programs and donate to our project!

Transformation Thursday Stories

Get to know our youth!

Read about our current and former youth and their accomplishments throughout our Career Academies (TYCCA) program.

I2D2 Fruit/Vegetable of the Month

Check out the Fruit/Vegetable of the Month where The Youth Connection features produce tips, facts, and healthy recipes that you can share with the entire family!