About Youthful Generations

Youthful Generations is a nonprofit empowering Des Moines youth, focusing on economic, academic, and social growth to nurture future leaders. Your support is crucial for at-risk youths brighter future through social responsibility, healthy living, and cultural acceptance. We believe in their potential and offer academic support, shaping confident individuals.

How Can We Help?

We're here for you! As a community resource, we welcome your ideas for improvement. ​Join us to learn more and get involved by visiting our website and contacting us today.

Child Safety

Child safety is crucial and needs diverse approaches. Education is key to improving it, involving parents, caregivers, and others to change attitudes and behaviors.

Join Us

Program Registration 2023
We will provide our youth with many intellectual levels​ of thinking. why wait get registered, now.
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Volunteers Registration 2023
Parents are welcomed to become a part of our growing community.  Get involved!

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Summer Program 2023
Will give our youth an unforgettable experience & memorable memories. To ensure our youth stay engaged in academic development through L.O.S.T summer free time. 

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About Shamekia Harston

Executive Director
​I was born and raised in Des Moines, IA. I was not fortunate enough to be raised by both parents in the home. As a child I suffered but survived as an at-risk youth. I was in and out of homes I attended multiple schools in the Des Moines area. By the age of twelve I was on my own I spent most of my time as a youth being raised in Augusta Arkansas by my mother who was an at-risk youth. Also, as a young teen mother I had to grow up at an early age. By the age of seventeen I graduated from high school and then attended DMACC (Ankeny campus) where I received my Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate and later attend Vatterott College where I received my Medical Assistant with Limited Radiology (AAMA). As a child, a teenage mother and personal life experiences I've come to realize giving back is my passion. Youthful Generations programs are here to provide guidance and advice to ensure that our youth achieves their goals.

​Our Mentors

​Our team of leaders is here to provide our youth with positive guidance and advice. We are in a great place to provide our youth with amity. What makes Youthful Generations a special place , our team cares. We are here to put our youth first. Great isn't good enough, we strive for excellence. We are filled with leadership to provide guidance, mentoring and positive youth development. We have an unbreakable bond.

Partners

Dedicated, Engaged, Consistent