Fuerza Foundation “MoMEntum”

What makes a great summer? Getting out, trying new things, meeting new people while getting paid to learn. That’s what MoMEntum is all about, a summer career exploration program that connects you to real opportunities throughout our city of Long Beach. If you’re 14-18 years, we’ll take you beyond the classroom and into the real world. You’ll visit a Harley mechanic shop, take a harbor boat tour to explore the Blue Economy (careers with the ocean), check out welding at Long Beach City College, and meet a city council member to see how decisions get made. Along the way, you’ll build confidence and decision-making skills, learn how to apply for jobs, sharpen your interview skills, and earn stipends ($) for participating plus a certificate you can use for jobs or college. If you’re 18-24 years and into music, we offer the Sound & Recording Workshop, a 6-week hands-on experience with a Capitol Records producer at a real Long Beach studio. MoMEntum is your chance to explore your future, build skills, make connections, and get paid while doing it. For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/yx4xu9eu
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Estimated Cost: $50,000

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Shared Science “R.E.A.D.Y. - Robotics Exploration And Development for Youth”

Are you interested in building awesome robots? This free 3-week program, open to incoming 6th- 12th graders allows you to build and develop STEM skills using VEX (V5) Robotics. You will also have the opportunity to win your very own VEX kit. VEX is an easy-to-understand building system that can be rearranged and rebuilt into millions of different robots and mechanical systems. We will use the VEX Robotics system to provide foundational knowledge and then build on it, providing unique experiences that grow the youth’s expertise in engineering, programming, and building. You will partake in competition-based and general robotics projects to help foster your STEM knowledge, along with rapid-fire daily challenges. VEX will be used to meet you at your experience level, whether you have thorough experience from middle school or if it’s the first time you’ve seen VEX. Free transportation will be provided to program participants through Long Beach Transit's free GoPass Tap Card Program for K-12 students. Our goal is to have 40-48 participants. We will also offer volunteer opportunities with a stipend for around 12 experienced youth mentors to help run the program. For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/3rwrtrkn

Estimated Cost: $50,000

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Youth Leadership Institute “Kaleidoscope Theater Workshop”

GET PAID TO PLAY! Do you like art!? VOTE HERE! Kaleidoscope Theater Workshop is a 12 week community-based-youth-led theater writing and performance program. It is open to young people ages 14-24 who live, laugh, love, and play in Long Beach. In this 12 week program young people will learn youth leadership, writing, budgeting, acting, public speaking, and peer-to-peer collaboration. Participants will receive FREE FOOD! STIPENDS! INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS! Participants will have the opportunity to explore themes of social justice, lived experiences, AND original ideas!!! The program culminates with a local performance for the community where students can show off their skills and writing. For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/83utpj65

Estimated Cost: $50,000

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Sowing Seeds of Change “Growing Futures: Cultivating Young Chefs”

Ready for a summer full of fun, food, and friends? Join our exciting Farm-to-Table 3-week-long cooking program for youth aged 15-24, where you'll get your hands dirty learning to grow delicious food right here in Long Beach! You'll team up with new friends and professional chefs to cook up amazing dishes and discover the steps on how to turn your food creations into a real and successful business. Get ready to harvest knowledge, cook up some unforgettable experiences, and sow the seeds for a bright future in sustainable food and a potential cooking business! Leave this experience with a F.A.S.T. Pass to Culinary Success, which includes: a California Food Handlers Card, a professional-grade apron, a $100 stipend, and all the tools for culinary success. For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/mrjxr8ea
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Estimated Cost: $50,000

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New BLK Wall Street “Youth Entrepreneurship Enrichment Program”

Long Beach Youth - Do you one day dream of owning a business? Take this FREE course on strengthening your financial literacy and entrepreneurship skills! Want to EARN MONEY while learning about business? New BLK Wall Street proposes the Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship Enrichment Program designed to strengthen youth proficiency in mathematics while introducing students to entrepreneurship and financial literacy concepts. Participants will be provided with free transportation (if needed), a $100 total award upon completion after six weeks (depending on project completion), and free lunches! By taking this summer course, you’ll come out prepared for the business of life! This six-week long program will serve approximately 50–60 youth aged 12-18 in Long Beach and will provide structured instruction in Algebra I, Algebra II, and Geometry while also introducing students to the basics of business, investing, and financial decision-making. Each student will receive a copy of the curriculum resource 'Where the Court Meets Capital', connecting academic discipline with economic empowerment. For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/jrksvapn

Estimated Cost: $48,000

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Devotion Fitness “Sunset Boxing & Wellness”

