Champions Circle

“Life can be daunting as a teen. Champion Circle is here to help you navigate your way.” – Otis Taylor

About Champion Circle

What is Champion Circle:

Champion Circle is a youth empowerment program for young men 14-19. This program was created by Give A Day Foundation with the intent to help equip our young men with the necessary tools and guide them in a direction that will open up possibilities to build a successful future.

Our program begins in June and consists of informative workshops and community activities that run through August. At the end of the summer events our teens (mentees) are paired with mentors for the rest of the academic school year. Some workshops and community activities will take place during the academic school year, but most of the time will be one on one interaction between mentors and mentees.

Our workshops consist of special guest speakers who will be teaching on our five core values listed below. Some of our community activities are interactive tours to our local fire and police departments. Team building activities like law enforcement basketball challenges, mind master challenge, lion club skeet shooting, career adventures, team volunteer projects, and more.

Our 5 core values:

Identity discovery – discovering the person in the mirror

Career development – finding professions that could lead to a lifetime career

Health awareness – learning the importance of being and staying healthy

Financial identity – learning how to make wise choices with your money

Volunteerism – gaining a better understanding of why it’s important to give back to your community

Our Purpose

Why Champion Circle?

A teen male youth empowerment group can serve several important purposes, addressing various challenges and needs that young males may face during their formative years. Here are some reasons we feel Champion Circle is so valuable:

Identity Formation: Adolescence is a critical period for identity formation.

Positive Role Models: Having positive male role models can be crucial for teens.

Mental Health Support: Adolescence can be a challenging time emotionally.

Skill Development: We focus on developing a range of skills, including communication, leadership, problem-solving, and emotional intelligence.

Peer Support: Teens may face peer pressure and social challenges.

Resilience Building: Life is full of challenges, and developing resilience is crucial.

Educational Support: We provide a platform for educational support, encouraging academic achievement and a positive attitude toward learning.

Addressing Social Issues: We discuss and address societal issues such as toxic masculinity, gender stereotypes, and bullying.

Community Engagement: We provide opportunities for community involvement and service.

Preventing Risky Behaviors: By providing positive alternatives and a supportive community, we can help steer teens away from engaging in risky behaviors such as substance abuse or delinquency.

Champion Circle addresses the specific needs of the community and individuals involved, recognizing that the challenges faced by teen males can vary widely. Overall, our goal is to create a space that fosters personal growth, positive relationships, and a sense of empowerment among young males.

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FAQ

How much does it cost to join Champions Circle?

There is no monetary cost to join our program, but all Mentees are required to volunteer a minimum of five hours a month.

Who can be a part of Champion Circle?

Champion Circle is designed for young men ages 14 through 19.

How is Champion Circle funded?

Champion Circle is funded through donations, in-kind goods and sponsors.

How long does Champion Circle program last?

Phase 1 of Champion Circle starts in June, runs throughout the summer months. Phase 2 of Champion Circle starts in August and runs through the academic school year.