Y.O.U.T.H. Thrive Network of Rhode Island Programs
Y.O.U.T.H. Thrive Network of Rhode Island connects young people, families, and community partners to build pathways for leadership, healing, support, and opportunity. We center young people as leaders and decision-makers, offering resources designed to build belonging and advance thriving futures across our communities.
| Program Focus | Objective | What We Offer |
|---|---|---|
| Youth Wellness | Healing-centered resources | Safe spaces dedicated to community care, mental wellness and moments of joy and connection. |
| Workforce Readiness | Training and capacity building | Practical workshops focused on resume building, interview preparation, and developing professional confidence. |
| Leadership Development | Youth voice and civic engagement | Opportunities for young people to act as advocates, storytellers, and decision-makers in shaping community change. |
| Financial Literacy | Expanding opportunity | Accessible, plain-language education on budgeting, saving, and financial planning to support long-term independence. |
| Career Exploration | Pathways to opportunity | Direct connections to local professionals, internships, and hands-on skill-building across Rhode Island neighborhoods. |
| Mentorship | Peer support and learning moments | Intergenerational support and peer connections that foster trust, guidance, and a deep sense of belonging. |
LOOKING AHEAD
Growing Pathways. Expanding Opportunity.
YTNRI is building for the future by expanding opportunities for Rhode Island youth to learn, connect, and grow. As our network develops, we plan to offer additional
cohorts, career-connected experiences, mentorship opportunities, financial education, leadership development, and stronger connections to education, training, and
employment pathways.
Our growth will remain intentional—guided by youth and family needs, community partnerships, and opportunities that help young people take meaningful next steps
toward their future.
CONNECT WITH THE NETWORK
There’s a place for everyone in building stronger pathways for Rhode Island youth.
YOUTH
Explore programs, discover possibilities, build skills, and connect to opportunities.
FAMILIES
Discover resources and opportunities that support your young person’s growth and future.
PARTNERS
Bring your expertise, mentorship, resources, or opportunities to Rhode Island youth.
COMMUNITY
Volunteer, collaborate, invest, and help expand access to meaningful opportunities.
Together, we can help youth become better prepared, better connected, and more confident about what comes next
Connect With the Network
Youth: Explore Opportunities and Share a Voice.
Partners: Collaborate for Youth Impact or Refer a Young Person.
Community: Invest in Youth Futures and Help Build Thriving Futures.
OUR MISSION
Y.O.U.T.H. Thrive Network of Rhode Island (YTNRI) empowers youth ages 12-19 by expanding access to workforce readiness, financial literacy, leadership development, wellness, mentorship and career exploration.
OUR VISION
A Rhode Island where every young person feels connected, valued, supported, and empoweredto thrive.
