CALIFORNIA CONFERENCE FOR EQUALITY AND JUSTICE “Let’s Get Real” Youth-Led Dialogue Circles

Let’s get real: even though we’re not quarantining anymore, do you still feel isolated and disconnected? CCEJ’s “Let’s Get Real” dialogue series will be a brave and safe space for youth in Long Beach to connect, laugh, cry and vent. In Summer 2023, CCEJ will organize group conversations for youth ages 14-24 on topics like: how to interrupt prejudice and discrimination, gain self-confidence, and communicate across identity differences. Each dialogue will host up to 15 participants at different locations across the city. Vote for CCEJ’s project, join the conversation, and inspire each other to thrive!
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Estimated Cost: $10,000

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SPCA LOS ANGELES “Friends For Life Summer Camp”

Pet kittens. Train shelter dogs. Attend spcaLA’s Friends for Life Summer Camp. Learn the basics of dog training, cat care, and how to develop a career with animals, while gaining empathy building and conflict resolution skills, among others! Your vote will provide 40 youth (ages 14-17), from 90804, 90805, and 90813, with scholarships, transportation, and meals for one week of spcaLA’s Friends for Life Summer Camp. ● 8/7/23 - 8/11/23, 8:30am - 2:30pm ● spcaLA Companion Animal Village in El Dorado Park ● Shuttles from central areas ● spcaLA.com Expand violence prevention humane education to underserved youth - vote spcaLA!
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Estimated Cost: $21,500

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FILIPINO MIGRANT CENTER “SPEAK (Storytelling For People’s Empowerment, Advocacy, and Knowledge”

SPEAK (Storytelling for People’s Empowerment, Advocacy, and Knowledge) is a six-week workshop series from July through August centered around activism and social justice for Filipino youth ages 14-24 in West Long Beach. Youth will grow as leaders by learning about community organizing through multimedia storytelling. Explore issues that matter to Filipino youth such as education, accessing mental health resources, or standing up against anti-Asian hate. Tell your story using photography, podcasting, poetry, or other art forms and inspire others to take action and create change! Youth stipends will be available. Visit filipinomigrantcenter.org to sign up!
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Estimated Cost: $15,000

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CALIFORNIA FAMILIES IN FOCUS “I Matter 2 Summer Youth Program”

I Matter 2 is a 9 Week Summer Youth Program for Youth 13-21 that will be held at Jordan High School, Room 502: June 26-August 25 1:40pm-5:00pm Monday-Friday The program focuses on shedding light on bullying & suicide prevention through activities and entrepreneur “make money now” workshops, such as makeup artist, modeling, photography/videography. Youth will also receive group mentoring by professionals who will share their life stories & tips on coping with youth issues followed by movie night/ice cream socials. The program will end with a professional photo shoot, a Nike shoe making field trip and a fashion presentation.
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Estimated Cost: $70,000

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THE MUSTARD SEED ENTREPRISES “Cover With Love”

It’s a Community Affaire! Record-high turnout is expected. So cast your vote for the first “Cover With Love” summer program. We’re inviting 25 youth, 8-24 from the 90805 neighborhood to meet us at the Michelle Obama Library to learn how to create personalized quilts for children needing extra love in foster care, orphanages and diagnosed with a critical illness. Not only will they learn cool skills like cutting, tracing, designing and sewing, we want them to SHINE by showing off their talents & skills too! And Yes! We’re gonna have fun! Plus, they can earn a stipend - up to $600.00! - just for being part of this awesome “Community Idea With A Global Vision". On Purpose!
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Estimated Cost: $64,838

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CASA YOUTH SHELTER “It’s On The Casa”

Housing, gift cards, social outings, school supplies, groceries - it’s on us! We want youth to know Casa Youth Shelter has their back. In our 6-week program in central Long Beach, we will connect youth to essential resources, including housing, basic needs, incentives, and participate in activities that are going to not only be fun, but also support their success. Group activities will include mindfulness sessions, counseling, and life skills that will provide a sense of community with their peers. Providing these resources allows youth to begin their journey towards independence and helps prevent youth homelessness.
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Estimated Cost: $60,000

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OUR GENERATION CARES + APRIL PARKER FOUNDATION “Ignition To Independence”

Are you tired of being the passenger in your own life? Ready to take charge of your journey and drive towards independence? Well, hop in the driver's seat and join our movement in creating a generation of responsible and knowledgeable youth drivers! With our program, you'll not only ace your DMV tests but also gain a wealth of knowledge about car ownership and driving safety - so you can drive with confidence and style. You'll also get to experience the thrill of driving with our real car driving simulator, meet inspiring guest speakers, and enjoy exciting field trips that will make your friends jealous. Plus, we'll throw in a $50 stipend to cover your DMV fees, a $50 gas gift card, and access to a car for your DMV driving test (accompanied by a mentor). Our program is designed and organized by the coolest youth board members and mentors of Our Generation Cares who believe in empowering young adults aged 16-24 to take control of their lives. So, don't be a backseat driver in your own life, we've got you covered so that you can focus on learning and gaining confidence on the road.
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Estimated Cost: $64,000

