Est. 2022
FOURTEEN21 CARES
Fourteen21 Cares is a foundation committed to our communities, to provide an environment that enables the growth and development of our youth K-12. We partner with local leaders in education services, community events, youth camps and programs, to create a healthy and safe environment with activities, wellness, learning and social awareness.
Why we exist
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
To provide an environment that enables the growth and development of our youth K-12. We partner with local leaders in education services, community events, youth camps and programs to create a healthy and safe environment with activities, wellness, learning and social awareness.
Our Vision
A community where every young person has access to safe spaces, supportive mentors, and opportunities to thrive — growing into confident, capable adults who give back to the neighborhoods that raised them.
What we stand on
Our values
Family first
We treat every young person like they belong to all of us.
Show up
Consistency beats intensity. We are here every single month.
Free access
Cost should never keep a kid out of the room.
Give back
Everyone we serve gets a chance to serve someone else.
Since 2022
Our Circle of Care
Since our inception in 2022, FOURTEEN21 CARES has served our community with compassion, dignity and purpose. We have reached 1,250 community members — 650 in 2025 alone — supported 500+ students with backpacks and school supplies, distributed 300+ hygiene kits, provided 150 families with Thanksgiving Feast Boxes, and brought 100 students together for Book & Ball at 13th Ave School. Thirty-five dedicated volunteers and $10,000+ in donations made it possible.
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Looking ahead to 2026
Youth Mentorship Program
Connecting young people with positive role models.
Educational Workshops
Life skills, financial literacy and career development.
Expanded Food Security
Increased frequency and reach of food distributions.
Senior Support Services
Specialized programs for our elderly community members.
Community Resource Hub
Centralized access to services and support.
Partner with the foundation
We work with schools, churches, businesses and neighbors who want to pour into local youth. Reach out and let's build something together.
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