Fresh Youth Initiatives, Inc.

🚀 This is your moment to help launch the next generation of leaders. We’ve just opened bidding for three mission-driven silent auction items that directly support FYI’s ELEVATE program: ✅ Equip a STEAM Lab ✅ Build a Literacy & Math Hub ✅ Fuel Youth-Led Community Impact Projects A fully stocked classroom costs $5,000 per year — and your early bid helps us get there. Start bidding now, and turn your generosity into books, robotics kits, art supplies, and community projects for youth in Washington Heights and Inwood. 👉 Don’t wait — the sooner you bid, the more impact you create: https://lnkd.in/g83AWWnW When you invest in young people, they become the problem-solvers we all need. #SilentAuction #NonprofitLeadership #YouthDevelopment #WashingtonHeights #STEM #Literacy #CommunityImpact #JourneysBenefit

🚨 We’re excited to announce that the Journeys Benefit auction is now live on Handbid! Our first release? Two Orchestra Prime tickets to the Metropolitan Opera’s performance of Il Barbiere di Siviglia on May 8, 2025 — a perfect evening of world-class music and elegance. We’ll be unveiling new auction items every Tuesday and Friday leading up to our Journeys Benefit on April 3rd. These exclusive offerings are a great way to support the youth of Washington Heights and Inwood while treating yourself or others to memorable experiences. 👉 Start bidding here: https://lnkd.in/gNEDPv5u #JourneysBenefit #Nonprofit #SilentAuction #Fundraising #SupportYouth #MetOpera #WashingtonHeights

🌟 Big News! Bring Your Crew to the Journeys Benefit! 🌟 Imagine stepping into a room filled with changemakers—people like you who believe in opportunity, community, and the promise of the next generation. On April 3rd at Chelsea Glasshouse, you have the chance to be part of something extraordinary. ✨ Introducing Our Group Packages! ✨ Whether you’re gathering friends, colleagues, or fellow advocates, we’ve got the perfect way for you to share the joy and amplify your impact: 💙 $2,500 Friends & Family Package – 6 tickets + recognition in the event journal. 💼 $5,000 Corporate Networking Package – 8 tickets + company name featured in event materials. 🏆 $7,500 Champion Package – 10 tickets + social media spotlight + premium branding. 🎤 $10,000 Presenting VIP Package – 10 tickets + stage time to address attendees + top-tier branding. 📖 Bonus Opportunity! Advertise in our event journal and showcase your commitment to community impact! At Fresh Youth Initiatives, we know the best stories are written by those who step up. Your support isn't just a donation—it’s a statement. Will you be the one who says yes? Secure your group package or become a sponsor today! 💙 🔗 Link to purchase: https://lnkd.in/gNEDPv5u #JourneysBenefit #FYICommunity #MakeAnImpact #Changemakers #GivingBack #WashingtonHeights #Inwood #NYCEvents

🌎 Journeys shape us. Community sustains us. ✨ At Fresh Youth Initiatives, we know that every young person deserves a place where they can grow, thrive, and belong. The Journeys Benefit is more than just an event—it’s a celebration of resilience, home, and the futures we build together. 🎤 Inspiring stories 🎶 Live entertainment 🍸 Cocktail-style reception 🎁 Silent auction Join us in supporting over 1,300 youth as they navigate their own journeys. Secure your ticket today: https://lnkd.in/gNEDPv5u #JourneysBenefit #StrongerTogether #BuildingFutures #WashingtonHeights

🚀 We’re counting on you! Want to showcase your brand in front of FYI’s dedicated supporters, business leaders, and changemakers who believe in investing in the future of Washington Heights youth? Sponsorship and ad space opportunities are available for the Journeys Benefit! This is your chance to align with a mission-driven organization and make a lasting impact. Secure your sponsorship today! 🔗 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gNEDPv5u #JourneysBenefit #FreshYouthInitiatives #Sponsorship #CommunityImpact

Exciting opportunity to effect change in NYC: FYI seeks an experienced, passionate fundraising professional to be our new Chief Revenue Officer. Working at FYI offers the opportunity to support an organization with deep roots in a local community whose work is scalable on a city, state, and national level. Apply today or share this post with your network.

We’re excited to announce that we’ve been selected as a grantee for #NYLFoundation’s Aim High funding program! The grant will allow us to guide students in navigating academic rigor, complex social pressures (including social media), and increased mental health challenges. Thanks to our 2-year Aim High funding, FYI's middle schoolers will get to 9th grade on time & ready to thrive.  #AfterschoolWorks New York Life Insurance Company

So much appreciation to our Valley Bank volunteer squad! Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders had so much fun playing the money game -- you made learning about earning, saving, and spending so much fun - thank you!

Perfect weather for Hike the Heights’ 20th anniversary! Thank you to the organizers for bringing the uptown community together. We remember the very first HTH :) #HiketheHeights Ysabel Abreu Mejía NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and so many others!

Congratulations, Janelle and Fola! It was a true pleasure getting to know you and Peter through the Place FORWARD project. We also look forward to continuing - and expanding - our relationship with Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health!