Harold Barefield

Leadership Public Schools (LPS) in Oakland, CA, is a tuition-free public charter high school dedicated to preparing 100% of its graduating students for success in college, career, and community leadership. With a focus on providing a small and safe school environment, LPS offers an excellent education supported by caring and experienced teachers and administrators. Recognized as one of the best high schools in the United States by U.S. News & World Report, LPS boasts a 98% graduation rate and 92% of graduates completing the A-G requirements. The school fosters a diverse community where students from various backgrounds come together with a common goal of academic achievement and personal growth. Generated from the website

Youth Bar in Oakland, CA, is dedicated to providing a nurturing and secure environment for latchkey kids and marginalized communities, offering a range of programs that promote financial empowerment, mental health, nutrition, and holistic healing through creative arts. By serving as a third space beyond school and home, Youth Bar aims to support personal growth, challenge stereotypes, and foster positive change within the community. Generated from the website

E.C. Reems Community Services, founded in 1989 and granted nonprofit status in 2012, is committed to advocating for community members and addressing their educational and mental health needs, particularly within the African American population. Through culturally competent programs like the Live Life Well Project, the organization aims to support individuals in reentry, promote self-sufficiency, and reduce recidivism. The organization offers programs such as "Far Above Rubies," which assists women post-release from prison, and "Point Man," that supports young men and fathers. With a focus on long-term participation, E.C. Reems Community Services collaborates with public and private organizations to provide impactful and humility-driven services to the community. Generated from the website