Empowerment Youth Leadership Academy

08/22/2026

🤍 Supporting Our Moms: Every Act of Kindness Matters 🤍

This week, EYLA is supporting a mother in our Embrace Your Little Angel program who is navigating the pain of stillbirth and child loss.

A heartfelt thank-you to Kimberly D. Smith for purchasing an item from the EYLA registry. Your gift will help us create a six-week postpartum care basket for one of our moms and remind her that she is not alone.

One of our moms shared:

“Thank you for being there for me during this difficult time. Your support and kindness have meant more than I can explain. Thank you for remembering Julian. I truly appreciate you.”

If you would like to help, you can purchase an item from our registry or make a donation. Every dollar and every item matters.

Shop the EYLA Postpartum Basket Registry:
https://www.myregistry.com/organization/empowerment-youth-leadership-academy-chicago-il/5220544/giftlist

Make a Donation:
https://app.autobooks.co/pay/empowerment-youth-leadership-academy

Thank you for helping EYLA provide care, comfort, and support to mothers experiencing stillbirth and child loss.

Find the perfect gift—no app download needed!

08/21/2026

🤍 Support Our Moms: Help Us Honor Every Little Angel 🤍

At Empowerment Youth Leadership Academy (EYLA), our Embrace Your Little Angel program is dedicated to standing with mothers who have experienced the profound hardship of stillbirth and infant loss. We are committed to ensuring no mother walks this path alone.

We're asking for your support to continue providing free bereavement services, grief coaching, and postpartum care. There are two ways you can help today:

1. 🎁 Shop Our Postpartum Basket Registry
Help us provide comfort to our moms by purchasing items directly from our registry:
👉 https://www.myregistry.com/organization/empowerment-youth-leadership-academy-chicago-il/5220544/giftlist

2. 💰 Make a Direct Donation
Your contributions fund cremation assistance, doula support, and our support groups:
👉 https://app.autobooks.co/pay/empowerment-youth-leadership-academy

3. 🌐 Visit Our Website
Learn more about our mission and how we serve the community:
👉 https://myeyla.org

Thank you for your kindness and for helping us honor every baby and support every mother.

08/21/2026

📝 Master Your Future: EYLA Monthly Resume Building Workshop 📝

Are you ready to land your dream job? Join Empowerment Youth Leadership Academy (EYLA) for our FREE monthly Resume Building Workshop!

In this hands-on session, you will learn how to craft a professional resume that stands out, write a compelling cover letter, and master the art of presenting yourself to potential employers. We provide personalized feedback and expert tips to help you navigate the modern job market with confidence.

📅 When: Every 4th Thursday of the Month
📍 Where: Virtual Workshop via Zoom
💰 Cost: 100% Free
🔗 REGISTER NOW TO SECURE YOUR SPOT:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/IJjDx6phTQG2w2Oh7ZIc8w

What We Cover:
ATS-Friendly Resumes: How to get past automated filters.
Compelling Cover Letters: Telling your story effectively.
Professional Branding: Defining your unique value.
Live Q&A: Get your specific career questions answered.

A hands-on workshop teaching participants how to build a professional resume, write a compelling cover letter, and present themselves to employers. Includes resume review and personalized feedback.

08/21/2026

✨ Transform Your Career: EYLA x Dress for Success Collaboration ✨

Are you ready to elevate your professional image and step into your next opportunity with confidence? Empowerment Youth Leadership Academy (EYLA) is thrilled to partner with Dress for Success Greater Chicago for this exclusive career-building event!

This opportunity is FREE but strictly limited to 10 participants (Ages 16+). You must complete two mandatory steps to participate.

⚠️ STEP 1: Mandatory Resume Intake Workshop (Virtual)
Before the main event, you must attend our virtual resume session to prepare your professional documents.
Date: September 10, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM CT
Register for Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Y7r-9v6SRQqXZrSuUG1fjg

👗 STEP 2: The Main Event – Career Styling & Support
Date: Wednesday, September 17, 2026
📍 NEW Check-in Time: 9:45 AM (Please arrive early!)
Location: Dress for Success Greater Chicago
Register Here: https://form.jotform.com/261386356984068

What’s Included:
✅ Personal Styling Session: Professional interview attire provided!
✅ Professional Etiquette Workshop: Master the art of workplace presence.
✅ Dining Etiquette Lunch: Learn professional dining skills over a provided meal.
✅ Interview Review & Personal Branding: Get expert feedback on your presentation.

Important: You must attend the Zoom workshop on Sept 10th to be eligible for the styling event on Sept 17th. Come as you are—we provide the clothes and the tools for your success!

08/21/2026

💰 Success! Financial Literacy & Small Business Workshop Recap 💰

What an incredible evening! Yesterday’s Financial Literacy & Small Business Workshop was a massive success. We want to give a huge thank you to everyone who joined us and to our guest speaker, Deshon Dixon, for sharing such powerful insights on building a strong financial foundation and scaling a small business.
We are dedicated to equipping our community with the tools to Empower, Lead, and Succeed, and seeing so many driven individuals ready to take their next steps was truly inspiring!

