Our Impact
At Parle Endeavors, we are committed to empower, support, and provide opportunities to youth with a passion for and interest in the fields of arts, media, journalism, and entrepreneurship. . We provide mentorship, scholarships, grants, exposure, and hands-on experience to support the personal and professional development of our youth.
Parle Endeavors is at the forefront of youth empowerment. Our flagship initiative offers $2500 scholarships and grants tailored for high school seniors in New York State, supporting those graduating in June or August 2023 pursuing a 2 or 4-year college program or grants for those opting for non-college paths in media, communications, journalism, entrepreneurship, or related fields. In addition, our annual Teen Poetry Slam Series provides a dynamic platform for spoken word and a cappella rap for NYC youth aged 13-19, with the top 5 finalists sharing a $2500 prize. We are dedicated to nurturing diverse talents, fostering dreams, and creating opportunities aligned with the aspirations of the youth we serve.
Image from Parle Endeavors 2025 Youth Empowerment Weekend
Our Partners
Parle Endeavors is dedicated to fostering the dreams and aspirations of the next generation. Your support serves as the cornerstone for our endeavors, allowing us to provide mentorship, scholarships, grants, exposure, and hands-on experiences that are catalysts for personal and professional growth for our youth.
Join us and some renowned brands and philanthropic partners in making a lasting impact, as we honor those who understand that investing in youth today shapes the leaders of tomorrow.
Please contact Kevin Benoit at info@parleendeavors.org to learn more about how to support as a sponsor or partner.
$10K – $24K
Bl@k is Black Leaders at Kargo, a leading global ad tech company. Our mission is to drive the growth and representation of Black talent at Kargo and across our industry.
$1K – $9K
Raising Canes
Up to $1,000
Cortelyou Early Childhood Center, Inc.
Foundations and other funders, please contact Kevin Benoit at kbenoit@parleendeavors.org.
Our Story
Kevin Benoit, Executive Director of Parle Endeavors
Founded by Kevin Benoit, a former charter high school administrator with an extensive background in various youth-oriented nonprofit roles, Parlé Endeavors is the embodiment of his unwavering commitment to the next generation.
Drawing upon his personal journey and experiences, Kevin established Parlé Endeavors to empower and provide mentorship and financial support to youth who mirror his own early ambitions and share similar dreams of success. At just 17 years old, as a freshman in college Kevin launched Parle Magazine, as a print publication. The media company lives on today as a digital brand, over 20 years later.
Youth Perspective
Mental Health Poetry Series
“The Mental Health Slam opened my eyes to a bunch of new worlds. Barriers were broken and uncomfortable topics were talked about. We were given a space to share the poems that aren’t all rainbows and butterflies.” — Jada K., 16, Curtis High School, Staten Island “I really appreciate bringing awareness to mental health and how it affects people my age.” — Hades V., 17
Parlé Endeavors Youth Empowerment Weekend at BMCC
Attending the Youth Empowerment Weekend felt like stepping into a room full of open doors.
Parlé Endeavors laid out how to turn my mission into something that could feed itself, like a small fire learning to breathe and grow.
Estate planning and generational wealth… felt like flipping on the lights in a dark room.
I left with a clearer vision and immediate steps to act on it.
Parlé Endeavors didn’t just host an event; they sparked something in me.
Scholarship & Grants
I initially found out about Parlé Endeavors while searching for scholarships during my college application process. Once I did, I competed in their Brooklyn preliminaries… and then the city-wide finals, where I placed second in their 2023 poetry competition. What was different about Parlé was the mentorship I received. At the beginning of the summer, I reached out to Mr. Benoit to ask about interning… He gave me the opportunity to work on Parlé’s Hustlers Anonymous Podcast and also with the New York division of their magazine. It felt very full circle, serving as a host for the slams, and performing pieces not to be judged, but to encourage a new audience. Most importantly, it was a testament to my growth both in the creative world and in my career. Parlé Endeavors is actively trying to fix [an] epidemic of hidden talent… by bringing the voices of youth to the forefront and giving them outlets to express themselves. Testimonial – Sobeana Woodley-Sobers
