Our
purpose
Light for the Next Generation Inc.’s purpose is to empower youth from underserved communities by providing holistic development & discipleship through sports, education, and art. Through our programs, we foster nurturing environments that build a sense of belonging, encourage youth to know their identity in Christ, cultivate their unique talents and inspire academic and personal excellence; subsequently becoming positive leaders in their communities.
VISION
To see underserved youth have equal opportunities, achieve their dreams, and become who God called them to be.
mission
To build environments and relationships for day to day discipleship that creates margin for discovery, growth, holistic healing, and stronger communities.
mission
Strategic plan
Support and empower youth by providing and connecting them to resources.
Create safe environments to celebrate youths' individualism, talents, and culture.
Create events and programs that would help youths build their skills and confidence to build a bright future for them and their families.
Partner with various community organizations to support our youth to live an active healthy, lifestyle so they can support each other to succeed and help their community become better.
Connect youth to positive role models in their life so they can encourage and guide them to a better path in life.
services
Education
Academic Support Clubs/Scholarship Connections
Sports
Soccer, Volleyball
Arts & Entertainment
Music, Dance, Photography, Drawing
Personal & Professional Development
Networking, Mentorship, Internship, Job Shadows, Resume, Interview Prep
programs
Rising Stars
Soccer program to support refugee and immigrant youth a platform to develop their character, athletic abilities, confidence, and to find belonging in the community.
Kairos Girls Volleyball
Girls’ volleyball program to empower refugee and immigrant girls to stay active, have fun, and learn to grow each other so they can be great women and leaders in their communities.
Shine your Light
Personal and professional development program that supports refugee and immigrant youth with sharing resources, mentorship, career opportunities by connecting students with local professionals and organizations.
Thank you to all of our community partners! It takes a village to raise kids- we truly couldn’t run our organization without the help of many hands and feet.
