Thrive Foundation

Founded in 1987, AMIkids Baton Rouge is a private nonprofit, staff-secure alternative education school in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Our alternative school works in collaboration with local school districts, emphasizing the improvement of student citizenship and increasing academic functioning levels. Referred youth receive alternative education because they are unable to perform within the public school system, have displayed disruptive behavior, are facing expulsion or have learning disabilities or emotional handicaps.AMIkids Baton Rouge uses the evidence-based, research-driven AMIkids Personal Growth Model in offering dynamic programs and comprehensive services to treat each kid's unique issues, primarily focusing on education, behavior modification, and treatment.Since 1987, AMIkids Baton Rouge has helped over 3,000 kids transform their lives and despite entering our program with prior offenses, 93% of our kids do not re-offend after graduating from our program. Our students return to their neighborhood schools, obtain their GED, or leave with a vocational certificate in-hand and/or placed in employment.Click here to learn how you can get involved to help us change lives and strengthen communities.

Front Yard Bikes is a community-focused bike shop in Baton Rouge, LA, dedicated to empowering youth from low-income families through hands-on learning experiences in bicycle mechanics, gardening, and welding. The organization fosters a safe and inclusive environment where participants can develop essential life skills while contributing to their community. Through various programs, including the Earn-a-Bike initiative and Friday Rides, Front Yard Bikes promotes academic accountability and personal growth, encouraging youth to become peer leaders and responsible citizens. By instilling values of responsibility, teamwork, and service, the organization aims to inspire the next generation of leaders in Baton Rouge. Generated from the website

The Walls Project is an artistic initiative based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, that focuses on enhancing public spaces through murals and community engagement. The organization hosts various programs such as the Futures Fund, Baton Roots, and the Afterschool Culture Club to foster creativity and collaboration within the local community. In addition to its local endeavors, The Walls Project also supports similar initiatives in other states, aiming to bring public art and cultural festivals to broader audiences. Events like the MLK Fest and Earth Day celebrations promote community involvement and art appreciation throughout Louisiana and beyond. Generated from the website