Crime Prevention
We're revolutionizing the way we stop crime in our communities
BAC impacts Crime Prevention by educating our youth through helpful tools to make smart decisions and life choices. Those tools include building a relationship with the local police department, providing grants to support safety programs, applying crime prevention techniques, and encouraging good citizenship.
- LocationWhitehaven neighborhood Memphis, TN
- Date09/05/21
- CategoriesCrime, Prevention
Health Intervention
We believe good health is the key to a quality life
BAC offers programs for Physical Activity and Health Education. The purpose of Health Intervention is to encourage, educate, motivate, and reshape the daily health choices for our youth.
- LocationWhitehaven neighborhood Memphis, TN
- Date09/05/21
- CategoriesHealth, Intervention
Credit Literacy
Credit and financial literacy are critical to our community's health
BAC aim is to educate our youth on the importance of financial literacy. We achieve this by providing programs and classes that greatly impact credit scores and the ability to generate wealth not only for the individual but the community.
- LocationWhitehaven neighborhood Memphis, TN
- Date09/05/21
- CategoriesCredit, Literacy
Trade School
Mastering skills to create income is key to building a strong, sustainable community
BAC focuses on educating our youth about trade opportunities, entrepreneurship, and ownership. We encourage our youth to master a skill to support themselves and their families. These skills include but are not limited to landscaping, carpentry, plumbing, barbering, painting, etc.
- LocationWhitehaven neighborhood Memphis, TN
- Date09/05/21
- CategoriesTrade, School
Athletic Involvement
Sports and athletics participation transforms lives in the short and long term
BAC understands the impact of athletics and how sports transform lives by turning athletic ability into life opportunities. BAC provides opportunities for our youth to participate on numerous athletic teams including dance, football, cheerleading, basketball, rugby, track, etc. in a fun, safe, and communal environment.
- LocationWhitehaven neighborhood Memphis, TN
- Date09/05/21
- CategoriesYouth, Sports
Entrepreneurship
Business ownership is a proven path to self-sufficiency for both individuals and communities
The Brothers About Change Entrepreneurship Program introduces youth and young adults to the fundamentals of business ownership, financial literacy, and wealth creation. Participants learn how to identify business opportunities, develop business plans, understand budgeting and money management, and turn creative ideas into viable business ventures. Through mentorship from entrepreneurs and business professionals, BAC seeks to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset, promote economic independence, and prepare young people to become future business owners, employers, and community leaders.
- LocationWhitehaven neighborhood Memphis, TN
- Date09/05/22
- CategoriesBusiness, Youth
STEM
Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics fields are the pathway to success in the future of an advanced society.
The Brothers About Change STEM Program exposes youth to the exciting opportunities available in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Through hands-on learning, project-based activities, career exploration, and mentorship, participants develop critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and technical skills. The program aims to increase interest in STEM-related education and careers while helping prepare young people for emerging industries, advanced training, and future employment opportunities.
- LocationWhitehaven neighborhood Memphis, TN
- Date09/05/22
- CategoriesEducation, Technology
Minimizing Youth Violence
The earlier we can intervene in the cycle of violence among our youth the sooner we can make positive change.
THe Brothers About Change Youth Violence Prevention Program seeks to reduce youth violence by providing positive mentorship, constructive activities, leadership development, and meaningful alternatives to negative influences. Through sports, character education, conflict resolution, emotional awareness, and community engagement, BAC works to help young people develop self-discipline, make responsible decisions, and resolve disagreements peacefully. By strengthening relationships with caring adults, families, schools, and community partners, the program promotes safer communities and helps young people build productive, violence-free futures.
- LocationWhitehaven neighborhood Memphis, TN
- Date09/05/22
- CategoriesYouth, Violence Prevention
Encouraging Youth Sports
Sports and athletics participation transforms lives in the short and long term
BAC understands the impact of athletics and how sports transform lives by turning athletic ability into life opportunities. BAC provides opportunities for our youth to participate on numerous athletic teams including dance, football, cheerleading, basketball, rugby, track, etc. in a fun, safe, and communal environment.
- LocationWhitehaven neighborhood Memphis, TN
- Date09/05/21
- CategoriesYouth, Sports