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Y Achievers

INVEST IN YOUR FUTURE

Black Achievers was started in 1971 at the Harlem Branch YMCA to help African-American teens improve academic standards and boost self-esteem. Since then, YMCAs across the country have adopted the Achievers program to help teens of color set and pursue educational and career goals resulting in high school graduation and acceptance to an institution of higher learning. 

Our Y Achievers program concluded at the end of the 2023-2024 school year, and we are not currently registering for Y Achievers. Updates about Y Achievers and other teen programs will be updated on our website as information is available.