Learn real skills and make an impact — at no cost.
North & Gray’s 4‑week youth program teaches you how nonprofits work, builds your leadership skills, and connects you with a supportive community. It’s hands‑on, practical, and designed to help you step into opportunities that matter — all at no cost to you.
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What you’ll learn
Each module includes fun, hands‑on activities, simple practice exercises, and ready‑to‑use templates that help you build real skills step by step. Every week, you’ll join a live session where you can try things out, get guidance, and connect with other youth going through the program.
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Get comfortable with the digital tools you’ll use throughout the program — like Excel, Word, Gmail, and Google Workspace. You’ll also learn communication basics and key nonprofit terms, all in a relaxed, beginner‑friendly environment.
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Build confidence with hands‑on practice using spreadsheets, documents, email, and file organization. By the end of the week, you’ll feel ready to handle the everyday tasks used in school clubs, youth programs, and community projects.
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Discover how nonprofits work and how they make an impact in communities. You’ll also build practical skills like communication, time management, and teamwork — all essential for volunteering, internships, and future jobs.
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Learn how nonprofits raise money, connect with donors, and manage important data. You’ll try out grant research, donor communication, and CRM tools through fun, youth‑friendly activities and apply what you learn to a real or simulated project.
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Explore how programs are run behind the scenes — from organizing volunteers to tracking progress and measuring impact. You’ll create simple dashboards, practice reporting skills, and finish your project to share at Demo Day.
Admissions Process
Step 1: Submit Your Application
Complete the short online application directly on our website to begin your journey into social impact.
Step 2: Application Review
Our admissions team reviews applications for grit, passion, and motivation to work in social impact.
Step 3: Complete Logic Test
Applicants complete a short logic test assessing English comprehension, flexible thinking, and problem-solving approach.
Step 4: Acceptance + Prep
Accepted applicants confirm enrollment, and begin prep work before the first day.
Past Project
Build real projects for the social impact sector.
Create real project plans, and gain job-ready skills for your career.
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