"Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it." -Proverbs 22:6
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Facing real life challenges and trying to make ends-meet, he was expelled from school due to being tardy and missing classes. Markell then turned his attention to "the streets" and began selling drugs. His decision would eventually lead to violent events and incarceration. After going to prison twice and serving a total of three years behind bars, he knew that it was time to make a change.
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Mentoring is not only important but it is also needed. With your financial support, we are able provide quality mentorship and opportunities to young men.
JLJ Foundation assists in shaping the identities of men (young and old) through motivational speaking and mentoring programs.