What we do

UTEC helps young people overcome the challenges of poverty, gang involvement, and unemployment.

UTEC Social Enterprises

Support local business! Young Adults at UTEC receive paid workforce development in our Social Enterprises. They gain valuable job skills and socio-emotional skills while delivering high-quality products and services.

UTEC Programs & Services

Streetworker Outreach

Behind-The-Walls Programming

Transitional Coaching

Workforce Development

Education

Mental Health Services

Organizing & Policymaking

2GEN Center @UTEC

Pathways

UTEC in the News

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WBUR: In Lowell, a food truck with a unique purpose

A new food truck in Lowell is run by UTEC, a group which helps young people who are gang involved or struggling to find stable work build their skills and earn a living.

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Succession Planning and Exciting News About UTEC's Leadership

We’re making some exciting changes to our leadership team! Please click below to read a letter from CEO Gregg Croteau, and to view articles with more information.

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WCBV: Lowell, Massachusetts nonprofit working to reduce violence sees federal funds cut

"This is about public safety and it's about allowing young people to transform in their next steps." — UTEC CEO Gregg Croteau