Boys and Young Men

Boys without education and work are often pushed to society’s margins. Violence, intolerance, and illegal activities threaten their lives and communities—leading a growing number of organizations to design educational programs especially for boys and young men.

Within its four portfolio areas, GFC supports over a dozen grantee partners that provide life skills education, job training, substance abuse prevention, and other critical support specifically targeting at-risk boys and young men.

Click here to read the full concept paper on the Distinctive Needs of Vulnerable Boys.