Upward Roots
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States2-10 Employees
Upward Roots is a small nonprofit based in Oakland, California, founded in 2010. It operates a curriculum that blends education, leadership, and service learning to cultivate leadership skills among youth from disadvantaged communities. By offering training and mentorship to help young people plan and carry out community service projects, the organization supports their growth into emerging leaders while also boosting self-confidence, academic progress, personal development, and civic attitudes. Its work centers on young people who face barriers to opportunity, providing structured opportunities to engage in service and leadership activities that address real community needs. Within the nonprofit sector, Upward Roots positions itself as a locally focused program that emphasizes youth development and civic participation through experiential learning. The organization serves with a lean team and operates in the Oakland area, prioritizing education, leadership development, and service-based engagement.
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