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Fathers Fighting 4 Fathers

In some of the most challenging neighborhoods in the city of Baltimore, families struggle to survive the economic realities that abound there. Fathers Fighting 4 Fathers headed by Markus Trent recognizes that by empowering fathers and helping them develop skills that ultimately lead to greater involvement in the family unit will lead to a strong family and deliver the benefits that come with that strength.

When families are strong, whole neighborhoods become strong, creating stability and unity. Diverse programming includes mentoring for first time parents, financial literacy, health and wellness, family breakfasts, college tours and beyond.

JAB Camp

Jared Armstrong was a devoted basketball player…so much so that he now plays professional basketball in Israel. He began JAB Camp as an educational sports program dedicated to using the power of basketball to combat hate, foster unity, and empower the next generation of athletes. Designed for youth ages 6-14, JAB Camp provides a comprehensive experience that extends beyond the game, equipping participants with essential life skills to help them succeed both on and off the court.

The curriculum combines elite basketball training with educational programming in financial literacy, nutrition, leadership and inclusion. By integrating these critical components, campers develop not only as athletes but also as well-rounded individuals prepared to navigate life’s challenges. JAB Camp is committed to building bridges between diverse communities, promoting respect, and creating an environment where young athletes learn the values of teamwork, perseverance, and social responsibility.

Inheritance Theater Project

There are many ways to help bring people together, to share their stories, to learn from their differences and to create communities of harmony. In cities around the country (and beyond), Inheritance Theater Project creates plays based on the community’s history, its residents and its inherited wisdom, in an effort to bridge divides and create a cohesive society. Co-founded by Jon Adam Ross, Inheritance Theater Project utilizes playmaking/theater to join together intersectional, inter-generational, and interfaith communities–things sorely needed in our divided world.

Women Palante

The Spanish idiom “palante” can be translated as “go for it!”, an appropriate name for Yurani Sandoval’s organization, Women Palante which mentors and inspires Latina women as they pursue entrepreneurial ventures. The program includes not only critical financial expertise but also focuses on personal wellness, an often-ignored, but important tool leading to success.

Our matching grant is directed to administrative costs.

Bagel Rescue

Atlanta’s Erin Steiglitz began Bagel Rescue only a few years ago, but in that short time she and her dedicated crew of more than 100 volunteers have managed to rescue about 15,000 bagels weekly. With more than 36 bagel shops donating, dozens of social service agencies benefit from the daily drop-offs while at the same time, ending waste and supporting hunger relief.

Konnection

Sharnese Harris grew up in a loving and supportive household where attending school each day, getting good grades and helping others was instilled in her DNA from the beginning. And yet, in Detroit she witnessed a very different dynamic where chronic absenteeism and the problems that come with it were all too obvious. Kids from broken homes, unstable living conditions and economic challenges just didn’t go to school. In fact, Detroit leads the country in chronic absenteeism.

In 2019 Sharnese founded The Konnection to help youth from underserved communities feel supported and seen. The program focuses on connections and relationships, keeping kids engaged and excited about school. A school-based clothes closet, field trips, personal mentoring along with education, unlock students’ potential and provides opportunities that ensure success in school and life.