

There is a formal application and invitation process for the Fostering Resilience: Youth Leadership Program. Complete the form below to connect with a Center for Urban Excellence (CUE) staff member and to receive a digital application.
Program Eligibility:
- Families must reside in Contra Costa or Solano Counties
- Youth must be between 12 and 26 years old
- Priority is given to low income households and youth at risk of not graduating High School.
What to Expect:
- Youth are asked to commit 5-10 hours per week and are awarded between $125-$400 monthly stipends for meeting program milestones.
- The program meets virtually once per week for 1 hour (grouped by age)
- Youth must complete self-paced virtual social emotional learning (SEL) and work readiness curriculum
- Youth will attend once a month social outing experiences to increase resilience, mental & physical wellness (volunteer work, educational trips, art museums, East Bay Regional Parks, wellness activities, etc.). Families are invited and encouraged to attend outings.
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