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LEAP Forward, Inc.
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301.509.3872
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Students applying for scholarships, go to www.leapforwardscholarship.org.
LEAP Forward, Inc. is a
Our Dreams
"I Have a Dream . . . ."
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. – August 28, 1963
"Not everyone can be famous but everyone can be great because greatness is defined by service." — Dr. King (1929-1968)
Like Dr. Martin Luther King before us, Launching Educational Assistance Programs Forward, Inc. (LEAP Forward, Inc.) also has a Dream. A dream for our youth. Our life's mission is to help and guide our youth, and our goal is to provide them Hope and Opportunity.
Not too long ago our youth could depend on "the Village" to help them navigate life’s journeys. Time present, we seem to have lost the "caring" and "reaching back" of times past. LEAP Forward, Inc. was formed to stand in the gap and provide educational services for underrepresented youth in need of a "Village." We are paying it forward.
Our primary drive in 2001 was to address the decline in our nation of youth pursuing math and science education and careers. As engineers who happen to be African Americans, we are intimately aware of the gap that exists for African Americans and women. Due to the scarcity of youth in the pipeline aspiring to enter the profession, we want to give back to our community by sharing our knowledge, opening the doors of opportunities, and introducing possibilities. The potential for youth to enter careers in math and science is limitless especially since society is becoming more technologically dependent and needs competent and talented professionals. We need a generation of diverse youth (from underrepresented ethnic and cultural backgrounds) who are prepared to accept the challenges to engineer a world that is a better place for all of us. Though STEM was our initial focus, over our years, our mission has expanded beyond STEM. We dream of creating a critical pipeline of diverse talent that is prepared to answer the call of this nation because they are provided hope and opportunities. By providing access to programs and services; Out of a Mountain of Despair, we will hew out a Stone of Hope.
We touch dreams... Don’t let the dream die.
Our programs include:
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CASH NSBE Jr. 10 year anniversary a Big Success |
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Planning Committee worked hard to make this a memorable event |
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Charter members return to share their Success |
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CASH NSBE Jr. a student run organization |
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Thank you Advisors for your faithful service to our youth |
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Destined4Success – Our girls mentoring program at Calvert High School |
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Cultural Enrichment – Our History and Art exhibit that shares knowledge and information about the rich culture of African Americans |
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Check out the Scholarship Reception Program Book and Photos at: |
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July 23, 2023 Scholarship Program a big success. Fifty-seven scholarships awarded. |
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Our Story
Hope and Opportunities
In 1998, our Founder, Rhonda Thomas, saw a need to provide opportunities for youth to imagine a better future. Armed with hope, she arranged for area youth to travel to colleges and universities for college tours and financially supported our youth with college application fees, SAT/ACT exam fees, books and scholarships. As a public charity, established in 2001, Launching Educational Assistance Programs Forward (LEAP Forward, Inc.) as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization was birthed. Rhonda solicited the support of fellow engineers: Wilhemina, Conrad, Wilson, Maurice, Tim, Bobby and Burdette. They continue to help our youth pursue their educational dreams by providing hope and opportunities. LEAP Forward Inc. is named in memory of Mr. Wallace Lorenzo Leeper, an Outstanding and Dedicated Guidance Counselor who served at Calvert High School.
Read more about our 20-year journey here providing hope and opportunity to our youth. 2021 LEAP Forward Anniversary Program by Leap Forward, Inc. - Issuu
Our Mission
We believe in serving underrepresented youth from diverse ethnic backgrounds through personal mentoring and providing them with social and cultural enrichment activities to include (but not limited to) informational seminars, field trips, and educational support services that foster positive self-esteem, academic excellence and a comprehensive awareness of STEM career options.
Our Vision
Creating a Generation of L. E. A. P. E. R. S. - Learning Excelling Achieving Performing Exploring Rising Students
Our Core Values
Excellence * Dedication * Commitment
Excellence in All We Do
Dedication to our Youth
Commitment Abounds
How to Reach Us
Launching Educational Assistance Programs Forward, Inc.
LEAP Forward, Inc.
P.O. Box 373
Prince Frederick, MD 20678
Download: Brochure
Email: leapforwardinc@yahoo.com
Phone: 301.509.3872
Facebook: leapforwardinc2016
Twitter: @leapforwardleap
Instagram: #leapforward2
Reach out to a Board member: Rhonda Thomas, Conrad White, Wilson Ennis, Timothy Morsell, Maurice Irvine, Jessica Brooks, Michelle Brooks, Kimberly Thomas, Trayonna Hutchins, Riddicia Mackall, Jerrell Jones, Joseph Berry III, Keshia Capers, Triana Carter, Darlene Harrod and Honorary Member, Mrs. Peggy Leeper.
National Society of Black Engineers Jr. Chapter - Creative and Striving Hard to Succeed
Facebook: Calvert County NSBE Jr CASH
Email: cash_nsbejr@yahoo.com
Destined4Success
Email: d4successadvisor@gmail.com
How to Give
Cash App: $leap4ward
Federal Employees Combined Federal Campaign CFC#91127—Show Your Love
Check payable to LEAP Forward Inc., mailed to: LEAP Forward, Inc., P.O. Box 373, Prince Frederick, Maryland 20678
Paypal Giving Program: https://www.paypal.com/US/fundraiser/charity/2076131
Zelle: leapforwardinc@yahoo.com
Go Fund Me: https://gofund.me/d28f9b43
Show the Love with your CFC donation to #91127
Click to Download IRS Form 1023
IRS 990 Available Upon Request
This project was made possible by a grant from Maryland Humanities, with funding received from the Maryland Historical Trust in the Maryland Department of Planning. Maryland Humanities’ Grants Program is also supported by the National Endowment for the Humanities and private funders. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this website do not necessarily represent those of Maryland Humanities, Maryland Historical Trust, Maryland Department of Planning, or National Endowment for the Humanities.