our story
Creating hope for the future leaders through leadership, Service, and Scholarship
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Impactful minds was founded 2018 by Derrica Washington (Amour Destini) as senior in high school she enjoyed giving back to her community and being in service. This program was made in honor of Timothy Wimbush (Cousin of founder) a young man who strived for changed in life and to make a difference in community despite the circumstance and environment he was raised in he always believes in giving a youth a chance and inspire Derrica to create this organization to carry own his mission and legacy and build upon young minds in sort of success and greatness.
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"Your circumstance do not make you; your environment doesn't not define you; you past and Traditionals don't decide who you are; you chose to become greatness or you chose to settle"- Derrica Washington
We believe all young minds deserve an opportunity to better themselves and have the chance to create their future no matter their circumstance.
Our mission statement
We are Dedicated to empowering young minds to enhance their knowledge and skills, our organization is committed to fostering educational advancement for community impact. We advocate for social justice and equal opportunity, ensuring that everyone has access to resources for intellectual and leadership development through workshops and community service. Our inclusive approach serves individuals of all ages, emphasizing that one is never too old to make a meaningful impact.
Our vision
Our vision is to transform the learning culture, motivating young minds to stay engaged in education, transcending circumstances. We are dedicated to empowering both the community and families, fostering bold innovations, and inspiring the development of great leaders. Together, we aim to redefine the narrative around learning and open doors to limitless possibilities.
Our Programs
Strengthen our leaders.
focuses on mental health aspect of great leaders overcoming obstacles such as depression stress anxiety and more.
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Building our communities
focuses on community service collaboration and environmental services such as fresh food, serving the homeless and being of service to all and making an impact with each and every interaction.
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Standing for Justice
focuses respect and fairness and understanding of life cultural differences and how young leader can make impact through their knowledge and skill.
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Young Innovators
we have weekly to monthly workshops that focuses on skills that can help youth expand on their knowledge and skills and also personal development.
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