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Planting Seeds of Purpose with Children and Families 🌱

⭐️ GOT GOALS! Giving Campaign
2025-2026

Love in Action: The GOT GOALS! Giving Campaign because every child deserves a champion. Every parent deserves support.Your tax-deductible gift strengthens youth, empowers families, and builds a healthier community.

Giving Tuesday marks our FIRST major fundraising effort as a certified 501(c)(3). 🎉 🎉 🎉
Your support TODAY helps us:

Launch the Parent Wellness Retreat in January 2026
Provide ongoing mental health & identity support to youth
Expand Power Assemblies into more schools
Offer year-round family support workshops
Increase warm coat distribution for winter
Bring creative arts, self-expression, STEM, and financial literacy to students

Your donation is fully tax-deductible.
Your kindness becomes a lifeline for a child or parent who needs support right now.

“At the first GOT GOALS! meeting, I was like… why are you asking me about college? I’m only in 6th grade! But after one session, I actually started thinking about it. By the next meeting, I already knew what college I wanted to go to.”
- 6th Grade GOT GOALS! Participant

What Your Gift Does

$25 – Supplies for youth workshops
$50 – A week of mental wellness curriculum
$100 – A parent’s spot in the Wellness Retreat
$250 – A full month of GOT GOALS! programming
$500 – Sponsor an entire classroom Power Assembly

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“I didn’t think college was for me. I had no plan and no confidence. You told me I could go to college — and I believed you. Now I’m graduating from Shaw University in Spring 2026.”

- GOT GOALS! Student, Class of 2026

WHY WE’RE HERE

GOT GOALS! Inc. empowers youth and families through wellness, mental-health support, education, creative arts, and leadership development.

We serve K–12 students and parents through high-energy Power Assemblies, parent wellness retreats, financial literacy, STEM enrichment, mental health tools, and programs that build confidence, identity, and lifelong resilience.

When you give to GOT GOALS!, you help ensure that every child feels seen, supported, and capable — and that every parent has a safe space to heal, breathe, and grow.

Our Grants & Community Partnerships

GOT GOALS! Inc. is honored to be supported by community partners who believe in our mission to uplift youth and families through wellness, education, and creative expression.

These collaborations strengthen our programs and expand our impact across Richmond and the Bay Area.

Current Grants & Partners Include:

• City of Richmond – ECIA Community Fund

• Chamberlin Education Foundation – Community Grants Initiative

• Coronado Elementary School Partnership

• Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. – Coat Drive Collaboration

• Dope Era Foundation – Holiday Food & Resource Events

These partnerships help us bring Power Assemblies, Parent Wellness Retreats, financial literacy, STEM enrichment, mental-health support, and creative expression programs directly to students and families.

Together, we are building stronger communities, one child, one parent, and one family at a time.

WHAT YOUR DONATION SUPPORTS

Youth Empowerment

Power Assemblies that build confidence, emotional wellness, and leadership
Creative arts + lyricism programs to uplift voice and identity
STEM and financial literacy enrichment
Mental health tools for managing stress and big emotions
College readiness and early A–G education

Parent Wellness & Healing

Parent Wellness Retreats (first retreat: January 31, 2026)
Inner child healing & reconnection
Mental wellness tools and emotional support
Communication, stress management, and family-strengthening strategies
Trauma-informed parent workshops

Community Care

Warm coat drives for kids and families
Culturally relevant book giveaways
Hygiene kits for our unhoused neighbors
School supply & backpack distributions

Your gift fuels real change — school by school, family by family, child by child.

WAYS TO GIVE

1. Give Now (General Fund)

Your gift supports all GOT GOALS! programs where the need is greatest.
CLICK LINK TO DONATE NOW:

2. Sponsor a Child or Family

Let your donation directly support a young person or parent in need.

Available sponsorships:

⭐️ Sponsor a Child – $25, $50, $100
⭐️ Sponsor a Parent Retreat Guest – $150
⭐️ Sponsor a Classroom – $250
⭐️ Sponsor a School Assembly – $1,000

3. Support a Specific Program

You may designate your gift to:

Youth Empowerment
Parent Wellness
Creative Arts/Lyricism
Mental Health Support
STEM Enrichment
Warm Coat Drive
Book Giveaway Initiative

4. Employer Matching

Double or triple your impact through your workplace!
Ask your HR department if your company matches charitable donations.

Monthly Champions

Monthly donors keep our work alive year-round.
Champions receive exclusive updates, early access to new programs, and invitations to special events.

$10/mo — Supporter: Monthly impact stories + name listed as a GOT GOALS! Supporter
$25/mo — Advocate: All above + early access to retreat & workshop registration
$50/mo — Partner: All above + invitation to quarterly Champion Zoom Roundtable
$100/mo — Champion: All above + recognition at events & annual report
$250/mo — Legacy Champion: All above + sponsor a child or parent for a full year

Monthly giving creates stability for children and families who depend on us.

Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities

Invite your company to stand with youth and families.
Sponsorships are tax-deductible and include high-visibility recognition across our programming.

Bronze Sponsor — $1,000

Logo on website for 6 months
Mention in Giving Campaign thank-you message
Certificate of sponsorship for display

Silver Sponsor — $2,500

All Bronze benefits

Logo displayed at Power Assemblies
Shout-out on GOT GOALS! social media
2 complimentary seats at the Parent Wellness Retreat

Gold Sponsor — $5,000

All Silver benefits

Logo featured on promotional materials
Sponsor recognition during retreat programming
Opportunity for corporate volunteers to participate

Platinum Sponsor — $10,000

All Gold benefits

“Presented By” naming option for one major program
Dedicated social media spotlight
VIP meeting with the Executive Director
Company featured in annual impact video

Diamond Sponsor — $25,000

All Platinum benefits

Year-round top-tier visibility
Exclusive program partnership
Custom corporate activation (STEM day, wellness day, school assembly, etc.)

Corporate sponsorship plants SEEDS that change entire communities.

IMPACT SNAPSHOT

200+ youth inspired toward college pathways
1,000+ backpacks filled with school supplies
Hundreds of warm coats provided to families
100+ hygiene kits delivered to unhoused neighbors
Culturally relevant books placed in the hands of young readers
New young emcees discovering their voice, power, and confidence
Parents healing their inner child to strengthen their families

This is love in action.

CLOSE & CALL TO ACTION

Your generosity helps build confident youth, empowered parents, and resilient families.

Thank you for believing in our mission.
Thank you for standing with us.
Thank you for pouring love into our community.

👉 Donate Now — Help Us Change Lives

Our Mission

GOT GOALS! Inc. empowers youth and families by providing mentorship, leadership development, educational support, and creative expression through culturally relevant, community-based programs. We are committed to fostering resilience, amplifying voices, and creating a safe, supportive environment where participants can heal, grow, and thrive.

Our Vision

Our vision is to build a vibrant community where every youth and family feels seen, heard, and valued. We envision a world where individuals are equipped with the tools, confidence, and support to set and achieve their goals—creating generational impact and breaking cycles of poverty, violence, and underachievement.

GOT GOALS! Inc.

Board of Directors & Leadership Team

Youth Mentoring

🌟 Youth Mentoring That Transforms Lives

At GOT GOALS! Inc., we don’t just mentor—we ignite purpose and fuel dreams. Our youth mentoring program is rooted in affirmation, identity, and access. Every session uplifts students with daily positive affirmations, builds esTEAM through social-emotional learning and creative collaboration, and introduces the real-life steps to college readiness and career discovery.

We don’t talk at students—we walk with them. Our mentors help young people:

Visualize their future with goal-setting and vision boards
Understand college requirements early and clearly
Meet real professionals in fields they dream about—from artists and engineers to therapists and tech creators
Speak life over themselves with daily affirmations like:

"I am supposed to be here."
"I am a warrior."
"I have something to contribute to this world."

This is more than a program...it’s a movement.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Audra “Golddie” Williams Edwards

Founder, Executive Director & Board President | Champion of Vision & Strategy
Golddie is the visionary Founder and Executive Director of GOT GOALS! Inc., and CEO of AGW Consulting Group, a minority, disabled, and woman-owned business committed to leadership empowerment and workplace equity.
She holds a Diversity & Inclusion Credential from Cornell University, a Harvard Leadership Development Certification, and a BA in Ethnic Studies from CSU East Bay. She is currently earning her MBA at UC Davis (Class of 2027).
A respected community leader, Golddie has served on multiple boards and has been honored with awards including a Congressional Recognition and the Outstanding Leadership Award from Supervisor John Gioia.
She leads GOT GOALS! with a deep belief that every child and every parent deserves a champion.

Marie King, MS

Treasurer & Finance Champion
Marie is a seasoned Strategic Operations Leader and Executive Consultant with more than 20 years of experience across healthcare and technology. She specializes in enterprise strategy, operational governance, budgeting, and organizational transformation.
She holds an MS in Management & Leadership, a BA in Organizational Management, and a Master’s Certificate in Project Management.
Marie has also served on multiple nonprofit boards supporting mental health access and youth advocacy.
She brings structure, financial clarity, and mission-driven accountability to GOT GOALS!.

Isaac Jones III

Chairman of the Board | Champion of Academics & College Readiness
Isaac is a rising thought leader in workplace equity and youth empowerment. He holds four associate degrees and is currently attending San Francisco State University (Class of 2027) to complete his BA and prepare for graduate studies.
He previously worked with State Superintendent Tony Thurmond on statewide education equity initiatives.
A Bay Area native and gifted mentor, Isaac leads GOT GOALS!’ academic success programming and supports teens navigating college pathways.

