Changing Lives Through Mentoring

Mr. Tripp spoke to our young men about the importance of not wasting time ⏳ or taking it for granted. He shared stories about his upbringing and how those experiences helped shape him into the man he is today 💪. He emphasized that their parents will not always be there to guide or “hold their hand,” and encouraged them to discover what they are good at now so they can continue working at it and improving 📈.

Mr. Jones spoke to our young men about the importance of networking 🤝 and always staying open to opportunities, because you never know who is around you or how they may be able to support your growth. He shared how he got into photography after the passing of his mother and how he continued to push himself and grow in his craft. He also shared with the young men that his photography has been featured in clothing 👕, specifically with Forever 21, where he helped create pieces

We had the opportunity to take our young men on a college tour at Cal Poly Pomona 🎓. The purpose of this visit was to help them better understand what college life is like and to remind them that higher education is a real and attainable option after high school 📚✨. Our group participated in a guided tour, which allowed the young men to ask questions, explore the campus 🏫, and get a true feel for the academic environment and student life. Experiences like this help broaden