WHAT IS YOUTH RENAISSANCE?
Youth Renaissance is Les Clay’s creative development series for young people
Built to inspire, challenge, and equip the next generation of creative leaders.
DISCOVER
Explore your unique gifts and creative voice in a supportive and welcoming space.
DEVELOP
Build skills, confidence, and mindset through meaningful learning and mentorship.
PRESENT
Share your work, your story, and your perspective with authentic audiences.
THE 2026 SERIES
Part I:
Elevate
Friday, July 24 2026
MLK Community Center
900 Fuller Ave SE, Grand Rapids, Mi 49506
Part II:
Youth Renaissance Night
October 31, 2026
Young people deserve spaces where creativity is taken seriously. Youth Renaissance gives them room to reflect, build confidence, develop their gifts, and see their voice as something valuable to the community.
Voice
Voice
We help young people recognize the power of their story, perspective, and creative voice.
Growth
We create space for youth to build skills, confidence, discipline, and creative leadership.
Expression
We believe creativity is more than talent — it is a tool for connection, purpose, and impact.
WHY THIS MATTERS
