our mission

Building long-term, life-changing relationships with youth, equipping them to thrive and contribute to their community.

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our leadership team

our Board

Chairman

Chairman

Marvin Stewart

Vice Chairman

Vice Chairman

Brad Nichols

Board Member

Board Member

Billy Reiser

Board Member

Board Member

Jim Bradford

Board Member

Board Member

Terrell Kennedy

Board Member

Board Member

Carter Harsh Jr.

Board Member

Board Member

John Arias

Board Member

Board Member

Miller Bradford

our

seven

core

beliefs

  1. We believe that EVERY CHILD is of great worth and has the desire and potential to succeed.
  2. We believe that LONG-TERM, 24/7 RELATIONSHIPS with caring adults have proven positive outcomes in the lives of our urban youth.
  3. We believe that a HOLISTIC approach is essential for a strong and healthy future for our youth.
  4. We believe that FULL-TIME, SALARIED TEACHER-MENTORS WHO COME FROM SIMILAR BACKGROUNDS as the students can have a positive influence and make all the difference.
  5. We believe that the SERVANT LEADERSHIP, creating a culture of selflessness and service, is the foundation for leadership.
  6. We believe in the intrinsic DIGNITY of every person and act accordingly.
  7. We believe that COLLABORATION yields the best long-term results, acknowledging that the complex work in our urban centers cannot be done single handedly.

a bold take on education