BOYKINS YOUTH FOUNDATION

The Boykins Youth Foundations focuses on expanding the overall fitness (mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual) of youth and their ability to effectively cope with life events such as bullying and academic advancement. Youth learn leadership skills through the interaction health, wellness, fitness and activities along with healthy eating.

TYAN GRADUATE!

Houston, TX

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“Knowing that my job is to help youth achieve their full potential and to help them feel happier and better about themselves brings a huge smile to my face and helps me sleep better at night!”

Chris Boykins - Founder

WHY PARTNER WITH TYAN?

HTFX aims to clarify structures in their organization for to youth involvement and pave the way for greater reliance on youth voice. The TYAN partnership also offers a unique opportunity to engage staff who have been only indirectly involved with YAC previously, especially higher-level leadership.

ACHIEVEMENTS

  • BYF has successfully hosted 6 Back-to-School drives, where laptops and other school supplies were distributed to youth in-need

  • During the pandemic, Boykins Youth Foundation offered free in-person and virtual workout sessions for youth in Houston. They offered these workouts every week, where the youth would take turns teaching each other new exercises and practicing their leadership skills.