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The Holistic Hustle: Connecting Faith, Education, and Empowerment
For many young people in the inner city, life is defined by “the hustle” that relentless drive, resourcefulness, and daily grind necessary for survival. This energy is a powerful, God given force, but if left unguided, it can lead down paths of short-term survival...
Equipping Our Youth to Walk Boldly Into Their Calling
At Urban Youth Excel (UYE), we are often asked about our "why." For many, the answer seems straightforward: we help at-risk youth graduate and avoid becoming societal statistics. While seeing a student walk across the stage is always a moment of immense pride, we know...
From Desperation to Direction: How Mentoring Changes Lives
The Gap for Teen Mentors The generational gap can seem massive. Their world, shaped by constant connectivity, social media, and on-demand content, is vastly different from the one we grew up in. It's easy to forget what it was like to be a teenager—caught between...
Summer’s Crossroads: How Urban Youth Excel is Shaping Futures for Phoenix Youth
The summer months, for many, mean relaxation and freedom. But for the dedicated team at Urban Youth Excel (UYE), it's a critical crossroads for the Phoenix youth they serve. As UYE leaders Anthony, Dawit and Crystal recently discussed, summer isn't just a break from...
Guiding Young Women Toward Faith and Hope
At UYE, we believe real change begins with real relationships. Our mission is to connect at-risk teens in Phoenix to the hope found in faith. We work closely with schools, ministries, churches, and local organizations to meet the spiritual, emotional, and physical...
God Is Moving — Summer Camp Is Almost Here!
As the school year winds down, Arizona Urban Youth Excel (UYE) is already gearing up for one of the most exciting and powerful times of the year — summer camp! Each year, summer camp is a key part of our mission to help connect at-risk teens in Phoenix to faith. It’s...