Shaping Tomorrow Together
Youthrupters Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit for students ages 12-17, helping them explore civic engagement and leadership beyond the classroom. We connect students across zip codes—from all five NYC boroughs, New York State, and nationwide—so they can learn, collaborate, and grow together.
Through curated experiences, students translate their interests and curiosities into real-world action. They sharpen critical thinking, analytical skills, and historical understanding, realizing their power to help create a fair and just society.
Let’s Build and Shape Tomorrow, Together
Students build on what they learn in school while practicing skills to critically analyze and evaluate information through the following program strands:
Podcasts, Blogs, and Vlogs
Debates and Book Talks
Virtual Lyceums (Webinars)
Hobby-Based Expression and Engagement
Virtual and In-Person Experiences
Most sessions are virtual, connecting students from across schools, neighborhoods, and states. In-person sessions occur across NYC through schools, faith-based organizations, public libraries, and community programs.
Through these activities, students practice:
Students participate under a shared code of engagement, ensuring a safe and rewarding experience. All content produced—podcasts, blogs, vlogs, debates, and webinars—is featured on the Youthrupters Inc. website for students to showcase their learning and creativity.
Youth Engagement In Action
At Youthrupters Inc., students bring their ideas to life through engaging programs, creative projects, and collaborative experiences.
Share and Learn Together
Connect with peers nationwide and turn curiosity into action while building leadership and independence.