GivingTuesday, a global generosity movement, unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world, took place on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. GivingTuesday emphasizes opportunities to give back to communities and causes in ways that allow for social connection and kindness.

Our mission at YMWIC is to Inspire the Next Generation of STEM Leaders. We invite you to make a difference by helping us meet or exceed our goal of $20,000 to be distributed among the following programs:

• Pre-College After School Program for Grades 3 – 12 in STEM Programming
• Summer Programs for Grades K – 8 STEAM Camp
• Summer Overnight Science Retreat for Grades 7 – 12
• Summer Coatesville and Upper Darby School Districts Upward Bound Program for Grades 9 – 12
• Post-Secondary Education and Undergraduate College Scholarship Program All Scholars are guaranteed to earn a scholarship to attend the school of their choice. Scholars must meet or exceed established criteria.
• Administration and Transportation

Although GivingTuesday has passed, you can still support the YMWIC mission and programming. You may make your donation by selecting this link. Thank you.

The YMWIC 14th Annual Science Expo and Scholar Presentations took place on Saturday, February 15, 2025, on the campus of West Chester University of Pennsylvania. Beginning in September, YMWIC Scholars selected a challenging grade-appropriate Science Project and utilized the Scientific Method to execute their Projects. They were required to meet specific deadlines for their project Research Plan, Lab Report, Project Board, and PowerPoint presentation.

The culmination of Scholars’ hard work was the Presentation and defending of their Projects at the YMWIC Annual Science Expo to a room full of YMWIC Partner judges and an audience of their peers, family, and community members. We thank all who attended for their support which inspires our Scholars, the next generation of STEM Leaders.

YMWIC presented its 19th Annual College & Career Expo on Saturday, November 9, 2024. College and Corporate representatives were on hand to provide Scholars, Parents and community members with valuable information on finance, admissions, the FAFSA form, careers, apprenticeships and social/community issues, and much more!

For the morning session, experienced professionals in health, education, finance and business provided Scholars, families and the community with valuable information in workshop format. Participants were able to attend four 30-minute sessions with topics of interest to them and meet with presenters to have their questions answered.

In the afternoon session, over 30 partnering universities and corporations participated in an Expo in which they provided important information about College Requirements; the College Admissions Process; Financial Aid; Careers in STEM, Business, Law and much more. Participants were able to meet with the representatives one-on-one.

We thank all Partners, Scholars’ family members, guests, and community members who attended and helped to make this event one of our best.

Our 11 th Annual Scholarship & Golf Classic on September 9, 2024, which took place at the fabulous Penn Oaks Golf Club was a great success and a lot of fun! The event brought together a fantastic group of approximately 70 golfers, all eager to participate in an exciting day of friendly competition and unique golf experiences as they supported YMWIC’s Scholarship Program.

As golfers finished their rounds, they gathered at the clubhouse for refreshments and camaraderie, reflecting on a day well spent. They enjoyed delicious open buffet lunch and dinner meals, and winning golfers received awards. In addition, guests were impressed by inspiring speeches presented by several YMWIC Scholars who shared what the Foundation has meant to them.

Young Men and Women In Charge Foundation, Inc. hosted our 2024 YMWIC Upward Bound Summer Program for 8th through 11th grade students who meet Upward Bound requirements. The Program took place on the campus of West Chester University of Pennsylvania. This six-week experience enriched and exposed, and prepared Scholars for college; while providing insight into future employment opportunities. They experienced projects in the arts, entrepreneurship, mentoring, leadership, golf and much more.

The YMWIC 2024 Elementary School STEAM & Language Arts Camps was an exciting, educational, and fun-filled six-week experience for rising 1st through 8th grade junior Scholars. They enjoyed great experiences exploring new concepts in math, chemistry, biology, computer science, robotics, language arts, reading, art, and much more!! Campers participated in fun hands-on learning projects, completed and presented science projects that piqued their curiosity, and went on exciting field trips.

The YMWIC 14th Annual Scholarship & Awards Banquet took place at the Sheraton Valley Forge Hotel on Thursday, May 23, 2024. At this eagerly anticipated evening of fellowship and fun, Scholars were at their best, joined by YMWIC Supporters and Partners, families, friends, and the community. We honored our Scholars for their accomplishments during the Program Year and acknowledged our graduating Scholars, presenting them with the college scholarships they earned.

In addition, we recognized Industry Executives and Community Champions and presented them with the following awards: WEST IMPACT AWARD ifm efector, inc., accepted by Ms. Shannon Michalkiewicz; EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION, Dr. Christina L. Carr (Taylor); EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP AWARD FOR POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION, Dr. Brandon J. Mitchell; and COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AWARD, Mrs. Frances M. Sheehan.

A wonderful time was had by all in attendance.