Wyman Center

Wyman Center Wyman amplifies youth voice & leadership, elevates social connections, & expands opportunities for young people who face economic & systemic barriers.

Wyman connects teens to their voices, their strengths, and their futures through proven programs and supports. We are experts in working with teens and young adults, and we have an unrelenting belief in their power to positively shape their world. We believe every young person possesses the talent and potential to succeed and lead;
needs healthy connections with caring adults and peers; and deserv

es quality educational and life experiences, unencumbered by economic and systemic barriers. We envision a day when ALL young people thrive. Wyman is a nonprofit organization with a local and national impact. Our direct service programs serve more than 1,600 young people each year. We extend our reach through partnerships locally and across the country to serve more than 3,000 young people in the St. Louis area, and more than 30,000 across the country. Learn more at https://wymancenter.org

Tomorrow is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day for everyone to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr and celebrate the incredi...
01/19/2025

Tomorrow is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a day for everyone to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr and celebrate the incredible leader and advocate that he was during the Civil Rights Movement of the 1950s and 60s.

One of our TOP partners, Community Youth Concepts, is hosting a day of service and celebration at King Elementary School in Des Moines, IA.

Students who participate in the Teen Outreach Program - delivered by Community Youth Concepts, will lead service projects for their community. If you're in the Des Moines area and want to join, reach out to [email protected] or 515-243-4292. More information about this and other events in Des Moines can be found at https://hubs.ly/Q0322STl0

If you want to learn more about Dr. King, his legacy, and why it's important for us to carry on his work today visit https://hubs.ly/Q0322Z4v0

"We know that we have a lot of financial expertise to bring to the table for students as they navigate the financial aid...
01/18/2025

"We know that we have a lot of financial expertise to bring to the table for students as they navigate the financial aid process. We don’t have some of the same youth development leadership building skills that are a hallmark of the programming that Wyman does. And so, I think, that recognition that each organization has strengths, the respect that we have for one another is one of the biggest wins."

At Wyman, our mission is to connect teens to their voices, their strengths, and their futures and we work every day to make this a reality. We also know that we can't do this work alone and effective community partnerships are an important source of support for young people.

Our scholarship partnerships in particular play a critical role in postsecondary access, affordability, and overall experiences for Wyman Leaders teens. Recently, we researched our scholarship opportunities on a deeper level and found that the strength of our partnerships is an outcome of the work these organizations engage in AND a predictor of how youth experience the support provided. Strong partnerships are characterized by close relationships, consistent and open communication, and mutual respect for each organization's expertise. Financial support from a partnership like this is most effective in supporting youth in their postsecondary journey.

Read our full blog at https://hubs.ly/Q032kkHp0

💕As we kick off 2025, start with a simple act of care: creating your will. Our partnership with FreeWill helps you prote...
01/16/2025

💕As we kick off 2025, start with a simple act of care: creating your will. Our partnership with FreeWill helps you protect your family, finances, and the organizations - like Wyman - that you care about. Start the new year off with peace of mind using this free resource to get started: https://hubs.ly/Q0315Fmz0

Please join us in congratulating Nicki Thomson for celebrating 10 years with Wyman this week!Nicki joined Wyman in 2015 ...
01/15/2025

Please join us in congratulating Nicki Thomson for celebrating 10 years with Wyman this week!

Nicki joined Wyman in 2015 as our Research Analyst on the Research and Learning team and currently serves as the Senior Director for Research and Learning.

Over the last 10 years, Nicki has been an integral part in expanding and improving our research processes, measuring and sharing our outcomes, and using our results for quality improvement. She has performed research into each of Wyman's programs and the impacts that they have, presented her findings at numerous conferences, and published multiple studies and blogposts about Wyman's work.

Her dedication to Wyman and the young people we serve shows up in her work every day and she shares that her is "because of Wyman’s culture of learning; because of working with colleagues who are talented and passionate about empowering teens; and because of the opportunity to work toward a mission I believe in."

Congratulations Nicki on an amazing 10 years!

Are you ready to turn your travel dreams into reality? Here’s your chance! Our Golden Ticket Travel Drawing is BACK and ...
01/14/2025

Are you ready to turn your travel dreams into reality? Here’s your chance!

Our Golden Ticket Travel Drawing is BACK and offers an incredible opportunity to win one of four fabulous trips WHILE supporting Wyman!

🎟️ Ticket Sales: We’re only selling 100 tickets, so act fast! Grab yours for just $100 each or take advantage of our best deal - get 3 tickets for only $280!
📅 Important Date: The drawing will take place on April 5th during our Amplify Gala. Don't worry if you're not able to join us in person; you can still win big!
🌏 Choose Your Adventure: The lucky winner will select one of four trips and has up to 18 months to use their prize.

