Our unique program has served over 2000 youth since our beginning in 2009. As a direct impact of their participation in our yearly 5-day camp facilitated by 17 current and former NFL and collegiate coaches and our Career Day/ College Football Combine over 168 youth from the inner city of Dallas have received either full or partial college scholarships to various colleges across the country. Each of these youth, with the exception of one, were the first in their family to attend college. We also provide a year-round mentoring program with two components. Reading Buddies that focuses on literacy and comprehension with elementary students and CHAMPS which works with high school students that focuses on college/career, character and community service. In addition to this we also have Quarterly Virtual Meetings with approximately 70-80 student providing check in moments, inspiring messages and life resources. The Dallas Champions Academy also looks to be a resource for families throughout the year by meeting felt needs during Thanksgiving, Christmas and our Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway.
Our most pressing need is funding for year-round Champions University Mentorship Program for high school students ages 14-18. The Champions University Mentorship Program will focus on College, Career, Community, & Character. The funding will be used for program development.
The mission of the Dallas Champions Academy is to equip under-served children and youth from the Southern Sector of Dallas to flourish and live into their potential and purpose through educational opportunities, mentoring, year-round character and academic formation and career/ college guidance.
Our most pressing need is funding for year-round Champions University Mentorship Program for high school students ages 14-18. The Champions University Mentorship Program will focus on College, Career, Community, & Character. The funding will be used for program development.
The Dallas Champions Academy works tirelessly and intentionally to provide space for dialogue and practical application and programs that will provide equitable opportunities for underserved and under-resourced youth in the city of Dallas.
Organization name
Dallas Champions Academy
Causes
Youth & Children
Operating Budget
$250,000 - $499,999
Counties Served
Dallas
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx, Other
BIPOC Leadership
Both the Executive Director/CEO and Board Chair
Equity Statement
Equity Statement
Address
P.O. Box 151221