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Ms. Tracy and the Honey Bugs from Norland Senior High School kicked off the new year with an inspiring Meet and Greet featuring author Kenisha Anthony. Kenisha shared her powerful book "Labeled: Ward of the State" with our Honey Bugs. This moving coming-of-age story delves...

Congratulations to the recent graduates of our Nurturing Parenting Program. Over the session, parents learned various ways to communicate effectively, instill positivity, and the workshop also offer tips on ways to improve relationships. The program aims to provide parents with the knowledge, skills, and strategies...

For MLK’s Day of Service, OYC’s Americorp members embraced Dr. King’s profound words: “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’’ They dedicated their time and efforts to a service project that exemplified the spirit of compassion, unity, equality, and...

OYC Miami just kicked off its “Build Your Own Business” Workshop series in the AT&T Connected Learning Center. This entrepreneurial and business activity is geared towards helping people grow and scale a business. To learn more about our upcoming community-driven programs, resources, and services and register...

We are thrilled to announce that OYC Miami has received a remarkable donation from the Miami-Dade Impact Collective. This group is composed of dynamic and compassionate women who contribute to a philanthropic collective dedicated to addressing the needs of the underserved in our community. Their...

The OYC Miami youth basketball team showcased their skills and brought their A-game to the court at the Betty T. Ferguson Community Center. With a resounding swooshhhhh, they kicked off the season in style! We couldn't be prouder of our talented players and dedicated coaches who...

Zo’s Celebrity Golf Classic was held at the stunning and picturesque Biltmore Hotel. This star-studded tournament, gathered celebrities and golf enthusiasts from all around to raise money for OYC Miami and Honey Shine. The event was a perfect blend of sportsmanship and philanthropy. Participants had...

Our kids were super excited for the first Super Saturday of the year. Sponsored by students from Miami-Dade College's Beta Kappa Iota, our kids had a jam-packed day full of activities, art, learning, and fun. This terrific day included colorful chalkboard drawings, a gaming session,...

What time is it… IT’S STEM Time!!! What a fantastic night of family fun and STEM learning at OYC Miami's AshBrit Stem Lab! Our families came together to create unique clocks using lemons as a power source.  It was incredible to see the creativity and innovation...

We are thrilled to announce that our AT&T Connected Learning Center partners have generously provided us with 200 laptops, which helps to bridge the social divide and ensure equal access to education. This incredible donation will not only empower our students but also enable them...

The Hive staff was busily buzzing during their recent visit to OYC Miami. The Hive, which is a great place that provides teens with a chance to explore their passion and skills, took part in a guided tour led by our very own Tracy Wilson...

'Tis the season to be not only jolly but also the season of giving! 🎁✨ We are incredibly grateful to Stichiz for inviting our Honey Bugs to Footlocker “The Heart of Sneakers” Powered By Puma event. It was a truly special and unique shopping experience...

JOY to the world 🎄💛 Our honey bugs had a memorable shopping experience at the grand reopening ceremony of Macy's Beauty at Dadeland Shopping Mall. The girls took part in an exclusive shopping experience during the newly redesigned beauty destination at Macy’s! Each Honey Bug received...

The OYC Parent team kicked off 8 days of giving… to all OYC parents with treats for parents. During the 8 days, parents were gifted with presents that will bring joy and support to their parenting journey. Each day, parents were given a special gift designed...

The OYC Miami Program participated in team-building exercises to build unity and strength in the Boich Companies Creative Studio Art Room! Our team had a phenomenal time painting with Paint with Faith and creating unique art. We are always happy to see our team build...

This year’s Mourning Family Foundation holiday party celebration was indeed the most wonderful time of the year. Hosted by the Mourning Family Foundation, Alonzo Mourning and Tracy Wilson Mourning, shared messages with the kids about the true reason for the season! During our festive holiday celebration,...

We are immensely grateful for the support and generosity we received on Give Miami Day for OYC Miami and Honey Shine. The contributions we received make a significant impact and serve as a stepping stone towards building a stronger, more vibrant community. Through this generosity, we...

Our youth's inner artist shined through during the Art of Furniture 3rd Annual Experience. Our kids were able to create masterful art pieces. The weekend was filled with creativity, inspiration, and artistry! Our youth had the incredible opportunity to partner with visual artists and design unique...

This past Thanksgiving, we were thrilled to celebrate the 23rd Annual Thanksgiving Drive. Since the start of the annual Thanksgiving drive, we have been grateful for the overwhelming support and blessings received. The commitment of our donors and the tireless dedication of our staff, who...

This article was originally published on WSVN.com 11/21/23 https://wsvn.com/news/local/miami-dade/nba-hall-of-famer-hosts-23rd-thanksgiving-drive-for-miami-community/amp/   MIAMI (WSVN) - NBA Hall of Famer, Alonzo Mourning hosted his 23rd annual Thanksgiving drive. Families passed through the Overtown Youth Center for boxes of Thanksgiving goodies that will help them feed their loved ones this holiday. “Sometimes we don’t...

We are incredibly grateful to Ben and Jerry's for their generous support and delicious ice cream donation during our fall festivities. Their contribution brought smiles and joy to the faces of our youth, and we are thrilled to have had the opportunity to partner with...

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