Young Black & Brilliant

We BREAK the I.C.E. in YOUNG PEOPLE

We INSPIRE our youth to be brilliant.

We CULTIVATE confidence and passion in our youth.
We EMBRACE and support each child with open arms and
celebrate their uniqueness.

Our Mission

"Our mission is to foster personal growth and positive social connections among youth through literacy enrichment, leadership development, life skills, and community engagement.."

Where Young People Grow in Confidence, Character, and Community

Young Black and Brilliant is a youth development organization dedicated to fostering confidence, self-expression, and growth in young people. We remain committed to creating a space where young people feel supported, confident, and equipped to thrive.

Our Vision

Young Black and Brilliant (YB&B) envisions a future where every young person experiences the transformative power of literacy, empowering them to build confidence, create opportunities, and achieve lifelong success.

Testimonials

Here's what our Youth have to say:

"YB&B is very inviting. I have never felt left out!"

—Taina Harrison |YB&B member| 9th grade student

"I can be myself at YB&B, and people don't treat me differently. My favorite part is the food and the games we play during our sessions based on the book we're reading."

— Tahlor L.| YB&B Member | 9th grade student

"YB&B is a welcoming community where we can learn about our people and read books. One thing I enjoy the most is when we share our and highs and lows from the week during the session. It has helped me open up, listen to others, and understand what they're going through in their lives."

— Nayeelah J. |YB&B member | 6th grade student

Our Impact

Together, here's what we accomplished during the 2025–2026 program year.

YB&B Book Club -Registration Now Open!

Join our 9-month Literacy Enrichment Program for youth ages 11–16, where participants build literacy skills, develop leadership, strengthen life skills, and connect through meaningful community experiences.

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Thank You to Our Sponsors and Community Partners Who Make Our Mission Possible.