The YMI Cultural Center values are to honor our history and legacy, be committed to the Black community, stewardship of all funds entrusted to us, transparency in the way we communicate our actions, and accountability to honor our commitments.

YMI Cultural Center

Youth OUTright
Youth OUTright WNC, Inc. (YO) is a youth advocacy and leadership non-profit organization dedicated to empowering lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning/queer, intersex, asexual and allied (LGBTQIA+) youth ages 11-20 in Western North Carolina.

Youth Transformed for Life (YTL)
YTL Training Programs supports disenfranchised communities as they strive to succeed in an inequitable system. As educators, mentors, advocates, and neighbors YTL creates bridges for children and families to overcome the current gaps of disparity.

YWCA of Asheville
Established in 1907, YWCA Asheville is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, nurturing children and promoting health. They offer programs and advocate for policy change to bridge gaps in education, health, childcare and earning power for women and families in our community and beyond.