OYC Miami Newsletter | July 2025 | | |
Backpacks, Teamwork,
and Community Spirit
OYC Miami was thrilled to partner with Terra Group for this year’s back-to-school distribution, ensuring our students are ready to start the school year equipped and confident. Spearheaded by Christy Martin, Terra Group generously donated backpacks filled with essential school supplies to support our youth as they head back to class.
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Undefeated and Unstoppable
OYC Miami Basketball
OYC Miami is officially a house of champions—winning basketball championships in both the spring and summer of 2025! From dominating the Nationwide League earlier this year to securing another hard-fought summer victory, our players have shown unmatched skill, grit, and determination.
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Gratitude in Motion:
Two Wheels, Endless Smiles
Gratitude was in motion at OYC Miami—visible in every smile, every pedal, and every shared moment of joy. We are still riding the high from an unforgettable day made possible by Reese Whitley, founder of We Are Complex MIA, Mack Cycle & Fitness, and their incredible team. Their presence, energy, and intentionality brought inspiration and excitement as our youth enjoyed an enriching, hands-on experience that promoted both fun and wellness.
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Reeling in
New Experiences
OYC Miami is deeply grateful to City of Miami Chairwoman Christine King, the Fishing and Conservation Trust, and the Reward Fishing Fleet for giving our youth the opportunity to set sail for an unforgettable fishing adventure. Out on the open water, our young anglers spent the day reeling in and releasing fish, learning about marine life, and exploring the importance of protecting our oceans.
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Now Hiring!!!
Join the OYC Team
We are now hiring, and OYC Miami is looking for dedicated and passionate professionals to join the OYC team. We are only able to do what we do through the support of the community, and through the dedication of our staff. Our staff are comprised of remarkable individuals who share our commitment to inspire, enrich, expose and empower.
Visit the link below to see our job opportunities!
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Lunch and Learn Series:
Leading with Purpose, Discovering our Why
| As part of OYC Miami’s ongoing Lunch and Learn Series, we were honored to welcome Rashmi Airan for an inspiring and thought-provoking session on uncovering our WHY—the driving force behind what we do—and identifying the values that guide our actions. | | |
Shining Bright
OYC Miami Summer Showcase
OYC Miami ended its summer programming on a high note with our Summer Showcase, a vibrant celebration of creativity, talent, and growth. Families, friends, and community supporters filled the room as our youth took center stage to share the skills, confidence, and self-expression they’ve been building all summer long.
| | 15th Annual Jewel Summit Inspires Girls to Shine Inside and Out 💎🐞✨ - Honey Shine | The 15th Annual Jewel Summit, led by Honey Shine founder Tracy Wilson Mourning, was a radiant day of wisdom, encouragement, and empowerment for the women and girls in attendance. This year's theme, iCharm, offered our Honey Bugs motivational workshops designed to strengthen both their inner... | | | |
Creativity and Connection at Camp Honey Shine 💛🐞✨ - Honey Shine | At Camp Honey Shine, visits from longtime friends and champions are always special-and Norma Jean is one of the brightest lights in our sisterhood. A dedicated ally and supporter, she makes it a priority to spend time with our girls each summer, bringing with her... | | | |
Field Day Fun & Sisterhood - Honey Shine | It was a picture-perfect day at Camp Honey Shine as our Honey Bugs joined the Break Through girls for an unforgettable field day at Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart. From exciting sporting events to splashing down water slides, and cooling off with ice cream... | | | | |
Capital Campaign
It is not too late to join #OYC and make history‼️
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We aren in season of giving! Spread
L💙VE in our community…one brick at a time!
What better way to imprint L💙VE into the community than by purchasing a brick for our capital campaign. When you purchase a brick, you can create a personalized forever message that will be a part of our foundation; created to symbolize building strong children and communities.
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iAscend
Band of Brothers
Young men from OYC Miami came together for our annual Band of Brothers Summit, the culminating event of our year-long signature male program. This gender-specific initiative provides a strong, supportive environment where young males can learn, grow, and express themselves while building meaningful mentorship connections.
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Loud and Proud:
Chant Off 2025
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The energy in the OYC Miami gym was electric as we closed out summer programming with one of our most spirited traditions—the Chant Off! This high-energy competition brought together our elementary, middle school, and high school groups to showcase their pride, creativity, and teamwork through original chants that filled the room with rhythm and spirit.
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Carnival Packs
The Future
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OYC Miami is deeply grateful to Carnival for helping our students start the school year strong. Through their generosity, Carnival donated backpacks—equipping our youth with the tools they need to succeed in the classroom and beyond.
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Wild Encounters
at OYC Miami
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OYC Miami middle school campers kicked off summer with an unforgettable in-house field trip that transformed our gym into a lively wildlife experience! Our campers had the rare opportunity to get up close and personal with an incredible array of animals, including crocodiles, anteaters, porcupines, honey bears, baby foxes, parrots, and so many other fascinating creatures.
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| | Upcoming Programs & Events | | Visit our calendar of events for more information. | |
Overtown Young Professionals (OYP) is a group of young professionals between the ages of 21 and 39. OYP exists to empower future leaders of our community to engage, connect and support the mission of the Overtown Youth Center. OYP members will serve as ambassadors to raise awareness about the transformational programs that provide youth and families the support necessary to bridge educational, social, emotional, and opportunity gaps that exist in urban communities.
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OYC Miami | (305) 349-1204
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