THE PROBLEM
Most children living in mobile home park communities in the US are not growing up to become flourishing adults. This is a result of many factors including lack of access to positive adult relationships and the lack of basic academic, social and emotional skills needed to succeed in school and in life. As a result, they're stuck in the status quo of surviving rather than thriving.
THE SOLUTION
But there is a solution - a better way forward that's centered on what we call the 5 Ingredients to Flourishing. We believe that God desires for all people to thrive. But what does that look like? Scroll down to learn more about what we believe a flourishing human being looks like.
What guides us
Three simple truths shape every relationship, lesson, and conversation at our community centers.
God loves me.
God loves others.
God created me for a purpose.
The 5 Ingredients to Flourishing
Over years of walking alongside kids and families, we've discovered five key ingredients that help young people grow into the adults God created them to be.
Relationship with God
Every child needs to know that God loves them, God loves others, and that God has a plan for their life.
Multiple Positive Adults
Every child needs regular, meaningful time with the adults in their lives: parents, teachers, coaches, pastors, Path staff, and more.
Strong Reading Skills
Every child needs to become a confident reader. It's the foundation for all future learning and achievement.
Social and Emotional Skill Development
Every child needs the social and emotional skills to thrive beyond the classroom. Character is key to a lifetime of flourishing.
Vision for the Future
Every child needs to see what's possible. New ideas, people, and places expand their view of who they could become.
We operate community centers inside mobile home parks where children experience the love of Christ through positive relationships and intentional weekly programming. At our community centers we offer programs that are designed using research-based best practices and are led by certified teachers and youth development specialists who serve alongside incredible volunteers. Through partnerships with park owners, schools, businesses, churches, parents and other non-profits we're able to offer on-site programs that help kids become flourishing adults.
Become a program volunteer
We work together with others to share the love of Jesus in a practical way with kids.
Become a church partner
We partner with churches who have a heart for the community and the next generation.
Become a business partner
We connect with businesses for impactful community engagement.
Communities
The Year It All Began
Kids Impacted Each Week
States: Georgia & Tennessee