Youth Impact Stories

  • Layla's Story

    Layla's Story

    MEET LAYLA, For years, Layla chased validation in all the wrong spaces—seeking attention from peers, approval from adults, and worth in what others thought of her. But no matter how hard she tried, it was never enough. Then, everything shifted....

  • Aaliyah's Story

    Aaliyah's Story

    MEET AALIYAH, Aaliyah used to believe the only way to be heard was through her fists. School fights, tension at home, and a heart full of anger kept her stuck in a cycle she couldn’t escape. But then, she started...

  • Jordan's Story

    Jordan's Story

    MEET JORDAN, Jordan grew up feeling like he had to figure life out alone. With no real guidance, he made choices that led him down a tough road. But, everything changed when he connected with a mentor who saw something...

  • Maya's Story

    Maya's Story

    MEET MAYA, A young woman who once felt trapped in a cycle of mistakes, isolation, and survival. After spending time in the juvenile justice system, she was searching for something more. Through program and mentoring, she found her way to...

  • Isaiah's Story

    Isaiah's Story

    MEET ISAIAH, A 17-year-old who was navigating the challenges of the juvenile justice system after a serious mistake. He carried the weight of his past, unsure of what the future held. Then, he attended our one-day summer camp. At first,...

  • Nathan's Story

    Nathan's Story

    MEET NATHAN, Five years behind bars and a lifetime ahead of him, Nathan’s story could’ve ended in a cycle of brokenness, but instead, he found a community that saw his potential—not just his past. Now, he’s part of a program...