Leadership Academy-Madison County

Girls Inc. of Wayne County is a pioneering girls' leadership program, dedicated to empowering young women to become strong, smart, and bold leaders. By providing a range of services and resources, they aim to equip girls to reach their full potential and effect positive change in their lives and communities. With a commitment to advocacy and education, Girls Inc. supports girls in developing skills and confidence necessary for future success. Their outcomes demonstrate the effectiveness of their programs, with a significant percentage of participants reporting active engagement in physical activities, aspirations for higher education, and the ability to tackle real-life challenges independently. Generated from the website

Strides to Success in a not-for-profit organization based in Indianapolis, Indiana. The mission of Strides to Success is to provide unique learning opportunities that strengthen and develop the lives of disadvantaged youth and youth with special needs. Programs and curriculum developed at Strides have been designed to give disadvantaged youth an opportunity to be successful through hands on activities. These activities allow youth to be fully engaged with their bodies and minds, in lieu of traditional classroom approaches, such as lectures. Strides programs and curriculum further engage youth by utilizing the field of Equine Assisted Learning ( EAL ). EAL uses the method of experiential learning while using the horse as a partner. The combination of teaching life skills alongside of academics helps these youth stay out of trouble, stay in school, and become successful and productive students. The farm setting and partnership with the horses allow youth to find their pathway to success in academics and in life. Strides to Success is proud to be a North American Riding for the Handicapped Association ( NARHA ) member certified center. NARHA sets program standards and safety guidelines for programs and certifies equine centers in the United States and Canada. Staff members have goen through certification training with the Equine Assisted Growth and Learning Association. All of the Leadership Program staff are certified equine assisted training specialists. Staff members are associated with the American Society for Training and Development. Strides to Success also offers consulting services, workshops, and custom curriculum development. For more information on Strides, please visit our Contact Us page via the left hand column or use the following contact information:

Madison County Community Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life for citizens of Madison County, IN by managing charitable gifts, grants, and scholarship funds. Through their administration of these resources, the foundation aims to support and uplift the local community, making a positive impact on the lives of those they serve. Generated from their website's infomationGenerated from their website's infomation