10 Years of Excellence

Young Men of Purpose is an enrichment program that attempts to innovatively and efficiently guide inner-city elementary, middle, and high school males through a rewarding program that will challenge, enlighten, and promote positive self-image and behaviors.

YMOP is proud to be a part of growth and academic development. YMOP offers numerous examples of relevant academic, social, and practical leadership trainings that are vital to a competitive 21st-century student. YMOP knows when our young men of color access the same opportunities as other ethnic counterparts they are successful.

Young Men of Purpose

Why Choose Us?

Graduation Rates
YMOP Boyz have a 97% graduation rate. Our Boyz graduate at high rates than state and local averages.
Post-Secondary
75% of YMOP high school graduates are currently enrolled or graduated from college or technical programs. Our Boyz attend 4-year universities, graduate programs, military, and technical programs.
Values
91% of YMOP scholars stated they have applied the YMOP core values to their everyday lives. They can explain and demonstrate manhood, integrity, and purpose.
Leadership
Our Boyz have the opportunity to lead school-wide initiatives to promote community change. Our most popular is our anti-bullying campaign.

Our Boyz Graduate

Take a look at our graduates.

Testimonials

Lisa Burton

“Thank you so much for having this group at Aurora Central High School. YOUNG MEN OF PURPOSE has helped my two sons in a very positive way. My oldest son is so determined to go to college this fall for pre-med and wants to start ASAP. My younger son is focused on graduating and basketball."

Ronnie Bruce

“I would like to start off by saying I appreciate the fact that someone has finally organized a program which caters to young black teens to help prepare them for college life and gives them tools to prepare for their futures."

How YMOP Works

This Program is a For-Profit Organization
/ During School
  • Schools select 10-25 students to participate
  • Academic Motivation
  • Male Role Models
  • A Place to Belong
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YMOP is for 3rd-12th-grade boyz seeking leadership opportunities, positive male role models, academic motivation, and a cool place to belong.