Check out our Teen Center's Summer Exhibit!

Join us for Down the Rabbit Hole, the LAYC Teen Center's summer youth art exhibition. Explore a magical collection of student-created artwork inspired by imagination and wonder, and celebrate the creativity of local young artists on August 7 at 4:30 p.m.. 🃏✨🐇

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Youth Explore Careers and Purpose at The Rockefeller Foundation

Check out our blog about LAYC youth visiting The Rockefeller Foundation, where they connected with professionals, explored meaningful career pathways, and learned how philanthropy can drive positive change.

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Become a Monthly Hero for Our Youth

Your ongoing support empowers young lives. Click to see how your donation can make a lasting impact.

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Check Out Upcoming LAYC Events!

Check out upcoming events at LAYC! From community celebrations to youth exhibitions, there’s always something exciting happening.

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Reconnect and Empower: Join LAYC Nation!

Are you an LAYC alum? Reconnect, mentor, and make a lasting impact for the next generation.

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Helping youth achieve a successful transition to adulthood since 1968!

About Us

Youth Served in 2024

Our Impact

Our Reach

Every year we serve over 4,000 youth in Washington, D.C. and Maryland’s Prince George’s and Montgomery Counties, plus dozens of service points through partner schools and organizations. Our main sites include:

Montgomery County

8700 Georgia Avenue, Suite 500
Silver Spring, MD 20910

Kaplan Building (D.C)

1419 Columbia Road, NW
Washington, DC 20009

Prince George’s County

6200 Sheridan Street
Riverdale, MD 20737

Hours & Phone

Our Programs

We provide over 50 programs and services to help youth become the best possible version of themselves. We offer support in housing, education, wellness, and much more!

Promotor Pathway® Model

Our signature youth development model removes barriers facing youth, proactively encourages participation in a broad set of LAYC services, and connects them to resources within the community.