Azriel “Auzzie” Jones

Vice President | Legal & Policy Champion
Auzzie is a dynamic equity advocate with a strong background in student leadership and policy influence. She holds a BS in Criminal Justice from Sacramento State and is now in the Master’s Program at Sacramento State (Class of 2027) while also working at a law firm in preparation for law school.
Her leadership as President of the BSU elevated campus belonging and advocacy for Black students. A proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., she leads GOT GOALS!’ policy, legal readiness, and youth advocacy strategies.

Ne-Jhey Thompson

Secretary | Operations & Executive Support Champion
Ne-Jhey has 8 years of nonprofit housing/property operations experience and 4 years in tech project management. A proud Year Up Bay Area alum, she is passionate about serving marginalized communities and ensuring families receive stable, dignified support.
She supports GOT GOALS! with organization, structure, and compassion, serving as the Executive Assistant to the Founder & Executive Director.

Linda Cohen

Board Member at Large | Community Champion
Linda is a committed advocate for educational equity, youth empowerment, and community wellness, offering experienced support to the Board and programs.

PROGRAM CHAMPIONS & LEADERSHIP TEAM

Rose H. Ashford, MA, MS, MBA (Doctoral Candidate)

Mental Health Champion | Wellness Lead
Rose blends business strategy, counseling training, and culturally grounded community work. She serves as Treasurer & Community Liaison for the Bay Area Chapter of the Association of Black Psychologists (BAABPsi) and is a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., Golden Key Honour Society, Chi Sigma Iota, and GatherVerse Africa.
Rose leads GOT GOALS!’ mental wellness initiatives, ensuring youth and families have access to culturally affirming emotional support.

Alaya Gulley

Parent Academy Champion
Alaya is passionate about accessible mental health resources and culturally informed family support. She leads the Parent Academy with empathy, structure, and a commitment to helping parents reclaim their inner child and family wellness.

Ade Williams

Creative Arts Champion | Music, Dance, Poetry & Assemblies
Ade cultivates creative expression through songwriting, poetry, dance, and movement. She helps lead GOT GOALS!’ assemblies and arts programs, providing youth with a safe space to express themselves and build confidence.

Charlette & Charlene Richardson

Youth Engagement Champions | Cheer, Movement & Assemblies
The Love Love Twins, featured on The Jennifer Hudson Show, bring high energy and creativity to GOT GOALS!. They lead cheer camps, assemblies, movement workshops, and youth empowerment experiences.

Our Initiatives

Parent Empowerment Retreats

Our retreats are designed specifically for parents, offering rest, reflection, and resources in a safe, supportive environment. We believe that when parents are emotionally, mentally, and spiritually whole, their children thrive too. A joyful, balanced parent can create a more peaceful, present, and purpose-driven home life.Through workshops, wellness activities, and guided conversations, we help parents:Recharge and prioritize their own self-careBuild stronger communication and parenting strategiesRestore confidence in their leadership at home and in the communityBecause healthy parents build healthy families—and strong families build powerful communities.

Creative Programming

We use art as a tool for healing, expression, and empowerment. Programs include:🎤 RAP Academy – Teaching rhythm, rhyme, and real talk through lyricism and hip-hop culture.🎨 Visual Art & Poetry – Helping youth find their voice and vision through mixed media and spoken word.🎀 Cheer Camps – Building confidence, discipline, and teamwork through movement and performance.

College & Career Readiness

From GOT GOALS! vision boards to vocational planning, we help youth prepare for life after high school by exploring:College pathways, Trade careers, Entrepreneurship, Financial literacy, &

Life skills for adulting.

Community Engagement & Impact Events

GOT GOALS! Inc. is rooted in showing up for the community in practical, joyful, and meaningful ways. Through partnerships, pop-ups, and seasonal drives, we meet urgent needs while planting seeds of hope, pride, and connection.Our initiatives have included:

✅ Backpack & School Supply Giveaways – Equipping students with the tools they need to succeed from day one.

✅ Book Giveaways & Literacy Pop-Ups – Encouraging reading and imagination for youth and families.

✅ Warm Coat & Clothing Drives – Helping families stay warm and dignified during colder seasons.

✅ Collaboration with the 100 Tent Giveaway – Supporting our unhoused neighbors with shelter and compassion through this powerful partnership.

✅ Community Partnerships – Collaborating with local orgs, churches, and schools to amplify impact.

✅ Holiday Cheer Campaigns – Spreading joy with gift cards, meals, and family-centered events.

✅ Wellness Days & Pop-Up Resource Fairs – Offering mental health support, snacks, referrals, and services.

✅ Cheer & Movement Workshops – Promoting confidence, health, and self-expression through movement.

✅ Soulful Softball Sunday Collaborations – Encouraging intergenerational fun and community unity.We believe every act of service is a seed sown—and when we water our community with love, consistency, and resources, we all grow stronger.