Directions For Our Youth

Directions For Our Youth DFOY is a non-profit youth development organization that provides programming in underserved areas of NYC for young people enrolled in grades K-12.

DFOY engages youth as active partners in their own development as they seek to become thriving, self sufficient adults and agents of change within their local and global communities.

Congratulations to Shardelle, Program Director at DFOY MS 498, on receiving the Innovation Youth Programming Award at th...
06/04/2026

Congratulations to Shardelle, Program Director at DFOY MS 498, on receiving the Innovation Youth Programming Award at the COMPASS20 Awards!

This well-deserved recognition celebrates her creativity, dedication, and commitment to empowering young people through innovative and impactful programming. Shardelle’s passion for youth leadership, and community building shines through everything she does, and we are proud to have her as part of the DFOY family.

Thank you, Shardelle, for the difference you make every day in the lives of our participants, staff, an community. We are honored to celebrate this incredible achievement with you!

Against all odds, our MS 180 DYCD Soccer Team finished the regular season on top!Our students showed resilience, heart, ...
05/21/2026

Against all odds, our MS 180 DYCD Soccer Team finished the regular season on top!

Our students showed resilience, heart, and determination every step of the way.

Bronx DYCD Tournament Champions 🥇

Headed to the City Championship Playoffs to compete for the NYC title.

So proud of this team and everything they’ve accomplished. The journey continues!

An evening of celebration, inspiration and meaningful connections. Thank you to everyone who joined us for a DFOY Gala a...
05/20/2026

An evening of celebration, inspiration and meaningful connections. Thank you to everyone who joined us for a DFOY Gala and helped make the night truly memorable. Here’s a look back at the unforgettable moments.

You can still donate at https://secure.qgiv.com/event/directionsforouryouthincauction/

05/15/2026

Tonight’s the night! 🎉

We’re celebrating 35 years at Sankofa Haus tonight.

There’s still time to participate and support the mission by making a donation.

https://www.dfoy.org/donate

The DFOY Gala Auction is officially live! Start bidding now on exclusive items and experiences. Online bidding will clos...
05/06/2026

The DFOY Gala Auction is officially live! Start bidding now on exclusive items and experiences. Online bidding will close at 7 PM on May 14, but the excitement continues in person at the Gala. Don’t miss your chance to participate and support our mission.

Click the link below!
https://secure.qgiv.com/event/directionsforouryouthincauction/

Every ticket supports Directions for Our Youth as we celebrate 35 years of impact.Join us at our Anniversary Gala at San...
05/01/2026

Every ticket supports Directions for Our Youth as we celebrate 35 years of impact.

Join us at our Anniversary Gala at Sankofa House, enter the raffle, or make a donation, however you choose to show up, you’re helping us invest in the next generation.

https://secure.qgiv.com/for/goldtickraf/event/goldenticketraffle/

YOU ARE INVITED! We are having our 35th Anniversary Gala on May 14th. We hope to see you all there. Come and support DFO...
04/20/2026

YOU ARE INVITED!

We are having our 35th Anniversary Gala on May 14th. We hope to see you all there. Come and support DFOY!

Students are counting on you to in the Executive Budget, Three weeks ago, we rallied on the steps of the Tweed Courth...
04/16/2026

Students are counting on you to in the Executive Budget,

Three weeks ago, we rallied on the steps of the Tweed Courthouse to show just how vital this program is for our young people, and that urgency hasn’t changed. We know you care, and that’s why we’ll be back outside City Hall on 4/16 calling for sustained funding.

Don’t miss out! The deadline for early bird tickets to the 35th anniversary celebration of DFOY is April 1st. Get your t...
03/30/2026

Don’t miss out! The deadline for early bird tickets to the 35th anniversary celebration of DFOY is April 1st. Get your tickets today!

Address

26 Bruckner Boulevard
The Bronx, NY
10454

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

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https://www.dfoy.org/donate, https://secure.qgiv.com/for/kw6a86/, https://secure.qgiv.com/for/gold

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