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Project Cornerstone

For more than 25 years, YMCA Project Cornerstone has helped create communities where young people feel valued, respected, and known.

We partner with schools, families, educators, and caring adults to help youth build strong relationships, develop social and emotional skills, and grow into confident, compassionate leaders.

Each year, your support helps us create meaningful impact across our community:
     - 60,000+ youth building confidence, connection, and a sense of belonging
     - 3,000+ volunteers creating positive relationships and supportive school communities
     - 180+ school partners fostering caring, inclusive environments where students can thrive
     - 1,000+ parents and caregivers gaining tools and support to strengthen relationships with youth

Through Project Cornerstone programs, youth experience meaningful connections with caring adults, discover their strengths, strengthen empathy and resilience, and learn how to positively contribute to the world around them.

"Project Cornerstone has impacted my life a lot. I learned many techniques on how to be a better person. I also learned that empathy is very important and I love the people that do Project Cornerstone!” — Student Participant

At the heart of our work is the belief that every young person deserves the relationships, support, and opportunities they need to reach their full potential. Together, we are creating caring families, schools, and communities where all youth can thrive.