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Welcome to the Mary and Frances Youth Center!
Enhancing the lives of youth in the Richmond metro area
Nestled within VCU’s Division of Community Engagement, the Mary and Frances Youth Center is home to two private tennis courts and dedicated classrooms tailored for youth programming and educational training workshops for youth educators.
Our vision at the MFYC is to lead the way as a regional powerhouse in university-community collaborations for positive youth development.
Join the second cohort of the VCU Advanced Certificate in Youth Development Management!
Registration Now Open!
2025-26 cohort starts in August 2025.
Empower yourself with essential skills in positive youth development. This new certificate is ideal for professionals in early childhood, youth / young adult programs, and health services and equips cohort members to excel as caregivers, mentors, teachers, and leaders of youth in the region. Tailored to address the unique needs of youth in the Richmond region, our program sets the standard for community engagement across Virginia! Join the cohort this year!
Read more about the VCU Advanced Certificate in Youth Development here.
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