Youth on the Winning Side Annual Workshop & Gospel Concert
Empowering the Youth to Affect Change in their Communities.
Youth On the Winning Side
Our Mission
The mission is to empower youth and young adults to return to their communities to positively affect other youth and young people to become productive citizens to bring positive change to their communities, both local and global. We provide Youth Music Workshops, Scholarships, and concerts.
Youth On the Winning Side was birthed by the members of the gospel singing group, Nu Image, in 1991. The members was seeking solutions to see what could be done to make an impact on the community that no one else in the city was doing. Youth On The Winning Side is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.
About Nu Image
Nu Image serves as a positive influence on youth and young people, providing them with opportunities to showcase their talents in a positive and professional atmosphere. Cultivating tomorrows leaders, Nu Image encourages and models excellence to...
Experience Yotws 2026!
The Youth On The Winning Side Youth Concert took place Friday, July 24th at 6:00 PM at the historic Saenger Theatre in Downtown Mobile!
Experience the unforgettable night of powerful music, incredible talent, energetic performances, and young people using their gifts to glorify God!
2026 YOTWS SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS
- Dorothy Smith Scholarship (Mrs. Barbara Seltzer) - Akeria Westbrook
- Small’s Mortuary Scholarship (Mr. C’Archer Small) - Jayden Smith
- Pamela Williams Memorial Scholarship (Mrs. Alfrida Williams) Wesley “Trey” Davis, III
- Dixon Total Touch Child Development Center Scholarship - Eryn Barnes
- Harmony’s World Scholarship (Melody Patterson) - Jaliya Dillard
- Nazaree Full Gospel Church Scholarship (Pastor Wesley Davis) - Isaac Dubose
- Demetrius & Anitra Henderson & S.C.H.O.O.L.S. Act Scholarship - Aniya Robinson
- Oscar Smith Scholarship (Mrs. Barbara Seltzer) - Jaiden Dozier
- MGM Scholarship (Carlton Matthews, Terry Glancy & Cleveland Minor, Jr.) - Alise Smith
- Emerging Leader Scholarship (County Commissioner Merceria Ludgood) - Ameiah Sam
- Hudson Family Scholarship (Mr. & Mrs. Rodney Hudson) - Angel N. Chamber
- Pastor W. C. McNeil Scholarship (Mt. Sinai MBC, Pastor Aarif Bradley) - Genesis V. McCants
News and events
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Mark your calendar for an exciting 2027 Awards Show. Our very own Dr. Yvonne Matthews on her nominations for Gospel Songwriter, Female Gospel Artist, and Music Director of the year. Join us for a memorable evening filled with recognition, entertainment, and special moments as we celebrate this year’s honorees.
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This is going to be a wonderful event! We are overjoyed that Yvonne Matthews is a clinician for this youth and young adult event!
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Youth On The Winning Side Featured on Sip N’ Chill Saturdays!
Tune in Saturday, August 29th at 11:15 AM as YOTWS Executive Director Yvonne Matthews joins Sip N’ Chill Saturdays to share exciting updates about Youth On The Winning Side.
Listen live on Nspire U On Air and hear more about the ministry, its impact, and what’s ahead for YOTWS!
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Tune In! Youth On The Winning Side’s Yvonne Matthews will be joining Sip N’ Chill Saturdays for a special radio interview!
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July 9th at 12:20 PM CDT. Tune in to the interview with Damon Richie - DJ D-Rock / www.globalmediaradionetwork.com at 12:20PM CDT. Learn more about Youth On the Winning Side (YOTWS) - 35 years of commitment, community, and awesome music!
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Congratulations to YOTWS volunteer and alum, Ms. Jyl Hughes on being qualified with the Alabama Democratic Party to run for State Representative, District 99.