RTS opens two community hubs
Families access academic, emotional, and career support in one space. Integrated wraparound services for thousands of families in Bronx.
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25 Years of Impact
Opening Doors. Building Futures. Since 2001.
For a quarter century, RTS has stood alongside NYC youth, empowering more than 100,000 young people to discover their potential and build meaningful futures. Today, as we serve over 8,000 youth annually, our commitment remains as strong as ever.
Mission & Vision
Our mission is to inspire and empower all young people to take control of their future. We envision a world where everyone has access to an equitable path to success.
Roads to Success(RTS) is committed to the growth and development of New York City youth. In collaboration with over 31 schools and community partners in underserved communities across the city, RTS serves more than 8,000+ youth annually, ages 4 to 24. We address chronic absenteeism and strengthen academic performance, while providing robust out-of-school programming that nurtures academic achievement, personal growth, and long-term professional readiness.
Our Impact
25+
Years of service
31+
Partner Schools
100K+
Youth Served
150+
Dedicated Staff
Our Core Values
BELONGING
The practice of individuals having a positive sense of connectedness.
INDEPENDENCE
The practice of autonomy and accepting responsibility.
GENEROSITY
The practice of showing selfless concern for the well-being of others.
MASTERY
The practice of developing skills that produce and exercise competence.
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25 Years of Growth Timeline
2024 - 2025
2020 - 2021
RTS adapts and serves during covid! 4500+ youth served across 18 NYC neighborhoods via virtual classes and events.
2013
RTS curriculum formalized 3,000+ students indirectly impacted as educators are trained across multiple sites.
2016
Pathways Forward!
Paid internship launched and 150+ students placedin their first ever jobs!
2009
Stronger Together!A pivotal merger unites Oasis and RTS. Programs scale to 2,000+ Youth annually and introduce structured mentorship connecting students with caring adults.
2010
Middle school programming launched,SEL support begins, building confidence, resilience, and self-awareness.
2004
A New DirectionExpansion into NYC public schools.
100+ students experience their first-ever college campus visit.
2001
The Seeds of Change
Founded as Oasis Community Corporation by Adam Weiss, RTS pioneered after-school and summer programs, transforming schools into learning hubs.
Our Journey Continues -
With You
Together, we can keep opening doors and building futures for the next 25 years and beyond
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