TEST - BETTER FAMILY LIFE YOUTH DEPT

IMPACT REPORT:

9,382 Children and Families served
109 Youth ages 16-24 received employment with over 20 employer partners with the Summer Jobs League. Over 10% of them were retained for employment at the site following their summer assignment.
17 At-risk youth graduated high school or received their high school equivalence diploma
3,500 youth were engaged at the annual Teen Empowerment Rally and KYPE performance within the St. Louis Metro Area including Illinois.
7,110 received comprehensive sexual health information and education. OAH has evidence-based research to show that our program is on of the most effective programs among other federal programs operating.
Over 400 youth engage in STEAM-based programs through our in-house and in-school after-school programs.
43,351 hot meals provided for youth during after-school hours and summer

In the wake of COVID-19, one of our top priorities is to assure the health and safety of our students as well as our staff. We support every decision to slow the spread of the coronavirus to assure the safety and well-being of our community. At this time, our public events and sporting events are postponed until further notice, however, our Youth Programs are currently available here at BFLYTV/E-Programs. Our department is currently mobile and open for business. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to call us at (314) 367-3440 ext. 701 or (314) 203-4427 or by email at youthdept@betterfamilylife.org

Please feel free to read about our COVID-19 Tips and Resources here .

Better Family Life stopped by the STL-TV studios to speak with Jade Harrell on Thursday, May 16th, 2019.

Better Family Life is an organization geared towards enlightening the community and providing activities for those of all ages to engage and participate in. They’re hosting open auditions for their KYPE program Kuumba Youth Performance Ensemble, an after-school program; and don’t forget to sign up for the S.A.F.E. Passage Summer Camp which begins on Tuesday, June 4th.
Youth will receive training and opportunities to perform at local events.

For more information about this program call 314-650-1579 or visit bflyouth.org/KYPE

BETTER FAMILY LIFE'S ANNUAL JR. UNITY BALL IS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 29TH!!!

Better Family Life presents the 7th Annual Jr. Unity Ball on Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020 at Better Family Life located at 5415 Page Blvd. St. Louis, MO. 63112. This year, we're rolling out the red carpet, "ROARING TWENTIES" style!

This event is open to the public for youth ages 5-18! Tickets are available in advance or at the door! Cost: $10/per person! Sponsorships and donations are welcome! Parents can drop off and pick up their children or attend at no additional cost. A special parents room will be available which includes dinner, entertainment and parent activities.

Better Family Life attends the National Soccer Game USA vs. Uruguay at Busch Stadium | #USMNT

Young Lives Matter National Peace and Empowerment Rally takes place at Better Family Life

Better Family Life 2018 Teen Empowerment Rally at the Scottish Rite Theater

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BFL's vision, in partnership with viable stakeholders, is to enlighten and empower people to develop vibrant communities and enhance the capabilities of is residents. Central to this vision is the Better Family Life Cultural, Educational, and Business Center, which serves as the central hub of community gathering, learning, research, affordable housing and community development, entrepreneurial development and new business enterprise, vibrant neighborhoods, workforce development towards self-sufficiency and civic activism.

To plan and establish culturally competent/responsive and holistic approach through social, cultural, artistic, youth, economic, housing, and educational programs to develop positive and innovative changes within the family system of low income individuals who are unemployed, underemployed, disadvantaged or skill deficient.

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