Success Stories

Crossover Mission

In 2019, Crossover Mission debuted its College Bound program as a pilot to test the feasibility of supporting under-resourced Crossover high school students in pursuing postsecondary education at the college or university level. The test group consisted of Crossover’s five class of 2021 graduating seniors.

The students, their parents and Crossover support teams all took part in the process, which included college searches and applications, financial aid and scholarship applications, resume building, essay writing, college tours and sports recruiting.

After an investment of 900 hours over the two-year period, in addition to each student’s academic and athletic efforts, all five young men were set to become the first in their respective families to attend college.

The students’ high school GPAs ranged from 3.2 to 4.4, and three graduated with honors. All were accepted by and received leadership or academic merit scholarships at 90% of the schools to which they applied, and two received basketball scholarships out of state. No student debt will be incurred to send these young men to college.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County

From as early as Ashanti can remember, her life seemed different from the lives of other children. By the time she was 2 years old, she had already lost her mother and sister. Her grandmother became the center of her life, doing her best to fill the shoes of mother and father for Ashanti. “I am thankful and blessed to have her. My core values, and what I stand for as a person, all stem from her love, support and guidance,” Ashanti says.

Ashanti began attending BGCIRC’s Vero Beach Club at age 10. She credits the club with helping her learn a lot about herself and build the confidence to set and pursue goals for her life.

Ashanti

BGCIRC named Ashanti Youth of the Year for 2021. By the time she graduated from high school, she had obtained her certified nursing assistant degree and phlebotomy technician certification. Her next step is to pursue a nurse practitioner degree at the University of North Florida.

“Although I have had many hills and valleys along the way, it is because of my grandmother and the Boys & Girls Club that I was able to reach for the stars that once seemed so far away,” Ashanti reflects.

FOUNDATIONS FOR LEADERSHIP INC.

772-202-0550 fflmun.org

MISSION: To equip young people for success in education, careers and civic life by engaging them in projects that build empathy, diplomacy and a mindset for bringing people together

MAIN EVENT: Multiple events for teachers, middle and high school students, and volunteers

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Help at conferences and workshops in a variety of roles; people with Model UN experience, topic experts, and anyone who enjoys a lively learning environment with lots of young people are welcome

Founded: 2013

GIFFORD YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT CENTER INC.

772-794-1005 gyac.net

MISSION: With God’s guidance, to create educational, cultural and social opportunities that enhance the lives of youth and families

MAIN EVENT: GYAC Saturday Night Fever Dinner and Silent Disco, Jan. 22, 2022

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Classroom volunteers, one-onone tutors, recreation volunteers and office/clerical support

Founded: 1998

Girls On The Run Of The Treasure Coast

772-202-3776 girlsontheruntc.org

MISSION: To inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running

MAIN EVENT: Girls on the Run

Celebration 5K, November 2022

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: 5K volunteers, team coaches, running buddies, fund development, coach and 5K materials preparation

Founded: 2011