News
When amazing things are happening every day, a monthly newsletter does not do justice! Check this page for more frequent updates on the happenings, news, and events of YDO.
July 16, 2026 Designated “YDO Day” in Lawrence
07.12.26
In recognition of YDO’s 20th anniversary, the Lawrence City Council has designated July 16, 2026 as YDO Day, with a proclamation to “recognize and honor their 20 years of dedicated service to the…
YDO Alumnus Wins Prestigious Federal Fellowship
05.20.26
In a first for YDO, we are thrilled to share that Victor Rivera, Jr. been awarded the Harry S. Truman Scholarship. A YDO Kid since 4th Grade, Victor is a junior in the Honors Program at Marist College…
Front Page, Above the Fold: Eagle Tribune Covers Robotics Competition
05.04.26
>>Botball Continued from Page 1 Spectators were constantly crowding the game board to see the students’ hard work get put to the test, as competing schools’ bots went head-to-head in matches throughout…
Celebrating 20 Years
02.03.26
The first official YDO program was launched when our founder, Howard, combined a few key ingredients: Those ingredients combined can (and did) make for a successful enrichment experience. However, Howard…
Cambio Scholars Getting Started
01.02.26
“Cultivating Access to Medicine, Biotech, and Integrated Opportunities” YDO is one of ten Lawrence nonprofits working as a collaborative with Merrimack Health Lawrence…
Our 2025 Impact Report
12.19.25
In 2025, we raised the bar higher again, serving over 750 individual students. We created more than 100 youth jobs to help deliver afterschool and summer programs. And, we saw 58% of YDO Kids take part…