The Michelle Young Foundation
Connecting students to opportunities
The Michelle Young Foundation exists to create customized scholarships, educator partnerships, and distinctive programming so underserved students can access growth opportunities. We value community, educators, opportunity, inclusion, and accessibility.
The inspiration
How it Started
Our Founder, Michelle Young, is an educator with experience both in the classroom as a 5th-grade teacher and in supportive roles. Michelle taught during the COVID-19 pandemic and knows firsthand the heart and time that goes into being an educator. Michelle’s passion for creating opportunities for underserved students and supporting educators is why she has developed The Michelle Young Foundation.
The Educator Champions’ Fund
We celebrate educators and the care they put into their students. Many times, teachers meet the needs of students through their personal paychecks. We want to help. Educators nominate students for the Champions Scholarship, which pays for an activity of the students' choice that they would not otherwise be able to participate in without financial support.
Homework and Hoops
The Michelle Young Foundation offers an afterschool program called Homework and Hoops to public school districts where students engage in literacy and math tutoring and basketball skills coaching. We also partner with educators to provide scholarships to students for participation in activities of their choice on a needs basis.
Homework and Hoops work with public school districts to provide athletic and academic support in one fun program. Our Learning Coaches integrate basketball with learning. A 2022 National Library of Medicine study of after-school activity programs showed that physical activity enrichment improved concentration, performance, and students' mental health.
Are you an educator or parent who would like to have the Homework and Hoops Program at your school?
Breaking Barriers, Building Futures
Your support not only sustains our initiatives but also signifies a shared commitment to empowering individuals, fostering growth, and building a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
Committed to inspiring and supporting children, fostering a future filled with hope and possibility.
Meet Our Dedicated Team
Michelle Young
Executive Director
Jamie Koster
Board Member
Logan Schultz
Board Member
Danielle Andvik
Board Member
Empowering Change, Inspiring Hope
Join our community and be a catalyst for change!