As the Islamic Center community grew and more families flocked to Southern California, the Muslim Youth Group (MYG) became a natural offshoot of the Islamic Center, providing youth with ways to develop their American Muslim identity, socialize with peers and strengthen their Islamic knowledge. The MYG has fostered Muslim leadership and provided fellowship for over 50 years, from the annual ski trip and retreats to movie nights and spiritual events and rallies. The MYG is still active today, with possibly thousands of alumni who fondly remember their formative years spent building lifelong friendships and fellowship.