Real Talk Youth Impact Program
About Real Talk Youth Impact Program
Real Talk Youth Impact Program works with at-risk youth ages 8 to 18 in Southern Nevada, plus the parents and guardians around them. The pull here is simple: kids get practical support, from Change One meetings and tutoring to career prep and sponsored activities, while families get support of their own. It is built for the stretch of life when small choices can shape a lot, and for donors, that makes the case feel immediate.
What sets Real Talk apart is the way it brings lived experience into the room. Its speaker team includes former and present federal and state offenders who speak directly to young people about positive choices, alongside free monthly Change One meetings, a mandatory parent support group, and sponsored extracurricular activity funding.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Change One meetings
Free monthly meetings for youth ages 8 to 18, with speakers and a closing guest speaker who share personal experiences to encourage positive choices and productive citizenship.
Parent support group
A free mandatory parent support group held during Change One meetings, with a therapist observing and monitoring discussions.
Career prep class
A mandatory career preparation class that participants attend as part of the program requirements.
Sponsored extracurricular activities
Funding support for approved extracurricular activities, including boxing, baseball, football, gymnastics and cheer, horseback riding, martial arts, singing or choir, volleyball, and other activities, with limited funding for selected activities up to $150 per month.
Tutoring
Tutoring support provided upon request.
College entry exams and applications
Payment support for up to three college entry exams and applications upon request.
Community resources
Monthly community resources for parents, guardians, and youth.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
To inspire the next generation to pursue their hopes and dreams, build strong character, and reach their full potential as responsible citizens and future leaders.
Who they serve
At-risk youth ages 8 to 18 in Southern Nevada, along with their parents and guardians.
Their impact
- More than 2,300 at-risk youth helped
- 1,200+ program graduates
- More than $350,000 in sponsored extracurricular activities to date
How your donation helps
- Keeping the free monthly Change One meetings available
- Sponsoring a child's extracurricular activity
- Providing tutoring support
- Paying for college entry exams and applications
- Supporting limited funding for selected extracurricular activities
Our story
Real Talk Youth Impact Program was founded in 2012 by Sheree D. Corniel after more than 20 years in law enforcement. She created the program to help keep children from entering the system by showing them positive options. Her own path in competitive fastpitch softball, which led to an athletic college scholarship and ultimately becoming an Olympian, also shaped the way she thought about opening doors for young people.
Need help?
How someone in need can access Real Talk Youth Impact Program’s services.
Families pre-register the youth participant before a monthly meeting. Children must be 8 years old to participate. Youth attend four Change One meetings and one mandatory career prep class, and parents attend required support group meetings.
In their words
We cannot always build the future for our youth, but we can build our youth for the future.
My vision is to save as many lives as I can by preparing a positive roadmap for kids and providing them with the tools they need to become all they are destined to be.
Our motto is, and always will be, to make a positive impact in the lives of youth.
Events
Change One meetings
monthlyFree monthly meetings for youth ages 8 to 18, with speakers and a closing guest speaker.
Career prep class
monthlyA mandatory career preparation class for participants.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Real Talk Youth Impact Program has shared.
Current needs
- Sponsors for extracurricular activities
- Volunteer monthly speakers
- Donations to keep the free Change One meetings available
Volunteer opportunities
- Serve as a monthly speaker
- Help with the monthly Change One meetings
- Join the volunteer speaker team
Recognition & press
In the media
- 8 News Now, a feature on Real Talk Youth Impact Program's partnership with Findlay Automotive Group and teen impact work
Press & mentions
Partners & funders
In the news
Articles featuring Real Talk Youth Impact Program from the Love What You Fund newsroom.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
Who can participate in Change One meetings?
Youth ages 8 to 18 can participate, and they need to pre-register before attending.
What do participants need to do to graduate from the program or receive sponsorship funds?
Participants need to attend four Change One meetings and one mandatory career prep class. Parents also need to attend the required support group meetings.
What kinds of support can participating youth receive?
Participants can apply for funding for extracurricular activities. Upon request, the program also pays for tutoring and up to three college entry exams and applications.
Does the program include parent support?
Yes. Real Talk offers a free mandatory parent support group during Change One meetings, and a therapist observes and monitors the discussions.
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