Project Thug Inc

“Expenses advertising and marketing 13,499 office expenses 4,129 travel 12,806 insurance 170 awards & grants to others 971 business licenses & permi 235 fundraising 36,264 supplies 7,620 vehicle expenses 1,065 total 76,759”

“Project t.h.u.g. (transforming. Hope. And unifying generations.) targets adolescent black males in their junior year of high school, and senior year of middle school. Fellows who enter the program will participate in an 8- month intensive program - capped with a service program to graduate.”

“In fiscal year 2024, project transforming hope significantly enhanced its outreach and impact within south florida's black communities, mainly focusing on the holistic development of young black males. Our comprehensive program provided transformative educational experiences to over 100 fellows across two primary cohorts and one pilot cohort with the adapt foundation, focusing on student-athletes. Key achievements: educational workshops: we hosted over 24 high-touch, hands-on workshops under monthly thematic areas such as leadership development, career readiness, and economic mobility, engaging fellows in critical skills for their future. Mindfulness and wellness: initiated with a nature immersion retreat, we embedded mindfulness practices, including yoga and mental health counseling, throughout our curriculum, aimed at reducing stress and improving psychological resilience. Community engagement: our fellows implemented community service projects such as the annual capstone project event, which involved organizing interactive community workshops demonstrating their learning and serving over 250 local community members. Academic support: each fellow received a laptop, facilitating continuous learning and global collaboration, which proved pivotal during off-weeks for maintaining educational momentum. Non-measurable impacts: beyond measurable outputs, the most profound impact has been the enhanced sense of agency and community among our fellows. They report increased confidence, improved relationships, and a stronger sense of future possibilities. These efforts culminated in a 5-year celebration event that underscored our sustained commitment to nurturing leaders equipped to thrive and positively impact their communities.”