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Since 1990, YouthBuild Boston has empowered and assisted young people with essential social, vocational, academic, and life skills necessary to navigate a positive pathway to self-sufficiency, neighborhood responsibility, and careers in the building industry.

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  • Participants ages 17-24 explore the building trades, complete a high school diploma, and are supported with wraparound services to ensure their success.

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  • Participants ages 17-24 complete a carpentry pre-apprenticeship and further their trades skills development.

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  • After-school and summer programs that offer exposure to design and architecture principals for Boston high school students.

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  • Your connection to YBB doesn’t end with graduation. If you need additional support, career guidance, or a reference, you have the entire YBB community behind you.

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Help us build futures

There are many different ways for you to get involved with YBB. Whether it’s a monetary contribution, a corporate sponsorship, or volunteering your time, you can support youth workforce development.

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OUR Alumni shape the industry

  • “I cannot express how much everybody here inspires me. I knew that if I had y'all with me, I was set, and I was ready to go through any challenges in our way."

    Nathan | Apprentice Carpenter

    Carpentry Pre-Apprenticeship 2026

  • "YBB understands what it's like growing up in Boston, not having an opportunity like other people. And they work with you. They make you feel heard."

    Yvenson | Project Engineer Apprentice

    Carpentry Pre-Apprenticeship 2023

  • "I say with confidence that [YBB] helped me build a solid foundation for my future, and I'm filled with gratitude for the amazing journey that I've had at YouthBuild."

    Kass | Field Engineer at Haycon

    Building Trades Exploration 2025

    Carpentry Pre-Apprenticeship 2026

  • "YouthBuild wants students to go above and beyond then come back and gloat about what they've done."

    Berto | YBB Vocational Instructor

    Building Trades Exploration 2025

    Carpentry Pre-Apprenticeship 2025

  • “I liked YouthBuild a lot because I got to build things and work with my hands; that was probably my favorite part."

    Verly | Union Apprentice

    Designery 2024

    Carpentry Pre-Apprenticeship 2025

  • “This experience enhanced my understanding of construction and blueprint interpretation, shaping my future in the industry."

    Keyshawn | Apprentice Carpenter

    ERise Builders

    YBB Graduate [Summer ‘23]

  • “I want to become an architect and design houses in the future. The Designery taught me that not just one architect designs a building.”

    Luanna | Design Intern

    Embarc Design Intern

    YBB Graduate [Summer ‘23]

  • “YBB introduced us to industry partners and inspiring people in the tradeS, the networking and skills put me in the position I’m in today.”

    Navahn | Field Intern

    Bridgeline Construction

    YBB Graduate [Summer ‘23]

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Upcoming Events

  • Open House

    November 17, 2026

    4:00-7:00 PM

    Come meet our incredible students and alumni, explore a gallery of completed projects, and learn more about the impact your generosity makes possible every day.

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  • BuildFest 2027

    Thank you to everyone who joined us for YouthBuild Boston’s BuildFest and helped make the morning such a meaningful celebration of our young people, community, and future workforce.

    Stay tuned for more info on BuildFest 2027!

    2026 Highlights

  • 5th Annual Golf Tournament

    August 30, 2027

    Wollaston Golf Club

    Save the date for the fifth annual golf tournament! Check out highlights from this year’s tournament below.

    2026 Highlights

THANK YOU TO OUR key SPONSORS