At Apex, we understand the unique challenges middle school youth face as they navigate their personal growth. Our programs are designed to help your child build a strong sense of identity and confidence by fostering transformative relationships with trusted mentors and peers. We focus on supporting your child through difficult emotions, especially those tied to bicultural identity, and providing them with opportunities to explore new experiences that broaden their horizons. With Apex, your child will gain the tools and support they need to thrive both individually and within their community.
Through our programs, youth will:
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of youth have come to value challenges as opportunities to learn and grow.
of youth would like to join an Apex program again.
of youth feel good about themselves this year because of Apex.
Free School-Year Programming Available on Saturdays in:
Youth are paired with a dedicated mentor in small groups, where they can build personal relationships with both their mentor and peers. Through structured activities, they explore their identity, gain confidence, and discover new interests.
Our middle school programs offer unique opportunities such as field trips to ice skating, rock climbing, sporting events, and more!
Through structured team practices, competitive play, and our signature We Run As One (WRAO) Tournament, youth sharpen their skills while building strong relationships with dedicated volunteer coaches. Players grow in confidence, leadership, teamwork, and resilience — on and off the court.
Our Mental Health Services offer emotional support for your child, helping them cope with difficult emotions. With options like art therapy, talk therapy, and play therapy, your child will have the space to process their feelings and gain coping strategies.
[My coach said] that it doesn’t matter if you make mistakes on the court, you’ll learn from them. It’s important to have a role model to look up to because they can motivate you and you can learn from them. It’s like someone that went through that time with you and didn’t give up. When I have Paul by my side, it’s like he’s going through the steps with me.”
6th grade
I think Apex played a critical and positive role of guiding her, building the interest in reading…how to interact with people in a respectful manner, being warm and friendly [from volunteers] — that actually had a positive influence on her behavior too.”
“The best part of the program was seeing some kids start to show signs of improvement, and also to see engagement go up as new drills and games were incorporated into the program. Playing games was also great because those times were essentially focused on only having fun.”
PS 169 Elementary Basketball coach in FY24
We’re looking for 272 more volunteers to serve 417 youth in Queens and Brooklyn.
Know someone who might be a good fit?
Priority Deadline: May 31st
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