Youth LEAPS

Working to improve economic and educational outcomes for Black, racialized and at-risk youth. Research | Design | Service Coordination | Program delivery

[Youth LEAPS @youthleaps]

Learn2Work is coming back!!! More details soon 😏

[Robleh @robjama]

Backstory: The inspo came from the @535TORONTO community fund experiment. Watching small grants go to builders like @hudzah and @tommytrxnh showed what's possible.

I kept it going, backing @adennurie_. Then teamed up with @danielnieto_ and @maanavsunman. Together we backed @chloe_h_nguyen, @bskdany + more. (you should follow all of these cool people, will share more of their stories soon)

Now we're formalizing it. United Builders scales belief capital...starting in Canada and North America, with global ambitions

[Robleh @robjama]

I started my first company in school with $500. It was called Sneakerplay, a social network for sneakerheads.

That was a long time ago but it taught me something I still believe: you don’t need a lot money to start.

That’s why I loved launching the 535 Community Fund—a micro-grants experiment to back inspiring projects with $100–$500+.

Imagine a version of this that covers the cost of AI coding tools for young builders. If that excites you, DM me. I’d love to learn more and see if I can help.

[The Northpine Foundation @NorthpineCanada]

Proudly announcing an investment in @youthleaps to tackle youth unemployment in #Scarborough
Learn2Work will offer GED support & employment training to youth who need credentials to access stable employment
https://t.co/CL5YfenDoR
Share your venture idea: https://t.co/hRZ7TTUo3W

[Foundation For Black Communities @FdnBlkComm]

You still have time to sign our letter of support for the Black-led philanthropic endowment, which will allow us to continue investing in Black-led, Black-serving, and Black-focused charities, non-profits, and grassroots groups throughout Canada: https://t.co/7oWxJ1aD4x

[Youth LEAPS @youthleaps]

We proudly endorse the @FdnBlkComm Foundation for Black Communities’ bid to administer the Black Philanthropic Endowment Fund. Join us and express your support here: https://t.co/HTwx5o1mLP #fundFFBC

[Forward Global @fwd_global]

Reflecting on philanthropy's role after the racial violence that killed 10 in Buffalo, we recall @youthleaps' Liban Abokor at #TPWGlobalSummit: “If you have power, especially power to administer & distribute public assets, you cannot be impatient—you must be defiantly impatient."

[Youth LEAPS @youthleaps]

Great opportunity!

[Foundation For Black Communities @FdnBlkComm]

Hey, Community! We NEED YOUR HELP to build FFBC's upcoming Community Grants Programs. Please consider serving on one of our Grant Advisory Committees! To learn more visit: https://t.co/swngCRpKes

[Youth LEAPS @youthleaps]

. @Microsoft's "Black Student Day" happening on March 25th, 2022 from 9 am - 1:15 pm.

Black students get:
- opportunity to explore STEM careers
- career counseling from Microsoft employees
- learn about cool tech.

Please share!

Registration:
https://t.co/941VBJj8md

[Forward Global @fwd_global]

“If you have power, especially the power to administer and distribute public assets, you cannot be patient—you must be defiantly impatient.” @youthleaps ED @lib_abo speaks about how #justice requires #philanthropy to steward resources equitably. #TPWGlobalSummit

[Youth LEAPS @youthleaps]

Today on #GivingTuesday, we hope you'll consider making a gift to Youth LEAPS to help us deliver meaningful education and employment services to support Black youth. To make a gift: https://t.co/XOAeOaDb4m

Thank you for your support ❤️

[TAIBU Community Health Centre @TAIBU_CHC]

We were privileged to welcome Minister Tibollo @MichaelTibollo Mister Cho @RaymondChoPC MPP Vijay @VijayThaniMPP, Tracy MacArthur @CAMHnews and Paul Bailey @BlackHealthCAN for the SAPACCY program expansion in Ontario

[Youth LEAPS @youthleaps]

Want a job in tech? Want to work at one of the coolest companies in the world? Then check out our Virtual Recruitment Event TONIGHT at 6pm. Registration: https://t.co/sTFK9c1yEK
@GEN_CHOS3N

[Youth LEAPS @youthleaps]

Thank you @FdnBlkComm!

[Foundation For Black Communities @FdnBlkComm]

Thank you so much to the 70+ wonderful representatives from Toronto/GTA B3 community groups and 6 funders who helped make our 3rd and 4th Meet the Funders events a success!

Keep an eye out for Meet the Funders Alberta!
Register Here Today: https://t.co/DSJd9xjPtK

[Faculty of Education Summer Institute @FESI_YorkU]

#FESI2021 brings together leading voices @YorkUeducation, practioners & community to Restructure & Reimagine #OntEd

Visit: https://t.co/LQ2K52xz1i

Roles of Philanthropy in Education #MinnieKaranja @NABSE_org #LibanAbakor @youthleaps #Ikem Opara @RideauHallFdn #MoyFung @CCIDWE

[Foundation For Black Communities @FdnBlkComm]

Did you know that 43% of Black-led non-profits and charities do not know where to go for funding? That’s why FFBC is launching our Meet the Funders Series, a chance for Black orgs to meet funders, learn about grant opportunities, and share work they’re doing in communities.

[TAIBU Community Health Centre @TAIBU_CHC]

Our mobile clinic is at Abu Huraira Centre today from 11 am onwards. Families are invited for your vaccination. 18+. Food & Refreshment.... No appointments required. @TAIBU_CHC @SHNcares @thebpao @youthleaps @AbuHurairaAHC 280 Yorkland Blvd

[Youth LEAPS @youthleaps]

Students have fallen behind during the pandemic, teachers say, and some may never catch up. This is particularly worse for Black youth. What is the plan to address this alarming educational crisis?
@tdsb @TCDSB @ONeducation
https://t.co/EGNMmToMze

[Liban A. @lib_abo]

Future-making news! Important new supports that will support Black-led, serving community groups across Canada to continue doing their incredible work.

@rldarwent @DrJosephJSmith @AmareDjaka @FdnBlkComm

[Foundation For Black Communities @FdnBlkComm]

Join Minister @HonAhmedHussen as he discusses the implications of the Federal 2021 budget for Black Communities. REGISTER STILL OPEN: https://t.co/Dqeo90zKAm

April 19, 2021 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm (EST)

@BlackCdnNetwork