Over the years, there has been a significant decline in after-school/summer programs that youth in Chicago are able to benefit from. Many youth aren’t being challenged, nor are they given proper avenues to explore extracurricular activities. G.O.A.L.S. Inc. was created to provide youth with opportunities and experiences that they might not receive elsewhere.
Our missionG.O.A.L.S. Inc. is a non profit organization that strives to be a catalyst for change in the lives of at-risk and underprivileged youth ages 8-18. We desire to provide young people with experiences and interactions that will enhance their perspectives and foster hope.
Our goalOur goal is to equip children socially, culturally, emotionally, and academically through traveling the world, local excursions, the introduction of foreign language and creative expression through the arts. Via mentorship and social-emotional interactions we will build confidence and self-esteem that will allow our G.O.A.L.S. youth to flourish.
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We Encourage Growth and community
G.O.A.L.S. Inc. is committed to fostering partnerships with the community and prioritizing growth. Through collaboration and engagement with well known organizations such as Panera Bread’s End of Dough Program and The Roots and Shoots Foundation. We are also a certified Camping Leader through the Forest Preserves of Cook County and a National Geographic Certified Educator. G.O.A.L.S. aims to create sustainable initiatives that address key issues and promote positive change with our youth.
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"There remains a very significant need for organizations such as Get Out and Learn Something. Your organization has expanded its work and has demonstrated an ongoing positive impact on the lives of our youth and community at large."
- Danny K. Davis , Member of Congress, IL - 7th District
Message from the ceo
Greetings,
We appreciate you taking the time to visit our site. We hope in doing so, you are able to share in our vision or this organization. Vision is where G.O.A.L.S. Inc. was birthed. Diligence is where it will succeed.
In the summertime of 2015, I had the pleasure of working for a non-profit organization that serviced middle-school students. It was one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve encountered, and it ignited a fire within me. The value of the lessons I retained and revelations I received were priceless. In being privy to working with this organization over the summer, I gained greater insight on the desires and needs of minority youth. It placed in me, a drive to serve youth. It was then that my desire to inspire hope and become a voice for youth was born. I envisioned an organization which enabled youth to travel the world, obtain necessary life skills, foster their talents, while altering the impression impoverished communities can leave on our youth.
In March of 2017, I was blessed to be able to implement my dream and watch it grow into a reality. With the help of my co-founder and Board of Directors, G.O.A.L.S. Inc. has begun to flourish. My vision is coming to pass before my eyes, and has taken root, however we need your support to continue to grow. We encourage you to stay abreast up upcoming G.O.A.L.S. Inc. events.
Omari Davis
Chief Executive Officer
We appreciate you taking the time to visit our site. We hope in doing so, you are able to share in our vision or this organization. Vision is where G.O.A.L.S. Inc. was birthed. Diligence is where it will succeed.
In the summertime of 2015, I had the pleasure of working for a non-profit organization that serviced middle-school students. It was one of the most rewarding experiences I’ve encountered, and it ignited a fire within me. The value of the lessons I retained and revelations I received were priceless. In being privy to working with this organization over the summer, I gained greater insight on the desires and needs of minority youth. It placed in me, a drive to serve youth. It was then that my desire to inspire hope and become a voice for youth was born. I envisioned an organization which enabled youth to travel the world, obtain necessary life skills, foster their talents, while altering the impression impoverished communities can leave on our youth.
In March of 2017, I was blessed to be able to implement my dream and watch it grow into a reality. With the help of my co-founder and Board of Directors, G.O.A.L.S. Inc. has begun to flourish. My vision is coming to pass before my eyes, and has taken root, however we need your support to continue to grow. We encourage you to stay abreast up upcoming G.O.A.L.S. Inc. events.
Omari Davis
Chief Executive Officer
Our Programs
Culinary Arts
Culinary ArtsCulinary Arts is an exciting field. G.O.A.L.S. participants learn safe cooking practices, food and sanitation fundamentals, and a plethora of recipes. Chefs from all over the Chicagoland area come and share their techniques with G.O.A.L.S. youth.
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ARTISTIC EXPRESSION
Artistic ExpressionArt youth explore a plethora of techniques ranging from acrylic painting to sculpting and more!
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MUSIC
MusicG.O.A.L.S. Inc. provides instrument lessons for its band and orchestra. The Music department also houses the G.O.A.L.S. choir.
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THEATER
TheaterOur theater workshops are designed to cultivate the imagination and enhance acting skills. From improv to costume creation, to play writing and everything in between; G.O.A.L.S. youth get a real taste of what its like to put on a theatrical presentation.
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WORLD TRAVEl
World TravelG.O.A.L.S. Inc. was created to enable children to travel the world. We believe travel has a direct connection to success. Exposure to life outside of their communities will enhance their hope for the future. Through fundraising, grants, and donations we will assist youth in broadening their horizons.
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LIFE/LEADERSHIP SKILLS
Life/Leadership SkillsAlong with travel, G.O.A.L.S. Inc. desires to introduce our youth to skills that are valuable for living prosperous lives. Time management, finance, entrepreneurship, social emotional interaction, & career building are just a few of the many courses we offer through our Life/Leadership classes. We also take part in foreign language and cultural studies.
Prior to visiting a country, our goal is to equip our students with a basic understanding of the cultural and linguistic background for that region. 43 percent of the world is bilingual. Bilingualism not only has positive cognitive effects but it also provides a higher pay grade in a plethora of career fields. |
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FIELD TRIPS/EXCURSIONS
Field Trips/ExcursionsWe at G.O.A.L.S. believe that one of the best ways for youth to be able to learn is through experience. G.O.A.L.S. offers a number of field trips and cultural excursions that are designed to ignite self exploration and academic motivation.
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