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ALMS is a unique innovative community driven mentor organization that effectively and consistently empowers young adults ages of 15-25 through job readiness soft skills (work ethic, character development and communication skills). Our goal is for young adults to become self-sufficient and give back to their community. https://www.allleadersmustserve.org/how-we
ALMS recognizes that the workforce is facing a crisis when it comes to hiring entry-level employees today. The wave of young people seeking employment without the required soft skills is staggering low. As AI and technology accelerate changes in the workplace, emotional intelligence (EQ) is becoming more vital than ever. Soft skills remain constant and universally important, yet they are noticeably diminished among today’s workforce, especially in areas like trustworthiness, reliability, self-management, self-discipline and especially interpersonal communication.
The ALMS methodology trains students to serve their employers with the first steps of emotional intelligence or EQ helping them while ALMS provides connection with industry professionals and businesses as students work towards more professional roles. As ALMS helps young people process long term goals, they are filled with confidence and motivation towards their growth. Yet, according to experts in the field of human services - it’s really those with strong EQ and business soft skills that will become the future leaders.
This year ALMS is serving 20 single moms who are preparing for careers in nursing, providing them with essential support and training. In addition, ALMS is training young men being vetted for Clark Pacific Construction (a leading manufacturer of prefabricated building systems located in Yolo County). We are making it happen and invite you to be a part of the exciting growth.
Nidhi shares the difficulty of a high-achiever, and immigrant. She has so much to offer our community as a leader and professional; yet, she almost gave up a couple years ago. We can't afford to lose any of our youth! Please give so ALMS can reach 100 students in 2025 - doubling our number from 2024!
All Leaders Must Serve (ALMS) is a mentor organization that empowers young adults, ages 15-25 through job readiness soft skills (work ethic, character development, and communication skills) to become self-sufficient, prepared for living-wage jobs, and to give back to their communities.
In 2025, ALMS returned to Cache Creek High, Pioneer High, and Woodland High School after partnering with Woodland Joint Unified School District. This year, we served 60 students overall! The job readiness program, similar to the initial 2015 program, has made a significant difference in the lives of these students. The 2015 program saw a 60% increase in students finding employment and a 40% improvement in their academic performance. However, with the cuts in education, ALMS will need the community's support to continue reaching young people in all the schools, including out-of-school youth and those referred by the District Attorney's Office for first-time, low-offenders.
ALMS Urgently Needs:
-- Spring Sessions
-- Fall Sessions begin in schools. Students receive mentor support, perfect attendance stipends, training, assistance in accumulating identification requirements for employment and bank accounts, clothing beyond the clothing boutique, transportation to Industry Tours and Job Fairs, etc. - $20,000.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
--Someone who loves Event Planning
--Someone who loves Fundraising
-- Someone who wants to volunteer for a Saturday workshop (2-4 hours a month)
-- Mentors volunteers with at least 15 years of experience (Retired persons encouraged to apply 2 hours a week or 2 hours a month)
-- Volunteer Therapist (2 hours a week)
-- Volunteer Computer Trainer (2 hours a week)
The officers, Directors, committee members, employees, and persons served by this
Organization will be selected entirely on a nondiscriminatory basis with respect to age,
sex, race, religion, national origin, and sexual orientation. It is the policy of the
Organization not to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, ancestry, marital status,
gender, sexual orientation, age, physical disability, veteran’s status, political service or
affiliation, color, religion, or national origin.
Organization name
All Leaders Must Serve
other names
ALMS
2015
Mission Category
Youth Development
Operating Budget
$50,001 - $100,000
Organization Need
Funding: Unrestricted, Volunteers, In-Kind Donations
Demographics Served
General population, Low-income individuals/families
BIPOC Leadership
Executive Director/CEO
Local Counties Served
Yolo
Address
433 Second Street, Suite 101Other
Clubhouse and Training Center 519 Second StreetYolo, CA, US