Welcome to Children of the Promise, Inc. Our purpose is to provide hope and healing to families through programs that minister to the mind, body, and soul. We inspire change through our educational, social, religious, vocational and outreach programs that change lives and change communities.
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Girls in 3rd - 5th Grade are invited to join this mentoring program in Richmond, VA. Students who attend Overby Sheppard Elementary School and Barack Obama Elementary School or who are homeschooled in the North Side Richmond Area make up the Central Chapter. In 2021, My Sister's Keeper (MSK) began accepting participants from New Jersey and Georgia. MSK was formed to build healthy self esteem, create unity and harmony amongst young girls, eliminate bullying and competitiveness, and empower young girls with the Word of God. Our 10 month program kicks-off in February each year and ends with a culminating ceremony in December of each year.
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2022 Pearls at their Coronation Celebration on
December 17, 2022
Pearls enjoying the Kick-off and Paint Party at the Northside Richmond Library.
"What I like about the My Keeper's Mentoring Program is it has helped me to love myself more and learn how to be a good friend." Pearl Ariyanna
"My Sister's Keeper Mentoring Program has taught my daughter to be more confident in herself and move beyond her comfort zone." Ms. Brown
Pearl Ambassadors:
Students who complete 1 season of the My Sister's Keeper Mentoring Program and who are in Middle School or High School may enroll in the Pearl Ambassador Leadership Program. Pearl Ambassador's provide leadership to their fellow Pearl's and earn community service credit hours for participating in workshops and participating in monthly MSK meetings.
Lunch and Learn Mentoring Program:
Lunch and Learn was organized to inspire and equip 4th graders with tools that will foster healthy self-esteem, foster healthy relationships amongst girls, women, and their peers, and teach conflict resolution that will inspire them to have healthier relationships and improve the school climate. Lunch and Learn is currently a partnership between Overby Sheppard Elementary School and Children of the Promise, Inc. Students meet during their lunch time with their peers, the school counselor, and a member of our team to learn valuable lessons that aid in their growth and development. To find out how we can partner to bring Lunch and Learn to your school, please contact us at cpromiseinc@gmail.com.
Be a guest mentor:
Are you an entrepreneur, professional, or leader in your field and you have a passion for impacting the next generation? If so, sign-up to be a guest mentor for one of our many monthly mentoring meetings. Our guest mentors have inspired future leaders who are changing the world. We are currently looking for mentors to discuss topics covering health and nutrition, fitness, finances, entrepreneurship, etiquette, community service, and career development. Whatever your passion, share it with us!
You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.”– A A Milne
2019-2020 Members of the Lunch and Learn Mentoring Program with Ms. Davis-Dunn.
Mrs. Nichelle Wilson, Licensed Nutritionist, speaks to our Pearl's about Health and Nutrition in our March 2021 Workshop Series.
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Lunch and Learn Mentoring 2
Lunch and Learn Mentoring 2 is a mentoring program for 4th grade male students. This program was designed to foster communication, anti-bullying, and teach conflict resolution amongst males. This program is a partnership between Overby Sheppard Elementary School and the Nu Psi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
VOLUNTEER
If you are interested in volunteering as a mentor or to assist with our programs, please contact us at cpromiseinc@gmail.com.
2018-2019 Lunch and Learn Mentoring Program Award Ceremony at Overby Sheppard Elementary School.
Why Mentoring is Important?
Mentors serve as a thought partner for students on their academic journey and help empower students to become autonomous learners and agents of their own change. They express understanding of students' aspirations and fears, and support their success by acting as an advocate for students' best interests.
Oct 25, 2017 https://www.edweek.org/leadership/opinion-why-every-student-should-have-a-mentor/2017/10
“Change the world by being yourself.”– Amy Poehler