Mission & Values

Mission

Alive + Well empowers underserved youth by providing mentorship, enrichment, and foundational life skills that help them discover their purpose, build their personal brand, and chart clear pathways toward success in education, workforce development, and entrepreneurship.

Values

Access & Opportunity: We serve youth from underserved communities, ensuring they have the support, resources, and guidance needed to succeed.

Empowerment: We equip young people with the tools to define and pursue their goals.

Mentorship: Relatable mentors with lived experience guide youth on their journey.

Community Impact: Building stronger communities by developing stronger youth.

Innovation: Creating culturally relevant, engaging, and future-ready programming.

Vision

 To become the front door for young people to unlock their potential and step into their future with confidence. Alive + Well envisions a world where every young person, regardless of background, has access to the guidance, opportunities, and support needed to thrive.

Unique Approach

Unlike traditional afterschool or enrichment programs, Alive + Well combines personal development (mental wellness, financial literacy, and goal-setting) with career exposure (entrepreneurship, trades, workforce readiness, and college pathways). We are deeply rooted in the communities we serve, led by mentors who share similar lived experiences with our youth — making our work relatable, trusted, and transformative.

  • “Have a vision of excellence, a dream of success, and work like hell.”

    – Dr. Samuel DuBois Cook

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