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Located in West Linn, Oregon, the facility features 22 classrooms, a 200-seat performance hall, a cafe, music store, and professional recording studios. YMP offers private lessons, group classes, rock band ensembles, and summer camps in guitar, drums, bass, piano, ukulele, violin, vocals, and music production. Approximately 40% of all students receive tuition assistance, and YMP charges 60-84% less than area for-profit music schools. The school earned Candid GuideStar's Platinum Seal of Transparency in 2024." }, { "id": "every-473992060", "slug": "aim-youth-mental-health", "name": "AIM Youth Mental Health", "tagline": "Bridging youth mental health research and real-world solutions", "mission": "Youth Mental Health is building a movement to fund clinical research to find cures for mental health disorders in youth.", "country": "United States", "city": "CARMEL", "website": "https://www.AIMymh.org", "donation_url": "https://www.every.org/aimymh#/donate", "beneficiaries_per_year": 1200, "ghd_aligned": 0, "founded_year": 2014, "annual_budget_usd": null, "logo_url": "https://res.cloudinary.com/everydotorg/image/upload/c_lfill,w_24,h_24,dpr_2/c_crop,ar_24:24/q_auto,f_auto,fl_progressive/faja_profile/qmelpt063fbhu7nxgsvj", "verified": 1, "region": "CA", "description": "We AIM to build a movement devoted to the mental health of children, teens, and young adults by funding clinical research to find better treatments and cures, raising awareness, and improving access to effective treatments." }, { "id": "the-wave-project", "slug": "the-wave-project", "name": "The Wave Project", "tagline": "Surf therapy changing young lives", "mission": "The Wave Project uses surfing to improve the mental health and wellbeing of children and young people facing challenges including anxiety, trauma, isolation, and low self-esteem.", "country": "United Kingdom", "city": "Newquay", "website": "https://www.waveproject.co.uk", "donation_url": "https://www.waveproject.co.uk/donate", "beneficiaries_per_year": 1000, "ghd_aligned": 0, "founded_year": 2010, "annual_budget_usd": 800000, "logo_url": null, "verified": 1, "region": "Cornwall", "description": "Founded by Joe Taylor in 2010, The Wave Project was the first charity in the world to offer surfing on prescription to children with mental health needs. Operating across 32 locations in the UK, the charity runs volunteer-led six-week surf therapy courses for young people referred by schools, social workers, GPs, and mental health services. Over 5,000 young people have completed the programme. Independent research shows 95% of participants report improved confidence and 98% of referrers say surf therapy had a positive impact. What started with a small NHS grant for 20 young people has become the global model for surf therapy as a clinical intervention." }, { "id": "every-383522344", "slug": "grow-lead-community-and-youth-development", "name": "Grow & Lead - Community And Youth Development", "tagline": "Helping rural communities and youth create positive change", "mission": "Grow & Lead uses research, consultation, and innovative programme development to help nonprofit organisations in rural communities of Michigan's Upper Peninsula identify opportunities to create healthier and more sustainable communities. 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The Excellence in Education programme recognises outstanding students and educators in Marquette and Alger Counties." }, { "id": "bridges-for-music", "slug": "bridges-for-music", "name": "Bridges for Music", "tagline": "Harnessing the power of music for change", "mission": "Bridges for Music empowers youth in underserved communities through music education, entrepreneurship training, and mindfulness — creating pathways to the creative economy and sustainable livelihoods.", "country": "South Africa", "city": "Cape Town", "website": "https://bridgesformusic.org", "donation_url": "https://bridgesformusic.org/donate", "beneficiaries_per_year": 500, "ghd_aligned": 1, "founded_year": 2012, "annual_budget_usd": 500000, "logo_url": null, "verified": 1, "region": "Western Cape", "description": "Founded in 2012, Bridges for Music operates a 1,000 sqm modern facility in Langa, one of Cape Town's oldest and most densely populated townships. The Academy features world-class recording studios, computer rooms, and DJ rooms. Each year over 250 students (called co-creators) complete courses in music production, DJing and performance, music business and entrepreneurship, and meditation. The Industry Access employment programme creates around 250 job placements annually. Graduates enter South Africa's growing creative economy with real skills, professional networks, and income-generating capability. Bridges for Music has spent over a decade proving that music education is a viable pathway out of poverty in township communities." }, { "id": "every-020687131", "slug": "youth-determined-to-succeed", "name": "Youth Determined to Succeed", "tagline": "Advancing health equity, family wellness, and youth achievement", "mission": "Youth & Families Determined to Succeed (YFDS) is a