Drive Milwaukee

WHO WE ARE We are a newly formed non-profit sports organization serving at-risk youth of Milwaukee. Our mission is to tap into each individual’s natural athletic ability and passion for basketball and – through personalized sport instruction, performance training, and mentoring programs – introduce a premier athletic experience that inspires them to succeed beyond all limitations, and realize their greatest potential. The goal? Do whatever it takes to make significant, lasting changes in the lives of these kids. Of course, that means completing high school, entering college, earning a degree, and ultimately, playing professional basketball and returning to Milwaukee to inspire the next generation of youth. _________________________________________________ WHAT WE DO We offer programs that provide opportunities beyond what school and community can. ･ Access to training, instruction, and mentoring athletes receive ･ Mindfulness training and practices ･ Interaction with positive role models ･ Community service ･ A safe, respectful environment All programs are organized into three tiers of development and are designed to move kids along a continuum – each requiring higher levels of participation and commitment. ･ Tier 1 programs offer day camps, individual workout session and evaluations ･ Tier 2 programs offer after-school programs, individual/group workout sessions and evaluations, events ･ Tier 3 programs offer empowerment scholarships Of course, the best results come from the end of the continuum: empowerment scholarships. _________________________________________________ WHY WE MATTER Public schools are struggling, poverty levels remain high, and the constant presence of drugs, gangs, and violence continue to threaten safety. Milwaukee’s at-risk youth need access to something better. They need a way out. That’s where we come in. We've put together a new model that addresses these issues head on.