The Pearl Foundation of puget sound
Welcome
Our mission is to foster self-confidence, leadership, and positive decision making skills to an under-served population of young men and women. We provide financial assistance through our scholarship program and connect kids with industry to develop and nurture their professional interest. Click the link below to learn more about the programs the Pearl Foundation of Puget Sound supports or to apply for the college scholarship program.
Mentoring
The Pearl Foundation provides a structured mentorship program with the above targeted outcomes in mind through the Passport to Manhood Program at the Al Davies Boys & Girls Club in Tacoma, Washington; Big Brothers and Big Sisters; and the Tacoma Urban League's Male Involvement Program.
Volunteer
Members of the Pearl Foundation believe that every youth's life is important regardless of the circumstances or environment they are born into. Our goal is to help under-served youth in the South Puget Sound successfully transition to Adulthood. Our aim is to see them become productive, engaged, law abiding citizens; who are connected to meaningful work and healthy relationships.
Changing the Future
The research is very clear; when mentoring is done well - it can be informational. Studies show that kids who are mentored can reach their true potential through positive relationships and utilization of community resources. Often kids who are mentored become mentors themselves which creates a self perpetuating program. Our foundation concentrates on young males of color because:
Young males of color are much more likely to live in poverty
Young males of color experience higher than average school suspension rates
Young males of color are under represented in higher level & advanced coursework
YOU CAN MAKE A CHANGE IN THE LIFE OF ONE CHILD TODAY