community-based nonprofit committed to advancing health equity, family wellness, and youth achievement. For over 25 years, YFDS has produced meaningful results in leadership, health, and athletics for families in North Minneapolis.", "country": "United States", "city": "Minneapolis", "website": "https://yfds.org", "donation_url": "https://www.every.org/youthdetermined#/donate", "beneficiaries_per_year": 350, "ghd_aligned": 0, "founded_year": 1999, "annual_budget_usd": null, "logo_url": null, "verified": 1, "region": "Minnesota", "description": "Founded in 1999 by former Minnesota Gopher and Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Melvin Anderson, YFDS provides comprehensive health, nutrition, fitness, and enrichment programmes for children and families. In 2010, YFDS launched F4H (Fitness for Health), an evidence-based wellness programme serving families referred by physicians for health restoration — addressing obesity, diabetes, and heart disease through fitness, nutrition, and mental wellbeing. Over 350 families have participated, with 70% referred by physicians. YFDS operates from North Minneapolis with a Wellness Fitness Center in New Hope." }, { "id": "every-464125968", "slug": "youth-outdoor-experience", "name": "Youth Outdoor Experience", "tagline": "Inspiring young people to flourish by engaging with nature", "mission": "Ironwood Tree Experience inspires young people to flourish by engaging with nature and becoming mindful stewards of the environment at home, in their community, and around the world.", "country": "United States", "city": "Tucson", "website": "https://ironwoodtreeexperience.org", "donation_url": "https://www.every.org/youth-outdoor-experience#/donate", "beneficiaries_per_year": 300, "ghd_aligned": 0, "founded_year": 2005, "annual_budget_usd": null, "logo_url": null, "verified": 1, "region": "Arizona", "description": "Co-founded in 2005 by Eric and Suzanne Dhruv, Ironwood Tree Experience (ITE) has been leading outdoor education programmes in the Sonoran Desert and beyond for 20 years. 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Originally established as a sponsored programme of Prescott College, ITE incorporated as an Arizona nonprofit in 2013." }, { "id": "every-464851783", "slug": "community-works-youth-development", "name": "Community Works Youth Development", "tagline": "Empowering the next generation of leaders to effect change", "mission": "Community Works empowers the next generation of leaders to effect change, delivering programmes to equip elementary, middle, and high school students with the skills and tools they need to discover their futures and find their voices.", "country": "United States", "city": "", "website": "https://mycommunityworks.org", "donation_url": "https://www.every.org/community-works-youth-development#/donate", "beneficiaries_per_year": 300, "ghd_aligned": 0, "founded_year": null, "annual_budget_usd": null, "logo_url": null, "verified": 1, "region": "", "description": "Community Works delivers hands-on, school and community-based programmes across elementary, middle, and high school levels. 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OYEA enlightens young people about their roles as keepers of the environment while imparting enduring outdoor recreational expertise.", "country": "United States", "city": "Indianapolis", "website": "https://www.oyeaindy.org", "donation_url": "https://www.every.org/outdooryouth#/donate", "beneficiaries_per_year": 200, "ghd_aligned": 0, "founded_year": 1988, "annual_budget_usd": null, "logo_url": null, "verified": 1, "region": "Indiana", "description": "Founded by The Dirty Dozen Hunting and Fishing Club, OYEA has been operating youth programmes in central Indiana since 1988 — over 35 years of continuous service. Members receive instruction in archery, fishing, air rifle target shooting, land and water conservation, and hunting safety. These disciplines, often overlooked in urban settings, hold potential for college scholarships and participation in Olympic sporting events. OYEA members also participate in community cleanups to protect urban waterways. The organisation operates from a facility at 2415 E 39th St, Indianapolis." }, { "id": "5fc3c1bf-fabe-493f-8d27-5c7a29055db8", "slug": "city-kids-surfing", "name": "City Kids Surfing", "tagline": "Connecting city kids with the ocean", "mission": "We believe all children should experience the awe and wonder of the ocean. So we take city kids surfing — kids who otherwise wouldn't get the chance.", "country": "United Kingdom", "city": "London", "website": "https://www.getcitykidssurfing.com", "donation_url": "https://giveready.org/donate/city-kids-surfing", "beneficiaries_per_year": 200, "ghd_aligned": 0, "founded_year": 2018, "annual_budget_usd": null, "logo_url": "/citykidssurfing-logo.webp", "verified": 1, "region": null, "description": "City Kids Surfing takes urban children from London on surfing trips and marine conservation experiences. 