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Programs

Our mission is to develop leadership among Detroit's youth through college scholarships, mentoring and other supports for personal growth and development.

Through the diversification of our programs, we've developed some amazing partnerships that have helped ensure our success and enhance the foundation's long-term sustainability.

CAYF Scholars

The core program of the Coleman Young Foundation (CAYF) is the Scholars Program that:

Awards college scholarships
Coach Scholars’ Success
Creates future leadership

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Skillman Legacy Scholars

The Skillman Foundation, in partnership with the Coleman A. Young Foundation, are awarding scholarships for up to $10,000 each to promising Detroit youth.

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REAL Skills 2.0 (RS2)

The REAL Skills 2.0 program provides a curriculum led by CAYF staff, scholars, alumni and other professional volunteers who prepare teenage youth for college and life.

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Coleman A. Young Foundation
7650 Second Ave
Suite 206
Detroit, Michigan 48202
313.962-2200 phone
313.962.2208 fax

Federal Tax ID#: 38-2400801

CAYF is a 501 (c) (3) charitable organization established in 1982 to provide financial support and mentor young Detroiters who seek a college education. CAYF has provided over 450 college scholarships to eligible students from Detroit schools, of all backgrounds.

Acceptance and participation in our scholarship and after school program are the same for everyone without regard to religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, handicap or sexual preference.

What Our Scholars Have to Say

"CAYF has provided me with a ray of hope to take a step towards fulfilling my dream of becoming a doctor."
-Munni Rahman, Wayne State University

"I love Coleman A. Young Foundation. CAYF has been a backbone to me."
- Tia Prescott, Michigan State University

Foundation Programs

Programs

CAYF Scholars

Skillman Legacy Scholars

REAL Skills 2.0 (RS2)

What Our Scholars Have to Say

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