Learn more about each trip and get your tickets TODAY at https://hubs.ly/Q032g00V0

01/13/2025

Our mission at Wyman is to connect teens to their voices, their strengths, and their futures. One way we do this is by creating impactful opportunities and experiences for teens.

We connected with Wyman Leaders alum and new Wyman Board member Jalen Mathis this fall and he spoke about how impactful some of his experiences at Wyman were.

"We stayed at SEMO to experience that college life. As a high schooler, I'm sitting here in college dorms realizing and being able to step into this future reality and seeing it at a younger age which allowed me to become more comfortable with that transition. Having built those relationships with my peers and being in this new environment together is kind of what helped me be able to tackle life's biggest jumps."

If you're looking for more inspiration, visit our YouTube channel https://hubs.ly/Q032fHWJ0 to hear more from Jalen and other alumni.

Please join us in congratulating Wyman alum Chris 'Skywalker' Dailey II on his appointment to the City of St. Louis Boar...
01/12/2025

Please join us in congratulating Wyman alum Chris 'Skywalker' Dailey II on his appointment to the City of St. Louis Board of Health!

Chris is proud to be a servant, scholar, and leader in our community. In addition to his recent appointment to the Board, Chris serves at Affinia Healthcare, The BRIC (Bullet Related Injury Clinic) in the Delmar DivINe, and the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs here in St. Louis, MO. In addition, he is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and is a student leader at Logan University, where he will graduate this spring with his Doctorate of Chiropractic.

Chris took his oath this week for the Board of Health, and Christina and Allison were honored to join him, his family, and other supporters for this amazing accomplishment. Chris' commitment to service in the community as well as his incredible perspective, vision, and dedication to the well-being of his community will be invaluable on the Board.

Congratulations, Chris!

"Now, I’m graduating college a year early. No debt. I have a whole career set up outside, and I’m like, okay, I made all...
01/09/2025

"Now, I’m graduating college a year early. No debt. I have a whole career set up outside, and I’m like, okay, I made all the right connections and they gave me the resources to be successful post-secondary and into my professional life."

Wyman is committed to ensuring strong outcomes for youth, learning from our experiences, and centering the voices and perspectives of those we serve in our learning activities. Because of this commitment, we have been exploring the scholarship opportunities offered to Wyman Leaders through our partnerships and how those have shaped postsecondary experiences.

What did we find?
✅ Wyman offers a variety of scholarship opportunities that result in critical support and strong postsecondary outcomes for young people.
✅ Scholarship partners are focused on addressing the challenges of college affordability and emphasize the importance of funding flexibility.
✅ Wyman Leaders alumni & current youth stress the importance of financial support to their educational pursuits and future financial stability.

Read our full blog at https://hubs.ly/Q031vBvK0 to learn more about the critical role our partnerships play in the postsecondary experiences of Wyman Leaders.

01/08/2025

Our mission at Wyman is to connect teens to their voices, their strengths, and their futures. One way we do this is by creating opportunities for teens to experience new things and develop important life and leadership skills along the way.

This fall, we connected with several Wyman Leaders alumni, including Chris Dailey who spoke about how being exposed to new experiences during his time with Wyman continues to impact him today.

"I really appreciate that exposure, that experience. That was really one of the biggest things that I feel like all teens going forward could definitely benefit from...Some people just really don't know what's out there, what they can really get into, and the leader that they can really be."

Chris continues to be a servant, scholar, and a leader in our community, and continues to immerse himself in new and important experiences. He will graduate this spring with this Doctorate of Chiropractic from Logan University, and he was recently appointed to the City of St. Louis Board of Health by Mayor Tishaura Jones. Congratulations, Chris, on these incredible accomplishments!

If you're looking for more inspiration, visit our YouTube channel to hear more from Chris and other alumni, https://hubs.ly/Q031lSMn0

Drea joined Wyman in 6th grade and has participated in both the Teen Outreach Program and Wyman Leaders. One thing she h...
01/06/2025

Drea joined Wyman in 6th grade and has participated in both the Teen Outreach Program and Wyman Leaders. One thing she has really valued during her time with Wyman are the relationships she built with her coaches. “It’s a different type of family. With the coaches, I can call them whenever. If I need a recommendation or something, I know they’ll come through.”

The skills Drea learned through Wyman—communication, leadership, and resilience—helped her excel in college and beyond. This past May, she graduated from Southeast Missouri State University with a degree in corporate communication and is now pursuing a master’s in higher education while serving as a Hall Director.

As Wyman continues to connect teens to their voices, their strengths, and their futures, we want to ensure our entire community has the tools needed to plan for their own long-term success.

