Talent Youth Center

At the Talent Youth Center (TYC), a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 2007, we focus on closing the college and career readiness gap in inner-city and rural areas.

We provide comprehensive trades programs in partnership with Interplay, where students gain licenses in various trades through augmented reality experiences, receive OSHA certification, and benefit from job placement assistance.

Additionally, our virtual reality (VR) college tours bring universities directly to students, overcoming barriers of travel and cost.

According to Scholastic, 40% of high school dropouts recognize their likelihood of dropping out as early as 5th grade due to a disconnect between classroom learning and real-life applications. Our programs bridge this gap, offering early exposure to career readiness for students from elementary school through adulthood.

Together, we empower the next generation of leaders and skilled professionals.

Empowering Students for a Brighter Future

Supporting Students Every Step of the Way

Early Career Exposure

Trades Initiatives

Parent Engagement

College Tours

Middle School Initiative

Early College Exposure

Brilliance is Spread Out Equally

Opportunity is Not

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How To Help

There are two ways you can join the TYC team – we’re always looking for individuals who believe in the work we do and in the communities we serve. The first opportunity is monetary. The TYC is a 501c3 non-profit organization, so every donation given is tax deductible.

The second way to get involved is by volunteering your time. We’re always looking for enthusiastic individuals who enjoy sending emails, making phone calls, assisting with organizing events and helping to elevate our visibility to communities across the United States.

Empowering Futures, Bridging Gaps