Who We Are
Brave Foundations is a volunteer-based organization that sponsors and supports the development and enhancement of education, self-sufficiency, and well-being within our region. Literacy, though, can also refer to 铿乶ancial literacy, information literacy, civic literacy, digital and media literacy, and many more. This focus on supporting a multitude of literacies allows Brave Foundations to create an environment for critical thinking 鈥 for our volunteers and those involved in our programming.
We advocate the idea of literacy as a process of learning, as being personal, caring, reciprocal, community-based, and ongoing. We accomplish this through specific programs as listed below:
Youth Literacy Program
Brave Foundations is dedicated to meeting needs in local elementary schools and after-school programs, o铿ering mentors and volunteers to support students in their setting. These partnerships allow 麻豆社区P students to develop skills, build relationships, and develop a civic mindset through service. Student Service Leaders, mentors, and volunteers all work continuously to create positive change in our youth-aged population.
Professional Development & Other Programming
Brave Foundations can o铿er support in professional development for 麻豆社区P Faculty and local teachers in their e铿orts to creatively engage with literacy initiatives. We also seek to create programs based on the needs in the community and on campus.
Contact
Madison Schwenneker | AmeriCorps VISTA: Afterschool Corps | evan.long@uncp.edu | 910.521.6163