Filling Spiritual, Physical & Emotional Needs of Phoenix Youth Through Mentorship
We partner with ministries, agencies, schools and churches to foster community and build stability in order to meet the spiritual, physical and emotional needs of kids in the city. DonateWe are a 501(c)(3)
Non-Profit Organization
The Crisis
Young people in the inner city desperately lack spiritual, relational and emotional guidance.
SupPort UYE
The majority of students in Urban Youth Excel come from a single parent or guardian household with a 95% poverty level.
OUR SOLUTION
We provide spiritual mentors to meet with kids, introducing them to Christ, build them in their faith and turn them into leaders.
Outdoor
Camping
Adventure outdoor camping with urban youth, lead by their mentors.
Ministry Retreats
Ministry outreach to middle school and junior high kids.
Weekly Bible Studies
Provide and connect our youth within bible studies that fit their needs.
Church Youth Groups
Connecting kids to local churches to grow their faith.
Ministry Leaders Training
We train our urban youth leaders to be spiritual mentors and leaders in their communities.
Available For Our Youth
Whenever they need us, we find a way to be available to offer support when they need it most.
Comfort. Joy. Love.
Jesus can make a difference in your life in many ways, from providing comfort in the midst of suffering to helping you reach your full potential. Jesus can help you find a sense of purpose in life, offer hope in difficult times, and provide guidance in everyday decisions. He can teach you how to love and be loved, and provide a sense of peace and joy that only comes from knowing Him.
Uye Blog
The Latest News & Updates
UYE: Building Community
Have you ever felt like you didn't belong anywhere? It's a tough feeling, especially for teenagers. That's why Arizona Urban Youth Excel (UYE) is here. We're a nonprofit that helps at-risk teens...
Who Do You Follow?
Have you ever thought about who you look up to? When you were little, maybe it was your mom or dad. As you got older, it might have been a friend, a sports star, or even a singer. We all follow...
Mentors: Guiding Teens Through Life
Imagine being asked to mentor a group of teenagers. You might think, "Wait, how can I relate to them? Things have changed so much since I was their age!" It's true, the world teens navigate today is...
Get Involved
Join Us At Any Event!
One – On – One
Weekly MeetingS
Building relationships… one kid at a time.
Training Young Leaders
Monthly training
Equip and empower… working with urban youth.
Large Group Retreats
Yearly getaways
Outreach events…
sharing the gospel.