Sunset Boxing & Wellness ☀️🥊⛰️🥾🍵 Join Sunset Boxing and Wellness this summer for 12 weeks of FREE FITNESS AND WELLNESS made for 12-26 year olds in Long Beach! Our goal is to create a welcoming space where YOU can experience the benefits of movement and community without the pressure of toxic gym culture. Our outdoor BOX-FITNESS & SELF DEFENSE classes are designed for ALL BODY TYPES and GENDER IDENTITIES. These classes are beginner-friendly and perfect for those who wish to reconnect with their body in a supportive environment, free from competition and weight-loss pressures, providing you with the confidence you need to thrive. However, if you’re looking for something more relaxed, our HIKING SESSIONS are a fun alternative to get moving while enjoying the beautiful Long Beach weather! You can create new friendships with welcoming people all while breathing in the fresh air and feeling the warm sun. We’ll also host our Welcome Wellness sessions that provide HEALTH, NUTRITION, AND FITNESS EDUCATION - where you’ll learn how to build your own personal workout routine, learn healthy recipes, and self-care techniques while building community! Enjoy raffles, a welcoming vibe to socialize, and make deep connections. Devotion Fitness is proud to be the only organization in Long Beach redefining boxing and wellness culture by promoting inclusivity within masculine-dominated fitness spaces. Join us and be part of our positive & empowering community! For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/2vtmdd6r

Estimated Cost: $50,000

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Hoops After Dark “Hoops for Youth”

Hoops for Youth is an exciting basketball and leadership program for youth ages 11-14. Come out and join Hoops for Youth and work on your game while you compete to earn prizes and get the opportunity to go on field trips and make new friends through the bond of basketball. Our program will include Basketball skill camps and a summer league, team building activities, and Positive Youth Development through interactive workshops during gameday. The workshops involve community, diversity, the business side of sports and career and college planning for your future. For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/h7z5e9br
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Estimated Cost: $50,000

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Arts Council for Long Beach “Healing through Color”

🎨 Get paid to have fun this summer! Ready to earn up to $300 while doing what you love? Join us for “Healing through Color”, an immersive 8-week summer experience where creativity meets connection. Dive into painting, music, and nature while discovering new ways to express yourself, boost your mood, and make real friends along the way. No prior art experience is necessary, making this the perfect opportunity for everyone, from beginners to seasoned artists. Plus, delicious meals will be provided to keep you energized throughout your creative journey. Step out, get inspired, and let your imagination lead the way this summer! For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/3fhxddb2

Estimated Cost: $50,000

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Long Beach United “Summer Kick-Off Tournament”

Get ready to step onto the field and kick off your summer by joining our FREE soccer program tournament where passion, teamwork, and opportunities are happening both on and off the field!!! Long Beach United presents to you our Summer Kick-off Tournament!!☀️⚽ Join our-10 week-soccer program that consists of a soccer tournament and training sessions. Sign up solo, with friends, or with your completed soccer team (Must contain a maximum of 15 players on the team) and be a part of the action and fun! Participants will receive FREE registration, uniforms, weekly training with experienced trainers, sundays games with our (or your own) coaches, snacks, drinks, and an opportunity to be scouted by a club. We’ll finish the summer with a big championship final featuring PRIZES, TROPHIES, AND GIFTS for participants! 🏆 Ages from 10-18 year olds are welcome to join us in this tournament. Whether you’re ready to show off your skills or just want to learn and have fun, this is your chance. VOTE for our program and make this summer one to remember! For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/3v55ay5u
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Estimated Cost: $50,000

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Success in Challenges “H.Y.P.E. Housing and Youth Adjustment Education”

Let’s Get HYPED!!! You get a house! You get a house! You get a house! Okay, maybe not a house but wouldn’t it be great to get the process started? Wouldn’t it be cool to be surrounded by your people in a safe environment learning about housing? What about a space where we talk about self-care, money, and workforce readiness isn’t that cool? Then HYPE is the program for you. It’s a six-week program designed for TAY (Transition-Age Youth) ages 18–26 in which participants will receive guidance from facilitators and mentors who are committed to empowering youth and supporting their personal growth. We will pay 💰you to learn essential life skills needed to successfully navigate adulthood and independent living. For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/4jtsr8h6

Estimated Cost: $50,000

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I-Nspire Community Coalition “Beyond The Block: Youth Leadership, Culture & Community Power Activation”

Beyond the Block is a 6-week summer program for young people ages 13–26 in Long Beach who are ready to grow, make money, build skills, and tap into new opportunities. It runs every Saturday from July 11 – August 15, 2026, from 12 PM – 3 PM at Ernest McBride Park. Each week, you’ll be part of a space where you can learn, connect, and have fun through leadership workshops, real conversations, sports, creative activities, and career exploration. This isn’t school—this is about helping you figure out your next steps and who you want to become. For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/2p8yrysa

