Our Programs

City Positive Youth Summer Program is a youth leadership program in Elmhurst, Queens, created to empower high school students to make a meaningful difference in their neighborhood. Our mission is to help young leaders identify real community needs, develop creativity, grow in emotional intelligence, and take action for the good of Elmhurst.

We are looking for high school students, ages 14 to 18, who are not entering college yet and who are creative, efficient, warm, energetic, and passionate about bettering the Elmhurst community.

Through City Positive Youth, students will gain hands-on leadership experience, build emotional awareness, strengthen communication and teamwork skills, and partner with local leaders, elected officials, and nonprofit organizations on real community projects.

Students will also receive:

• 150 official community service hours from City Mission

• Certificate of completion

• Free halal-compliant lunch during the program.

The program creates a safe and supportive space where students can grow personally, learn how to care for one another, and contribute to the well-being of their neighborhood. In addition to community projects and leadership development, students will participate in emotional awareness workshops, team-building activities, and Dinner Fridays, where they will cook, serve, and build soft skills together.

Interview Schedule (interviews are mandatory):

Friday, June 19, 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM or Saturday, June 20, 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM

Location: City Mission, 88-28 Corona Ave, Elmhurst, NY

Program Schedule July 6 to July 31

Mandatory program days: Monday to Thursday, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM Dinner Fridays, 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM

In the heart of Elmhurst, NY, many men find themselves living in tents or cardboard shelters, struggling to survive on the streets. These men, often fathers and brothers, dream of providing for their families but face the harsh reality of assimilation in this country, and specifically, limited job opportunities. Fundados steps in to offer more than just food and clothing. It offers a chance to rebuild dignity and self-worth. Through job support, book studies, and essential resources, Fundados helps these men regain their independence, providing the tools they need to break free from homelessness and create a better future for themselves and their families.

Each week at St. James Episcopal Church, these groups of men gather, seeking more than just a meal– they’re looking for a place to feel seen and valued. Here, through the Fundados program, they receive a hot lunch, a much-needed shower, and a chance to connect with caring locals who treat them with kindness and respect. In these moments, they are reminded that they matter. The program isn’t just about meeting dire needs. It’s about restoring dignity and building a community where these men can find hope, support, and the encouragement they need to take steps toward a brighter and more independent future.

Aya Sevilla - Director of Fundados
email: ayasevilla316@gmail.com

NextGen Realtors: Licensing Program

A Real Estate Licensing Course for High School Seniors (77 hour course). Ready to make your first real money move? This course is for high school seniors and college students — and by the end, you’ll be a licensed real estate agent in New York! To take the state exam, you must be 18, so think ahead if you are currently 17 years old!

Use the link below to register.