Our Youth Matter

12/19/2025

Thank you to for the generous donation of dolls 💕
Your support helps create joyful moments for our children and reminds us how local businesses can make a real impact in the community. We are truly grateful for your heart and partnership.






ToyGiveaway
GivingBack
LocalBusinessLove

12/13/2025

Thank You to an Anonymous Donor 💛

Because of your generosity, we were able to purchase toys for children for our upcoming Toy Giveaway. This support means more than words can express.

If you’d like to help us reach more children in the next 7 days, here’s how you can give:

Donate: Links in bio
• PayPal: Paypal.me/ouryouthmatter
• Cash App: $itonya
• Venmo:
• Zelle: Our Youth Matter | (510) 229-7467

🎁 Toy Drop-Off Location:
Oakland Public Library – 81st Ave Branch
1021 81st Ave., Oakland, CA
🕙 Monday–Saturday | 10 AM – 5 PM

Every toy, every dollar, every share matters.

12/11/2025

🎁 Amazon Toy Drive – Our Youth Matter

We’re collecting toys for our annual Toy Giveaway and need your help. Many families are facing a tough season, and your support truly makes a difference.

🗓 Deadline to donate: December 19
🧸 Donate via our Amazon Wishlist (ships directly to us)
👉 Click the link in our bio to donate
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2U1TMPMOTVVBC?ref_=wl_share

💛 Prefer to make a monetary donation?
You can donate here:
• PayPal: paypal.me/ouryouthmatter
• Cash App: $itonya
• Venmo:
• Zelle: Our Youth Matter | (510) 229-7467

Thank you for supporting our youth and helping us spread holiday joy. We truly appreciate you.

12/11/2025

Only 10 days left!
OYM is seeking toy donations + in-kind gifts for children ages 2–12.
Deadline: Dec 19
Pickup available.

Donate: Paypal.me/ouryouthmatter
Cash App $itonya
Venmo 
Zelle  Youth Matter (510) 229 – 7467

Help us make Christmas brighter for our families.
DM us for more info

11/06/2025

Hello November! 🍂 A new month to be grateful, give back, and uplift our youth. Let’s spread kindness and love this season. 💛✨

10/16/2025

🎃 Fall Fest Trunks n’ Treats is coming!
Faith • Family • Fun — all in one night!
📅 Friday, Oct 31 | 🕔 5–7 PM
📍 B.A.S.I.C. Ministry, 6537 Foothill Blvd, Oakland (old PGE Building)
Dress up (no scary costumes) and join us for games, Bible stories, candy & community! 💛
Links in Bio or

https://tinyurl.com/FallFestInvite
https://tinyurl.com/VolunteerFallFest25
Donate: Paypal.me/ouryouthmatter

08/03/2025

Our 18th Annual Back-to-School Bash was a HUGE success! Because of your generosity, 427 children are now prepared and ready to start the school year strong.

This was truly a community effort, and we want to take a moment to thank EVERYONE who made this possible:

✨ Volunteers & Helpers:
Vanessa, Dominique, Maria, Ashley, LaDonna, Brenda, Syntyche & Blaise, Debra & Brother, Yesenia (Snow Cone Queen), Tiffany & Baby, Judy & Bo, Jamal, Latoya, Anika, Kamico, Markaya, Demorie & Gabriel, Rishiek & Tyree, Vanessa’s Hubby & De’Andre (Ice Heroes), Rainbow Rec Staff, and our OYM Team: Itonya, Myia, Cynthia, Tashandra & Zechariah.

✨ Donors & Sponsors:
Ron (Watermelon King), Brittany (Balloon Magic), Rainbow Rec (Cotton Candy Machine), Maria Rentals (Tables & Chairs), Abigail (Student Transit Pass Program & Setup), Myia, Jolene, Shah, Vanessa, Real Estate By Itonya, Fox & Belle Salon, Felicia Duncan Real Estate Group, Winkler Real Estate Group, Jeremy & Paula, Haley, Carisse, Anonymous Donors, and We Can Help (Backpacks & Supplies).

✨ Kid Entrepreneurs:
Artsy Q, Briyah’s Cute Bracelets, Viora Sprout Jewelry, Shayna Luvs Crochet, Kryptic Creates, Virelia Tea, and Grays Crochet — you all inspired us with your creativity and hard work!

When a community comes together, BIG things happen. Thank you for showing up, giving back, and making sure our youth know that THEY MATTER. 💜

07/26/2025

Friday Spotlight! 🌟 Huge shoutout to Fox and BELLE , who hit the ground running collecting school supplies for our Back to School Bash on Saturday, August 2nd! 🎒📚

I’ve been posting the amazing supplies she’s collected in our stories. Be sure to check them out! Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for your incredible support and love for our youth. 💛

07/25/2025

Itonya Conner

07/25/2025

We Can Help
Thank you again 🤗🤗

07/21/2025

🎒 Help us fill backpacks & hearts!
Your donation ensures a child starts the year with the tools they need.
🖍️ What we need: Backpacks, notebooks, crayons, pens, glue sticks
💵 Prefer to give online?
Donate here → Monetary Donations:
1. PayPal.me/ouryouthmatter
2. Cash App @ $itonya
3. Venmo
4. Zelle @ Our Youth Matter
(510) 229-7467
Let’s make it happen for these kids! 💛

07/21/2025

We love this. Can you help?

Back-to-School Campus Beautification Week August 4th-8th, 2025 Location: 24 Oakland schools are signed up to host volunteers for this event. Description: Support Oakland educators get ready for the first day of school! Volunteers will help clean up campuses, set up bulletin boards, organize material...