Fresh Youth Initiatives

In Washington Heights, a closely-knit Latino community in northern Manhattan, 37% of children live below the poverty line; 63% read below grade level; many are categorized homeless, living doubled-up with extended family. Language barriers, cultural differences, and lack of social capital prevent parents from helping their kids with basic school tasks. Limited resources inhibit parents and children from accessing: academic supports; counseling and crisis interventions; or trusted and professional evaluation to address other complex concerns.

Families and schools rely on FYI to fill those gaps, and FYI relies on donor contributions to support our essential, life-changing programs.