Our Impact
Over the last 30 years SparkYouth NYC has supported more than 85 youth development programs that have gone on to serve over 3 million young people, and counting.
Stats
Our rigorous selection process and close partnership with organizations has allowed us to achieve a proven track record of selecting and investing in the best emerging youth development programs in NYC.
3M+
Young people served
85%
Organizations still active
2x-15x
Growth of organizations
Success Stories
City Living
Empowers youth aging out of foster care to transition successfully into adulthood by providing essential resources and in-depth support.
2x
Young people served
75%
Staff growth
350%
Revenue growth
Success Stories
America on Tech
Prepares the next generation of technology leaders from underestimated communities.
15x
Growth in budget
85%
AOT’s Black college students in STEM majors
74%
Annual growth in students served
Success Stories
Bronx Lacrosse
Improves educational opportunities and life outcomes for underserved middle and high school students in the Bronx.
100%
Students graduate high school
300%
Growth in overall budget
5x
Increase in staff
Beyond the Numbers
At SparkYouth, growth is about more than scale.
Too often nonprofits are pressured to ‘increase their numbers’ without first investing in their own infrastructure or building the systems necessary to become sustainable for the long-term.
That’s why we define success not only as the expansion of a program, or the deepening of services in a specific community, but also the strengthening of an organization’s people, practices, and resources, paving the road for lasting impact.
Testimonials
Being a SparkYouth grantee has exceeded my expectations as Futures Ignite has quadrupled in size and impact, overcome obstacles and challenges through the process, and gained tremendous guidance, tools, and resources with SparkYouth’s investment.”
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