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

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    Year 1: Camp
    Learning to lead myself.

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Get Involved

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

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

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

    Partner with us

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🎉 Big welcome to the C5LA Class of 2029! 🎓✨ You’ve taken the first step on an incredible journey of leadership, growth, and opportunity. Over the next five years, you’ll build lifelong friendships, challenge yourself in new ways, and d
🌍✨ What an unforgettable day at the Cultural Awareness Pathway event! ✨🌍 From engaging discussions on unconscious bias to powerful museum tours at the California African American Museum, our Leaders deepened their understanding of identity, inclus
Meet our incredible new interns – Emily, Joanna, Liam, and Hien! 🎉✨ Thanks to our partnership with Hillside (@youthmovingon), they’ll be working alongside the C5LA team, bringing fresh ideas and energy to our programming and social medi