The Children SOAR, Inc.
SOAR - Strive, Optimistic, Achieve, Resilience
The Children Soar Inc. empowers Atlanta youth ages 7–18 who are at risk through mentorship, literacy, and leadership development—including our Back-to-School Drive, Juneteenth Panel Event, From Trouble to Triumph leadership program, and Stories that SOAR reading program—equipping students with essential resources to choose purpose, academic success, and positive life paths.
About Us
Established in 2022, The Children SOAR, Inc. is committed to fostering a brighter future for students in high-poverty areas by creating pathways to success and opportunities for growth. Through our programs—Stories That SOAR and From Trouble to Triumph—we empower students to overcome obstacles, build resilience, and reach their full potential, making a lasting positive impact on their lives.
Student Development
At The Children SOAR, Inc., our work extends beyond assistance to empowerment, focusing on developing critical life skills that help students overcome challenges and succeed.
Community Care
The Children SOAR, Inc. anticipates strengthening our community by empowering and engaging an exceptional group of students to lead with purpose.
Statistics
23%
Youth crime down 23% and violent crime down 46% in 2024, linked to expanded youth engagement programs.
46%
A significant portion of youth admitted to Georgia detention centers have mental health screenings and substance use issues, with about 46 % of youth assessed having used substances at least three times per month.
32%
Reading proficiency: 32% — slightly below the Georgia average (40%).
These figures represent proficiency rates on statewide assessments and show that less than one-third of APS students meet grade-level expectations in these core subjects.
The Issue
Students living in marginalized areas often face significant challenges, including exposure to trauma at home or within their communities. These experiences can impact their emotional well-being, academic performance, and overall development, creating barriers to reaching their full potential.
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Issue at School
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Issue at Home
The Children SOAR, Inc. is committed to STRIVING for excellence, not just within our own organization but also in the individuals we encounter, aiming to inspire greatness.
STRIVE
The Children SOAR 4 Point Vow
The commitment of The Children SOAR, Inc. is to instruct families on cultivating OPTIMISM during challenging times when many individuals might typically lose hope.
OPTIMISTIC
The Children SOAR, Inc. is dedicated to assisting students in drawing their dreams closer by fostering AMBITION, enabling them to accomplish their life goals.
ACHIEVE
The Children SOAR, Inc. is committed to instilling RESILIENCE in children, teaching them that success belongs to those who persist and fight for it, rather than those who give up.