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RSVP Today: Excellence in Education Awards

Join us on Thursday, May 23 at the Hotel Kabuki for an inspirational evening celebrating 45 years of our unwavering commitment to equitable access to higher education and the achievements of our students and educators. For event inquiries, please contact us at eea@jcyc.org. The JCYC College Access Programs have been connecting historically underserved youth from local public schools… Read More

Now Accepting Applications: 2024 Thomatra Scott Scholarship

In February 2021, JCYC launched the Thomatra Scott Scholarship Fund in honor of Black History Month and to support our Black & African American youth on their path to higher education. Applications for 2024 are now open and are due on Friday, April 24 by 5:00 PM. We seek to award youth aligned with the… Read More

JCYC Is Seeking a Finance-Focused Board Member

JCYC is looking to recruit a member for its Board of Directors who has nonprofit finance work experience at the executive level. Our annual budget is now $20 million, so an ideal candidate would be familiar with budgets exceeding this. Government grant experience would be helpful as well as JCYC receives over 90% of its… Read More

Today is Giving Tuesday! Support Our Mission Today!

November 28 is Giving Tuesday! This year, JCYC is celebrating with the theme “Attitude of Gratitude”. Please consider a contribution to our organization to support the legacy and continued mission of JCYC.

Giving Tuesday is on November 28!

Giving Tuesday is fast approaching! This month, we celebrate Giving Tuesday with the theme “Attitude of Gratitude”. Please consider us on November 28 to support the legacy and continued mission of JCYC. Want to Learn More About Our Work?

JCYC is Accepting Applications for Our Director of Development!

Do you have experience in nonprofit fundraising? JCYC is seeking a passionate and results-driven Director of Development to join their leadership team. The Director of Development will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our organization by leading fundraising efforts, cultivating donor relationships, and implementing strategic initiatives to support their growth and impact…. Read More

Registration Open: 2023 San Francisco Run for Hope

JCYC’s 13th Annual San Francisco Aloha Run will be both in-person and virtual! The in-person 5K, 10K and Keiki run/walk will take place on Sunday, September 24th at Crissy Field in San Francisco. Virtual runs will happen anytime between Sunday, September 24th through Sunday, October 1st. Titled, San Francisco Aloha Run for Hope, this year’s… Read More

Announcing the Inaugural Julie Matsueda Believe Scholarship

The Japanese Community Youth Council (JCYC) is extremely excited to announce the launching of a new scholarship program, the Julie Matsueda Believe Scholarship. The Believe Scholarship will provide a long-term commitment to selected preschool participants as an ongoing partner in their journey towards a healthy and productive adulthood. After serving as JCYC’s Deputy Director for… Read More

JCYC Chosen as a 2023 California Nonprofit of the Year!

The Japanese Community Youth Council is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2023 California Nonprofit of the Year by Assemblymember Phil Ting. “On behalf of the Board and Staff of JCYC, we are incredibly grateful and humbled to be recognized by Assemblymember Phil Ting as a 2023 Nonprofit of the Year.” said… Read More

Support The Thomatra Scott Scholarship Fund!

As the 2023 Black History Month comes to a close, JCYC is proud to once again launch the Thomatra Scott Scholarship campaign! A former JCYC staff member, Thomatra Scott or “Scotty” was an advocate for youth in education, health, housing, employment, human rights, prison reform, and racial justice until his passing in 2000. We would sincerely appreciate donations to… Read More