Core Assets
Values
Friends
100

When I have tough times, I believe it can get better.

Hope

100

We celebrate all achievements, big and small. We are disciplined in our commitment to goals, while innovative in how we reach them.

Pursue Goals Relentlessly

100

What is our service promise after enrollment?

12+ years no matter what.

200

I use creativity to explore my passions

Find Your Spark

200

We nurture long-term relationships from a foundation of love, acceptance and culturally-informed practice.

Build Relationships on Love

200

Friends believes in "The Power of ____"

One.

300

I know how to manage my feelings and take care of myself in a healthy way.

Self-Management

300

We acknowledge the historical and present injustices impacting marginalized communities. We insist that all people have the necessary support to achieve all of their hopes and dreams.  

Demand Equity

300

Finish the Mission statement.

Our mission is impacting generational change by empowering youth who are ______ ___ ________ ________ through relationships with professional mentors

"Facing the greatest obstacles"

400

I understand who I am, have a place where I feel accepted and know that my contributions count.

Belonging

400

We intentionally serve youth who are facing the greatest obstacles. To help our youth discover their limitless potential, we foster their internal resiliency.

Put Children First

400

What are our 3 long-term goals?

1) Youth complete HS Diploma/GED. (Pursuit of Education, Employment, or Enlistment)

2) Avoid the Juvenile Justice System

3) Avoid early/teen parenting.

500

I work hard through challenges and finish what I start.

Perseverance & Grit

500

We leverage personal strengths to take ownership of our futures. We build relationships within the communities of our youth and families to strengthen social networks and provide bridges to new opportunities.

Commit to Empowerment

500

What is a S.M.A.R.T. goal?

Specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound