Cousins Empowered Optimists
Programs
Program 1 [2024]
Program expenses included purchase of equipment rental of facilities buses and payment for instruction & the team creating & implementing the Chi Code-Chronicles. Our team of educators provides S.T.E.A.M. skill instruction throughout Illinois. From designing and implementing curriculum for youth in School District 151 to sponsoring family trips to the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry and hosting Family Tech events CEO Superheroes provides quality experiences that are transformative.Were highly successful in bringing out the best in neurodivergent youth and weve normalized their involvement in our instruction. We introduce youth to opportunities in aviation led by 19 year old aircraft pilot Zaire Horton. We teach drone instruction to youth in Chicago Park District and other facilities with licensed drone pilot Derrick Washington who prepares 16 year old youth to secure their drone pilots licenses. Through collaboration with TSC Studios we are launching a televised series called Chi-Code Chronicles which is an educational action-adventure series for the targeted ages of 7-14 aired in 30-minute episodes. Youth throughout Illinois have attended our Family Tech Days where we create a fun environment for youth and their families to learn about and register for instruction in robotics 3D printing virtual augmented reality aviation and more S.T.E.A.M. related opportunities. https: youtu.be 4iH-KzLVe94?si=ffAom7sWfxk7zeDl We implement workshops and school events in conjunction with the Griffin Museum of Science & Industry and we sponsor family trips to the museum. Aurelius Raines a staff member of the museum serves as director of our technology strategies and bridges our collaborations. One of our goals is to help youth develop the skills to create games not just remain consumers of games.GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$114.6KProgram 2 [2024]
The expenses in this section cover costs of instruction facility rental special program entrance fees equipment and transportation. The projects include our CEO Superheroes Leadership Academy School District 151 S.T.E.A.M. curriculum development and implementation district-wide and our collaborations to combat recidivism and provide support and instruction for incarcerated youth. Our CEO Superheroes Leadership Academy supports youth in developing life skills nutrition self-mastery techniques and entrepreneurship experiences. Participants learn about developing a business mindset financial literacy credit score protection strategies money management basics budgeting critical thinking cryptocurrency business plan development marketing branding and social media management. They also learn conflict resolution techniques healthy decision-making lifemapping communication skill enhancement and purposeful networking. Participants are encouraged to read specific books and engage with authors such as Japanese author Takuan Amaru: https: youtu.be KGM3mmJoNNU?si=RaBi4_I3MM_Fia70. Our collaborations focus on creating and implementing curricula that equip youth with marketable skills fostering hope for a better future. Through our teams efforts we establish pathways for mentorship and skill development aiming to guide youth from juvenile detention to successful reentry into the community. We emphasize conflict resolution critical thinking mentorship and skill-building for future employment opportunities. For 17 years Pastor Michael Robinson and Attorney Chelsea Robinson have volunteered in the juvenile detention community mentoring incarcerated youth through chess strategies in their Pro-Vision program. This initiative aims to empower youth with critical thinking and conflict resolution skills preparing them to become responsible citizens capable of leading successful lives. Our youth are encouraged to strive for excellence adopting a mindset of no excuses and considering failure as not an option.GeographiesNot indicatedDatesJan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$60.8KProgram 3 [2024]
Having provided year-round golf instruction since 2018 we now have 25 young golfers from the ages of 6-18 who are competing throughout Illinois and around the country. Our golf instruction is provided by LPGA Teaching Professional Erika Birdie Shavers in conjunction with First Tee-Greater Chicago. https: africanamericangolfersdigest.com erika-birdie-shavers-elevating-womens-golf-instruction In addition our youth participate in workshops with LPGA professional Cheyenne Woods The Jackson Park Golf Association Bob-O- Links City of Chicago Park District Clinics Drive Chip & Putt DICOPI and other instructional and competitive experiences. Families have begun golfing together as a lifestyle. We host events that introduce communities to the tremendous social health and confidence building results of participating in golf. The peaceful atmosphere of the golf course provides an opportunity to escape the pollution and pressure of urban life. Conversations and fellowships are inspired leading to friendships beyond cultural divides. The ability to compete successfully empowers youth and their families to explore future business and scholarship opportunities.We introduce them to the educational paths for entering the multi-billion dollar golf industry. Our strategies normalize the world of golf for populations that are not yet represented in the industry. Healthy lifestyle goals are supported through development of golf skills for the entire family. https: youtu.be to1rL2Oph5M?si=yjAju_KDTOtQqAmvGeographiesNot indicatedDatesJan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024Source990No causes providedNo populations provided–$29.8K
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