Too many teens in our city are navigating life without a clear roadmap, lacking the guidance, support, and resources necessary to reach their full potential. Without positive influences and direction, many students struggle to stay engaged in school, develop essential life skills, and build a vision for their future. To address this need, Streets 517 provides a comprehensive support system by:

• Connecting with students through a consistent presence in their schools, offering mentorship and guidance where they spend most of their time.

• Engaging students after school by creating safe spaces where they can gather, build relationships, and grow.

• Cultivating life-on-life relationships between caring adults and teens, ensuring every student has a trusted mentor to walk alongside them.

• Supporting students in their academic journey, helping them stay on track and achieve their educational goals.

• Empowering students to become leaders in their schools, neighborhoods, and families, equipping them to create positive change in their communities.

 

By meeting students where they are and providing the relationships, resources, and opportunities they need, we are helping shape a generation of resilient, purpose-driven young people who are prepared to navigate life successfully.