The One Heart Project is a transformative initiative dedicated to changing the lives of justice-involved and at-risk youth. Our mission is to provide these youth with the skills, tools, and heathy relationships needed to navigate life successfully and to flourish. We work to break the "cradle-to-prison" pipeline by providing these young people with a second chance.
This program is designed to meet the unique needs of each individual by providing staged education, mentoring, life skills training, and employment opportunities. The results speak for themselves: our programs have led to more than a 60% reduction in recidivism rates, down to just 12% with the youth we work with in Texas, according to state data.
However, to continue this vital work, we need your support.
Your donation will directly impact the lives of young people who might otherwise be lost to the cycle of incarceration. By contributing to The One Heart Project, you are giving more than a gift. You're giving hope, opportunity, and a second chance at life.
Will you join us in making a difference? Your generosity will transform lives.
The One Heart Project aims to equip justice-involved and at-risk youth with the counseling, education, skills, and healthy relationships they need to navigate life successfully and experience a true second chance.
Our current priority for the remainder of this calendar year and into 2026 is to secure funding impact more youth in Rockwall and Nueces Counties. Our goal is to raise $25,000 for the following efforts:
💙 $4,500 – Change a Life
Fully sponsor one youth’s journey through the One Heart program—giving them the skills, values, and support to rewrite their future.
🤝 $3,000 – Equip the Mentors
Provide trauma-informed training for 14 Youth Development Specialists and mentors—multiplying your impact by shaping the leaders who walk alongside youth every day.
📘 $2,000 – Invest in Transformation
Supply materials and supplies for an entire youth cohort—equipping young people to explore core values, build confidence, and practice healthy relationships.
🎓 $500 – Celebrate Success
Honor youth at the finish line with a graduation ceremony and certificate—affirming their hard work and showing them their transformation matters.
Organization name
The One Heart Project
Causes
Youth & Children
Operating Budget
$1,000,000 - $2,999,999
Counties Served
Rockwall
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Asian/Pacific Islander, Hispanic or Latinx, Native American
Address
P.O. Box 92790