Alonzo Mourning to be honored with Stuart Scott award
The NBA legend will be honored with the second annual Stuart Scott IMPACT Award by the V Foundation in December. Video: https://abcnews.com/video/136457767/
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Health Foundation of South Florida Invests $225,000 to Establish Overtown Youth Center as a Community Health Access Hub
The three-year investment pairs onsite telehealth with dedicated Community Health Navigators to connect local families to screenings, chronic disease management, and primary care MIAMI, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Health Foundation of South Florida today announced a $225,000 investment over three years to support the Overtown Youth Center (OYC) as it works to establish itself as a community health access…
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Behind the Scenes: Coca-Cola Career Tour Offers Real-World Insight for OYC Students
OYC Miami high school students recently took part in a hands-on career exploration tour of the Coca-Cola Distribution Center, getting an inside look at how one of the world’s largest brands keeps its operations running smoothly. From the coordination of logistics to the precision of daily operations, students saw firsthand how teamwork, discipline, and efficiency…
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Rise Up Pitch Competition Ignites Entrepreneurial Ambition
OYC Miami recently hosted the Rise Up with OYC Miami Pitch Competition, a powerful evening of purpose and possibility. Seven inspiring entrepreneurs—Aaden & Addi Sweet Treats; M. Rose Designs; Historic Overtown Colored Town; The Drop; BX; Generation Nexxt Training; and Sacred Flavors—took the stage, each pitching their vision for a share of $25,000 in prizes.…
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Families Growing Stronger Together: Congratulations to Our Latest Nurturing Parenting Graduates
OYC Miami is thrilled to announce that a group of dedicated parents recently graduated from our Nurturing Parenting Program — one of our signature family‑support initiatives. This program is designed to equip parents and caregivers with culturally relevant strategies and tools to support their children’s growth and development from early childhood through adolescence. Over the…
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OYC Miami’s Annual Report Is Now Available!
The OYC Miami 2025 Annual Report is here—and it’s a powerful reflection of what we’ve accomplished together. From transformative youth programs to community-wide initiatives across our five Pillars of Impact, this year’s report highlights how your support has helped us uplift, empower, and drive generational change. ✨ Dive into our story, explore the data, and…
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OYC Miami Staff Unlock New Skills with AI Training from Purple Horizon
As part of our Brunch & Build professional development series, OYC Miami staff participated in an engaging session led by Ralph Quintero and Gianni D’Alerta of Purple Horizon, diving into the fast-evolving world of Artificial Intelligence. The session, “AI: The Superpower You Didn’t Know You Had,” offered practical tools and insights on how AI can…
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City of Hollywood Explores OYC Miami’s Impact
OYC Miami was proud to welcome Mayor Josh Levy and officials from the City of Hollywood for a special visit and tour of our campus. Guided by our founder Alonzo Mourning, CEO Tina Brown, Board Member Arshi Siddiqui Meek, and OYC Miami staff, the delegation explored firsthand the programs and spaces that support youth and…
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Youth Step Into Firefighting Careers with Hands-On Experience
OYC Miami high school students teamed up with youth from Touching Miami with Love for a powerful, hands-on exploration of firefighting careers—thanks to immersive sessions hosted by Miami Beach Fire, Miami Fire Rescue, and the Miami-Dade Fire Academy. From climbing stairwells with fire hoses to mastering water stream techniques, students got a firsthand look at…
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Bulldogs Basketball Draft Tips Off the Season with Energy and Purpose
The excitement was palpable as OYC Miami’s Basketball Bulldogs launched their new season with a high-energy draft event that marked the official formation of five competitive youth teams. With roaring cheers and team spirit on full display, the draft not only set the stage for thrilling matchups—it also signaled the start of a season rooted…
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