Young Warriors is a group-mentoring program for boys who could benefit from positive male role models and rewarding peer-to-peer relationships. We teach, guide and inspire these young men and help them to know that they absolutely have what it takes to become excellent in life - educationally, physically, spiritually and socially, as they become great men, fathers and leaders.

YW started with a relationship between Jason Hill and one 10-year-old boy named Wonder. Along with other mentors, Jason was able to give Wonder the type of caring relationship that Jason had received from the mentors who changed Jason's life. Wonder is now on a healthy path and thriving. In fact, Wonder received an award for Male Athlete of the Year at his school. Wonder is responsible for the birth of Young Warriors. During Wonder's success, Jason decided to broaden horizons for other fatherless boys. YW started with a small group of boys, their single moms, and a circle of friends. The program was extremely successful, and quickly grew to over 20 boys, with moms calling from as far as two hours away, asking to come Young Warrior events. YW participants are committed; they enjoy being in the program and attendance rates are over 96%. Adults in these children's lives have noticed almost an immediate change in the boy's attitudes and behaviors. In addition, grades are showing improvement. Today, YW has expanded its program throughout the community. YW community members (such as Galpin Ford, Nestle, Wells Fargo, the city of Van Nuys, and many private investors) are excited to participate in the program. Today, YW has two programs: (1) the original YW group, and (2) two elementary schools consisting of over 50 fatherless 5th grade boys, and with over 10 consistent, screened and trained mentors. Other principals heard of YW and are expressing a strong interest in hosting the YW program at their schools. In addition, Jason has peaked the interest of various gang-prevention units. The waiting list for YW is growing with 100�s of kids waiting for the program to become available to them. In addition, YW has received the support of LA Unified School District, Van Nuys City Council, Nestle, The Upton foundation, Galpin Ford, Kimley-Horn, Wells Fargo Bank, and many more parents and community members.