Mission: Our mission is to utilize the arts to cultivate and develop self-empowerment, community service, higher education, and self-expression within adolescents aged 11-18.

Results: In September 2009, we piloted an after school program in Kansas City, Kansas. With school support and volunteers we were able to build a great curriculum, bring in guest speakers, and transport students to various cultural events throughout the city. Our Successes:1.Since our program is unique and innovative, many organizations are requesting our services as an added feature for their youth. We’ve gained a partnership with the local organizations and churches to assist with our monthly KC Teen Mic Nights. 2.We are a volunteer ran program. Our volunteers have invested over 3,000 hours to the after school program which includes preparing lesson plans, being a mentor to students, seeking out resources and support.
•2015, founder, received an award from the African American Affairs Commission dedicated service to Project Unity initiatives, to youth and to the community
•Art Kansas City Fund Catalyst Grant recipient
•November 2015, founder received a Business Appreciation Award from The U Church
•Developed partnership with S. I. D. E ( Socialization Interdependent, Development, Empowerment) organization that provided us with resources, supplies, and equipment for After School Program and KC Teen Mic.
•June 2015, KC Teen Mic Team radio appearance on 95.3 KCPZ1.Develop and adopt a new creative arts curriculum for the after school program 2.Increase our teen participation and attendance by 50% 3.Develop a marketing and branding plan to produce quality programming for the organization. 4.Build a sustainable volunteer recruitment program5.Develop workshops centered around artist development and social change issues for teens.

Target demographics: Creative Corner (6th-8th graders)Teen Mic Night ( 7th-12th graders)

Direct beneficiaries per year: Over 125 young people and families

Geographic areas served: Kansas City, Kansas

Programs: KC Teen Mic Nights ( Open Mic)Talent Events After School Programming