That’s why we partner with FreeWill and encourage you to create a will AND a legacy. By including Wyman in your plans, you'll continue supporting our mission in 2025 and for years to come.

Make your will today at https://hubs.ly/Q0315MTX0

01/04/2025

Save the Date!

Wyman's Amplify Gala is April 5, 2025 and we cannot wait to see you there!

The Gala is an incredible opportunity for the community to come together to celebrate young people and their voices, leadership, and determination.

Purchase your tickets or become a sponsor today at https://hubs.ly/Q03104t70. Your partnership will help further our mission of connecting teens to their voices, their strengths, and their futures.

See you April 5th!

01/02/2025

Our mission at Wyman is to connect teens to their voices, their strengths, and their futures. One way we do this is by creating opportunities for teens to build important life and leadership skills.

This fall, we connected with several Wyman Leaders alumni, including Kyah Donald who spoke about how the leadership skills she exemplifies today started early in her experiences with Wyman.

"I've always been a natural leader. So to be able to actually amplify my voice within different programs, I've been able to really impact a lot of youth's lives."

Kyah continues to positively impact and mentor young people in her work throughout the community, including being part of the Aspen Young Leaders Fellowship.

If you're looking for more inspiration, visit our YouTube channel to hear more from Kyah and other alumni at https://www.youtube.com/

At Wyman, we know that our work of connecting teens to their voices, their strengths, and their futures is more importan...
12/31/2024

At Wyman, we know that our work of connecting teens to their voices, their strengths, and their futures is more important than ever.

But we can’t do this work alone.

Your partnership and support helps ensure more young people have the opportunity to develop essential life and leadership skills and build transformative relationships.

Thank you for your support this year. Have a safe and happy new year!

P.S. There is STILL time to make your end of year gift at https://wymancenter.org/give-2024/

Last chances bring NEW beginnings! And you can start the new year off knowing that you are making the futures of young p...
12/30/2024

Last chances bring NEW beginnings! And you can start the new year off knowing that you are making the futures of young people a priority.

There is still time to make that end of year gift to Wyman that you have been planning. Visit https://wymancenter.org/give-2024/ to make a gift today or become a monthly donor.

Wyman is helping teens learn the life skills needed to build healthy relationships and a successful future. But we can’t do it without you! Donate today!

12/28/2024

Our mission at Wyman is to connect teens to their voices, their strengths, and their futures. One way we do this is by amplifying youth voices.

Earlier this fall, we connected with several Wyman Leaders alumni, including Jalen Mathis who spoke about how Wyman helped him use his voice to become an advocate for young people.

"Having that solidified relationship allowed me to step foot into my true purpose...and it's being a frontrunner of leading young people. Being the voice of young people. Being the gap bridger between Gen Z and the older generations."

Not only is Jalen a Wyman Leaders alum, but he was also a founding member of the Youth Leadership Council and he is continuing to use his voice for young people by joining Wyman's Board of Trustees in January.

If you're looking for more inspiration, visit our YouTube channel to hear more from Jalen and other alumni at https://www.youtube.com/

As you are making your end of year giving plans, we want to remind you about an easy way to make your gift go twice as f...
12/28/2024

As you are making your end of year giving plans, we want to remind you about an easy way to make your gift go twice as far.

Thousands of companies match the donations made by their employees which allows you to maximize your personal impact at Wyman and ensure more young people have the opportunity to develop essential life and leadership skills and build transformative relationships.

Make your gift to Wyman today and then visit https://wymancenter.org/donate/matching-gifts/ to see if your company will match your donation.

P.S. Did you already make a gift to us in 2024? You can still submit a matching gift request to your employer by clicking on the link above!

12/24/2024

Happy Holidays from the Wyman family to yours!

Over the course of Wyman’s 126-year history, we’ve learned one thing for certain: Wyman’s mission depends on the relationships and connections we build and maintain.

This holiday season, we send our deepest gratitude to our dedicated Wyman supporters, donors, alumni, volunteers, partners, team members, and Wyman participants and their families. We couldn’t achieve our goals without each and every one of you!

Social connection is our superpower!Wyman’s proven programs equip teens with the tools to build and nurture healthy rela...
12/23/2024

Social connection is our superpower!

Wyman’s proven programs equip teens with the tools to build and nurture healthy relationships with peers and adults that are critical to teens’ health, well-being, and positive life trajectories. And 92% of participants in our Teen Connection Project report experiencing positive peer relationships.

By making a gift today or becoming a monthly donor, your contribution helps ensure more young people develop essential life and leadership skills and build transformative relationships. Together, we make connections possible – one young person at a time.

Visit https://wymancenter.org/give-2024/ to donate today. You can also increase the impact of your contribution to through your employers’ giving program. Thousands of companies match gifts made by employees. Visit our website to see if yours is one!

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