Hover over or double‑click a program logo to view details about our empowerment programs.
To register, please complete the form below. Programs will appear on the calendar once they are scheduled. Scheduled programs are added when a full member roster is confirmed.
Restoring Our Youth Organization, Inc. currently offers six empowerment programs available for member participation. Please note that some program schedules may overlap. Members are encouraged to carefully review each program’s description, dates, and times prior to registering to ensure full participation without scheduling conflicts.
For families who may need financial assistance, additional information is available regarding our Help‑A‑Hand Payment Plan, which is designed to support access to our programs while easing financial burden.
The safety and well‑being of our youth, teens, and young adults is our highest priority. To ensure a safe and secure environment, all volunteer staff and organizational leaders who have direct contact with youth or teen members—whether virtual or in person—are required to successfully complete a background check. These screenings are conducted through our trusted partner, Sterling Volunteers. To learn more about Sterling Volunteers and their screening process, please visit:
https://www.sterlingvolunteers.com/about/
All information obtained through the background check process is safeguarded in accordance with our confidentiality policy. If you would like to request a copy of this policy or need additional information, please contact our Compliance Department at compliance@restoringouryouth.com.
The Growing Futures Program is designed to help our youth, teens, young adults, and communities achieve :

Our Services with a Smile" engages our members in volunteer service, benefiting communities and partners. The program cultivates respect, responsibility, leadership, and teamwork, instilling core values while giving back to our communities. Members earn volunteer credit hours for their contributions and apply them back to high school, college internships, and more.

Our Dance program offers a dynamic and enriching experience for members of all levels. We provide expert instruction in a variety of dance forms, including hip hop, jazz, and modern, fostering creativity, discipline, and teamwork. Through regular public performances and special events, members showcase their talents and share their love of dance with the community. The program is deeply rooted in our values and our motto.

Our Plant a Seed" has a simple yet powerful goal: to birth leaders. The program provides hands-on experience in project planning and leadership through collaborative projects that embody our core values. Instruction includes:

BookaBoo invites youth aged 5-15 into a world of captivating short stories filled with playful "peek-a-boo" surprises. These stories are crafted to capture their imaginations, hone their listening skills, and encourage them to reflect on the characters and their own potential. Our goal is to empower each child to recognize their unique strengths and envision a brighter future as a successful leader.
Poetry learning and instruction is also included for teens and young adults.

The Your Choice program fosters unity among members and within the organization, providing unwavering support throughout their journey. Through self-building skills and tasks, members develop personal and professional attributes, preparing them for a productive future while fulfilling court-ordered volunteer hour requirements.
