New Mission Statement

Throughout this trial, there have been thoughts of quitting all together, but something about that doesn't seem right, or fair.

There have been some positive achievements throughout these four years, and moreover, there is so much more to do.  The City of Peoria is an example of what is happening all over our country.  People are fighting against each other, rather than cooperating.  Organizations with the same or similar missions are competing with each other, or acting antagonistically, or working in isolation.

What I learned from this project is that no one can do this type of work alone.  It truly takes a village.  So how can I continue, and expand the vision and work that has been established as I set out in this new direction.

I have had some growth and success in developing the youth programming.  This has been one of the core successes.  Our Conceptual Math Wizards is well established, and wanting to "go out" into the world.  Our Ambassadors of Kindness programming is fully fledged and has the potential to have such a positive influence on our youth who are seeking direction and purpose.  These we hope to continue and expand as the organization takes this turn.

Secondly, the issue of division, isolation and conflict is one that is well worth focusing on.  The need to work together to address the real and complex problems of the culture of Peoria is obvious.  This is something worth working towards.  This is worthy of attention: The fostering of unity and collaboration between the existing organizations.  

These will be the two new central components of our mission moving forward.