BLAQ Youth

B.L.A.Q. Youth, Inc. was born out of a passion for creating a brighter future for ethnically diverse youth.

Inspired by the rich legacy of resilience and excellence within the larger Black community, our founder seeks to create community amongst youth.

09/04/2026

🎉 First week back? You made it!

Between new routines, busy mornings, schoolwork, and everything in between, the first week can feel like a lot.

So tonight, keep it simple. 💛

🎬 Movie night
🍦 Ice cream
🎮 Extra playtime
🫶🏾 Just time together

Sometimes the best celebration is simply saying:

“You did it. I'm proud of you.”

✨ Tell us—what's your family's favorite way to celebrate making it through a big week?

09/02/2026

New year, new nerves — new words to match. 💛

Say it with your kid before the bell rings.

👇 Tag a kid starting a new school year.

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09/01/2026

🎒 Back to school means new conversations!

Ask your kid:

💬 “What’s one thing you’re excited about for this school year?”

Start with the excitement. The harder feelings can come naturally after. 💚

Ask tonight and tell us their answer! 👇

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08/31/2026

Whatever this next season brings, you’re not starting from zero. You’re bringing every bit of strength, love, and patience you’ve already proven you have.

Comment 🙌 if you’re walking into this new season with more confidence than you think.

08/28/2026

Before backpacks take over, summer deserves one proper send-off.

This week’s Fun Friday: gather the people who made this summer good for one last hangout — a backyard cookout, a park meetup, whatever fits. As families gear up for the new school year, remember that programs like ours only stay free because this community shows up for them.

Share this post, and consider a donation to help us kick off the school year strong.

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08/27/2026

☀️ Every summer teaches us something—even the ones that feel like a blur.

Before the season fades, ask your child:

💬 “What did summer teach you?”

Their answer might surprise you.

👉 Share this with a family and start the conversation.

08/26/2026

☀️ SUMMER ENDS. THE JOY DOESN’T HAVE TO. 💛

New routines.
New classrooms.
New schedules.
New seasons.

Change is a part of growing up—but that doesn’t mean our kids have to leave their joy behind.

Today’s Kids’ Words of Affirmation reminds them:

✨ “I can hold onto summer joy, even when things change.”

The beach days may end.
The late mornings may end.
The carefree afternoons may end.

But the laughter, memories, friendships, adventures, and little moments that made summer special?

Those can stay with them. 🌈

Let’s teach our children that growing and changing doesn’t mean giving up the things that make them happy. It means learning how to carry that joy with them into whatever comes next. 💛

💬 Ask your child:

“What is one thing from this summer that you want to carry with you into the new school year?”

👉 Save this affirmation for your child’s transition into a new season.

💬 Tell us: What summer memory will your child hold onto?

📲 Share this with a parent whose child is getting ready for a new beginning.
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1292 High Street #312
Eugene, OR
97401

Website

http://blaqyouth.org/

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