The Youth Connection

The Youth Connection

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The Youth Connection exposes youth to new opportunities to grow, learn and serve their communities that encourage them to see beyond their neighborhoods.

The Youth Connection is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Southeast Michigan connecting youth to a brighter future. We are committed to providing high-quality youth programs, advocacy and supportive services. We provide programs such as our Career Academies, Nutrition Education, Substance Abuse Prevention, and our Ticket to Float Summer Kayaking Program. We connect youth, young adults and the

05/26/2026

The Youth Connection is excited to announce our newest community initiative: FREE Graduation Photoshoots for Metro Detroit graduates! 🎓

As Detroit celebrates one of its highest graduation rates in recent years, we want to help students celebrate and memorialize this incredible accomplishment with photos they can proudly look back on for years to come.

These sessions are designed to support graduates who may not otherwise have access to professional graduation photography services and ensure every student has the opportunity to celebrate this important milestone.

Each graduate will receive a FREE 30-minute session complete with edited high-resolution photos to help commemorate their next chapter.

Appointments are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Click the link in our below to register for your session today!

http://bit.ly/4326yEi

05/25/2026

Today we take moment to honor the military personnel who committed to an eternity of service.

At The Youth Connection we extend our deepest thanks and gratitude to servants of our country.

Happy Memorial Day ❤️🤍💙

Photos from The Youth Connection's post 05/24/2026

From fiery wings to tropical treats and crowd-favorite classics, this year’s Chiefs Cooking for Kids winners brought the flavor, creativity, and community spirit to the table. 🔥

These incredible Chiefs not only impressed the crowd with their dishes, but also helped raise critical support for The Youth Connection’s programs and services that connect youth across Metro Detroit to brighter futures.

Meet this year’s winners and help us celebrate the leaders, partners, and community champions who made CC4K 2026 unforgettable. 💙

MetroDetroit

Photos from Diversified Members Credit Union's post 05/12/2026

Thank you for all you contribute to our organization DMCU đź’śđź’™

05/11/2026

Today we’re sending love and appreciation to all the women who help shape our homes, families, and communities. Your care, sacrifices, encouragement, and resilience do not go unnoticed.

We hope your day is filled with peace, joy, and moments that remind you just how valued you are. đź’™

Photos from The Youth Connection's post 05/07/2026

The chiefs are getting ready for tonight's Chiefs Cooking for Kids event at 300 River Place Dr, Detroit, MI 48207! Catch our segment on Fox 2's Good Day Detroit morning show around 10:40ish to see Chief Ronald Haddad demonstrating how to make his lamb and rice recipe that will be featured at our event. Come out tonight and enjoy the food, fun, and witness the battle among 19 Metro Detroit area chiefs to see whose recipe will win them the title of 2026 Chief Chef! Tickets available at http://tiny.cc/2026CC4K

04/25/2026

There's ONE HOUR LEFT to return your unused, unwanted, or expired pills as part of the DEA Drug Takeback Day event happening now in Detroit and in cities across the state and country! For information on your closest takeback site, please visit https://www.dea.gov/takebackday -locator

Photos from Diversified Members Credit Union's post 04/24/2026

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300 River Place Drive, Suite 1400
Detroit, MI
48207

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm