Empowering Future Leaders

The Empowering Future Leaders (EFL) Program equips Toledo’s at-risk youth with mentorship, life skills, STEM learning, and career readiness to build leadership, resilience, and cultural competence. ages 7–17

June 16–July 31
Mon.–Thurs., 1–3 p.m.

Glenwood Elementary School,
2860 Glenwood Ave.

Black Kings | Black Prince Mentorship and Leadership

The 9-week program empowers young men through mentorship, leadership development, STEAM field trips, creative arts, and cultural education, fostering academic success, career readiness, and a commitment to service. ages 11–17

Grades 9–12:
Apr. 21–May 16,
Mon., Tues., Thurs., 4–6 p.m.

Grades 9–12:
May 19–June 19
Tues. & Thurs., 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Grades 6–8:
May 19–June 19
Tues. & Thurs., 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Robinson Park,
1075 Horace St.

Student Leadership Program

The Student Leadership Program at Friendship Park Community Center mentors youth through outreach projects, crafts, games, and community volunteering. ages 10–14

June 9, July 14, Aug. 11
Monthly, Every 2nd Mon., 3:45–4:45 p.m.

Wayman Palmer YMCA, 2053 N. 14th St.

Empower Through Esthetics

Empower Through Esthetics is an 8-week mentorship program for youth interested in esthetics, offering hands-on experience in lash artistry, skincare, and beauty entrepreneurship with guidance from licensed professionals. ages 14–17

June 11–July 31
Tues.–Thurs., 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Lockett Lash Studio,
3136 W. Sylvania Ave.

We Matter Too

The We Matter Too Summer Series empowers young girls in marginalized communities by teaching life skills, self-esteem, and how to navigate healthy relationships. ages 11–17

June 13–27, July 1 (Final Day)
12–5 p.m., 12–6 p.m. (Final Day)

Lagrange Library,
3422 Lagrange St.

V.I.S.I.O.N Camp

VISION Camp empowers youth to embrace their creativity and leadership through activities in art, writing, music, design, and entrepreneurship, helping them SEE, SHOW, CREATE, and DEVELOP their unique vision into reality. ages 10–14

June 24–26, July 1–3
Tues–Thurs., 11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Minority Way Plaza,
7 E. Bancroft St.

Pretty Loved & Destined Support Group

Pretty Loved & Destined Support Group empowers girls through mentorship, sisterhood, and activities that build confidence, self-worth, and personal growth, helping them embrace their potential and navigate life’s challenges. ages 7–17

cost $5
2–4 p.m.

Mott Branch Library,
1010 Dorr St.

Publishing Peace

The Publishing Peace Program empowers youth to create and publish books, stories, and digital content. It blends creative writing, publishing, and digital media skills, fostering artistic expression and entrepreneurship in a supportive environment. ages 6–18

June 30–Oct. 31

Elevated Consulting,
725 Navarre Ave.

Troop 68

Troop 68, part of Scouting BSA, is a co-ed youth program for ages 11–17 that fosters character, leadership, and outdoor skills through merit badges, service, and life lessons. ages 11–17

cost $100

Mon., 7–8 p.m.

Greenwood Park Shelter House,
6150 Jackman Rd.

Believing Everyone Deserves a Second Chance

The Church of Second Chances supports at-risk teens in Toledo by offering faith-based mentorship and Bible study in a safe, nonjudgmental space, alongside fun activities like gokarting, basketball, and swimming to reduce juvenile crime and detention recidivism. ages 13–19

After-School
Mon. & Wed., 4–5:15 p.m.

Minority Way Plaza,
7 E. Bancroft St.

A-List Mentoring Program

The A-List Mentoring Program helps young men build confidence and life skills through workshops, activities, and mentorship, focusing on personal development, and healthy habits. ages 8–18

Rollerskating at the Metro: Sept. 14
The Ribbon at The Glass City Park,
1521 Front St.

Dodgeball and Economics: Oct 11
10 a.m.
Calvary Bible Chapel
3740 W Alexis Rd.

The First Date Event: Dec. 14
4 p.m.
Claude’s Prime Seafood,
5103 Levis Commons Blvd.

The Tie Event: Jan. 24, 2026
12 p.m.
Glass Pavilion,
2444 Monroe St

Diamonds in the Rough

Basics to becoming your own BOSS! ages 11–17

Joe E. Brown Park,
3304 Blanchard St.

Diamonds in the Rough

Vision Board “What Community Means to Me?” ages 7+

July 26
11 a.m.–2 p.m.

Fair Housing Center,
7 East Bancroft St.

Our Learning Tree Summer Youth Program

This program offers a fun, supportive space where youth build confidence, life skills, and academic and career interests through hands-on activities, mentoring, and teamwork. ages 5–14

June 9–July 9
Wed., 10 a.m.–3 p.m.

St. Martin de Porres Church,
1119 Bancroft St.

Valley View Success Camp

Business Success Camp sparks entrepreneurship through field trips and mentorship from local business owners. Campers collaborate to launch real ventures, learning to create and run a business—and keep their profits to reinforce hard work and financial independence. ages 3–13

June 9, 2025–January 16, 2026
Mon–Fri., 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Valley View Learning Center,
5407 Lewis Ave.

Girls Hub Program

Girls Hub is a STEAM program for girls, offering hands-on classes in woodworking, architecture, and art to explore trades and construction. ages 12–17

June 2–27
Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Session 1: June 2–6 Alumni Only
Session 2: June 9–13
Session 3: June 16–20
Session 4: June 23–27

Women of Toledo,
425 Jefferson Ave., 3rd Floor

Girls to Ladies

Girls to Ladies (G2L) is a curriculum-based program for girls offering a safe space to explore education, mindfulness, safety, and empowerment while building confidence and leadership skills. ages 12–19

Session 1: June 30
Session 2: July 7
Session 3: July 14
Session 4: July 21
Session 5:July 28
Session 6: Aug. 4
Session 7: Aug. 12

Walbridge Park Indoor Shelter House,
2801 Broadway St.

Youth Leadership Toledo

Youth Leadership Toledo is an annual program for about 60 Toledo-area high school sophomores, developing their leadership skills and confidence to drive positive impact in their schools and communities. ages 14–17

Making A Difference Summer Leadership Program

Making A Difference is a summer leadership and mentoring program that builds youth confidence and leadership through interactive lessons, discussions, presentations, and field trips, fostering brighter futures and stronger communities. ages 5–17

Summer Leadership Program: June 2–Aug. 21
Mon.–Thurs.

After-School Program: Sept. 1, 2025–May 28, 2026
Mon.–Thurs.

Making A Difference of Northwest Ohio, Inc.,
1216 Madison Ave.

TEEN SUMMIT

This program helps youth take charge of their futures through mentorship, hands-on learning, career guidance, and emotional support—building confidence, clear career paths, and the skills to thrive. ages 8–16

July 7–Aug. 1
Mon.–Fri., 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Pickett Academy,
1144 Blum St.