Group of students walking into school.Local First Priority of Tampa Bay students praying at a club meeting. Students at a joint meeting of several local high school First Priority of Tampa Bay clubs.

Young Christian leaders development programs

Young Christian Leaders Development Programs, formerly known as First Priority of Tampa Bay, is an independent nonprofit organization that launched in Tampa in 2009.
Through leadership development initiatives including student-led campus groups and an alumni program, we provide skills training for team-building, conflict resolution, and social-emotional learning designed to foster community, connection, and purpose.

About our organization:

Young Christian Leaders Development Programs is a registered nonprofit organization locally governed by an independent, volunteer board of directors. Our staff operates under a strategic plan and adheres to established organizational policies and best practices as set by the Executive Board. The ministry is funded through private donations and grants, with 100% of contributions directly supporting programs that equip and impact students and young adults.
Vision
To see a generation of young Christian leaders transforming their schools and communities by boldly living out and sharing the truth and love of Jesus Christ.
Mission
Our mission is to equip and empower middle and high school students to grow as Christ-centered leaders—grounded in God’s Word, guided by the Holy Spirit, and committed to sharing the gospel through truth, love, and servant leadership on their campuses and beyond
Purpose
To deliver effective, faith-based training and programming that equip middle and high school students—and young adults—to lead with confidence, character, and a commitment to Christ.
Foundation of Faith

Our organization operates on the basis of Christian beliefs that frame what we do and how we do it. Ultimately, we are focused on loving God and loving others.

‍God has given us:
His Word to be the written source of absolute truth.
His Son Jesus, to restore our relationship with God.
His Spirit to empower believers to live holy lives.
His Mandate to proclaim Christ’s sinless life, death, and resurrection to all.
His Church to equip believers to reach the world.

Our commitment
To provide quality resources and ongoing support to our students and alumni
To help them become better leaders, connect with peers, and share their Christian faith
To help them defend their religious rights on public school campuses
To train, screen, background check, and regularly communicate with staff and adult volunteers—all of whom are held to the highest standards and to a Biblical lifestyle

Help students and young adults become great leaders!

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Young Christian Leaders Development Programs

Young Christian Leaders Development Programs is a qualified 501(c)3 nonprofit organization supported by donations from churches, businesses, individuals, and foundations. Donations of cash, securities, real estate and other property are deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 10731
Tampa, FL 33678
Office Address
97 W. Biscayne Ave
Tampa, FL 33606
Email Address
info@yclprograms.org
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