Our Mission: To support and celebrate lifelong learning and community growth by empowering the youth and families of mid-Michigan through skilled trades and life skills
Key Services
STEM TRADES: For nine years, ABC Youth has been empowering Flint’s youth through mentorship and hands-on trade training. From rehabbing homes to transforming communities, we strive to make a lasting impact on youth and the community. We engage youth in carpentry, STEM, electrical, and culinary programs.
Plans to Enhance Services
- Launch a trackable STEM Trades curriculum
- Grow robotics program participation by 35%
- Enhance community engagement and create a safe space for youth
- Expand enrollment by 30% to reach more
- Increase job shadowing opportunities by 15%
How can the community help?
- Donate: Every contribution helps us reach our $1.5M building fund goal. activeboysinchrist.org/donations/youth-training-center/
- Volunteer: Assist with events, mentorship, or community programs
- Spread the Word: Share our mission with schools, churches, and neighbors
- Follow Us: Stay connected on Facebook, Instagram, X and TikTok etc.
ABC Youth has received a $150,000 grant from the Anna Paulina Foundation toward our NEW Training Center. This momentum comes as we launch our $1.5 million Building Futures Campaign to construct a permanent Skilled Trades and STEM Training Center. Due to our growth over the years, we have outgrown our current rented space creating an urgent need for a new training center.
Your support helps raise $1.5 million for our vibrant state-of-the-art facility that will include skilled trades classrooms, STEM labs, a commercial kitchen, outdoor youth oasis, and career readiness programs. In this space, youth will learn valuable skills and build self-worth. All donations are Tax Exempt.
3D rendering of the planned state-of-the-art facility for ABC Youth
Future Events:
- STEM Trades Youth Training Center Fundraiser
- “Breaking Ground Together” – Launch Celebration Event
- Expanded Job Shadowing Opportunities – On-site contractor placements
Derrick Watkins, President & CEO of ABC Youth
Leadership
Derrick D. Watkins, President & CEO
2715 N. Averill Ave., Flint, MI 48506 | 810.348.8907 | activeboysinchrist@gmail.com | www.activeboysinchrist.org
