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About Us
At Raise a Child Carolinas, we believe children are the foundation of the future. Their success tomorrow depends on the opportunities and support they receive today. As a leading youth organization in the Carolinas, we create an empowering environment where young people can embrace their identity, develop essential skills, and grow into confident leaders.
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Our goal is to equip youth with the tools, resources, and guidance they need to become responsible, engaged citizens. Through our programs, we instill the values of leadership, social responsibility, and lifelong learning to help them unlock their full potential and shape a brighter future.
Values
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Youth First – Centering young people in every decision and action.
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Cultural Competence – Respecting and reflecting the diverse communities we serve.
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Partnerships – Collaborating with others to maximize impact.
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Ownership – Fostering accountability and leadership at all levels.
Our Mission
Raise a Child Carolinas is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating meaningful educational experiences for youth.
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Our mission is to provide children with access to academic enrichment opportunities that go beyond what is commonly available in their communities. We EXPOSE youth to new possibilities, INSPIRE bold dreams, and EMPOWER them with the tools, resources, and support to build a future of lifelong success.
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Through our S.T.E.A.M+ model—integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math, and essential life skills—we ensure that students in grades K-12 engage in innovative, hands-on learning.
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Guided by a village approach, we collaborate with partners who share our passion for expanding educational access. Since our founding in 2018, we have provided local youth with afterschool clubs, seasonal camps, and community service projects—empowering the next generation to learn, grow, and lead.
Vision
We envision a world where every child—regardless of background—has the confidence, support, and opportunity to unlock their full potential and thrive as a lifelong learner, leader, and contributor to their community.
"It's better to build strong children than to repair broken ones."
Frederick Douglass