Empowering Youth And Equipping Them With The Skills Necessary To Become Better Versions Of Themselves
Our Mission
Gentlemen and Scholars Inc. is a progressively growing non-profit co-ed mentorship program whose mission is to empower the youth and equip them with the skills necessary to become better versions of themselves. By hosting workshops, our mentees are being exposed to real-life concepts through etiquette and life skill instructors, community professionals, role-playing, camps, and field trips.
Gentleman & Scholars has teamed up with Team Excel, South Bend Community School Corporation, and star Notre Dame player Leonard Moore, to tackle the chronic absenteeism crisis in schools. Starting with Edison Middle School and Clay International Academy, participating students will participate in healthy team-based competition based on attendance and positive behavior. Gentleman & Scholars will also conduct bi-weekly team building and life skills workshops at both schools.
As the champion of the Tackle Attendance South Bend initiative, Leonard Moore will continue to engage students throughout the year and provide exciting prizes and incentives to the top teams as motivation.
Visit www.tackleattendance.com for additional information.
Meet Our Team
Our dedicated team is committed to guiding young men towards success through mentorship and empowerment.
William Douglas
Founder/CEO
Cory Brazier
Director of Presentation
Shane Williams
Director of Fine Arts
Shawn Thomas
Executive Director
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