Youth Development Organization (YDO)

Youth Development Organization (YDO) 2026 Made Possible Gala: Celebrating 20 Years of YDO
https://www.ydolawrence.org/2026-made-possible-gala/

Youth Development Organization (YDO) is growing a vibrant community of self-motivated learners and leaders by offering high-quality educational activities, developing supportive long-term relationships, and providing personalized opportunities for success. YDO engages over 300 students (Grades 3 & up) in Lawrence, the poorest city in Massachusetts. Our kids come from households that are 74% low-to

-moderate income; 96% Hispanic, Black or other minority; 37% single parent; and 52% female-led. Through YDO’s programs & collaborations, these underserved students are able to participate in out-of-school enrichment spanning STEM disciplines, the performing & fine Arts, and leadership development. YDO wraps student engagement in support measures that lower barriers to participation. This approach enables YDO to create intentional, personalized pathways for students to broaden their exposure and build upon their strengths en route to post-secondary education and career success.

Crunch Day was a success! 🍕 Our Postsecondary Pathways students spent their day off from school at ydo working on colleg...
09/03/2026

Crunch Day was a success! 🍕 Our Postsecondary Pathways students spent their day off from school at ydo working on college applications and essays, putting in the time and effort to make their next steps happen. Cheers to the Class of 2027, you’ve got this! 💛✨

09/01/2026
Earlier this month, ydshow put on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Jr.! 🍫🎭✨In just 3 weeks, 53 incredible kids learned...
08/31/2026

Earlier this month, ydshow put on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Jr.! 🍫🎭✨

In just 3 weeks, 53 incredible kids learned all of their lines, songs, and choreography! They brought this magical show to life from the ground up. A huge shoutout to our students, staff, directors, crew, volunteers, families, and everyone who helped make it happen. This production truly would not have been possible without the incredible ydshow community behind it! 💛

High School Prep summer☀️Summer reading, writing, and exploring! 📚 Our HSP students spent the their time strengthening t...
08/20/2026

High School Prep summer☀️

Summer reading, writing, and exploring! 📚 Our HSP students spent the their time strengthening their reading and writing skills through The Giver, while also exploring new possibilities through visits to Barnes & Noble, Pingree School, and St. Paul’s School. 🎓✨

A little theater field trip fun! 🎭✨ Our ydshow summer musical theater students visited North Shore Music Theater to see ...
08/17/2026

A little theater field trip fun! 🎭✨ Our ydshow summer musical theater students visited North Shore Music Theater to see High School Musical 1 & 2 with two different casts, enjoying plenty of popcorn and getting to witness the magic of a round, rotating stage! 🍿🎶 It was so much fun!

Our team had a blast riding along Essex St. with kids and families during Lawrence’s annual Ciclovía! 🚲💛 Shoutout to the...
08/13/2026

Our team had a blast riding along Essex St. with kids and families during Lawrence’s annual Ciclovía! 🚲💛 Shoutout to the elected officials who stopped to chat with our students, and stay tuned as we make some exciting modifications to our kinetic sculpture ahead of the LKSR race in Lowell on September 19! ⚙️🏁

The show may be over, but we’re taking a look back at how the magic came together! 🍫✨From first rehearsals to the final ...
08/10/2026

The show may be over, but we’re taking a look back at how the magic came together! 🍫✨

From first rehearsals to the final curtain, our three-week theater intensive culminated in Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Jr. this past weekend. Here’s a peek behind the scenes at the hard work, teamwork, and creativity that brought it all to life! 🎭

Mandatory annual summer Roller Kingdom photo dump 🛼 It was also Twin Day, the best combo 👯
08/08/2026

Mandatory annual summer Roller Kingdom photo dump 🛼
It was also Twin Day, the best combo 👯

Innovation was on full display at our STEM Week Showcase! 🚀💡Students proudly shared the projects they created, celebrate...
08/03/2026

Innovation was on full display at our STEM Week Showcase! 🚀💡
Students proudly shared the projects they created, celebrated one another’s achievements, and received well-earned awards, all on YDO Day. It was a powerful reminder of what young minds can accomplish when they’re encouraged to believe in themselves. 💛

Address

15 Union Street Ste 500
Lawrence, MA
01840

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 8pm
Tuesday 6am - 8pm
Wednesday 4pm - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 6am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm
Sunday 9am - 2pm

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+19786884300

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