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PROJECT OPTIMISM “A Mental Peace Is A Master Peace”

Imagine a community where youth had access to college enrolled mentors who have overcome similar lived experiences. Project Optimism's 8 week program places youth in small groups with a mentor who is reflective of their identities twice a week. The program focuses on the holistic wellbeing and mental health of youth. The curriculum encourages reflection, vulnerability, skill building, and systems change. Activities include understanding music's impact on mental health, the use of art as a form of expression, and competitive team building projects. At the conclusion of this program, students will identify ways their school site can better support the social and emotional well being of students. In addition students will develop mental health resources that can be provided to their peers. Mentors will receive additional mental health training and mentorship support for themselves to foster additional personal development and preparedness to support their community.
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Estimated Cost: $32,513

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DEVOTION FITNESS, INC. “Sunset Boxing And Wellness”

Devotion Fitness is offering 12 weeks of Boxing, Yoga, and Sound Bath lessons for youth ages 18 and over. Our classes are beginner friendly and a fun way to build community. Equipment is provided! Devotion Fitness serves the LGBTQ+ and underestimated community of Southern California. Our programs help young adults navigate life by building community, alleviating stress and improving physical health, while providing an affirming space to exercise. 10 Scholarships available for students who need extra support. 20 Stipends will be available for participants who attend 16 or more classes. Anyone looking for a friendly workout environment is welcomed.
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Estimated Cost: $20,000

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SUCCESS IN CHALLENGES “Rooted With WELLTH”

In the course of 8 weeks, Long Beach youth will take part in a safe and welcoming space to explore the different cultures of Long Beach. This program will allow youth from different backgrounds the experience to laugh, cry, learn, connect and build long lasting relationships with African Americans, Latinx, Asian, and Pacific Islanders. Throughout the program, youth will dive into the 8 dimensions of wellness practices, all while earning a stipend of $100 per week. By the end of the program, all youth will gain leadership development and hands-on life skills in topics like financial literacy and mental wellbeing that can be used in the real world.
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Estimated Cost: $60,000

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JAZZ ANGELS “Summer JAMM”

Calling All Music Lovers! Come Jam With Us! Jazz Angels is inviting 40 youth, ages 11-17, to participate in an 8-week music program, at no cost. They will learn about and how to play jazz in a safe, supportive, nurturing environment, while increasing their confidence to engage socially and musically with their communities. Band rehearsals and workshops are twice a week, one hour each. We have 3 locations available for rehearsals, Red Shield Salvation Army, Admiral Kidd Park and Lindbergh Stem Academy. To end the program, each band will perform in a festival at Chavez Park on September 9, 2023. Upon completing the program, each youth will receive a $100 stipend, food, t-shirt and hat for their performances.
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Estimated Cost: $28,750

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LOVE BEYOND LIMITS “Play @ King Park”

Play @ King Park is a 10- week day camp program designed to help build life skills, provide social connectedness, and provide youth with the experiences, tools, and support they need to thrive today and plan for tomorrow. Youth and emerging adults will indulge in small group workshops focusing on things such as accountability, hygiene, love, and social skills. By the end of this 10- week program young people will have developed the skills attending to entrepreneurship, graphic designing, positive identity & self-awareness, financial literacy, screenprinting, workforce development opportunities, social media and mental well being, and a lot more fun but impactful abilities. Youth will engage with peers on a daily basis, strengthening their team building skills with physical activities, and leadership development skills with different types of challenges. During this camp all participants will receive $50 stipends, and selected participants will be eligible for $1,500 stipends.
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Estimated Cost: $51,000

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EARTHLODGE CENTER FOR TRANSFORMATION “Youth Rites Of Passage”

On the westside of Long Beach, near Cabrillo High, sits a secluded, magical urban sanctuary that many are discovering is a hidden gem of the city. The Earthlodge Center for Transformation is a safe haven for young people who want to use nature and the elements of the outdoors to release and heal emotions, grief, anger and worry that they might not know they had. For one week in late July, a group of 20 youth, ages 12-17 years old will share a unique non judgemental healing experience designed to help restore inner joy and peace called Youth Rites of Passage. Daily wellness workshops like “Hula Hoop If You’re Happy”; “Crystal Identification for Energy and Protection”; or the “Power of Plant Medicine to Heal the Body and Mind”; “It’s A Vibe - Sonic Healing to Raise Your Frequency” are taught in an intimate and caring setting where kids become connected. It’s tough to navigate our feelings and emotions, we can get stuck in fear or isolation. Using West African Djembe drumming, we stimulate and invigorate our minds, bodies and spirits. The Youth Rites of Passage program offers unconventional ways to address mental health outside of institutions and uncover a solid emotional and spiritual foundation within yourself. This exciting program celebrates all cultures, genders, identities and expressions, centers African American, Latino/x, Asian and Indigenous and uplifts the well-being and safety of LGBTQI youth. $100 stipends and bus passes provided to encourage your participation.
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Estimated Cost: $25,000

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M.O.R.E MOTHERS “Summer Full Of Art Program”

