For a Real Change, Inc. believes that we currently live in a time when our youth in Generation Z (born between 1997 – 2012) want to learn more and through different methods, and pursue activities and careers that provide an avenue for them to impact
Read MoreFor a Real Change, Inc. offers multiple programs for young people from kindergarten through high school with collaborative initiatives for college students. All of our programs strive to educate young people and advance critical thinking skills in order to develop leaders to make a positive
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View DetailFor a Real Change, Inc. values partnerships, and Bowling Green, Kentucky is home to several organizations that support youth development along with community leaders who work together on different initiatives. We strive to connect with other nonprofits, businesses, and community leaders to further enhance our
View DetailAs part of Sexual Assault Prevention and Child Abuse Prevention Months, For a Real Change has joined Boys to Men Leadership Group, Hope Harbor, Inc., and the Sexual Assault Prevention Committee, to present an event with content fitting for all youth in grades 6-8. Inbounds
“I was walking around campus telling God ‘I want to make a difference in this world, and I want to create change’,” Julia Rivas said. This prayer she spoke led to nearly a decade of situations lining up for her to do just that.
College teams make apparel for babies, and kids cheer for college sports teams alongside their parents on game day. Aside from knowing colleges exist, when do parents start talking to their children about attending a college or university? Shannon Wilson Sherman, Karen Kerr, Nne Ragland, and Jessica Forrest share when they started talking with their children about college.
For a Real Change, Inc. is seeking responses from college graduates to answer the question “What does it mean to be college ready?” For those interested in sharing your experience, contact us at [email protected] This information is being collected for an upcoming blog post in our College Ready section.
You don’t know this, but my second semester in college ended with me on academic probation. My excuse – I lacked the maturity and discipline needed for a successful first year. I am sure people expected I would never graduate. If so, they were wrong. I finished strong. Now years later, I get to start my sixth year teaching a course for freshmen that helps them better prepare for college.
Volunteers mean so much to For A Real Change, Inc. Volunteers may serve within programs or as contributing writers and creative volunteers supporting the programs in other ways. Specific volunteer opportunities will be posted on our Volunteer page as they become available.
Within For a Real Change, we believe that teachers, speakers, and assistants serve as mentors – advising and guiding the youth. The For a Real Change mentors empower youth by supporting them in identifying the power within themselves.
The For a Real Change team consists of our executive director and board of directors. The board of directors meets monthly and remain our first supporters. Each board member volunteers with at least one For a Real Change program and promotes education in other areas of their lives.