- Area(s) of Focus: Community Health & Civic Life, Economy, Education
- Key Indicator(s): Group Membership (% of adults 18 and over involved in social, civic, sports, and religious groups), Volunteerism (% of adults ages 18 and older who did volunteer work any time in the previous year), Poverty (% of population below poverty line), On-Time High School Graduation (% of freshmen who graduate in four years), Associates Degree or Higher (% of adults 25 and over)
- State(s): Massachusetts
Our mission is to grow a vibrant community of self-motivated learners and leaders by: offering high-quality educational activities; developing supportive long-term relationships; providing personalized opportunities for success.
With close personal relationships and a strong sense of community, YDO wraps student engagement in support measures that lower barriers to participation. This approach enables YDO to create intentional, personalized pathways for students to broaden their exposure and build upon their strengths en route to post-secondary education and career success.