1. Community Outreach & Business Partnership Program

 

 

(The flagship program of Y.E.R.I.)

 

This program teaches youth real business skills by involving them directly in your donation-box partnership system.

 

 

Youth learn:

 

 

• Business-to-business communication

• Negotiating and presenting proposals

• Professional speaking

• Customer service

• How to represent an organization

• Relationship building with local businesses

• Weekly collections and accountability

• Problem-solving

• Community responsibility

• Ethical handling of donations and documentation

 

 

 

What they physically do:

 

 

• Build donation/raffle boxes

• Visit businesses with adult supervisors

• Present sponsorship opportunities

• Deliver flyers and materials

• Collect donations weekly

• Track funds (with oversight)

• Report results

• Celebrate wins with the foundation

 

 

This creates confidence, professionalism, and a real résumé.

 

 

 

2. Financial Literacy & Money-Management Training

 

 

A simple, year-long workshop that teaches:

 

• Budgeting

• Credit understanding

• How to open a bank account

• Cost of living

• Savings vs. spending

• Understanding loans and grants

• Entrepreneur basics

 

 

This is critical for ages 12–25.

 

 

 

3. Technology & Digital Skills Program

 

 

Because many youth lack access to devices or know-how.

 

They learn:

 

• Computers/tablets

• Using email

• Creating presentations

• Online research

• Basic coding

• Safe internet practices

• Job application technology skills

 

 

When they complete it, your foundation can award:

 

• a laptop or tablet

• a certificate of completion

 

 

 

 

4. Workforce Readiness Program

 

 

A structured training that prepares youth for employment.

 

Topics include:

 

• Professional communication

• Interview practice

• Resume building

• Proper workplace behavior

• Dress standards

• Time management

• Workplace conflict resolution

 

 

This program can be done in 4–8 weeks.

 

 

 

5. Leadership & Community Service Program

 

 

This aligns perfectly with your mission.

 

Youth learn:

 

• Leadership principles

• Teamwork

• How to run community events

• Public speaking

• Project planning

• Volunteering

 

 

Youth who excel can become:

 

• Team leaders

• Event captains

• Peer mentors

• Representatives of the foundation

 

 

 

 

6. Life Skills & Wellness Program

 

 

Because real-world adulthood requires daily skills:

 

• Cooking basics

• Cleaning and hygiene

• Mental health awareness

• What to do in emergencies

• Basic safety

• Navigating community resources

 

 

These skills change lives.

 

 

 

7. Mentorship & Career Connection Program

 

 

A mentor can be the difference between success and failure.

 

This program pairs youth with:

 

• Local business owners

• Professionals

• Skilled tradespeople

• Creatives

• Entrepreneurs

 

 

Mentors help youth understand career paths, education choices, and personal development.

 

 

 

 

WHY THESE PROGRAMS MATTER

 

 

Together, these programs provide:

 

• Structure

• Accountability

• Skills

• Confidence

• Youth empowerment

• Career direction

• Financial independence

 

 

This is what makes the Y.E.R.I. Foundation different:

You don’t just inspire young people — you equip them with the tools to win.