ACYR
At ACYR we are focused on achieving our goals.
ACYR envisions a community in which young people:
- Obtain the academic, vocational, personal, and social skills necessary to complete requirements for a high school credential and enter postsecondary education/training.
- Are employed in jobs that support themselves and their families well.​
- Are valued as key contributors to the community's healthy growth and development.
As a result, ACYR graduates transition into meaningful roles within the community:
- 91% successfully complete or continue their program
- 66% who participate in employment skills training, gain employment upon completion
- 81% gain a diploma or GED and/or complete a degree or certification
- 75% not continuing services gain employment or enter post-secondary education
In 2010
Phoenix, Arizona was rated one of the worst cities in the US for youth not in school or employed.
At-risk youth face barriers daily that prevent them from transitioning into well-adjusted young adults. They may face poverty, family instability, a poor school environment, and much more. The longer these youth go without help, the less likely they are to becomes successful adults. ACYR is committed to addressing youth issues by developing the next generation of workers. through an array of high quality programs that incorporate caring, dedicated and knowledgeable staff, and providing a menu of options to ensure success utilizing positive youth development practices. So we invite you to join us to change the statistics and futures of at-risk youth in Phoenix! Help Now.
Our Solution
Our commitment to developing the next generation of workers is our top priority. Our focus to ensure our success in serving our community starts with our staff, programs and principles.
Our Staff
- Dedicated
- Compassionate
- Knowledgable
- Professional
Our Programs
- Several Options
- Work-based Learning
- Leadership Development
- Job Training
Our Principles
- Sustained Support
- Research-Based Curriculum
- Effective Programs
- Promoting Success
Changing the statistics
Every year, ACYR makes a difference in the lives of over 1,500 youth in Phoenix through our programs to earn educational credentials and learn skills to find employment. In 2017, ACYR accomplished the following:
Become An ACYR Donor
Make an Impact on the future of Phoenix's opportunity youth by becoming a donor today!
Your generous direct donations have a tremendous economic impact on our community and give valley youth the assistance they need to learn workplace skills, education, and many other opportunities. With this help they will be able to find higher-paying jobs and long-term careers, graduate from high school or earn a high school equivalency diploma. From corporate sponsorships to individual contributions to clothing donations to volunteering, you have many ways to help change lives through the dignity of work.