The Youth Connection

10/21/2026

We are continuing our special Wednesday drug takeback at the Detroit Police Department 7th Precinct in partnership with WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit, The Youth Connection, Love Detroit Prevention Coalition, Detroit Wayne Integrated Health Network, Detroit Health Department, and other community partners until 6pm. Join us to bring back your unused, expired, or unwanted medication at 3501 Chene St. on Detroit's east side before 6pm! We hope to see you out here!

10/21/2026

The Youth Connection is out at the DPD 7th precinct with the DEA, WDIV, and other community groups hosting a drug takeback event all day (until 6pm). Come out to visit and drop off any unwanted, expired, or unused medication and learn about how to prevent cough medicine misuse and keep your family and community safe! If you want to get more involved, you can sign up to join the Engage Detroit Prevention Coalition and help keep Detroit drug free!

10/16/2026

The Youth Connection is honored to present at Michigan First Credit Union's Centennial Gala tonight in Lathrup Village. MFCU had been a longtime sponsor, donor, and partner of TYC for over 16 years! Congratulations to MFCU on 100 years of service to Michigan!

10/14/2026

🎭 Using creativity to make a powerful impact!

Students from Detroit School of Arts (DSA) are partnering with The Youth Connection’s substance use prevention efforts to produce a powerful “Die-In” demonstration, raising awareness about the dangers of substance use and encouraging important conversations among youth and families.

Through art, advocacy, and education, these young people are using their voices to make a difference in our community! 💙

10/13/2026

🌳 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! 🌱

Let’s get our hands dirty for a greener Detroit! 💚

The Youth Connection is teaming up with The Greening of Detroit for a community tree planting event, and we’re looking for volunteers to help us make a difference!

📅 Saturday, October 17, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 19601 Brock Ave, Detroit, MI 48205

Whether you’re looking to give back, earn volunteer hours, or simply spend your Saturday making a positive impact, we’d love to have you join us!

🌦️ We’re planting rain or shine, so dress for the weather, wear closed-toe shoes, and bring your gardening gloves!

📲 Ready to grow with us? Scan the QR code or click the link to register today!

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10/09/2026

Meet our new TYCCA Director, Eugene E. Jones!

Eugene is jumping right into his new role with action! With more than a decade of experience in nonprofit leadership, workforce development, community partnerships, and participant-centered programming, he brings a strong background in building programs that connect people to meaningful opportunities and resources.

And what better way to kick things off than with our TYC Tailgate!

Eugene led our tailgate-themed The Youth Connection Career Academies (TYCCA) Orientation, setting the tone for the year ahead while introducing himself to the youth, families, and supporters who make TYCCA programming possible.

We’re so happy to officially welcome Eugene to The Youth Connection family and excited to see the vision, leadership, and new direction he brings to our capstone programs. 💙

Welcome to TYC, Eugene!

09/28/2026

TOMORROW’S THE DAY!

We’re kicking off another year of opportunities, experiences, resources, career exploration, and more with The Youth Connection Career Academies (TYCCA)!

Whether you’re a new, current, returning, or past TYCCA student, join us for our Tailgate Orientation and learn what’s ahead for the 2026–2027 program year.

📅 Tuesday, September 29
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 300 River Place Drive, Detroit, MI 48207

🚨Attendance is mandatory for students interested in participating in TYCCA programming this year.🚨

And don’t forget the theme! 👀 Rep your favorite college or university gear and come ready to kick off the year with us!

📲 Scan the QR code or click the link in our bio to register today!

09/22/2026

🏈 YOUR FIRST PLAY STARTS HERE! 🎓

We’re kicking off another year of opportunities, experiences, resources, career exploration, and more with The Youth Connection Career Academies (TYCCA)!

Whether you’re a new, current, returning, or past TYCCA student, join us for our Tailgate Orientation and learn what’s ahead for the 2026–2027 program year.

📅 Tuesday, September 29
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 300 River Place Drive, Detroit, MI 48207

Attendance is mandatory for students interested in participating in TYCCA programming this year.

And don’t forget the theme! 👀 Rep your favorite college or university gear and come ready to kick off the year with us!

📲 Scan the QR code or click the link in our bio to register today!

09/21/2026

This past Saturday, our current The Youth Connection Career Academies (TYCCA) youth had the amazing opportunity to roll up their sleeves and give back! 🌱💚

Our youth joined the Black Legacy Advancement Coalition to help beautify the garden at the Estella Boyd Home for Women, a transitional home for young women in Detroit that provides mentorship, guidance, community, and holistic support.

Experiences like this give our youth the chance to serve their community, work together, and see firsthand the impact they can make right here in Detroit.

Watch our TYCCA youth in action!

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09/04/2026

We are beyond grateful for the role Diversified Members Credit Union continues to play as a community advocate for The Youth Connection’s programming.

Thank you to the entire team for your continued impact and commitment to strengthen our mission to connect youth to a brighter future.

Thank you to our team and members for helping us raise $1,850 for our Charity of the Quarter, The Youth Connection!

This amazing organization exposes youth to new opportunities to grow, learn and serve their communities that encourage them to see beyond their neighborhoods.