Welcome to the site of the New Directions Youth Program! Here you will find information on the programs we have put on
to change the moral climate in the youth of Flint, MI and Columbia, SC.
We are happy to announce that we have partnered with the Pinehurst Park Department of Parks and Recreations to open a facility in Columbia, SC.

Ricky J. McKenney
Ricky J. McKenney is the key individual involved in making decisions on all of the projects and activities organized by the volunteers. He is the president, founder, and CEO of NDYP but also is the main overseer during all activities.
Mr. McKenney is: A trained motivational speaker, Former President of Begole Area Block Club, Mentor in Project Independence, and a trained counselor. Mr. McKenney has studied theology in college, and has devoted his time to working with the youth of this community. Mr. McKenney lived in Europe for a period of time where he learned to communicate with people, which is so important when working with youth.