The Rising Blazers Kick off FY24!

Written By Rising Blazers

This time of year marks an exciting time for our program as we close out one fiscal year and enter another. As we continue partnership with 4 returning service providers; Beacon Hill Preparatory, Boys & Girls Club of Greater Dallas, Puede Network, and Youth Revive, we are also excited to welcome 1 new service provider, Big Hope!

Jump in and learn more about the exciting opportunities the Community Youth Development Rising Blazers Program will bring to youth and families in South Dallas and Oak Cliff this year!

  • Beacon Hill Preparatory

    • Through reading and math tutoring in on-campuses throughout the metroplex, Beacon Hill is helping close the educational gap for students who need support. Learn more about Beacon Hill Preparatory here.

  • Big Hope

    • Through drone education, coding, and exposure to industry partnerships Big Hope empowers youth through STEAM education and awareness. Learn more about Big Hope here.

  • Boys & Girls Club of Greater Dallas

    • Through holistic after school programming consisting of many activities and youth curriculum, The Boys & Girls Club is helping youth reach their full potential, caring, responsible citizens. Learn more about Beacon Hill Preparatory here.

  • Puede Network

    • Through academic support, health and wellness, community stewardship, sports & movement, and socio-emotional support, Puede Network empowers youth to become well-rounded members of society. Learn more about Puede Network here.

  • Teen Mental Health First Aid

    • Teen Mental Health First Aid (tMHFA) equips youth with the resources to better cope with mental health challenges, as well as provide support for their peers. This program guides youth in identifying an action plan and seeking assistance from a trusted adult. Learn more about tMHFA here.

  • UNTD Mentoring

    • Our Mentoring Program strives to support high school students during their transition from high school to college through college readiness, self-advocacy, and volunteerism. Learn more about the UNTD Mentoring Program here.

  • UNTD Youth Advisory Committee

    • Our Youth Advisory Committee (YAC) Program aims to nurture youth in building their overall confidence through the Youth Leadership Development programming. This program focuses on public speaking, teamwork, and service learning projects. Learn more about the UNTD YAC Program here.

  • Youth Revive

    • Youth Revive focuses on closing the civic education gap for youth through IGNITE ME curriculum comprised of community needs, asset mapping, root-cause analysis, research, and action planning. Learn more about Youth Revive here.

We look forward to seeing the great successes of our youth and partners in the months to come.

Let’s go Rising Blazers!!!

Rising Blazers