Legacy Driven Foundation (LDF) provides mentorship and academic support for 3rd-12th grade students in underserved communities, with a mission to empower youth through personal development and guidance. LDF focuses on building students’ confidence, social skills, and life management capabilities by creating a safe environment and offering both in-person and virtual mentorship. The program involves various sessions including individual mentoring, group activities, and workshops on topics like conflict resolution, health, fitness, and social-emotional learning.

LDF was founded in 2018 and works closely with local schools, teachers, and community organizations to identify and support students who could benefit from mentorship. The foundation’s impact includes improved academic performance, social skills, and an overall positive outlook for students’ futures. Additionally, the foundation encourages partnerships, volunteer involvement, and donations to continue expanding its outreach and resources for students.

Our MISSION is improving the quality of life of young people through consistent Positive Youth Development in a safe and supportive environment, encouraging youth to become active, productive members of their families, schools and community-at-large.

Our VISION is to coach, expose, motivate & encourage all youth to realize their personal worth, realize & maximize their gifts & talents and more.

Student, Curriculum & Prospectus Materials (click to view):

• Student Academic/Behavioral Requirements
• Curriculum – Legacy Driven Foundation
• General Prospectus – Legacy Driven Foundation

Our Mentorship Model:

1. In-person Mentoring (individual & group) sessions in schools during lunchtime with students; Candidates are submitted by teachers, grade level assistant principals and/or by request of a parent; Student assessments are conducted mid-year or as needed, when a concern arises or requested by a teacher or parent. (up to 30 mins)
2. After-School sessions are held for boys and girls are held monthly in a classroom or gym of our students school. Youth from the program are exposed to health routines by a fitness trainer, guest speakers, and a sit-down meal together to discuss various topics. (1.5-2 hours)
3. Virtual Mentoring occurs monthly for all program students no matter the grade level. We desire to follow the child through Middle & High School as it’s a lifelong relationship, not for a season (30-45 mins).
4. Weekend Sessions – Special sessions held in community centers or library room settings will feature guest speakers and also a time for our students to share and discuss life with mentors for guidance and different POVs. 
5. Mentorship Consultant –We welcome relationships and partnerships with schools and other organizations with a strong interest in building a Mentorship program. (time varies per school project)
6. Substitute Teaching – Our CEO visits various schools to meet principals and staff, have opportunities to meet youth and mentor in classroom settings in addition to chatting with school staff about the success and challenges. To serve the students, we must gain knowledge in the environment they’re in the most!

Mentoring Schedule – See our Events page for information.

Sample of Discussion Topics/Activities (subject to change):

• Faith
• Team Building
• Behavioral Management 
• Conflict Resolution
• Perseverance
• SEL (social and emotional learning, managing your emotions)
• Health, Fitness and Nutrition – How to live your best life from the inside out. 
• Confidence in Self (see Bowen Theory link below)
• Effects of Social Media on our youth

Bowen Family Systems Theories

In 2006 our Founder was exposed to Bowen Family Systems Theory Systems (from Dr. Murray Bowen, Georgetown University) through a personal journey that proved to be life changing. Bowen theories such as “Self Differentiation”, “Family Projection Process”, “Societal Projection Process” and “Triangles” are used while mentoring our youth in certain situations.

Learn more about the Bowen Family Systems by clicking HERE.