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Youth R Us Foundation logo Detroit, MI · 501(c)(3) · EIN 92-1809521

Helping youth heal, grow, and move forward after loss.

Youth R Us Foundation provides grief counseling, mentorship, entrepreneurship, and arts programming to Detroit youth ages 5 to 18.

Youth R Us basketball team on the court in DetroitYouth R Us community gathering in DetroitTeens in a Youth R Us emotional wellness workshop

Showing up on the court and off.

HealGrowMove ForwardDetroit StrongAges 5 to 18200+ Youth ServedGrief CounselingEntrepreneurshipArts & CraftsMentorship
HealGrowMove ForwardDetroit StrongAges 5 to 18200+ Youth ServedGrief CounselingEntrepreneurshipArts & CraftsMentorship
The Crisis

In Michigan, grief is a silent epidemic for our youth.

1 in 12
Michigan children will lose a parent or sibling by age 18
39,000+
Michigan youth currently grieving the loss of a parent
Top 2
Suicide is a leading cause of death for MI youth ages 10 to 24
70%
Of bereaved youth show behavioral or academic decline without support

Sources: Judi's House CBEM, CDC WISQARS, MDHHS youth mortality data.

01 · Inputs · What we invest

Funding & sponsorships
Trained staff & counselors
Volunteers & mentors
Community partnerships
02 · Activities · What We Do

Whole person programs, built for Detroit youth.

All Programs

Grief Counseling

Trained, relatable counselors hold safe space for youth navigating loss.

Youth Empowerment

Entrepreneurship and leadership that turn pain into purpose.

Arts & Crafts

Creative expression as a pathway to healing and self discovery.

Life Skills

Financial literacy, mentorship, and the everyday tools to thrive.

03 · Outputs & 04 · Outcomes · Our Impact

Real numbers. Real youth. Real Detroit.

Outputs · What we deliver
  • 200+ youth served
  • After school programs delivered
  • Summer camps hosted
  • Trunk or treats & back to school events
Outcomes · What changes
  • Healing & resilience after loss
  • Improved school engagement
  • Economic mobility through entrepreneurship
  • Stronger, connected community

200+

Youth served

300+

Volunteer hours

15+

Mentor connections

501(c)(3) · EIN 92-1809521 Detroit & Metro Detroit Ages 5 to 18