Four E Youth Organization Inc

Programs

1. Outdoor Skills Camping Trip - A weekend Camping Trip at Skull Shoals Campground provided 30 youth with the opportunity to engage in outdoor education and hands-on learning. The overnight trip focused on teaching outdoor survival skills including basic camping techniques teamwork and problem-solving. The trip also promoted physical activity and connected youth with nature which is often an underappreciated aspect of personal development for at-risk youth. This experience helped build resilience leadership skills and confidence in the youth participants while also encouraging collaboration and trust-building in a supportive group environment. The camping trip allowed the youth to gain valuable life skills that extended beyond the campsite into their daily lives and interactions.

   $1,465 spent

2. Cursive Writing Workshop - Cursive Writing Workshop which served 20 youth participants. This workshop focused on reviving a traditional skill often overlooked in modern education helping youth build fine motor skills self-confidence and appreciation for writing as an art form. Beyond the practical skills taught the workshop also provided a space for personal expression and creativity. This activity positively impacted the youth by offering them a sense of accomplishment and boosting their academic engagement especially as many of these youth have limited access to such extracurricular learning opportunities.

   $267 spent

3. Community Service Event - Every other month the organization hosted a Community Service Event where approximately 30 individuals including youth participants and their parents engaged in neighborhood cleanup efforts. This initiative encouraged youth to take an active role in improving their community while also fostering a sense of civic responsibility and teamwork. The involvement of parents strengthened community ties and demonstrated the importance of collaboration across generations. This activity promoted environmental stewardship created a sense of pride in the local neighborhood and allowed youth to see the immediate impact of their actions on their surroundings.

   $100 spent

4. Teen Domestic Violence Awareness Session - In partnership with Safe Homes the organization hosted a Teen Domestic Violence Awareness Session aimed at educating 30 teens about the dangers and signs of domestic violence. This critical session provided teens with important tools to identify prevent and seek help for domestic violence situations. The event was hosted at the local library making it accessible to a wider group of youth. By addressing such an important and often stigmatized issue the workshop empowered the youth with knowledge and resources helping them to build healthy respectful relationships and providing support for those who may be experiencing similar challenges at home.

   $50 spent

The 4 programs described on its FY2022 Form 990-PF.