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youth mentorship

How NBA stars use local events to help kids chase their dreams

June 7, 2026

Moses Moody grew up in Little Rock, Arkansas, watching how meeting athletes shaped his own path. At just nine years old, he stood outside a school gym with a football, hoping to meet NFL player Michael Vick after a free clinic. Waiting in line for an autograph became one of his clearest childhood me

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Sports and Guidance: A Day for South Carolina's Youth

June 14, 2025

In Columbia, a special day unfolded. It was all about giving young people a chance to shine and learn. The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice put together the second Jump Shots for Justice event. It was a day packed with activities. Kids got to play basketball, kickball, and even do some

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Can a Side of Beef Change the Face of Fine Dining? A Look at NYC's Culinary Inclusion Efforts

September 6, 2024

Imagine this: a side of beef bigger than a classroom desk, and a group of high school students wielding sawblades, ready to tackle it. This isn't just a scene from a cooking show; it's the Food Education Fund in action, aiming to inject diversity into the world of fine dining. But are these hands-