O - Youth Development

YTL Mission

The Osman Foundation exists to help K-12 students reach their full potential through academic and enrichment programs.

Following is an overview of a few of our programs that support our mission.

Chatham Girls 4STEM works with 5th and 6th grade girls to stimulate an interest in continuing to pursue science, technology, engineering, arts and math studies. This program exposes girls to the opportunities to grow with hands-on exploration with actual engineers. This program inspires girls to shine in these areas and instills confidence that they can excel.

We equip and empower low-income youth in Charlotte to rise above their circumstances of poverty by providing access to high quality art education & experiences.

To allow Edgecombe County girls (7-18) to Convert Idleness to Active via service, education and personal growth.

To teach kids how to behave well, make good decisions and build healthy relationships.

Dropout prevention services to at risk youth

To provide opportunities for challenging and enriching science education experiences that maximize the learning potential and personal development of K-12 students in Duplin County, North Carolina and prepare them for success in degree programs and careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

To provide housing, life skills, job training, and mental health services to at risk and homeless young adults primarily in the 16-22 year old range