About Us
Youth Development
"Founded in August 2005, 'Powerful Young Adults' stands as a dynamic grassroots organization with a clear and impactful mission: to ignite positive change for at-risk and under-served young adults within the vibrant North Greenwood Community of Clearwater, Florida. Our commitment to fostering growth and empowerment is at the heart of our story, and we invite you to join us in shaping a brighter future." Today, our accomplished alumni encompass a diverse array of professions, including doctors, lawyers, nurses, fraud investigators, HR analysts, customer service supervisors, pharmacists, child care owners and directors, and many more, embodying the true essence of our mission's success.
"Since our inception, and with the generous support of our sponsors, we have had the privilege of positively impacting the lives of more than 800 students from Clearwater and across the entire Tampa Bay Area. Our extensive range of offerings includes invaluable resources such as free mentorship, comprehensive job training, seamless employment placement, eye-opening college tours, immersive job shadowing experiences, coveted internships, and dynamic job fairs, among others. PYA is a testament to how caring and devoted people can change the lives of people forever!
Opportunity
We understand that education unlocks the door for youth to build and grow. P.Y.A. students are currently enrolled at Bethune Cookman College, St. Petersburg College, University of South Florida, Galen School of Nursing, FAMU, University of Central Florida, Florida State University, Hillsborough Community College, Gailand School of Nursing, Clarke University, and more. We have given training and employment opportunities to over 750 young adults throughout the Tampa Bay Area. Some of our students were employed by the City of Clearwater, Pinellas County Government, FIS, Early Learning Coalition, Raymond James, Ulta, Bank of America, Regions Bank, US Military, Coco Cola, Publix Supermarket, Brighthouse, Target, Tampa Bay Treshers, CVS, Macy's, Hillsborough County Schools and many more.
The photo captioned is from our recent job fair at the Clearwater Main Library, where we provided job training and employment opportunities.
Social Responsibility
"At P.Y.A. Youth Services, our commitment to community responsibility runs deep. Our dedicated members have collectively contributed more than 2,500 hours of community service across the vibrant City of Clearwater.
We take immense pride in being pioneers as the first youth organization to embrace the stewardship of Cherry Harris Park, a tribute to one of our esteemed civil rights activists and voting advocates.
Our students actively engage in volunteer work, extending their support to the Willa Carson Wellness Center, Relay for Life, and various City of Clearwater events, including Latin Fest and the Jazz Festival. Additionally, they generously share their time and compassion at the North Greenwood Library and with our cherished local senior citizens. Join us in our mission to make a meaningful impact within our beloved community."
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY:
"PYA is an excellent program and is needed in our community today to allow our students to have an different exposure of the many opportunities available to them. Also, my daughter was a active member of PYA during her school tenure and afterward, which assisted a great deal in building her character. Thank you both for your diligent work in making our community a better place for our children. "
Andrea Gammon