Upcoming Events
Open Enrollment for the YMWIC 2024-2025 Program Year
If you have a student who is a rising 3rd – 11th grade student in the Chester Upland, Coatesville, (Kennett Square Chapter launching this Fall!) Norristown, Phoenixville, Upper Darby, West Chester, or William Penn School Districts, or Furness or Martin Luther King High Schools in Philadelphia, and you are interested in having them become a part of a dynamic and rewarding program, register them for the YMWIC Pre-College After-School Program.
Our Program provides immersive and hands-on on-site opportunities for experiencing STEM, business, and the ARTS. We offer after-school workshops, Community Service events, a Science Expo, and tutoring; as well as College Prep, College Tours, and College Scholarships, and assistance with college Financial Aid and applications!
This Fall, we are introducing the YMWIC Pre-Apprenticeship Program, one of the three YMWIC Pathways to Success pillars, for high school Seniors and YMWIC Graduates who choose to attend community college or pursue a technical career path.
Click this link to discover what YMWIC has to offer you and your family, and complete the Student Information Form. A member of our staff will contact you.
All returning Scholars can click these links to complete the 2024-2025 Program Year Online Scholar Application and the Scholar Personal Statement.
We look forward to welcoming all new and returning Scholars to another exciting Program Year!
YMWIC Introduces Our Inaugural Pre-Apprenticeship Program
The Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Young Adults is designed for YMWIC Alumni and young adults aged 18-25 with a High School Diploma or GED, who are seeking a hands-on pathway to employment in STEM careers. This comprehensive program features Saturday and evening workshops in collaboration with our industry partners, along with an 8-week paid summer internship leading towards full-time employment.
The primary objective of this Pathway is employment in a skilled, high-paying position that may not require a college degree. STEM positions are the focus in Manufacturing and Production, Health and Medical Technology, Information Technology and Cyber Security, Engineering Technology and Utilities.
Click this link to pre-register and sign up to join us in a live Zoom Open House and Information Session on Tuesday, October 1, Tuesday, October 8, or Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 6:30PM, and learn more about the YMWIC Pre-Apprenticeship Program.
The 2024 YMWIC 19th Annual College & Career Expo
YMWIC will present its 19th Annual College & Career Expo on Saturday, November 9, 2024, from 9:00AM to 2:00PM. College and Corporate representatives will be 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, we’ve invited experienced professionals in health, education, finance and business to provide the community with valuable and life-changing information for families and friends. Participants will have four 30-minute sessions in which to select topics of interest and meet with presenters during the 9:00AM – 11:30AM time frame.
In the afternoon session, partnering universities and corporations will participate in an Expo to provide important information about College; the Admissions Process; Financial Aid; Careers in STEM, Business, Law and much more.
Scholars’ families, guests, and community members can register to attend using this link.
If you are a College or University or a Company, and would like to participate in this important event as an Exhibitor or Workshop Presenter, or to make a donation which will be used in support of YMWIC 2025 Summer Programs, click here.
Past Events
YMWIC 2024 11th Annual Scholarship & Golf Classic
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.
2024 YMWIC Upward Bound Summer Program
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.
YMWIC 2024 STEAM & Language Arts Camp
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.
YMWIC 14th Annual Scholarship & Awards Banquet
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.
YMWIC 13th Annual Science Expo and Scholar Presentations
The YMWIC 13th Annual Science Expo and Scholar Presentations  took place on Saturday, February 24, 2024, 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 their Projects was the Presentation and defending their Project at the YMWIC Annual Science Expo before YMWIC Partner judges and an audience of their peers, family, and community members. Thank you to all who joined us; your support and attendance inspires our Scholars, the next generation of STEM Leaders.
YMWIC 18th Annual College & Career Expo
YMWIC hosted our 18th Annual College and Career Expo at B. Reed Henderson High School on November 11, 2023. College and Corporate representatives provided Scholars and Parents with valuable information on topics including College Readiness and Admissions Qualifications, the College Application Process, FAFSA Form Process, Financial Literacy, STEM Careers, Personal Branding, Interviewing Skills, and much, much more!
A panel of YMWIC Alumni addressed Scholars and their families and answered questions about their lives after graduating from high school and YMWIC. The afternoon Expo featured over 30 of YMWIC College/University and Corporate Partners on display and eager to speak one-on-one with Scholars about opportunities for their future.
