AEYL MISSION
The MISSION is dedicated to the DEVELOPMENT of a DIVERSE population of TEENS (12-18) and YOUNG ADULTS (19-24); including low-to-moderate geographic areas, to cultivate ACCESSIBILITY, EXPOSURE & OPPORTUNITY to build positive perspectives of life with an emphasis on HIGHER EDUCATION, ECONOMIC and COMMUNITY development.
Meet the Founders
Derrick Robinson and Ceretha Robinson, both natives to the challenging environment of Marianna, Arkansas, are passionate Community Leaders in McKinney, Collin County, Texas.
The Robinsons’ commitment extends beyond AEYL, with both actively engaging in leadership roles in community organizations. Derrick’s philosophy centers on molding the next generation, providing real-life examples to follow, while Ceretha, a triple-threat as Minority-Women-Veteran Owned Entrepreneur, emphasizes the importance of business and community engagement. United in their dedication, Derrick and Ceretha Robinson embody the AEYLWAY, serving as inspirations for positive change.
- BGCCC Parent Club Board - President & VP 2009-2018
- Salvation Army Advisory Board 2009-2018
- Leadership McKinney Alumni - Class of 2019 | 2020
- McKinney Chamber of Commerce Board Member 2019-2022
- Collin County Census Committee Member 2022
- Holy Family School Board Member - 2022 - Current
- Truist Bank Advisor Board Member - 2022 - Current
- 2024 City of McKinney Stakeholder & Redevelopment Committee
- 2024 City of McKinney Bond Committee
VP of REAL Scholars- Hometown HS Alma Mater Scholarship Program Junior League of Collin County Member - since 2022
Meet the AEYL Team
The ‘A’ Team is dedicated to catapulting opportunities of exposure to all families; especially those in environments of socioeconomic inequality to community and economic EMPOWERMENT through resourceful services for an all-inclusive approach to cultivating the success of teens, and young adults.
AEYL-FLS RESOURCE CENTER
202 W LOUISIANA STREET STE 104
MCKINNEY, TEXAS 75069
PHONE: 214.390.5665
FAX: 214.326.0405
EMAIL: INFO@AEYLEADERSHIP.ORG