EBAYC

10/09/2026

Phones down, notebooks open. 📚

Every afternoon, these students at Urban Promise Academy claim a little time that's just theirs. Some days it's knocking out math homework. Some days it's studying for a test. And some days it's just talking: about school, friends, and whatever's on their minds.

The only rule? No phones. What's left is focus, connection, and a space where young people can show up exactly as they are.
This is what after school looks like at EBAYC. ☀️

10/08/2026

“It’s such a great community.” ❤️

Step inside EBAYC’s after-school program at Garfield Elementary, where students and staff come together for hands-on activities, learning, and connection.

As EBAYC celebrates its 50th anniversary this year, our Director of Expanded Learning shares what being part of this community means to him. Take a look at the everyday moments—and the people—that make this work special.

10/02/2026

Small hands, big creativity! 🧺✨

Our third graders in EBAYC’s after-school program at Garfield Elementary got creative making handwoven paper plate baskets during their Practice-Based Learning Block!

Weaving each strip gave students a chance to practice patience, focus, and fine motor skills while turning everyday materials into something uniquely their own. 💙

09/30/2026

💙 Celebrating Shop 55!

Last Friday, our Shop 55 Wellness Center at Oakland High School was recognized by Oakland Thrives and Blue Shield of California for the impact it’s making in the lives of Oakland youth!

This recognition celebrates the everyday work of creating a safe, supportive space where students feel seen, supported, and connected to the care and resources they need to thrive.

We’re grateful to our Shop 55 team, our partners, and the community that continues to invest in our young people and believe in their potential.

Thank you, Oakland Thrives and Blue Shield of California, for this wonderful recognition of our work! 🙌🏽

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09/28/2026

Every great ride starts with the basics. 🛠️🚲

In partnership with , 10 youth in EBAYC’s new Outdoor Recreation Apprenticeship learned bike saety, maintenance, and riding skills before heading outdoors to put them into practice.

This was their first day of training. Over the next couple of months, they’ll build on these skills as they prepare to lead bike rides for younger youth. 💛

09/26/2026

Helmets on, wheels rolling, and future ride leaders in training! 🚴🏽🌲

EBAYC partnered with to take 10 youth in our new Outdoor Recreation Apprenticeship out for their first day of training. They learned bike safety, practiced their skills, and hit the trail together.

In the coming months, these apprentices will lead bike rides for younger youth. Friday’s ride was their first step toward making that happen. 💛

02/03/2026

Come join us for a forum on the Costco Oakland project! There'll be 3 different dates for you to choose to attend. Please RSVP and partake in the survey.

Let your voices be heard.

07/22/2025

Don’t forget! BIDDING ENDS TOMORROW 7/23 at 9pm PST!!

Support our youth in leading safe, empowered, and socially responsible lives.

Your next bid could help build a brighter tomorrow 🌟
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07/17/2025

✨ Building Futures, One Bid at a Time! 🛠️🎉
Support our youth in leading safe, empowered, and socially responsible lives.

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07/04/2025

Fostering homegrown leadership is in EBAYC’s DNA. Read the powerful journey of our Street Team Life Coach, Bernice Grisby, in Oaklandside article. Her path from a volunteer to an after school teacher to family advocate to a life coach, and her unwavering commitment to change lives is awe inspiring and a shining light of hope.

Bernice Grisby, a life coach at East Bay Asian Youth Center, has made it her life’s work to lift up young people in the criminal justice system.