programs

Signature initiatives

• Cops & Gloves: Youth and officers train together, learn de-escalation and communication, and build trust through dialogue—turning fear into understanding.
• Dade Prep Academy Affiliation: Flexible online coursework with mentors to help at-risk youth graduate or re-engage with school.

Outcomes we track

• Attendance and retention
• Academic progression and graduation/GED rates
• Self-reported coping and self-regulation
• Justice-involvement reduction among frequent participants

How to get involved

Enroll a youth • Volunteer as a mentor or tutor • Partner as a school, clinic, or agency • Sponsor equipment or a program day • Make a gift to sustain free, year-round access.

Cross-Pillar Infrastructure (How it all works together)

• Facility & Spaces: Rings, cardio/weight zones, counseling rooms, and a homework lab enable seamless transitions from practice to tutoring to counseling
• Partnerships: Schools, mental health providers, Dade Prep Academy, and law enforcement (“Cops & Gloves”) extend our reach and deepen trust
• Wraparound Model: Each youth is surrounded by a network—coaches, teachers, counselors, mentors—those coordinates goals and accountability
• Citywide Impact Targets: Attendance, graduation/GED, coping/self-regulation, and safety benchmarks guide accountability

Sample “Journey Map” for a New Member

• Intake & Baseline: Fitness screen, academic check, wellbeing screener, goal sheet.
• 90-Day Plan: Training track + Homework Lab schedule + mentor match; referrals if needed
• Quarterly Milestones: Skill showcase; report card/credit check; mentor review; family check-in.
• Year-End Outcomes: Skill progression, academic advancement/credential, leadership role or internship, and—most importantly—improved self-regulation and confidence.

If you’d like, I can drop this into a one-pager or slide layout for funders and city partners, and tailor metrics to your Year-1 goals.