COVID-19 Update
The COVID-19 outbreak has challenged communities around the world in unprecedented ways. As we all adjust to its impact, Coleman A. Young Foundation is changing the dates, and format, for the 2020 Coleman A. Young Scholarship Selection Process, as well as the 2020 Fred Martin Detroit Educator of the Year award. We are making these changes in accordance with the three-week statewide shutdown that Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced on March 23, 2020. Please continue to visit www.cayf.org for updates, because changes to the Governor's mandates could cause us to make further adjustments to these dates.
2020 Annual Awards Experience
Our annual fundraiser has been cancelled, but we graciously accept your support. The best way to donate is by clicking Give Now, or by giving via Cash App ($CAYFoundation).
Coleman A. Young Scholarship Interviews
Interviews for the Coleman A. Young Scholarship will take place on May 6 and May 13, 2020, via Zoom conference sessions.
Fred Martin Detroit Educator of the Year Nominations
Nominations for the Educator of the Year Award are now closed.
REAL Skills 2.0
REAL Skills 2.0 (RS2) has been postponed in accordance with State-mandated school and youth activity closures and cancellations. We are reorganizing gatherings for REAL Skills youth and families and will make an announcement soon regarding summer sessions.
Where to get help...
If you need assistance finding food, paying housing bills, accessing free childcare, or other essential services, dial 211 to speak to someone at the United Way who can help. NOTE: Financial assistance is NOT available through every 211.
Outlier Media has also developed a fast and easy way for metro Detroiters to voice their concerns about COVID-19. The quick survey will ask participants to identify their biggest needs and vexing questions. Text “corona” to 73224 to participate.
Take care.
Khary Turner
Executive Director
2020 Annual Awards Experience
Our annual fundraiser has been cancelled, but we graciously accept your support. The best way to donate is by clicking Give Now, or by giving via Cash App ($CAYFoundation).
Coleman A. Young Scholarship Interviews
Interviews for the Coleman A. Young Scholarship will take place on May 6 and May 13, 2020, via Zoom conference sessions.
Fred Martin Detroit Educator of the Year Nominations
Nominations for the Educator of the Year Award are now closed.
REAL Skills 2.0
REAL Skills 2.0 (RS2) has been postponed in accordance with State-mandated school and youth activity closures and cancellations. We are reorganizing gatherings for REAL Skills youth and families and will make an announcement soon regarding summer sessions.
Where to get help...
If you need assistance finding food, paying housing bills, accessing free childcare, or other essential services, dial 211 to speak to someone at the United Way who can help. NOTE: Financial assistance is NOT available through every 211.
Outlier Media has also developed a fast and easy way for metro Detroiters to voice their concerns about COVID-19. The quick survey will ask participants to identify their biggest needs and vexing questions. Text “corona” to 73224 to participate.
Take care.
Khary Turner
Executive Director
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WelcomeThe mission of CAYF is to develop leadership among youth through college scholarships, mentoring and other supports for personal growth and development.
Since 1986, the Foundation has awarded more than four million dollars to more than four hundred students. |
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A contribution to CAYF is an investment in young people who have the talent and the will to uplift themselves through higher learning and strengthen Detroit through their commitment to making a difference.
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