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Education. Leadership. Independence.

Practical learning and development opportunities for youth, young adults, and the organizations supporting them.

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Programs With Purpose

Preparing Young People for What Comes Next.

Our learning experiences focus on confidence, work readiness, financial skills, self-advocacy, and leadership. Forge Ohio works with community partners to develop programs that respond to real needs.

Offerings may include focused workshops and structured learning series, depending on partnership arrangements and availability.

Forge Academy

Workforce & Life Skills

Career exploration, communication, professional development, job-readiness training, and practical independent-living skills for the next stage of life.

Forge Financial

Financial Empowerment

Budgeting, banking basics, money management, financial decision-making, and the tools needed to plan for long-term stability.

Forge Leadership Institute

Emerging Leaders & Community Impact

Leadership development, goal-setting, accountability, self-advocacy, confidence, mentorship, and purposeful community involvement.

Emerging Leaders

Build Skills Now. Shape the Future.

Our Emerging Leaders track focuses on youth ages 14–18 and supports the transition from school toward adulthood through practical experiences and positive leadership development.

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Bring Forge to Your Community.

Let’s discuss a workshop, educational series, or meaningful youth development partnership.

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