Our youth ages 8-13 need a safe and supportive environment to grow, learn and develop creatively. This program allows youth to explore their creativity through: painting, drawing, creating vision boards, clay making, photography and free admission to local museums. The inclusiveness of our program (for youth with all abilities) teaches awareness, acceptance, community building and effective life-skills. This program will inspire youth to follow a new found passion in art and/or leave with the tools to use art as therapy, healthy self expression and as a wellness outlet. Ending with a showcase exhibit will build confidence and encourage youth to use their voice. Friends, family and the community are invited to show up and support our youth. Program Structure • 5 - 1.5 hour Art Workshops • Community Art Exhibit Incentive • $150 gift card upon program completion Program Structure • 5 - 1.5 hour Art Workshops • Community Art Exhibit Incentive • $150 gift card upon program completion
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Estimated Cost: $56,892

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BIRTHWORKERS OF COLOR “Birthworkers Of Color Doula Training”

At Birthworkers of Color Collective we train Doulas from the perspective that all birthing people have the right to choose to have children or not in a safe, healthy & consensual environment and have the education to make the best informed decision for themselves. Young pregnant and parenting people struggle to find resources and have their rights respected and heard in pregnancy/birth & beyond. We are committed to reproductive justice by training youth to serve youth. Doulas are individuals who provide information, support, comfort, & advocacy for folks who might be pregnant or give birth. A doula is a non-medical support person who often works with other providers and is an integral part of the pregnant person’s care team. After this training youth will: ● Advocate for and with themselves, their clients, and families to ensure that their communities thrive ● Be prepared to start their own business as a private practice Doula with continued support via a one year membership to our Collective
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Estimated Cost: $75,000

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LONG BEACH BLAST “BLAST (Better Learning for All Students Today) Summer Program”

Summer BLAST Program will focus on youth ages 13- 20 living in zip codes 90802, 90813, 90815. BLAST will offer Monday - Friday (9am-2pm) college & career advisor led workshops that will help students plan for their future. Long Beach BLAST will provide a drop in space in Long Beach 90807 where students can attend: 1:1 mentoring, resume/interview workshops, learn about community services available to them, self care and personal well being workshops, financial literacy workshops and the opportunity to research and learn about various careers in Long Beach and LA County. With enrollment, BLAST would provide free bus passes to our space so students can easily access our program this summer. As part of the BLAST Summer program, you will be mentored, tutored, supported, and enriched so that your academic performances, self-esteem, social attitudes, and relationships are improved and strengthened.
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Estimated Cost: $63,700

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MUSIQUE SUR LA MER ORCHESTRAS, INC. “Summer Camp for Youth Musicians”

Got MUSIC?? Wanna Learn More and PLAY MORE this Summer?!!? Musique Sur La Mer will be hosting its 20th annual FREE "Summer Camp for Youth Musicians!" right here in Long Beach! "Summer Camp" will help develop musical skills and artistic expression AND provide opportunities for shared and group leadership and personal development (increase self-esteem & confidence, social-emotional well-being, etc.). By providing this FREE Summer Camp to Long Beach area youth ages 9-19, we help to make music programs MORE ACCESSIBLE to our diverse Long Beach communities! Need an INSTRUMENT?? We'll have one just for YOU! Join Musique Sur La Mer this Summer and express yourself on a journey of musical and personal growth in a safe, FUN, and supportive community. Come PLAY with us!
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Estimated Cost: $25,000

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THE BLACC SHEEP “The Blacc Sheep Youth Leadership Master Class”

A six week, four days a week summer program that will start July 5, 2023 and is set to end August 11, 2023 with an end of the summer program on August 12, 2023. The purpose of the program is to give youth a pre cosmetology program that will prepare them in the hair and braid industry. Giving a hands-on approach while learning new styles, building clientele, building healthy relationships, financial literacy workshops, volunteering in their community, hearing stories of interesting people that have made it in the industry, and being a part of a community of young leaders. Sit in workshops that will help them grow their own business and get experience working in a real hair studio which will help them to prepare for owning or managing their own salon in the future, work on real life patterns and build their confidence and self esteem while making friends this will most definitely be a program that will change the way youth see self employment which will help to prepare them for their future.
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Estimated Cost: $62,500

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SEEDS OF MORNING GLORY “Passport To Long Beach”

Our Youth Program seeks to improve the reading skills and comprehension of at-risk youth in the 90805 area of Long Beach, Literature is introduced as the basic building blocks for learning, reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills. Reading also improves imagination, creativity, and a lifelong love of reading. Youth participants will have the ability to engage with books, poems, arts & crafts projects, writing, and chat time.Youth will be introduced to the Passport to Long Beach, where youth will receive stickers for passports and a journal to document any observations & reflections during fun-filled field trips. Topics during the program include diversity, entrepreneurship, finance, career exploration, and employment preparation to ready them for the future. The youth will also be introduced to the art of Chess which is designed to help its pupils develop and improve their critical thinking skills while being awarded with prizes as incentives for their efforts. Our program will also increase their confidence, self-esteem, broaden vocabulary, reading ability, develop a thirst for literacy, and embrace new interactions, life skills, and sense of community.
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Estimated Cost: $42,495

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