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Based in Carrboro, North Carolina, RSN serves youth ages 13-20+ across Orange, Durham, Alamance, and Chatham Counties. Staffed by certified peer support specialists with lived recovery experience, RSN provides one-on-one mentoring, weekly peer support groups, and an 8-week Life Skills curriculum using SAMHSA Core Competencies. Young people are referred by schools, treatment programmes, family members, and the justice system. RSN received a 3-year, $600,000 federal BCOR grant from SAMHSA through partnership with Recovery Communities of North Carolina. Founded in memory of 18-year-old Matt McQuiston." }, { "id": "every-453976098", "slug": "youth-aspiring-bold-empowerment", "name": "Youth Aspiring Bold Empowerment", "tagline": "Equipping youth in underserved communities to reach their full potential", "mission": "Youth Aspiring Bold Empowerment is a nonprofit religious or spiritual organization. It is based in Los Angeles, CA. 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It received its nonprofit status in 2013." }, { "id": "finn-wardman-wef", "slug": "finn-wardman-world-explorer-fund", "name": "Finn Wardman World Explorer Fund", "tagline": "Changing lives, one dream at a time", "mission": "The Finn Wardman World Explorer Fund sends young people into the world through adventure grants — funding travel, exploration, and experiences that build confidence, independence, and perspective.", "country": "Bermuda", "city": "Hamilton", "website": "https://www.finnwardman.com", "donation_url": "https://www.finnwardman.com/donate", "beneficiaries_per_year": 10, "ghd_aligned": 0, "founded_year": 2023, "annual_budget_usd": 50000, "logo_url": "/finn-logo.jpeg", "verified": 1, "region": "Bermuda", "description": "The WEF was established in memory of Finn Wardman, who died in 2023 at age 20. Finn was an avid freeride skier in Verbier, a surfer, and someone who lived fully in every moment. The fund honours that spirit by giving other young people the chance to explore the world. Based in Bermuda with an endowment at the Bermuda Community Foundation, the WEF awards grants to young people for adventure travel and cultural exploration. Past grantees have used funds for international travel, outdoor education, and immersive experiences that changed their trajectory. The fund is run by Geordie Wardman, Finn's father, who also writes about adventure, presence, and grief on the WEF blog." }, { "id": "every-921124893", "slug": "youths-empowerment-corporation", "name": "Youths Empowerment Corporation", "tagline": "", "mission": "An organization focused on youth development. 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It received its nonprofit status in 2022.", "country": "United States", "city": "", "website": "", "donation_url": "https://www.every.org/children-youths-empowerment-initiatives-inc#/donate", "beneficiaries_per_year": null, "ghd_aligned": 0, "founded_year": null, "annual_budget_usd": null, "logo_url": null, "verified": 1, "region": "", "description": "An organization focused on youth development. It received its nonprofit status in 2022." }, { "id": "every-851557340", "slug": "community-youth-empowerment", "name": "Community Youth Empowerment", "tagline": "", "mission": "An organization focused on education. It received its nonprofit status in 2021.", "country": "United States", "city": "", "website": "", "donation_url": "https://www.every.org/community-youth-empowerment#/donate", "beneficiaries_per_year": null, "ghd_aligned": 0, "founded_year": null, "annual_budget_usd": null, "logo_url": null, "verified": 1, "region": "", "description": "An organization focused on education. 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It received its nonprofit status in 2017." }, { "id": "every-821427056", "slug": "youth-empowerment-strategist", "name": "Youth Empowerment Strategist", "tagline": "", "mission": "Youth Empowerment Strategist is a nonprofit organization focused on international issues. It is based in Montgomery, AL. It received its nonprofit status in 2017.", "country": "United States", "city": "", "website": "", "donation_url": "https://www.every.org/youth-empowerment-strategist#/donate", "beneficiaries_per_year": null, "ghd_aligned": 0, "founded_year": null, "annual_budget_usd": null, "logo_url": null, "verified": 1, "region": "", "description": "Youth Empowerment Strategist is a nonprofit organization focused on international issues. It is based in Montgomery, AL. It received its nonprofit status in 2017." }, { "id": "every-825208693", "slug": "sangrock-youth-empowerment-initiative", "name": "Sangrock Youth Empowerment Initiative", "tagline": "", "mission": "Sangrock Youth Empowerment Initiative is a nonprofit organization focused on youth development. It is based in Charlotte, NC. It received its nonprofit status in 2018.", "country": "United States", "city": "", "website": "", "donation_url": "https://www.every.org/sangrock-youth-empowerment-initiative#/donate", "beneficiaries_per_year": null, "ghd_aligned": 0, "founded_year": null, "annual_budget_usd": null, "logo_url": null, "verified": 1, "region": "", "description": "Sangrock Youth Empowerment Initiative is a nonprofit organization focused on youth development. It is based in Charlotte, NC. It received its nonprofit status in 2018." } ] }