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Neighbors served since 1993 Neighborhood families served annually When we ask young people and families what Urban Ventures means to them, we hear the same words again and again: belonging, second chances, safety, and hope. Take a moment to hear it directly from them. What Lasting Impact Looks Like When someone asks what Urban Ventures does, we usually want to introduce them to someone. Middle school soccer at Urban Stars Mentorship from coaches and staff A safe place to belong after school Business owneremploying 40+ people Affordable housingfor 14 families Co-owner of a mental health agency Mentor to young adults Homework help in 2nd grade Meals through Kid’s Café A place to be known and supported Act Six Scholarand college graduate with no debt Financial planner helping families build stability Mentor to two young men Parenting and financial literacy classes Living paycheck to paycheck Unsure how to build savings Homeownersafter saving their first $1,000 Owners of a remodeling business Building generational wealth Helping other families improve their homes Through relationships, short-term help grows into long-term transformation. Carlos, Tian, Saul and Maria are proof that long-term change is possible. These are the kind of stories you make possible when you give. How We Create Lasting Impact High-quality early education→ A strong foundation for lifelong learning After-school tutoring and programs→ Students on track academically with a place to belong Long-term mentorship→ Guidance, accountability, and someone who believes in them Athletics, arts, and youth development→ Confidence, belonging, and trusted adults College and career support→ A clear path to well-paying work without crushing debt Adult and family programs→ Second chances, economic stability, and strength at home This is what happens when short-term help becomes long-term support. What Makes Urban Ventures Different? Urban Ventures exists because our neighbors deserve more than short-term fixes. They deserve safety, dignity, opportunity, and a community that doesn’t look away. If you’re here for the first time, we’re glad you found us. Here’s how to take a next step. Stories from our neighborhood, updates on the work, and simple ways to be part of it. Join a team that creates steady, safe spaces for kids as a tutor, a coach, or a consistent presence. Your gift keeps staff present, programs running, and families supported. This is how lasting change gets funded. What happens when a community doesn’t look away?Come find out.