REDEFINING THE FUTURE FOR YOUNG MEN OF COLOR.
FROM THE CLASSROOM TO THE COMMENCEMENT STAGE.
We provide the tools to help students lead, graduate, and succeed.
Join us as We redefine
what’s possible.
Our Vision
A nation in which young men of color are overrepresented in higher education, underrepresented in the criminal justice system, and leaders in their communities.
Our Impact
99%
HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION RATEYear-over-year, our members outperform their peers across all operating regions. We’ve achieved a 99% high school graduation rate since 2015, and 100% since 2023.
86%
Pursuing COLLEGE or career pathwayOur newest impact data shows that after graduating high school, most IYT Brothers enroll in college, while others pursue career pathways through the workforce, military, or trade programs.
100%
Report IMPROVED BEHAVIOROur most recent data revealed that 100% of school partners agreed: Enrollment in IYT programming increased the rate of positive behavior in the classroom.
90%
INCREASED SELF-CONFIDENCEWhen surveyed, 90% of IYT members reported they felt increased confidence in themselves, their ability to excel in school, and go to college.
IYT Programs
Our programming supports members from middle school through career. Click through the pages below to learn more about our offerings.
“IYT is more than just college tours, it gave me a community.”
—Phillip Mitchell, IYT Brother
Valley High School 16’ | UC Santa Barbara 20’
IYT Stories
IYT is the nation’s largest organization dedicated to serving young men of color
IYT Regions
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Bay Area (CA)
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Central Valley (CA)
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Maryland
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Minnesota
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Mississippi
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Nevada
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Sacramento (CA)
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Wisconsin
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