Advancing Communities Together
Advancing Communities Together is an organization in Palmdale, CA offering education, employment, healthcare, housing, mental health, training, and youth services. Offers YouthBuild, construction and culinary training, mental wellness and supportive services.
- Location
- Palmdale, CA
- Services
- Education, Employment, Healthcare, Housing, Mental health, Training, Youth services
- Website
- https://act4avyouth.org/
- EIN
- 451745040
Services
Antelope Valley YouthBuild
Antelope Valley YouthBuild is a leadership development program combining classroom education, accredited high school diploma coursework, certified construction training, counseling services, and community service projects.
Eligibility: Serves opportunity youth aged 18 to 29.
Application: Prospective participants can begin by submitting an interest enrollment form online.
Schedule: Program participation lasts between 6 and 24 months, offering flexible scheduling.
Apprenticeship Readiness Academy
Prepares youth and adults for careers in construction and skilled trades through classroom instruction, hands-on Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3) training, job readiness, academic assistance, and placement support.
Eligibility: Open to motivated individuals interested in construction careers who are at least 18 years old and meet basic academic requirements, particularly encouraging underserved youth and Antelope Valley residents.
Application: Applications can be submitted online, in person, or via phone consultations.
Schedule: The training program runs for 12 weeks.
Culinary Arts Program
Provides hands-on culinary training and professional development to prepare individuals for careers in the food service industry.
Elevated to ACT (ETA)
Offers community wellness, physical movement, fitness guidance, and mentorship to promote healthy living for individuals and families.
Palmdale Dream Center
Offers transitional housing, case management, counseling, employment services, and vocational/educational opportunities for young adults transitioning to independent living.
Eligibility: Serves young adults, underserved youth, and families demonstrating need for career development, housing assistance, or education support.
Application: Apply in person at the Palmdale Dream Center or contact staff directly by phone.
Youth Mental Wellness Awareness Council
A youth leadership and education program providing coping skill-building, mental health awareness, peer support, advocacy campaigns, and warm referrals to community licensed therapists.
Eligibility: Open to all Antelope Valley middle and high school students ages 10 to 17. Not restricted to current ACT program participants.
Application: Youth can join by submitting an online contact/interest form or contacting program staff by phone at (661) 648-6794. Anonymous support requests are also accepted.
Locations
- Advancing Communities Together - Palmdale, 38626 9th Street East, Palmdale, CA, 93550
- Advancing Communities Together - Lancaster, 456 E. Avenue K4, Unit 8, Lancaster, CA, 93535
Questions
What does Advancing Communities Together offer?
Advancing Communities Together offers Antelope Valley YouthBuild, Apprenticeship Readiness Academy, Culinary Arts Program, Elevated to ACT (ETA), Palmdale Dream Center, and Youth Mental Wellness Awareness Council.
Where is Advancing Communities Together?
Advancing Communities Together is at 38626 9th Street East, Palmdale, CA, 93550 and 456 E. Avenue K4, Unit 8, Lancaster, CA, 93535.
How do I contact Advancing Communities Together?
To reach Advancing Communities Together, visit https://act4avyouth.org/.
Who is eligible for Antelope Valley YouthBuild?
Eligibility for Antelope Valley YouthBuild: Serves opportunity youth aged 18 to 29.
When is Antelope Valley YouthBuild available?
Schedule for Antelope Valley YouthBuild: Program participation lasts between 6 and 24 months, offering flexible scheduling.
How do I apply for Antelope Valley YouthBuild?
Application for Antelope Valley YouthBuild: Prospective participants can begin by submitting an interest enrollment form online.
Who is eligible for Apprenticeship Readiness Academy?
Eligibility for Apprenticeship Readiness Academy: Open to motivated individuals interested in construction careers who are at least 18 years old and meet basic academic requirements, particularly encouraging underserved youth and Antelope Valley residents.
When is Apprenticeship Readiness Academy available?
Schedule for Apprenticeship Readiness Academy: The training program runs for 12 weeks.
How do I apply for Apprenticeship Readiness Academy?
Application for Apprenticeship Readiness Academy: Applications can be submitted online, in person, or via phone consultations.
Who is eligible for Palmdale Dream Center?
Eligibility for Palmdale Dream Center: Serves young adults, underserved youth, and families demonstrating need for career development, housing assistance, or education support.
How do I apply for Palmdale Dream Center?
Application for Palmdale Dream Center: Apply in person at the Palmdale Dream Center or contact staff directly by phone.
Who is eligible for Youth Mental Wellness Awareness Council?
Eligibility for Youth Mental Wellness Awareness Council: Open to all Antelope Valley middle and high school students ages 10 to 17. Not restricted to current ACT program participants.
How do I apply for Youth Mental Wellness Awareness Council?
Application for Youth Mental Wellness Awareness Council: Youth can join by submitting an online contact/interest form or contacting program staff by phone at (661) 648-6794. Anonymous support requests are also accepted.
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