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Empowering Future Leaders: the aeyl Summer paid-Internship Program
🌞 AEYL Summer Internship 2025: A Season of Growth, Leadership, and Impact
This summer, the Alliance of Elite Youth Leadership (AEYL) once again delivered a transformative experience for teens through its Summer Internship Program, recently recapped in the video AEYL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM RECAP SUMMER '25. The program offered high school students hands-on exposure to leadership development, professional etiquette, financial literacy, and community engagement—all designed to prepare them for real-world success.
Interns participated in workshops, service projects, and mentorship sessions that emphasized both personal growth and civic responsibility. From resume writing and mock interviews to leading community events, students gained practical skills while building confidence and purpose.
The summer program is more than a seasonal offering—it’s a launchpad for future leaders. As one intern reflected, “AEYL didn’t just teach me how to lead—it showed me why leadership matters.”

AEYL partners with TMFBC to Spread Holiday Cheer with Thanksgiving Blessings 2024
🦃 AEYL & TMFBC Comes Together for 2024 Thanksgiving Blessings
In a heartwarming display of unity and generosity, AEYL & TMFBC hosted its annual Community Thanksgiving Blessings event, bringing together families, volunteers, and local leaders for a day of gratitude and giving. The 2024 celebration, captured in this video, showcases the spirit of service and fellowship that defines the TMFBC mission.
From distributing meals to uplifting messages of hope, the event served hundreds and reminded all in attendance of the power of community. Whether through prayer, song, or service, TMFBC continues to be a beacon of compassion and care during the holiday season.

AEYL Teen Camp 2024 Inspires Future Leaders Through Faith, Fun, and Fellowship
🌟 Empowering the Next Generation: AEYL Teen Leadership Camp 2024
The AEYL Teen Leadership Camp 2024, in partnership with TMFBC CYM, YMCA, and CCAC, delivered an unforgettable experience for youth leaders ready to rise. Premiered on September 17, 2024, the video captures the energy, growth, and inspiration that defined this transformative event.
From team-building activities to leadership workshops, the camp offered young participants a chance to develop confidence, build community, and embrace their potential. AEYL continues to champion youth empowerment, proving that leadership begins with opportunity and support.

AEYL recognized as the 2025 MEDC WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AWARD RECIPIENT
The 2025 MEDC AEYL Award was granted to the Alliance of Elite Youth Leadership (AEYL). The McKinney Chamber of Commerce recognized AEYL with the 2025 Workforce Development Award. This award, presented in March 2025, acknowledges AEYL's valuable contribution to enhancing career exposure and providing hands-on experience for teenagers and young adults through partnerships with businesses.

Frisco City Lifestyle Honors Visionary Leaders, Derrick & Ceretha robinson
🌟 Gratitude Is Inspiring Attitude: Frisco City Lifestyle Honors Visionary Leaders
In its November 2023 issue, Frisco City Lifestyle celebrates two visionary leaders whose presence on the cover reflects the magazine’s theme: “Gratitude Is Inspiring Attitude.” Poised before a vibrant staircase, these changemakers represent the upward momentum of community-driven leadership in Frisco.
Their stories, featured inside, explore how gratitude fuels their mission to uplift others, foster innovation, and build inclusive spaces. With professionalism and purpose, they continue to inspire a culture of excellence and appreciation across the city.

Celebrating Success: AEYL Leadership & life skills Program in misd Honors student Achievements
🎓 Celebrating Success: AEYL x MISD Leadership Program Honors 2023–2024 Achievements
The AEYL x MISD Leadership Program capped off its 2023–2024 school year with a vibrant celebration spotlighted in the video “WATCH NOW! CELEBRATING SUCCESS”. The event brought together students, educators, and community leaders to honor the growth, resilience, and accomplishments of youth participants who completed the transformative leadership journey.
From inspiring speeches to heartfelt moments of recognition, the celebration captured the spirit of empowerment that defines the AEYL x MISD partnership. With a focus on cultivating future leaders, the program continues to make a lasting impact across the district and beyond.

AEYL Featured in Community Impact: Empowering Teens in McKinney
🌟 The Power of Teen Service: Building Leaders, One Act at a Time
Community service is more than just volunteering—it’s a gateway to purpose, leadership, and lifelong impact. For teens, giving back fosters empathy, builds confidence, and teaches the value of civic responsibility. It’s where young people begin to see themselves not just as students, but as changemakers.
That mission is at the heart of the Alliance of Elite Youth Leadership (AEYL), a McKinney-based nonprofit recently spotlighted by Community Impact on November 7, 2024. The article highlights AEYL’s work empowering underserved youth through leadership development, financial literacy, and mentorship programs that prepare teens for real-world success.
In a world that often underestimates youth potential, AEYL proves that when teens serve, they lead.

Annual Community-Based FOOTBALL CAMP - Thanks to Ronald Jones II & Justin Madubuike
6th Annual Ronald Jones II Football Camp 2023- The RoJo Foundation adopted the AEYL Football Camp for the community in 2019 as an Alumni of AEYL this is Ronald Jones II way for giving back to his community. The RoJo Foundation mission is to help children and families who endure sickle cell and heart disease by providing monetary aid, support and national awareness.
Inaugural Justin Madubuike Camp 2024 - A powerful day of mentorship, drills, and inspiration with Justin Madubuike- Baltimore Ravens.
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