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Why Not Young Lives Why Not Young Lives is a Non-Profit founded June 2020. We believe if you put your mind to it, you CAN and WILL achieve your dreams.

The mission is to make an impact in the community through mentoring, community service and mental health awareness.

28/08/2026

Why Not Just Wanna Have Fun
🎥 Premieres August 30, 2026
7:16 pm

Congratulations to our Finding Your Why Scholarship recipients: Madison Ryant, Aneas Whaley, and Aundrianna Evans! No st...
11/08/2026

Congratulations to our Finding Your Why Scholarship recipients: Madison Ryant, Aneas Whaley, and Aundrianna Evans! No strangers to the Why Not Young Lives family, these dedicated scholars have grown alongside us and continue to lead by example.

The Finding Your Why Scholarship, given in loving memory of Anthony D. Liddell, Jr., is awarded to seniors who plan to continue their education full-time at a college or institution. This scholarship exists to inspire young people to know they CAN and WILL achieve their dreams, and Madison, Aneas, and Audrianna embody that purpose every day.

We are so proud of them and wish them all the best as they step into this exciting next chapter!

“It’s not a ME thing, but a WE thing.” Year 6 of the Why Not Summer Academy is officially in the books, and we were bles...
05/08/2026

“It’s not a ME thing, but a WE thing.”

Year 6 of the Why Not Summer Academy is officially in the books, and we were blessed to serve 120 incredible scholars! From literacy deep-dives to STEAM challenges, our scholars brought the energy every single day.

A massive shoutout to Orangeburg High School for Health Professions ! Orangeburg High School for Health Professions didn’t just open their doors, they gave our scholars a world-class environment to learn, grow, and thrive every single day, complete with hot breakfast and lunch provided for our youth. We are so grateful for this ongoing partnership and the incredible HSHP team!

Thank you to the rest of our village:
1890 Research & Extension (Nutrition Sessions)
Harpal Serenity Wellness (Wellness Sessions)
CASA Family Services (Teen Dating)
South Carolina State University
Claflin University
Orangeburg County Sheriff’s Office
Our Read Aloud guests & Volunteers
Our Why Not families for trusting us!

Our scholars stole the stage and delivered an unforgettable performance in our original production, Are We There Yet?

Our core mission is EXPOSURE, and that doesn’t end with summer. We’re excited to keep bringing opportunities to our scholars all school year long!

Six years down, and we’re just getting started. Want to join the Why Not Family? DM us today!

🏌🏾‍♂️🏌🏾‍♀️⛳️ To end our Summer Academy, this summer we went to Topgolf and Golden Corral! Taking 110 scholars to North C...
05/08/2026

🏌🏾‍♂️🏌🏾‍♀️⛳️ To end our Summer Academy, this summer we went to Topgolf and Golden Corral! Taking 110 scholars to North Charleston was the perfect way to celebrate. From practicing our golf swings to sharing a meal and fellowship together, it was a day full of laughter, learning, and safety the Why Not way!

Help Inspire the Next Generation! This summer, Why Not Young Lives invites you to be a Read Aloud Guest and share the ma...
26/05/2026

Help Inspire the Next Generation!

This summer, Why Not Young Lives invites you to be a Read Aloud Guest and share the magic of stories and the power of your career journey with our scholars!

We’re welcoming community leaders, professionals, parents, and role models from all career fields to read and speak briefly about what they do. Our goal is to expose our scholars to a wide range of possibilities and help them dream boldly.

📍 Location: Orangeburg High School for Health Professions
📅 Dates: June 15 – July 16, 2026

✅ Sign Up Here: visit www.whynotyounglives.com

Even if you don’t want to read, but would just love to be a part of our family during Why Not Live, we’d still love to have you! Your presence and support make a difference.

21/05/2026

Class vs. Class rivalry tomorrow for Why Not Fun Day at HSHP! From 7-on-7 football and relay races to pieing your classmates and teachers, we look forward to a great time supporting our organization! WE

23/04/2026

We asked if they could catch a beat… they caught the vision instead! 📚
This is literacy at Why Not Young Lives: High energy, exposure, engagement, and a heartbeat for the community.

We are officially almost SOLD OUT of The Beat In My Chest. Grab your copy now., Link in our bio! 🔗📚

Lights, Camera, Crown! 👑✨ Last week was nothing short of magical as we celebrated the brilliance, grace, and leadership ...
20/04/2026

Lights, Camera, Crown! 👑✨ Last week was nothing short of magical as we celebrated the brilliance, grace, and leadership of our young queens.

A huge thank you to our pageant coordinator, esteemed judges, our statistician, and our incredible MC for leading the way.

Shout out to our very own Jaden Dash (.Lenz) for the incredible shots!

Congratulations to our 2026 Royalty:

Miss Why Not : Lykerah Kershaw
Miss 7/16: Ivy Millen
Miss Congeniality: Aubrielle Funchess
Miss Cover Girl: Ni’Yanah Hartley
The Shooting Star Award: Ivy Millen
Miss Perseverance: Aubrielle Funchess
Miss Entrepreneur: Lykerah Kershaw

Huge congratulations are in order for our very own Community Liaison, Sydney Keith, on being named a MANRRS 40 Under 40 ...
14/04/2026

Huge congratulations are in order for our very own Community Liaison, Sydney Keith, on being named a MANRRS 40 Under 40 recipient! 🏆🙌
We are beyond proud of the work you do and the passion you bring to the table. Mrs. Keith serves as the Education, Innovation, and Support State Program Leader for South Carolina State University 1890 Research & Extension, and her dedication to excellence is truly unmatched.
Sydney, keep shining, keep leading, and continue making that incredible impact on our community and beyond!

It’s time to roll out the red carpet for a night of pure elegance, talent, and purpose. We are bringing the glitz and gl...
31/03/2026

It’s time to roll out the red carpet for a night of pure elegance, talent, and purpose. We are bringing the glitz and glamour of the big screen to the stage for the Miss Why Not Pageant!
Our contestants are ready for their close-ups. This isn’t just a pageant, it’s a cinematic celebration of the next generation of leaders making their mark. You won’t want to miss the “Why Not Theatre” experience!
📅 SAVE THE DATE
Join us for an unforgettable evening at South Carolina State University:
When: April 12, 2026 | 5:00 PM
Where: Barbara Vaughn Recital Hall
Address: 300 College Street, Orangeburg, SC 29117
🎟️ YOUR TICKET = THEIR WIN
Every ticket counts! When you grab yours, you can credit the sale to your favorite contestant. Your support directly boosts their final total and helps them get one step closer to the crown.

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