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Click on the links to learn more about the following youth services:

Black Child Development


Founded in 1978 by Greensboro native, Sarah Walden Herbin, the Black Child Development Institute of Greensboro, Inc. is one of 33 affiliates of the National Black Child Development Institute.  Since their inception they have been steadfast in the mission of improving and protecting the quality of life of children, youth and families in the Greater Greensboro community. 

 

For more information, contact Black Child Development at (336)230-2138. 



The Hooplife Academy



The Hooplife Academy is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the youth of our community through sports mentorship, character building and academic/literacy programs.  The Hooplife Academy's mission is to support the youth of our local communities and work towards a greater good.  Their outreach programs and youth initiatives are designed to help develop strong minds, healthy bodies, good character, academic excellence and futue career success.  


For more information, contact the Hooplife Academy at info@hooplifeacademy.org.



The Hope Project

The Hope Project staff, volunteers, advisors, and community organizations work to bring together community members to build a network focused on steering kids away from gangs and gang related activity.


Call 336-373-HOPE (4673) to speak with a staff member for general program information or to arrange a formal partnership meeting.   


Afro Puffs and Ponytails


Afro Puffs and Ponytails seek to inspire African American teen girls and young girls by providing positive articles, resources, and words of encouragement. You will find pictures and personal stories by professional African American women who offer their advice and suggestions for success.

 Links We Like:
 

Roles & Responsibilities of a Mentor:

 

 

Roles & Responsibilities of a Mentee:

An overview of the Mentee's role, responsibilities and characteristics.


Find Colleges, Scholarships & Financial Aid:


College.gov is intended to be the go-to source for information and resources about planning, preparing and paying for postsecondary education (such as 2- or 4-year colleges and universities, as well as vocational or career schools).


FastWeb, the Internet's leading scholarship search service, helps students make the decisions that shape their lives: choosing a college, paying for college, and finding jobs and internships.


CFNC - There's a wealth of information available on the CFNC site that does not require you to have a CFNC account. However, in order to access some of the more valuable tools and information you will need to set up a secure, private account.