our focus …
Yo Dash Corp is non-profit organization operated by The Garcia Family in West Palm Beach, Florida. We work to improve the outcomes for African American Youth in achieving a sustainable future where they can live their best life.
Our program iniatives develop aspiring minority youth to learn grit and focus in pursuit of using their God-Given abilities.
Primarily – through our program our youth learn:
• Critical Thinking
• Oral and Written Communication Skills
• STEM [ Science, Technology, Engineering, Math]
• Confidence, Poise, Self-Esteem
• Teamwork
How we started …
” In 2011, we took a leap of faith to start Yo Dash Foundation. It felt natural for both of us, after supporting many community endeavors over the years. So with our experience in media publications, sports management, corporate marketing we started helping youth develop skills to thrive.
Yo Dash Foundation is incorporated as a non-profit in the State of Florida and registered as charity. “
– Marjorie + Rigo Garcia | Yo Dash Corp | Founders’
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Jump the Fence Golf Tourney
Yo Dash Foundation is hosting its’ 11th Annual Jump the Fence Golf Tournament fundraiser in Kissimmee, FL, October 15-18, 2021. All golf skill levels are welcomed for a fun weekend. Proceeds benefit the upcoming debate league organized by Yo Dash Foundation.
Interested Organizations
Yo Dash is starting the inaugural season of the Debate Youth Organization Leage (DYO). The debate league teams consists of organizations who have established youth groups as a component of their overall organization’s mission. The skills learned by youth participating in debate are: communication skills, problem-solving abilities, critical thinking and increased self-esteem. Interested organizations can learn more below.
SW Garcia Scholarship
The matriarch of the family – Sonja Garcia awards annual scholarships to deserving African American women attending college. The scholarship is managed by the Alpha Alpha Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Applications are accepted in January of every year.
debate youth league updates
The pandemic has slowed the start of our debate season. Safety and comfort are most important in protecting participants and audiences alike. Our inaugural season is tentatively scheduled for the 2021-2022. Updates are sent regularly to organizations. If your organization is interested in participating -or have questions, please click the button below to send us a note.
we Work to reslove.
There is lots to be done for the next generation of future leaders. If you want to get involved with our programs – or have suggestion(s), please contact us.
Disparities
African American boys are a student demographic historically is misunderstood in classrooms. Misbehavior, learning styles and social skills are often misconstrued as problems by educators when in fact, African American boys are simply not receiving the most effective forms of discilpine, lessons – and peer-interaction opportunities.
Our programs develop critical skills for young African American boys to excel.
Soft Skills
To stand out in our competitve world, students are required to hone many skills and abilities which is not a one-day job. These are skills are used to convey ideas and messages in an effective manner. Soft skills are very important in today’s world where management and human resources are given prime focus.
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