by urbanyouthexcel | Jul 27, 2026 | News
Transformation rarely happens in isolation. In youth ministry, it is easy to measure progress by the moments spent within the four walls of a gathering—the quiet reflection, the shared prayers, and the active engagement with Scripture during Bible study. But true...
by urbanyouthexcel | Apr 29, 2026 | News
In the world of youth development, it is easy to lean on “curriculum.” We often feel that if we just provide the right workbook or the perfect set of Bible study questions, transformation will follow. But at Urban Youth Excel (UYE), we’ve learned that...
by urbanyouthexcel | Oct 20, 2025 | News
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...
by urbanyouthexcel | Sep 29, 2025 | Blog, News
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...
by urbanyouthexcel | Aug 28, 2025 | Blog, News
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...
by urbanyouthexcel | Jul 25, 2025 | Blog, News
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...
