“Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on earth.”
— Muhammad Ali
Ways to Give.
Volunteer.
With programs circulating all year round, we’re always looking for enthusiastic individuals and corporate groups to provide support in various ways. From being a guest speaker at a workshop to sponsoring an event, your help can be a large contribution to our programs. If you’re interested in giving your time, please fill out our partnership contact form.
be a mentor.
Mentorship is a great way to guide YDC youth to become the advanced STEAM industry professionals we know they can be. As a mentor, you can provide the support and inspiration our youth needs to take the next step to their future. We offer various ways a college student or a professional can be involved in our participants a success.
Hire Our youth.
YDC offers a full roster of talented rising young designers, photographers, filmmakers, and more. Whether you’re looking for a summer intern or to hire at a junior level, our hardworking and enthusiastic youth are the perfect candidates for your team.
Donate.
Your donations are the reason we’re able to provide a wide range of programming for youth across NYC. You can donate online or mail a donation to Youth Design Center, Inc, 112 New Lots Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11212.
Our Wish List:
YDC welcomes a variety of in-kind donations from individuals and corporations. These include:
Gift cards to support needs and achievements
Laptops
Software licenses
Mobile hotspots
Additional supplies for our classes and workshops