Welcome to the Flint & Genesee County Opportunity Youth Coalition
A collaborative community dedicated to creating positive change for Opportunity Youth (16-24 year-olds disengaged from school and work). The Opportunity Youth Coalition (OYC), brings together over 25+ local organizations, each committed to building and scaling reconnection pathways for young adults aged 16-24.
Our Mission: At the heart of the OYC is the mission to achieve better outcomes in education, employment, and overall well-being for Opportunity Youth. The OYC strives to make a lasting impact on individual lives and contribute to the broader social and economic fabric for the young people currently disengaged from work and education in Genesee County (MI).
What We Offer:
Diverse Collaborations: Connect with over 25 local organizations, each contributing unique strengths and perspectives.
Collective Impact: Join a network that believes in the power of collective impact, leveraging partnerships to enhance access to vital resources and opportunities.
Empowerment: Work towards building pathways that empower Opportunity Youth to realize their full potential and achieve financial success and independence.
Community Happenings
Crossover Outreach Winter Coat Program 2025:
STARTING November 4th, Kids in need of coats receive a NEW winter coat, hat, and gloves/mittens until we run out! This program runs from November 4th through the end of December 2025 – LIMIT of 1 new coat per child, per year. NOTE: Parents MUST provide MDHHS paperwork confirming children live in their household!
CROSSOVER OUTREACH:
414 W. Court Street | Flint MI 48503 | Office 810-234-2479
Explore the Beyond Graduation Website for Career & College Planning
The Genesee Intermediate School District has launched the Beyond Graduation website for Genesee County residents, ages 14-26.
If your organization supports students who are preparing for life after high school, please check out the Beyond Graduation website. This user-friendly hub is packed with resources for Genesee County students, including career exploration, college planning, scholarship tips, FAFSA guidance, trade/apprenticeship options, and more.
Visit: bg.geneseeisd.org/home
Feel free to share this resource with students, families, and partner organizations as a trusted tool to help guide the next step beyond high school.
Reminder: Share Your Input: OYC Survey Open!
We’re gathering feedback from all Opportunity Youth Coalition members to help set coalition-wide metrics and goals for lowering youth disconnection rates in Genesee County.
Input recieved through this survey is how we’ll shape our next steps before our December 3rd meeting. Thank you for helping guide our collective work!
Complete the survey here: https://forms.gle/GYsCN5X6g4KHBLa87
Flint & Genesee County Coalition Members
Boys & Girls Club of Greater Flint | Catholic Charities of Genesee County |City of Flint- Office of Public Health | Crossover Outreach | Flint & Genesee Group | The Disability Network | Flint & Genesee Literacy Network | Flint/Genesee Job Corps Center | Flint Strive | GEARup2Lead | Genesee County Prevention Coalition | Genesee County Youth Corporation | Genesee Intermediate School District | Genesee Health System | Greater Flint Health Coalition | GST Michigan Works | The Hope Network | Hurley Hospital - Trauma Recovery Center | The Luke Clinic | MADE Institute | Michigan Rehabilitation Services | Mott Children’s Health Center | Mott Community College | Mt. Morris Consolidated Schools | Priceless Dreams, Inc. | Success Virtual Learning Center | Sylvester Broome Empowerment Village | Voices for Children Child Advocacy Center
The Flint & Genesee County Opportunity Youth Coalition is a proud member of the Aspen Institute’s Opportunity Youth Forum.
Learn more here: https://www.aspencommunitysolutions.org/opportunity-youth-forum/
Meeting Recaps:
How to Get Involved:
Are you passionate about creating opportunities for young adults to thrive? Join us in our mission! Whether you represent an organization, business, or community initiative, your contribution can make a significant difference. Reach out to us to explore partnership opportunities and learn more about how you can be part of the Opportunity Youth Coalition: Tiffany Rouser at tiffany@engageflint.com or 810-545-7070.
Together, let's create a future where every young person has the chance to succeed and contribute to a stronger, more vibrant society.