Who We Are

Equity Ambassadors Foundation provides assistance to ensure that economically disadvantaged young people in the state of Virginia, as well as in other southern and eastern states, not only survive but thrive. To do this, we design and provide programming aimed at empowering and/or enhancing the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of young people throughout the year.

Community Adoption

We've adopted the St. Luke’s Housing Community which is the largest subsidized housing community in Henrico County, VA serving over 1000 Henrico County Public School students.

Foster Care

We provide valuable support, resources, and opportunities to enhance their well-being, education, and future prospects, empowering them to thrive despite the challenges they may face.

Literacy

We strive to enable young people to become critical readers, informed learners, and active participants in recognizing and valuing African American contributions to society.

Empowerment Programming

Structured after-school educational program designed to foster personal empowerment, resilience, and well-being among participants.

How We Help

Our foundation develops outside-of-school curricula that foster student agency, and our charitable endeavors are directed towards addressing social inequities by specifically serving marginalized groups that are not widely acknowledged to include adolescents in foster care, young parents residing in subsidized housing, and communities with historically low literacy rates. We work to ensure they have the capacity to thrive, not only survive.
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Why We Help: Information & Data

Agency: Agency encompasses individuals' ability to make choices, set goals, and take actions that contribute to their academic and personal growth; it is characterized by autonomy, self-direction, and empowerment, allowing individuals to become active participants in their own education rather than passive recipients of instruction.
%
of low-income 4th-graders
read below grade level and are 4x more likely to drop out of high school with low adult literacy being linked to a $230 billion increase in health care costs owing to lack of awareness.
%
of children in public housing
live below the federal poverty line, compared to 55% in low-income rental homes and 21% outside public housing.
%
of foster children graduate
from high school, 47% of former foster youth pursue post-secondary education after aging out, 21% have a Bachelor's degree, and 50% of 18-25-year-olds are employed.

Our Board Members

Our foundation is fortunate to have a passionate and committed board of directors who guide our mission and drive our impact forward. Get to know the individuals who generously volunteer their time, expertise, and resources to support our cause. Each member brings a unique set of skills, experiences, and perspectives to the table, enriching our organization and empowering us to achieve our goals.
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President
Monica Manns
Board Chair
Carla Strothers Durr
Member
Jimmy Robinson
Member
Alton Coston
Member
Ava Pope

Upcoming Events

Join us as we embark on a journey of empowerment and community engagement through our upcoming events! From informative workshops, inspiring seminars, and community funds of knowledge, there's something for everyone.
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Latest News

Discover the latest happenings and exciting updates from our organization! From groundbreaking projects to community success stories, our news section keeps you informed and inspired.
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