“It always seems impossible until it's done.” ~ Nelson Mandela

YMWIC thanks our Partners, PECO and ifm efector, inc., for your Education Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) donations toward our education programming. We are grateful for the continued support of both Partners.

Our valued Partner, Ansys, has provided funds to support YMWIC Programming. We thank you for your generosity and continued support

By winning this competitive grant, we have identified projects for positive change. Grant programs like this help us achieve our Mission to empower and prepare economically disadvantaged and historically underrepresented youth to excel and become leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) careers by driving our local communities forward through innovation and fostering a culture of equity and inclusion.

YMWIC Scholars Xavier McClanahan, Janis A. Bady, Iyana Miller, and Misael Ventura pictured with Dan Dimucci of Pennoni Associates Inc. at far left, and Mr. Richard Roberts, III at far right.

Two members of First Place Winning team from LaFrance Corp, Mark Radio, Dom Palantino, Vince Mirarchi and Brian Spicer

A sincere thank you to all of our Sponsors, Donors, and Penn Oaks Golf Club staff for your support in making this event a huge success! In addition, we thank those who donated to the Silent Auction: Read more.

Coatesville Chapter: Micah Miles, our featured Scholar in the Coatesville Chapter, is in the 9th grade at Avon Grove Charter School. He earned Distinguished Honors and Honor Roll recognition last school year. A returning Scholar, Micah has most enjoyed the learning opportunities that have been presented to him as a member of YMWIC. He says, "I have learned how to complete a science research project from start to finish and present my findings."

Phoenixville Chapter: Mikahel Anselm attends Phoenixville Area High School as a 10th grade student. He joined YMWIC last year. He says that he finds comfort as a member of the Foundation and it has taught him, "In order to get what you want in life, you must work for it; because most of the time, it won't come easily." He feels that it has been important to practice the principles that YMWIC teaches. Those principles will help him and other Scholars hone and increase their experiences with skills they already have.

West Chester Chapter: Spencer Palmer, a 7th grade Scholar at Stetson Middle School, has been a YMWIC member since 6th grade. He made the Honor Roll at Stetson last year. Spencer most enjoys the projects he participates in at the workshops, saying, "The Foundation’s staff and activities have made me more interested in science and how things work." When we asked what he would tell his peers about YMWIC, he replied, "I would tell others that YMWIC is a great Program where you can have fun learning and making friends." HIs advice to younger or new Scholars is, "Keep your head up and hang in there; the hard work will pay off."

YMWIC has another month remaining for enrollment of 3rd - 11th grade students in the Chester Upland, Coatesville, Furness High School - Philadelphia, Norristown, Phoenixville, Upper Darby, West Chester, and William Penn School Districts. If you are interested in becoming an active member of YMWIC, you can visit our website at ymwicfoundation.org to learn more about the Foundation and how we will benefit your Scholar and your family. 

Spread the word about YMWIC! Forward this Newsletter to your family, friends, colleagues, neighbors, classmates, or anyone who may be interested in this exceptional Program focused on academic excellence. Use this link to complete an inquiry form, and we will contact you to tell you more about YMWIC and how it benefits students and their families. YMWIC helps to ensure success at the K-12 level and college. We continue supporting our Scholars after college graduation until they have secured a professional position. Join us! Let us be a resource in your academic journey.

Click these links to complete the 2022-2023 Program Year Online Scholar Application and Scholar Personal Statement Form.

In the business world, engineering jobs are among the most rewarding entry-level careers, especially with the latest advances in technology. An example of this would be a Design Engineer. Design engineering is all about having ideas and being able to convert those ideas into actual products for consumers to use. Also known as CAD Engineers, they develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing procedures and product designs with the use of both computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided engineering (CAE) software. In addition, they attempt to increase the effectiveness of existing products. Furthermore, they focus on how the goods can be created more smoothly and affordably. Read more.

Thank you to our 2022 Summer Program Junior Counselors: Daniel Adeyemi, Delight Adeyemi, Sydney Holland, Dayanis Morales, Salimata Sore, Mikah Paul, Princesa Villa Lucio, Steven Wah, Mikahel Anselm, Myla Massolena, Sahdahya Addy, Iyana Miller, Malcolm Lawrence, Isis Emerson, and Zion Lee Lawrence; as well as Sub-Junior Counselors: Olaoluwayemi Dayo, and Kadi Sore. Thanks to Misael Ventura, Andrea Lewis, Xavier McClanahan, and Chelsea, our Robotics Assistants. Amanda Beck-Harris and Meet Shah, who are not YMWIC Scholars, were also employed as Junior Counselors.

It’s college time! Isabella Mena, 2022 YMWIC graduate, was ready. Bella began her freshman year at Temple University in Philadelphia where she will major in Psychology. She was excited to get familiar with the campus and especially liked all of the food trucks on campus and the great variety of food they offered. She even sent us a picture of her first college meal – from one of the trucks!

We wish Bella the best at Temple – good grades (Dean’s List or President’s Honor List), fun, lots of new friendships, and many more delicious meals.

UPDATE! The YMWIC 17th Annual Career and College Expo will now be a VIRTUAL event!

Only registrants will receive the Zoom link to attend. You can register for the YMWIC 17th Annual Career and College Expo by selecting this link.

College and University Representatives and Corporate and Community Partners:

You are invited to interact one-on-one, virtually, with YMWIC Scholars and their families at the YMWIC 17th Annual Career and College Expo. To register to take part as a participant at this exciting event, click here.

When Chuck (pictured on left) delivered the refrigerator to YMWIC Headquarters at Cheyney University, Rick shared more about the YMWIC story with him and gave him the grand tour. Meanwhile, he had called Jason Bady - YMWIC Alum and York College of Pennsylvania graduate (pictured on right), who arrived within 15 minutes, ready to help lift the heavy appliance. Read more.

YMWIC Corporate Partner and Supporter Pennoni Associates Inc., an Architectural Engineering and Construction company, has featured the Foundation in its recent Newsletter. The article highlights the YMWIC Mission, Scholars, and the involvement of Pennoni's Dan DiMucci, who has been a volunteer with the Foundation for more than ten years! We thank Pennoni for their continued support. You can view the article on their website by clicking here.

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Education Improvement Tax Credit (EITC): YMWIC Foundation, Inc. is eligible to receive funds from the EITC Program which is administered by Pennsylvania’s Department of Community and Economic Development. We thank those businesses that donate their EITC funding to YMWIC Foundation and encourage others to consider directing funding to our community nonprofit that provides college and career preparation for K-12 students; empowers their families; counseling, financial support and internships for YMWIC college alumni; and enriches our communities by developing a talented and skilled workforce. Please contact Rick Roberts at (610) 340-2844 if you would like to consider our YMWIC Foundation, Inc. as the recipient of your company's EITC funds.

Amazon Smile and YMWIC: Using Amazon Smile costs you nothing but can make a world of difference to our Scholars and the resources we provide. When you shop on AmazonSmile, the AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the purchase price of eligible products to the charitable organization of your choice. When making online purchases from Amazon, simply search for YMWIC Foundation or YMIC Foundation. Your product cost will not increase when donating to YMWIC.