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ENGAGE.
Every year, businesses, individuals, and foundations provide funding for some of YEP's most essential community services and events.
We hope you’ll consider partnering with us to provide young people in the Greater New Orleans region the opportunities, resources and relationships they need to thrive.
YEP is growing and looking for passionate people to join our inclusive, talented team as we run the largest non-profit organization in the Greater New Orleans region focused on providing comprehensive services to underserved and court-involved youth.
YEP operates a full-service bike shop and a thrift store located on Oretha Castle Haley Boulevard in Central City. These shops provide young people with work-based learning opportunities while also offering essential retail services to the community.
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We also welcome donations of clothes, bikes, and household items.
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YEP is seeking qualified consultants or firms to facilitate our upcoming strategic planning process, which will shape the direction of our organization from fiscal year 2026 through 2030. As part of this process, we aim to engage a broad range of stakeholders, align our organizational goals, and develop a comprehensive plan to guide our next five years of growth and impact. Strategic Planning RFP submissions are due December 16th, 2024.
SHOP YEP.
Thrift Works is a clothing, furniture, and household thrift store. Young people gain real-world customer service, point of sale, and inventory management experience in a vibrant retail environment.
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Donations of gently used items, such as clothing, accessories, small appliances, housewares, toys, and books are appreciated. Donations are only accepted when the store is open.
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Current hours of operation:
Monday - Friday: 10am - 5pm
1626B Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70113
(504) 702-8070
Bike Works
Bike Works is a full-service bicycle repair shop. Young people learn to diagnose and fix both customer-owned and donated bicycles. Students learn the basics of customer service as well as bicycle maintenance.
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Current hours of operation:
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Weekdays except Wednesday: 10am-5pm
Wednesday: 10am-3pm
1604 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70113
(504) 264-7090
Thrift Works