Since day one, Real Champions, Inc. has stood by a powerful promise—to start earlier, go deeper, and stay longer. We believe every child deserves a champion, someone who walks beside them from the very beginning, breaking down the barriers that could stand in the way of their success and happiness.
And because of you, we’ve been able to do just that.
As we step into 2025, we are growing like never before.
At the start of this year, we expanded from 50 to 55 children.
By February, we aim to include 67 children.
By June, we hope to welcome up to 83 children, depending on Charleston’s waitlist.
With this growth, we’ve brought on incredible new leaders to strengthen our mission.
Cierra Witter-Jenkins & Julian Mitchell
Our new Program Directors, are ensuring deeper connections between schools, parents, and mentors.
La’Shana Jenkins-Webster, La’Tristan Grimes, & Tyler Harrell
Our newest Advocate Mentors, bring expertise in technology, military service, and mental health—providing well-rounded, life-changing support.
We saw this impact firsthand at Summer Camp:
In Jasper County —
Despite transportation challenges, every child was seen each week, enjoying cooking classes, art, water days, and trips to Savannah for bowling and skating.
In Charleston County —
We customized summer programming to meet family needs, offering library trips, fire museum visits, picnics, and playground time—ensuring no child went without both enriching experiences and basic necessities.
Thanks to our committed Advocate Mentors:
89% of our children now receive direct in-classroom support, twice the amount of time offered by similar programs. Our goal for 2025? 100%.
Each child participated in at least six special experiences—from ice skating and candle making to dining instruction, bowling, and hockey games. This year, we aim to double that number.
None of this would be possible without YOU.
Your generosity and belief in our mission changes lives. You help us create brighter futures for the children of Real Champions, Inc.—giving them the tools, support, and experiences they need to thrive.
As we look to 2025, we invite you to continue this journey with us. More children are waiting for their champion. Will you be the one to step up?
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