COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
The Community Engagement program consists of events, projects, and initiatives that aim to support communities through education, advocacy, and resource allocation by partnering with national companies, local businesses, schools, and organizations with similar interests in empowering youth.
The following are the various services provided through the Community Engagement program:
LIVING IN THE POCKET SKILLS CAMP
is an annual camp for youth ages 6 to 18. The camp provides a unique opportunity to bring youths and their caregivers together for a fun, safe, and engaging day of learning from prominent NFL players, area trainers, and coaches.
MENTAL FLEX FORUM
is an annual learning series about mental health for athletes ages 13 through 18.
FUEL FOR SUCCESS
is a collaboration with partners to provide student-athletes with nutrition education and access to healthier food options.
COMMUNITY DEFENSE PROJECT
is a community resource for crisis intervention and operates as needed. Due to the surge in gun violence impacting teens and young adults, the project now includes violence prevention efforts.
LIVING IN THE POCKET
COACHES CLINIC
is a professional development program for youth coaches. The trauma-informed, interactive curriculum addresses the unique needs of youth in under-resourced communities.
In addition to the services listed above, the Community Engagement program has hosted workshops for student-athletes and their caregivers, educating them on subject matters related to financial literacy, Name, Image and Likeness (NIL), and nutritional health. Through community partnerships, we’ve participated in back-to-school and holiday drives.
If you have any questions or want to learn ways to support the Community Engagement program, please contact the Director of Community Engagement Thomas Weeden at Thomas.Weeden@AD99.org.
