Circle of Impact
A consistent adult who listens, encourages, and helps a young person connect interests with real possibilities.
Trust comes first.Explore mentoring
PEOPLE. PURPOSE. POSSIBILITY.
Someone in
their corner.
A future in view.
Mentorship builds the relationship. Leadership builds confidence. Career pathways open the possibilities.
THE PURPOSE BEHIND THE WORK
Potential is everywhere.
Connection opens doors.
Every young person deserves people in their corner and a pathway in front of them.
Leadership & Academic Development Foundation brings together caring adults, families, schools, churches, and businesses to help boys and girls grow in confidence, purpose, and possibility.
Through mentoring, leadership development, academic encouragement, and career exploration, LAD helps young people connect who they are with who they can become.
Meet the work behind the missionTHREE PARTS. ONE PURPOSE.
Relationships that last.
Skills that travel.
Doors that open.
We connect personal growth with practical action, so young people can see a next step—and have support taking it.
Skills for real life
A nine-week learning experience that turns self-awareness, communication, and decision-making into habits young people can use.
Practice creates progress.Explore the curriculum
A future they can see
Career exploration connects strengths and curiosity with education, skilled trades, entrepreneurship, technology, and service.
Exposure expands possibility.Explore the pathways
THERE’S A PLACE FOR YOU HERE
One mission.
Many ways to show up.
Churches. Corporations. Neighbors. Professionals. Retirees. People who believe the next generation is worth investing in.
Churches &
faith communities
Connect a heart for service with a consistent presence in a young person’s life.
- Invite members to mentor
- Introduce LAD to ministry leaders
- Support youth learning and connection
Corporations &
local businesses
Connect your people, resources, and expertise with a young person’s future.
- Encourage employee mentoring
- Explore career talks and workplace exposure
- Sponsor learning and program resources
Individuals &
community members
You have something to offer: your time, your experience, your connections, or your generosity.
- Become a consistent mentor
- Share a skill or career story
- Give or introduce someone to LAD
BEFORE YOU TAKE THE NEXT STEP
A few good
questions.
Who does LAD serve?
LAD’s mission focuses on boys and girls who can benefit from consistent mentoring, leadership development, academic encouragement, and career exploration. Families and youth-serving organizations can contact LAD to discuss local opportunities and program fit.
How can I get involved?
You can mentor, share a skill or career story, introduce LAD to a school or community organization, or support the mission through giving. Individuals, churches, and businesses all have a place in the circle. Explore ways to get involved.
What does becoming a mentor involve?
Mentors commit to meeting twice a month during an academic year and complete required screening, orientation, and training before student contact. You do not need to have all the answers. A willingness to listen, learn, and follow through is a strong starting point. Learn about mentoring.
How can a church or business participate?
Churches can invite members to mentor and connect LAD with ministry leaders. Businesses can encourage employee mentoring, share career experience, explore workplace exposure, or sponsor learning resources. Find a role for your organization.
What do young people learn in the nine-week curriculum?
The curriculum covers identity, self-leadership, communication, conflict resolution, financial literacy and entrepreneurship, responsible AI use, career pathways, teamwork, and a final capstone. The ERA framework—Engage, Rearrange, Attain—connects reflection with practical action. Explore the curriculum.
Does career exploration focus only on college?
Young people explore several possible directions, including college and certificate programs, skilled trades, entrepreneurship, technology and creative work, public service, and the military. The goal is to connect interests and strengths with informed next steps. Explore the pathways.
Is LAD a registered nonprofit, and how can I give?
Leadership & Academic Development Foundation is an IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity, EIN 33-4222899. Gifts support LAD’s mission in mentoring, leadership learning, and career exploration. Give securely through PayPal or contact LAD about sponsorship and nonprofit documentation.
THE STORY BEHIND THE COMMITMENT
Discover David’s story.
In The ERA Is Now, LAD co-founder David L. Moore shares his journey from survival to stewardship—and the lessons in resilience, responsibility, and purposeful change that shape his commitment to others.
LET’S BUILD THE CIRCLE
A stronger future
starts with us.
OUR LEADERSHIP
David L. Moore · Co-founder & Program Director
Jasmine Moore · Co-founder & Secretary
Margaret Harris · Treasurer