Inspiring the next generation of Leaders

 

Our mission

The mission of the C5 Youth Foundation of Southern California, is to change the odds for high-potential teens from under-resourced communities by inspiring them to pursue personal success, while preparing them for leadership roles in school, college, work and their communities.

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INSPIRE

Thousands of first generation, under resourced Leaders have benefited from our programs.

LEAD

Annually, 72 middle school Leaders join our multi-year youth development and college access program.

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SUCCEED

100% of C5 Leaders graduate high school and receive the tools and skills necessary to pursue successful college and professional careers.

 

 Programs

  • Students in kayaks

    Year 1: Camp
    Learning to lead myself.

  • Students backpacking

    Year 2: Bridges
    Expanding my horizons.

  • Students at University of Oregon

    Year 3: Road To College (RTC)
    Exploring my future.

  • Students smiling

    Year 4: ACT Now
    Engaging my community.

  • Students sitting on college lawn, smiling

    Year 5: College Bootcamp
    Realizing my vision.

  • Graduates on UCLA steps

    And Beyond
    Achieving my goals.

Learn more

Get Involved

  • Kids with life vests standing by lake smiling

    Are you an 8th grader with a sense of purpose and adventure? Learn how to become a Leader at C5LA.

    Become a Leader
  • Student sitting at desk submitting college applications on her laptop

    Are you a teacher or counselor with a bright student in mind? Learn more about nominating them to be a Leader.

    Nominate a leader
  • Donors speaking to student at fundraiser gala

    Interested in supporting our Leaders and our mission? Learn how to become a partner.

    Partner with us

Follow Us

Thank you to @rexford_industrial for hosting our Leaders for a successful Executive Leadership Lunch! 🤝 ELLs allow our Leaders to get exposure to career pathways and learn more about job opportunities available at different companies. Partner organ
Earlier this month, our Leaders attended BoricaActivatEd’s advocacy training aimed to educate communities about civic engagement. Partnering with UCLA Early Headstart, our Leaders practiced their communication and collaboration skills by devel
ATTENTION SENIORS applying to college! Please make a note of these application dates for the upcoming season. Don’t procrastinate AND make sure you reach out to your college advisor at C5LA for support throughout this process! #C5LA #UC #