Our Mission

SparkYouth ignites growth in community-based programs to expand opportunities for the young people of New York City.

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Our Values

SparkYouth’s values are reflected at every level of the organization: with our grantees, our team, and our supporters.

Innovation

New ideas are essential to progress.

That’s why we identify visionary leaders with innovative solutions to persistent challenges facing our city’s youth.

Partnership

We lead with listening and respond to the unique needs of each grantee.

We build partnerships that are transformative, not transactional.

Trust

Donors feel confident giving to SparkYouth because of the rigor and care we bring to selecting and supporting our organizations.

Grantees know we believe in their work and expertise.

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Investment

Investment is about more than dollars.

It’s about the exponential impact that’s possible when the right resources and opportunities are brought together at a critical point in an organization’s trajectory.

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Get Involved

Want to ignite opportunity?

Join us and give more young people opportunities to explore, dream, and thrive.