About Us
"A community center without walls dedicated to empowering youth to attain education, economic advancement, and personal and professional growth"
Our mission is to improve the lives of youth in underserved communities and facilitate their development into positive, contributing adults. We do this by encouraging the pursuit of higher education, healthy lifestyles, and strong community ties. EYTE offers various programs such as college tours, reading programs, basketball programs, boys and girls discussion group sessions, summer camps, and monthly parent meetings.
Our Story
Our story began with one person and a simple belief: every young person deserves the opportunity to reach their potential and chase their dreams. What started with one individual providing one-on-one mentoring- helping students navigate the college admission process, and providing youth intervention- has expanded to a network of individuals dedicated to making sure no young person has to navigate their future alone.
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Our mission remains simple and powerful: improving the lives of youth in underserved communities-one opportunity at a time.
Meet Our
Founder
With over 30 years of experience in youth development, community organizing and mentorship, our founder, Javon Johnson, has dedicated his life life's work to uplifting young people and strengthening communities in Brooklyn. Rooted deeply in the Brownsville and East New York neighborhoods, he has spent decades creating programs, building partnerships, and mentoring youth to help them recognize their potential and thrive. His passion for community-driven change continues to guide the organization's mission to empower the next generation through education, opportunity and support.
Thank You to Our Supporters
Cook Street Grant
Monarch Foundation Grant
ESVP/SVP Grant
21st CCLC Grant
Green Fund Grassroots Grant
Humanist NYC Grant