🎉 Congratulations to Our Raffle Winners! 🎉
We are excited to announce the winners of our Gift Card Giveaway! A big congratulations to:
🏆 Farsi
🏆 Tyson
🏆 Jaye
Thank you all for your active participation and engagement. We will be reaching out to you via email to deliver your prizes!

🚀 Didn’t make it this time?
Don't worry! EYLA has many more workshops and empowerment sessions in store. Make sure you're following us and checking our website for upcoming dates.
🔗 Stay Connected: myeyla.org
📧 Questions: [email protected]

08/19/2026

🤝 A Milestone in Compassionate Care: EYLA x Robey Park Manor Partnership 🤝

Empowerment Youth Leadership Academy (EYLA) is proud to announce a significant milestone for our community. We have officially partnered with Robey Park Manor Funeral Home to ensure that no family has to face the financial burden of funeral services alone during their most difficult time.

Through our Embrace Your Little Angel program, this collaboration establishes a dedicated support system for families who have experienced the loss of a baby. Our goal is to remove financial barriers and provide a dignified, compassionate farewell for every little angel.

✨ What This Partnership Means for Our Community:

Full Financial Coverage: EYLA provides full financial coverage for cremation or burial services for eligible families, ensuring peace of mind when it’s needed most.

Compassionate Guidance: Families will receive professional, licensed support from the dedicated team at Robey Park Manor.

Integrated Support: Beyond funeral services, families have direct access to EYLA’s Healing Journey Support Group, grief coaching, and postpartum care baskets.

We are honored to work alongside Charise Robey and the entire staff at Robey Park Manor to bring this vital resource to Chicago Heights and the surrounding areas. Together, we are building a community that cares, heals, and stands together.

🙏 Help Us Continue This Mission:

This partnership is made possible through community support and donations. To help us fund these essential services for grieving families, please consider a donation today.

🔗 DONATE HERE: https://app.autobooks.co/pay/empowerment-youth-leadership-academy

Fast, simple, and secure. Make a donation to Empowerment Youth Leadership Academy anytime, anywhere.

08/15/2026

🚀 Unlock Your Future with EYLA! 🚀
Empowerment Youth Leadership Academy (EYLA) is dedicated to creating pathways to opportunity with our comprehensive, 100% FREE programs. Whether you’re building a career, starting a business, or gaining specialized skills, your next step starts here!

✨ Our Core Programs:

• 💼 Career Readiness: Professional styling, resume workshops, and interview prep.
• 💰 Financial Empowerment: Small Business & Financial Literacy training.
• 🚜 Specialized Certifications: Forklift Operator & Drone Pilot training.
• 🧠 Leadership & Growth: Empowerment sessions for young adults.

Ready to Empower, Lead, and Succeed?
🔗 Register Today: myeyla.org
📞 Call: 888-469-3952
📧 Email: [email protected]

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08/15/2026

🚀 Unlock Your Future with EYLA! 🚀
Empowerment Youth Leadership Academy (EYLA) is dedicated to creating pathways to opportunity with our comprehensive, 100% FREE programs. Whether you’re building a career, starting a business, or gaining specialized skills, your next step starts here!

✨ Our Core Programs:

• 💼 Career Readiness: Professional styling, resume workshops, and interview prep.
• 💰 Financial Empowerment: Small Business & Financial Literacy training.
• 🚜 Specialized Certifications: Forklift Operator & Drone Pilot training.
• 🧠 Leadership & Growth: Empowerment sessions for young adults.

Ready to Empower, Lead, and Succeed?
🔗 Register Today: myeyla.org
📞 Call: 888-469-3952
📧 Email: [email protected]

08/06/2026

🌟 EYLA IS GOING TO THE NATIONAL STILLBIRTH SYMPOSIUM! 🌟

We are beyond honored to announce that EYLA — Embrace Your Little Angel has been selected to attend the Stillbirth Symposium: Closing the Gaps in Salt Lake City, Utah, this October! 🙏🏾

But we need YOUR help to get there. 💜

📍 The Facts:
🔹 Illinois loses 771 babies a year to stillbirth
🔹 Black women in Chicago face a stillbirth rate nearly 2x higher than the national average
🔹 80% of pregnancy-related deaths in Illinois are PREVENTABLE

EYLA is fighting to change these numbers — and attending this national symposium means we can bring life-saving resources and knowledge back to our Chicago community. 💪🏾

Our goal: $2,500

Every dollar goes directly toward flights, hotel, and conference materials so we can represent Chicago families who have experienced stillbirth and infant loss on a NATIONAL stage. 🇺🇸

💛 Donate today — link in bio or click below:
👉 https://app.autobooks.co/pay/empowerment-youth-leadership-academy

💜 Stillborn Cremation Fund:
👉 https://donorbox.org/eyla-stillborn-cremation-fund

🎁 6-Week Postpartum Basket Registry:
👉 https://www.myregistry.com/organization/empowerment-youth-leadership-academy-chicago-il/5220544/giftlist

Share this post. Tag someone who supports our mission. Together, we can make sure every baby is remembered. 🕊️

📧 [email protected]
📞 888-4MY-EYLA (888-469-3952 )
🌐 www.myeyla.org