Mission
The Preston Mitchum, Jr. Foundation is dedicated to addressing the crippling effects of poverty and violence on at-risk youth in our society. We seek to educate, empower and provide a vision of a brighter future for these youth through after-school programming and community-based services.
The Preston Mitchum, Jr. Foundation is dedicated to addressing the crippling effects of poverty and violence on at-risk youth in our society. We seek to educate, empower and provide a vision of a brighter future for these youth through after-school programming and community-based services.
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Action Plan
The Preston Mitchum, Jr. Foundation will accomplish this mission by providing after-school career awareness programs in elementary and middle schools; using the media (television and radio) as both a communication and technical training tool; and sparking the engagement of individuals in the community to give of their time, talent and resources. |
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Background & Vision
The Foundation came to life in light of the vision of Preston Mitchum Jr., a ABC2 NEWS television journalist who witnessed the crippling effects of poverty, violence, and drug abuse on our children and families each day. It has also sparked his passion to encourage others to make a difference in our community. The Preston Mitchum Jr. Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization dedicated to providing people the opportunity to donate their time by volunteering for donation drives, youth initiatives, and making financial contributions for organization projects.
The Foundation came to life in light of the vision of Preston Mitchum Jr., a ABC2 NEWS television journalist who witnessed the crippling effects of poverty, violence, and drug abuse on our children and families each day. It has also sparked his passion to encourage others to make a difference in our community. The Preston Mitchum Jr. Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization dedicated to providing people the opportunity to donate their time by volunteering for donation drives, youth initiatives, and making financial contributions for organization projects.
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Recent News!
Feb 1 - PMJF recognizes CAP Students as Members of the Month
Nov 1 - PMJF announces its 11th Annual Holiday Drive.
Aug 1 - PMJF announces the 2nd Annual Essay Contest winners!
Jul 1 - PMJF recognizes Robert Holder as Member of the Month
May 5 - PMJF announces its 8th annual Back to School Campaign
Mar 5 - PMJF announces 2nd Annual Essay Contest
Mar 1 - PMJF recognizes Mindie Flamholz as Member of the Month
Jan 4 - PMJF recognizes Bobbi Perlman as Member of the Month
Jan 10 - PMJF thanks you for your support in 2010!
Oct 23 - PMJF announces its 10th Annual Holiday Drive. Please considering supporting families in need! See our Giving Back section, donation form, or flyer for more information.
Oct 10 - PMJF introduces Carnival Cruise Lines as a new sponsor! Thank you for your support!
Oct 1 - PMJF recognizes 95.1 SHINE FM as Member of the Month
Sept 9 - PMJF thanks you for yet another successful School Supply Drive! Please see photos from the Back to School Rally!
Aug 2 - PMJF announces the 1st Annual Essay Contest winners!
July 15 - PMJF recognizes Dawntria Hudnall as Member of the Month
June 30 - PMJF announces its 7th annual Back to School Campaign
May 1 - PMJF recognizes Kim Grant as Member of the Month
May 1 - PMJF Essay Contest begins
Apr 1 - PMJF recognizes Domino's Sugar as Member of the Month
Mar 1 - PMJF recognizes Tom Groff as Member of the Month
Feb 10 - PMJF announces 1st Annual Essay Contest
Jan 13 - PMJF featured in the Examiner
Dec 8 - Safeway Foundation awards grant to PMJF
Oct 19 - PMJF founder nominated for Citizen of the Year as part of Perry Hall Halloween Parade
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