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Founded
1991
Led by
Steve Diggs
HQ in
Knoxville , TN

Effectiveness & Efficiency info

What is the impact?
86% reading growth and 90% math growth among afterschool participants and 70% of EYF participant seniors in post-secondary education or the military
Growth in last 3 years?
37% Growth in clients served
How is money spent?
$10,774,033 spent last fiscal year to serve 3,304 youths
Is fundraising efficient?
14¢ spent to raise $1 from 1,752 donors

Leadership & Focus info

Team
174 staff + 728 volunteers + board of 12
Mission
To raise up a large number of urban youth to love Jesus Christ and become effective leaders who help renew their communities
Topic(s)
Athletics, Camps/Retreats, Character Development, Community Development, Discipleship, Education, Justice, Mentoring/Tutoring, Reconciliation, Urban Ministry
People Served
Urban Poor, Youth, Parents, Families
Location(s)
1 (view list)

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