A Pathway of Success

Noelle Roldan

If Given a Chance is not a program to assist young people in turning their lives around. There are other amazing programs which exist to carry on that vital work. Our mission is to be a pathway of success for those young people who have overcome obstacles by changing the decisions they make and actions they take. We offer the doorway to college or training which will assist them in completing their journey.  We support them in breaking cycles of abuse, overcoming addiction, and leaving gangs.  Fear and violence are replaced with hope and success.

In this time of economic challenges, like many nonprofit organizations, If Given a Chance is struggling to fulfill our mission.Many, including the President of the United States, have said that the most important way to insure a successful future for our children is through education.  Help us provide this opportunity to these deserving young people. They are our future. They are our inspiration. They are our hope.

Enjoy the journey.

» Read about our recent awards dinner

Local nonprofit invests in teens trying to beat the odds
Chance of a lifetime

Society has systems in place, predominantly punitive, to catch youth who do not follow the rules.

But what is in place to help young people who make positive progress despite facing severe obstacles at home?

Not enough, which is why If Given a Chance was created. (more . . .)