Youth Opportunity (YO!) Baltimore

YO! Baltimore provides services to youth (aged 18-24) not currently enrolled in school so that they are able to obtain their GED and/or connect with employment opportunities. YO! Baltimore is operated in partnership with the Mayor’s Office of Employment Development.

Career Services

  • Career exploration and connection to various occupational training

  • Job readiness training and resume building

  • Paid internship opportunities that lead to job placements and direct hire positions

  • On-site professional clothing available

Mental Health Services

  • Diagnostic assessments

  • Support groups

  • 1 on 1 individual therapy

  • PRP and medication management referrals made upon request

Case Management

  • Connecting youth to a caring employment advocate to assist in barrier removal, employment opportunities, and promoting self-sufficiency

  • Setting personal and professional goals

  • Providing access to community resources ie. legal services, housing assistance, SSI benefits, SNAP, and health insurance

  • Assistance with college and trade school admissions

Academic Services

  • On-site and Virtual pre-GED and GED classes

  • 1 on 1 virtual tutoring and online learning programs

  • Finanacial assistance for payment of GED exams

  • College fairs and tours

Our Strategy for Success

Once a YO member, Always a YO member

Hundreds of youth stay connected to YO for several years because there is no time limit set for their participation. We meet our students where they are and provide support when they are ready. They can enter and exit from the program at their own pace. 

  • An average of 20 youth annually earn their GED with YO and an average of 180 youth annually connected to employment opportunities

  • 3,060 youth served since 2000!

Call us, email us, or visit us in person at our building! We do walk-in intakes 10AM to 3PM, Monday through Friday.

Ready to Enroll?

Enrollment Eligibility:

  • You must be 18-24 years old

  • Out of school (if under 19 and not a high school graduate, a withdrawal form is required)

  • Social Security Card

  • Proof of Baltimore City residence

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Questions?

We are open Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5 pm

Come find us at 1212 N. Wolfe. St

Call us at 410-732-2661