Our mission is to empower at-risk youth who have been affected by any form of trauma to heal, overcome, and discover their potential through our Finding GEMS program and help them build brighter futures through growth, empowerment, mentorship, and success. By providing trauma-informed care, life skills training, and unwavering support, we strive to break cycles of adversity and equip young people with the tools they need to rise above challenges and thrive as resilient, confident, and empowered individuals.
Our program Finding GEMS (Growth, Empowerment, Mentorship & Success) is built on a trauma-informed foundation and structured into four distinct phases, each designed to nurture personal growth, build resilience, and prepare participants for long-term success. Following a graduation ceremony and certificate of completion, to celebrate their accomplishments, participants will receive 3 months of mentorship, weekly check-ins, and one-on-one coaching for continued development and to ensure a smooth transition to independence and application. Your contribution will help us provide our services FREE of charge to at-risk youth who might not otherwise have access to it.
As the ED and one of the facilitators of Finding GEMS, I have lived the experience as I was once also an at risk youth. Going through both the group home and foster care system, I know firsthand the challenges that come with such circumstances. I’ve walked in those shoes, faced the pain, and fought to overcome the obstacles before me. My journey was not easy, but has empowered and equipped me for the mission. Today, I am a living testimony that rising above adversity is possible, and I am dedicated to helping other children see beyond their current struggles, recognize their potential, and overcome the barriers in their way, as I have done.
Our participants will have real-life experiences and activities at least once a month to correspond with the essential skills being taught, ensuring they can apply what they have learned in a meaningful way while leveraging community resources to provide comprehensive support; and ultimately changing the trajectory of their lives to a path filled with hope and opportunities.
Let’s invest in a brighter future by empowering our youth; they’re the future adults who will lead it.
About Yahweh's Hands and Feet Inc.
Mission: Our mission is to empower at-risk youth who have been affected by any form of trauma to heal, overcome, and discover their potential through our Finding GEMS program and help them build brighter futures through growth, empowerment, mentorship, and success. By providing trauma-informed care, life skills training, and unwavering support, we strive to break cycles of adversity and equip young people with the tools they need to rise above challenges and thrive as resilient, confident, and empowered individuals.
Our program has served as a vital initiative helping at-risk youth navigate the complexities of their experiences through constructive, interactive activities and supportive relationships. Meeting our goal will help us provide these services FREE of charge for a year to families and individuals who aren't otherwise able to afford them.
County Served: Kent; New Castle; Sussex
Office Location(s): Dover
Sector: BIPOC-Led (Board); Human Services; Poverty & Hunger; Substance Abuse Prevention; Youth Development
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