Young Adult Youth Leaders, Inc.

Changing the Community...One Step at a Time



YAYL Annual Xmas Toy Drive


Y.A.Y.L. needs your help!


Young Adult Youth Leaders, Inc. (Y.A.Y.L.) is seeking financial sponsors to support our Annual Christmas toy Drive. Your contribution could be 100% tax deductible. Our goal this year is to serve over 125 children with Christmas gifts. Established in 2003, we are a non-profit 501c3 certified community outreach organization with an emphasis on inner-city and underserved youth. 


This Holiday season we are trying to support the families who have been disproportionately affected by the higher inflation cost. We understand that many families are struggling to put food on the table and obtain basic necessities. Y.A.Y.L. would like to support them by bringing some Christmas cheer and easing the burden of everyday life.

The history of YAYL

We are the next generation of Youth Leaders

Young Adult Youth Leaders, Inc. (Y.A.Y.L.) established in 2003, is a non-profit 501c3 certified community outreach agency with the goal of developing the next generation of Young Adult Youth Leaders. With a primary focus on at-risk youth in the Central Florida urban areas, we believe with our unique approach, support, leadership, and strategies  our objective can be reached and our vision can be accomplished. 


Our mission is to inspire positive social change by empowering at-risk youth to overcome adversity resulting in lasting lifestyle changes consequently strengthening our communities.

Creating the next generation of Youth Leaders

Understanding many of the challenges our youth face today, Young Adult Youth Leaders, Inc. offers an innovative approach to systemic issues.  Y.A.Y.L. emphasizes the importance of positive behavior, actions & consequences, communication and social engagement. We also encourage community volunteer activities, participate in social development through group events and anti-bullying practices. 


These are just a few of the ways we inspire positive social change by empowering at-risk youth to overcome adversity and embrace leadership. In doing so, the expectation of lasting lifestyle changes that will enhance the journey to a more productive future, consequently strengthening our communities.

The leadership of YAYL

Andra McCarty, Founder/CEO

Mrs. McCarty has led a 20-year-old youth development organization which centers around at-risk youth, helping to guide them back on a productive path for success. 


Since starting Young Adult Youth Leaders Inc (Y.A.Y.L) Mrs. McCarty has introduced an exciting new strategy to allow more youth to achieve positive outcomes in three priority areas: Citizenship, Good Character, Healthy Lifestyles and encouraging Academic Success. To support (Y.A.Y.L.)  fostering these vital outcomes, Mrs. McCarty emphasizes the importance of building organizational capacity, improving program quality and consistency while being a leading advocate for the youth.Every member of our board of directors is an experienced leader who has made significant contributions to our society. 


Programs & Services

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How you can help!

Here at Y.A.Y.L.  we understand that it takes a community to build a community. 


Ways you can get involved:


  • Partner with us  - YAYL is seeking financial partnerships and community sponsors to help us provide invaluable services to our community.  We are a 501c3 certified non-profit organization and your donations could be 100 % tax deductible. Please contact us by email or phone (321) 276-7938.
  • Volunteer with us - We are always looking for commited individuals with integrity and the unyeilding desire to serve. Please be aware that all volunteers will be strictly vetted and must pass an extensive background check. 
  • Donate - Although we are a community outreach agency, we serve a population who are at a financial disadvantage and cannot afford most of the services offered.
  • Become a Member Participant - Aligning with our vision of creating the next generation of leaders, Y.A.Y.L. offers youth memberships.  Becoming a member participant allows us to go beyond providing programs and services to the community.  Our member participants receive additional benefits that encourage growth, comradeship, leadership, personal development and discounted programs and services.

Someone Who Cares

At Y.A.Y.L., we believe in creating the next generation of youth leaders.  Youth thrive when a caring mentor sees and champion their potential.  


A good mentor is there to listen, to support, to care.


Key areas of focus:

  • Anti-bullying eductation
  • Communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Critical Thinking
  • Goal Setting
  • Leadership
  • Life Skills
  • Self Accountability

Tutoring Flyer

Unlock your learning potential.

Y.A.Y.L.  offers In-Person after school tutoring services for students in grades K - 12. 


  • 1-on-1 Tutoring with Highly Personalized Instruction
  • Live Small Group Tutoring 
  • Assessments & Practice
  • Variety of subjects to fit all areas of learning

Work before Play

Y.A.Y.L's  after school care provides the perfect balance of work and play.  We offer a safe engaging learning and recreational environment for school age children. 


Homewok has to be completed prior to participating in any recreational activities.


After School Care includes:

  • Daily snacks 
  • Homework help
  • 1 hour of tutoring or educational activities
  • School Holiday closures

Summer Camp Flyer

Let the fun begin

Every year Y.A.Y.L. host an 8-week Summer Camp.  

  • June 3rd -July 22, 2024 (Closed July 4th & 5th) 
  • Hours: 7:30 am – 4:00 pm -(extended hours available)
  • Multi-child discounts 
  • Weekly Low Rates 
  • Ages 5 - 14

Included Daily:

  • 1 hour of  tutoring (except Fridays)
  • Breakfast & snacks

Included weekly if weather permits:

  • Water trips or events
  • Friday Field Trips (additional cost)

Click Here to Sponsor Summer Camp Tuition for a participant.

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We support our communities

In line with building the next generation of youth leaders, we take pride in demonstrating what leadership looks like.  This is done by having our youth participate in our annual community giveaways.


Every year Y.AY.L. support its local community with these annual activities:

  • Back to school supply giveaway
  • Thanksgiving dinner distribution
  • Christmas party and toy giveaway

Testimonials

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    "Y.A.Y.L. has helped teach my child how to be confident but most importantly about GOD" 

    - Cliff

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    "I would like to say thank you to this wonderful organization for the Christmas gifts for my 4 children God bless you all humbly I thank you all"       - Latasha Turner

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    "Deciding to enroll my daughter at YAYL was the best decision I could of made. I was searching for a summer camp for her and my 2 niece from Alabama to go too while I worked so they wouldn’t be in the house all day. I wanted to put them where I could trust the person who was taking care of them and that was intimate enough that they wouldn’t be lost in a sea of kids. I don’t play about my baby’s! I was so grateful that I remembered Ms. A having a program and it was a wrap from there. Now I’m an active parent. My daughter loves going for Step class and weekly activities with other girls her age and my nieces won’t take they foot off my neck about getting them for the summer again so they can go to summer camp. I’m definitely happy with my decision and my baby’s will be with Ms.A until the end of time!"

     - Ashanti

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    "I would like to thank you guys again for making this Christmas wonderful for 12 year little boy special".   - Tammie Payne

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  • Lathenia Jackson

    "Thanks to these Wonder people for the gifts donations to my Cousin she was extremely Grateful and Happy!!! U Guys Rock! Thank youuuu!!!"  - Lathenia Jackson

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