Since 1995, the Santa Fe Springs Chamber/League Youth Enrichment Fund (YEF) has been dedicated to engaging, enriching, and educating local youth through the generous support of businesses, professionals, and community members.

YEF provides funding for impactful programs including mentoring, leadership development, college scholarships, and the CHOICES® program. Together, these initiatives serve more than 2,500 students each year, helping young people achieve academic success, develop leadership and workplace skills, and become active, engaged members of their community.

In partnership with the Santa Fe Springs Chamber of Commerce, the City of Santa Fe Springs, and local schools, YEF is proud to invest in the next generation of leaders. Many scholarship recipients and mentees maintain lasting connections with YEF mentors, becoming lifelong members of the YEF family.

Our Mission Statement

To empower local youth by providing educational opportunities, personal development, mentorship, and leadership experiences that prepare them for future success.

Our Goals

  • Engage and connect with youth in the Santa Fe Springs community through educational and personal growth opportunities.
  • Build future community leaders by investing in students' educational futures.
  • Support youth facing financial challenges and other barriers to success.
  • Create opportunities for local business professionals to invest in and inspire the future workforce.

YEF Programs

CHOICES®

Trained Chamber Members have made annual classroom visits to 1,200 freshman students since 2000. Students learn the  importance of their academic and personal decisions and  the impact these “choices” will make on their future career options.

Future Business Leaders

This student leadership business training program enriches the student’s transition into the business world and encourages community involvement after graduation.

Latham Grant

The Latham Grant provides a “cultural” field trip each year for students in the mentoring program to expand their horizons, develop interpersonal skills and expose them to new and creative ideas.

Mentor Program

Through activities such as Job Shadow Day, College Visits, and Business Breakfasts, students gain experience and are exposed to reliable role models in professional environments.
Over 1,600 students have benefited from this invaluable program since 1998.

Workforce Development

The YEF continually works with local high school students to help prepare them for employment by conducting career fairs, company tours and mock interviews. Monthly meetings between the business community and educators are held to collaborate on best ways to prepare students for the future.