Estimated Cost: $50,000

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Adventures to Dreams “Planting Positive Seeds”

Are tomatoes fruits or veggies? What is compost used for and why does it smell funny? Don’t know the answer? We have the program for you! The “Planting Positive Seeds” program — part of Adventures to Dreams Enrichment’s Summer Art and Science Camp — will teach youth how different plants, fruits, and veggies are grown, all while working together! If you are between the ages of 7 and 17, sign up for free to become one of the 75 camp students who will participate in fun gardening activities, such as seed planting, composting, harvesting and scavenger hunting. Interested in developing your leadership skills? Youth ages 16 to 24 can apply to become one of the seven garden interns that will help lead gardening activities. Students and interns alike will learn about plant science, proper gardening techniques and how gardening supports our well-being. Make new friends, plant seeds, prepare compost, participate in garden-based art activities and spend some time outdoors! Additionally, this program will include a field trip to the El Dorado Nature Center in Long Beach, where students will explore local plant life and connect with native ecosystems. Still not convinced? Each camp students will take home a $20 gift card of their choice and interns will be gifted their very own gardening kit. Vote for this exciting project and join as a camp student or intern! For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/3yjx6j8h
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Estimated Cost: $45,000

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The Volunteer Center “Impact Makers Act Now!”

Your time. Your City. Your Impact. Get out, give back, and connect with other youth in Long Beach through hands-on community service. Impact Makers: Act Now! is a youth-driven summer volunteer program where you'll tackle real issues in your community and gain service hours to put on your resume. Too many in our city struggle with homelessness, hunger, and a lack of resources. In Long Beach, with our city's higher than average poverty rate, rising costs are forcing families to choose between groceries and electricity. These issues are why we need you. This initiative consists of two parts: an eight week program where 24 teens from Long Beach meet once a week to learn about issues in their community and valuable mental health tools and a series of service events open to all Long Beach youth. All volunteers will engage in hands-on service projects–from packing and distributing hygiene kits and meals to families to cleaning up our parks and communities. Hosted by the Volunteer Center of Long Beach, Impact Makers: Act Now! fosters social connectedness, youth empowerment, and real-world impact through community care. This isn’t just about giving back–it's about being the change you want to see. For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/yhasvstx
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Estimated Cost: $50,000

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Creative Art Events “Thrift Flip Fashion Experience”

Got style? Got ideas? Ready to find community and make something totally your own? This FREE 3-week summer program for ages 14–23 invites you to explore the world of fashion design through a safe space that emphasizes creativity and upcycled materials to turn old clothes into bold new looks. We’ll meet twice weekly from 6–9 p.m. for hands-on workshops and an interactive hang out space where fashion and sustainability come together. Our hours allow you to enjoy your daytime summer activities while giving everyone a creative evening place to gather and make friends. Along the way, you’ll collaborate to learn skills like sewing, clothing repair, and fashion design. You’ll try quick design challenges and experiment with clothing, fabric, and even recycled materials. Whether you’ve never touched a sewing machine or you already love design, this program is for you! Guest designers will share their unique style, from thrift culture and upcycling to creative styling and wearable art. The best part? You’ll create unique fashion using reclaimed clothing and materials. Together, you’ll work toward showing your creation in a youth-led fashion show – choosing a theme, planning, and voting for the best look. Your design could also appear at Trashion Show Long Beach, giving you the chance to showcase your creativity on a real stage! Supplies, food, and sewing kits (that you can keep!) are provided. This isn’t just fashion: express yourself, make friends, learn skills, and help the planet. Bring your ideas and show Long Beach your style! Vote today! For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/2xem764r
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Estimated Cost: $50,000

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Algalita “Urban Ocean Story Lab”

Long Beach youth, ready to make your voice heard through film making? Join a 5-week summer experience where you’ll learn how to direct, film, and edit alongside industry professionals. Work in small teams supported by real scientists and mentors to create a short film about your connection to Long Beach and its Urban Ocean. Explore your city in a whole new way through hands-on experiences like kayaking in Alamitos Bay, working in a microplastics lab, and taking a special day trip to Catalina Island all while developing your digital self expression skills through your film. Your films will live beyond this program! They will be shared in Long Beach Unified School District classrooms and premiered at a community screening event. Build real film skills. Explore your environment. Create something that lasts. Vote for Urban Ocean Story Lab!! For the full proposal visit https://tinyurl.com/yc4zumx8

Estimated Cost: $50,000

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