Youth Empowerment Project (YEP)
Dean Howard has extensive experience in development and philanthropy across various organizations, including the Youth Empowerment Project, University Medical Center New Orleans, Louisiana SPCA, and Tipitina's Foundation. With a background in brand marketing and management at companies like Aveda, William-Sonoma Inc., and Mercantile Corp, Dean has demonstrated skills in strategic planning, relationship building, and team leadership. Holding a BA in Communication Studies & Political Science from the University of Louisiana Monroe, Dean's career highlights include establishing philanthropic frameworks, collaborating in business structures, and supporting organizational missions dedicated to community welfare and cultural preservation.
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Youth Empowerment Project (YEP)
Founded in 2004, the Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) is a New Orleans-based non-profit organization that annually serves over 1,000 underserved children and young adults between the ages 7-24.YEP has grown significantly over the last 13 years. In our first year of operation, YEP had one program; served 25 youth; and had an annual budget of$235,000. The organization now have seven locations in the Greater New Orleans region and operate ten programs. YEP’s mission is to engage underserved young people through community-based education, mentoring and employment readiness programs to help them develop skills and strengthen ties to family and community.