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EPIC YOUTH

Empowering The Next Generation of leaders today!

EPIC Youth is a mentoring and empowerment organization dedicated to equipping young people with the leadership, academic, and professional skills they need to succeed. Through mentorship, hands-on learning experiences, and dynamic programs, we empower students to build confidence, develop strong character, and prepare for their future careers. Our work began with two core gender-focused initiative

s—Eryn PiNK Girl Empowerment and Men of ICE—which provide tailored leadership and personal development programs designed specifically for girls and boys. Now have expanded to leadership academies, in-school programs, and mentorship initiatives with structured pathways for self-discovery, teamwork, and critical thinking. At EPIC Youth, we believe that every student deserves access to transformative experiences and a supportive community. By providing safe spaces and meaningful opportunities, we ensure that young people are not just prepared for life—but inspired to lead in it. OUR EPIC VISION

At EPIC Youth, our vision is to create a dynamic, inclusive, and transformative ecosystem where young people are equipped with the skills, confidence, and support needed to thrive in school, career, and life.

04/22/2026

This week on EPIC Voices Podcast, we had a multigenerational conversation about manhood. Different perspectives, viewpoints, and truths. Stay tuned for the full episode.

03/13/2026

Last night, our EPIC Youth Young Professionals Program participated in a workshop focused on networking and professionalism, helping students build the skills and confidence needed for future career opportunities.

A huge thank you to our partners at Huntington National Bank for investing in the next generation of leaders.

Special thanks to Kelly J.F. Blackmon for leading such an insightful session, EPIC Youth board member Daphne McKinnie for always supporting our mission, and Terri Lynn Erskine for organizing this meaningful experience for our students.

We’re grateful for partners who continue to pour into our youth!

02/19/2026

TOMORROW IS THE DAY!💃🏾

Give That Girl The Mic takes over the stage tomorrow at the McCoy Center for the Arts. Swipe to meet a few more of the girls who are ready to step into the spotlight and show us what they’ve been working on.

From music and dance to spoken word and cheer, the talent is real and the energy will be felt all night.

🎟️ Tickets are almost gone. If you don’t have yours yet, now is the time.
Get yours at epicyouth.org/programs/give-that-girl-the-mic

Come dressed and ready to have so fun!🔥

02/18/2026

Take pride in where you come from.
Walk boldly in the legacy you represent.
And carry a standard of excellence wherever you go.

Who you are shows up in your choices, how you move every day, what you post online, who you surround yourself with, and how you lead when nobody’s watching. Your judgment speaks before you even say a word.

Excellence isn’t something you turn on and off.
It’s a mindset. It’s a lifestyle. It’s the EPIC standard.

02/04/2026

Stay tuned for the next EPIC VOICES Podcast episode featuring community legends and . From Black our history to AI and law, there was so much knowledge in the room from these two. All recorded inside the historic Pythian Theatre, now The Maroon at . Don’t miss it!

Real voices. Real wisdom. Real community.

01/27/2026

Grateful for community, service, and impact! What an amazing way to start 2026🙏🏾🔥

EPIC Youth is honored to receive the 41st MLK Breakfast Community Service Award and the 2026 Community Award from Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Alpha Sigma Omega Chapter for our commitment to serving youth and families.

This recognition reflects the power of what happens when a village believes in its youth, invests in their leadership, and creates space for them to thrive. We share this moment with our students, families, partners, and for those who support our work.
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12/19/2025

Give That Girl The Mic is back for another unforgettable all-girl showcase! ✨

Join us on February 20th at the McCoy Center for the Arts as talented young girls from our community take the stage to share their music, dance, spoken word, and more. This event is always a crowd favorite, and tickets tend to sell out quickly!

🎟️ Tickets are on sale now! You can purchase yours here https://epicyouth.org/programs/give-that-girl-the-mic/
to reserve your seats before they’re gone. We can’t wait to see you there!

Doors open: 6:00 pm
Showtime: 6:30 pm

12/15/2025

Be quick to listen and slow to speak. Sometimes the hardest advice is the realest 🎤 But what happens when you finally decide to use your voice?

We’re dropping our very first EPIC Voices Podcast episode tonight at 6pm featuring Matt Barnes and Alissa Henry, hosted by our very own EPIC student leader and digital media intern Kameron Zachary!🔥

Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel or click the link in our bio!

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12/02/2025

CLICK HERE TO DONATE:
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These are the faces of your neighbors, our future co-workers, leaders, politicians, and entrepreneurs. They deserve EPIC to develop, a community built for them, shaped by them, and supported by the people who live right here with them. Will you stand with us today and help us continue this work? Donate today on facebook or by clicking the link directly to our PAYPal. We pour out so much, this is the moment we need our community to show up!

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11/27/2025

Grateful for a community rooted in resilience, a team committed to real impact, and partners who believe in our youth. Together, we’re building leaders! We are passing the torch, shaping legacy and shaping generations.

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460 East Main Street
Columbus, OH
43215

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 3pm
Tuesday	9am - 3pm
Wednesday	9am - 3pm
Thursday	9am - 3pm

Telephone

+16147064215

Website

http://www.epicyouth.org/

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