PROGRAMS

Operating with purpose, one step at a time.

Student Empowerment

Our Student Empowerment initiatives are focused on providing students with the necessary tools and support to achieve academic success and personal growth. By addressing both their immediate needs, we aim to foster an environment where every student can excel in their education and build a brighter future.

Focus Areas

  • Backpack Repack:
    We ensure students have the supplies they need to start the second semester strong, reducing the financial burden on families. Replenishing school supplies mid-year ensures students stay equipped and motivated to continue their studies.

  • Care Closet Support:
    Care closets provide students with access to basic necessities, helping them to focus on learning rather than external challenges. With the support of our community, we are committed to keeping the care closets at Jefferson Elementary, Jefferson Middle, Patriot Academy and Jefferson County High Schools stocked.

  • Warm Clothing Initiative:
    We believe every student deserves the dignity of new, high-quality winter clothing. Our Warm Clothing Initiative provides brand-new coats, hoodies, beanies, and gloves to keep students warm, comfortable, and ready to learn, no matter the weather. By offering these essential items, we're ensuring that every student can face the winter season with confidence and focus.

Classroom Heroes Initiatives

Our Classroom Heroes Initiatives are dedicated to uplifting teachers by providing the tools and resources they need to succeed. We recognize that the hard work of educators is what prepares students for the next step in their academic journey. That’s why our scholarship program is included here—it’s a direct reflection of the impact teachers have in shaping students' futures. By alleviating financial burdens on teachers, we enable them to focus on what they do best: inspiring and educating the next generation.

Focus Areas

  • Teacher Supply Cabinets:
    Tennessee ranks 44th in teacher pay nationwide and is the lowest in the Southeast, placing a significant financial burden on our educators. Many teachers are forced to dip into their own pockets to provide basic classroom supplies. Our Teacher Supply Cabinets initiative aims to alleviate this burden by creating and maintaining fully stocked supply cabinets in schools. These cabinets ensure that teachers have the necessary materials without incurring personal costs, allowing them to focus on what truly matters: educating and inspiring our students. Community support is vital to sustaining this initiative and making a real difference in the lives of our teachers.

  • Scholarship Program:
    Our scholarship program is designed to empower youth aged 18-21 who hold a diploma or GED, helping them further their education at a major university, college, or vocational school. We aim to support those who may otherwise fall through the cracks and be ineligible for other scholarship opportunities. By offering these scholarships, we are giving deserving students the chance to pursue higher education and achieve their career goals, ensuring that no one is left behind on their path to success.

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