YINOC

Youth Impact at The Northside Outreach Center
Equipping Youth • Empowering Futures • Building Disciples

What is YINOC?

YINOC is a youth empowerment initiative launched by The Northside Outreach Center in partnership with Youth Impact. We offer trade training, workforce prep, and Christ-centered mentorship to help Richmond’s high-risk youth succeed.

Our Programs

What We Offer

  • Hands-on training in HVAC, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, forklift operation, computer skills, and more.

  • Life Skills & Soft Skills: Resume building, teamwork, time management, professionalism, and problem-solving.

  • Faith-Based Mentorship: Youth are matched with mentors who model integrity, share their testimony, and walk with them in discipleship.

  • Certification & Career Prep: Students can earn OSHA, NCCER, and trade-specific credentials while preparing for real employment.

  • Paid Work Experience: Students participate in on-site projects, thrift store operations, and sponsored job placements.

Want to Get Involved?

We’re always looking for:

  • Skilled instructors and volunteers – are you an expert/teacher in a field that could enhance our YINOC? Let us know!!

  • Sponsors for our "Family Feast" meals – Once a week, we provide a sit-down meal with the students. Have your church or organization provide a meal, serve the students, and share the love of Christ.

  • Churches, organizations, and families to adopt a student ($1,650 covers tuition, training, and materials)

Together, we can build a generation of young leaders ready to stand firm in faith and skill.

 Contact us.

  • executivedirector@the-noc.org