Youth Development and ​Leadership

At the AJ Terrell Foundation, we are committed to enriching ​the educational and athletic experiences of Atlanta's youth ​through strategic partnerships that enhance support in ​schools and extracurricular activities. We have collaborated ​with the AthLife Foundation, a leader in promoting the ​academic athletic coach as a professional role in schools, to ​sponsor two academic coaches in high schools within ​Atlanta. Our goal is to increase this number, helping ​students learn to navigate not just sports but also the ​broader challenges of life. Additionally, our partnership with ​Camp HBCYouth allows us to contribute to the operational ​costs and program funding, helping to ensure that young ​people have access to enriching summer experiences on ​HBCU campuses. The foundation is also committed to ​supporting access to quality athletic equipment, enhancing ​sports programs and facilitating robust athletic ​development.

Community Support and ​Empowerment

The Community Support and Empowerment theme at the ​AJ Terrell Foundation reflects our deep commitment to ​enhancing the resilience of communities facing diverse ​challenges, including homelessness and economic ​hardship. Recognizing the importance of both supporting ​and initiating campaigns, our foundation actively ​contributes to and develops programs that provide ​essential resources to under-resourced families. We ​collaborate closely with local actors and community ​organizations who are on the front lines, aiming to amplify ​their efforts with our support and to introduce innovative ​solutions tailored to meet community needs. This dual ​approach of supporting existing initiatives and creating new ​ones ensures that our contributions are both impactful and ​tailored to the dynamic needs of the communities we serve.