Overview

YOUNG SAVANTS
Savant: A person of learning; especially: one with detailed knowledge in some special field (as in literature, mathematics, or basketball); wise through reflection and experience; characterized by prudence and good judgment

    MISSION

  • To leverage the energy our youth spend on basketball and educate them to harness this energy and redirect it into crucial areas of their lives
  • To provide students with the life and academic skills necessary to succeed beyond basketball and athletics
  • To advance the wonderful cycle of giving
    WHO DO WE SERVE?

  • A diverse group of boys & girls between the ages 6-18
  • Under served inner city youth 90 % of our participants are from Greater Boston
    WHY YOUNG SAVANTS?

  • Less than 10% of all college grads come from economically disadvantaged households
  • Basketball provides an opportunity for students to build positive, healthy, constructive, meaningful and lifelong relationships both on and off the court
    OUR PROGRAM’S FOCUS

  • Mandatory Study Halls
  • Dress for Success/Dress professionally
  • Annual College Campus Trip
  • Workshops, lead by trained professionals, on violence and substance abuse prevention
    OUR STAFF

  • Consists of people from ALL walks of life
  • Alumni, Volunteers, College Athletes
  • Professionals, Educators, Law Enforcement Agents
  • No staff member has ever received a stipend or salary
  • 100% of donations are put towards funding and expanding our programs!!
    WHY SUPPORT YOUNG SAVANTS?

  • We provide exposure to college campuses
  • We tackle childhood obesity
  • Mentoring, brotherhood, sisterhood
  • Students receive wellness training from experienced collegiate athletes, coaches, and trainers
  • Togetherness practiced during team meals, lunch, brunch, study halls, and dinner
    OUR VALUES

  • The importance of education and higher learning will always be emphasized
  • Young Savants will speak intelligently, dress for success, and learn job readiness
  • Students will be taught that they are “Built for Others”
  • We will work closely with students to help each one learn how to fulfill their goals and ambitions
    ANNUAL COLLEGE TRIPWE WILL REQUEST FROM COLLEGES…

  • Scholarships for 10-15 students to attend their team camp
  • Historical tours of campus and city
  • Lists of constructive, fun things to do while on the trip from a school liaison
  • Access to local hotels and car rental establishments
  • Room and Board
  • Tours of locker rooms and coaching areas, team meetings with coach and his/her staff
  • T-Shirts and hats as souvenirs
  • Picture sessions
  • Someone in admissions to speak to the team about what makes a strong, compelling candidate for admissions
    EARNING THE RIGHT TO GO ON TRIPS

  • A team GPA of 3.0 or higher
  • A community service team initiative project must be completed
  • No substance abuse
  • No legal entanglements
  • Demonstrate proper behavior in the classroom, at home, and at their place of employment
  • Participation in Team’s Fundraiser: The Young Savants Free Throw Shoot-A-Thon

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