Recipient of the Dr. June Marion James Black Legends Bursary: COURTNEY
MEET THE
YOUTH WE SUPPORT
Who Are Our Youth?
The Pinball Foundation works with Community Partners to identify the most marginalized youth in our communities. The ultimate goal is to see youth successfully entering the workforce, gainfully employed in careers they desire.
"Our goal is to help youth see past their present circumstances."
- Michael "Pinball" Clemons
YOUTH SPOTLIGHT
We highlight amazing youth from the Mainstream Bursary Program who display great leadership ability, a commitment to learning and a capacity for positive growth.
Through the Pinball Foundation and our community partners, youth in our programs have access to the following supports:
EDUCATION NEEDS
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Scholarships
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Bursaries
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School supplies
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Books
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Technology
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Tutoring
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Institution Liaison
MENTORSHIP
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Wrap-around support model
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One-on-one mentorship
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Bi-weekly group mentorship
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Full-time seasoned professionals
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Career mentorship team
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Social Worker
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Guidance Counsellor
CAREER PREP
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Job readiness training
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Resume building
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LinkedIn support
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Interview prep
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Co-op placement
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Survival job
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Career Guaranteed within 45 days of graduation
EMERGENCY SUPPORT
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Emotional support
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Crisis intervention
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Housing resources
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Food security
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Public transit
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Wi-Fi access
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Furniture Bank
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