About Us – Focus 21

About Us

Who We Are

Founded by Dr. Terrance Berry in 2015, Focus 21 Foundation is committed to transforming youth through mentorship, accountability, education, and holistic wellness. Our primary focus is Health & Wellness, including mental health awareness, anger management, and emotional growth.

We integrate counseling, fitness, yoga, meditation, and life coaching to help young people strengthen mind, body, and spirit. All staff and board members will be fully certified in life coaching, yoga instruction, fitness, and anger management, ensuring excellence across our programs.

What We Do

The Five Characteristics of a Man is Focus 21 Foundation’s signature mentoring initiative and is based on research that youth who are self-aware, socially responsible and globally aware have a higher earning potential than their counterparts. Data shows that boys and young men of color, regardless of socio-economic background, are disproportionately at risk throughout the journey from their youngest years to college and career. Through strong relationships with Focus 21 Foundation mentors, the impact of the challenges these youth face can be mitigated and their strengths and the strengths of their communities, families, and cultures can be drawn on to bolster their potential for success.

Through partnerships with corporate, community and religious leaders, volunteers are selected to conduct small group mentoring session where youth are encouraged to share their life’s struggles and successes. Each participant is guided through a self-reflection exercise where they identify their inner strengths and skills needed to accomplish their passions.

Who We Serve

During the 2018-2019 school year, Focus 21 Foundation has conducted 18 sessions to reach over 350 youth ages 8-18 throughout the metro areas. 320 of these youth were high schools students; connecting with teenagers in a positive, authentic environment that empowers them to speak their truths and learn healthy relationship skills. 87% of the youth and young adults are in single parent homes, exhibit behavior issues, are targets for gangs and are promising athletes. We work with their schools to help them excel in the academics, athletics and life. Our workshops cover following areas: Self-Empowerment, Drug and Gang Prevention, Money Management & Investing, Family and Friends Awareness, Living a New Normal – Don’t Fear failure and Entrepreneurship.

Our Philosophy

We teach youth to FOCUS: Follow One Course Until Successful—a principle that builds discipline, resilience, and confidence, guiding participants to remain committed to their goals through every obstacle.

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Our Impact

Our mission is to create meaningful, lasting impact in the communities we serve. With the support of dedicated team members, volunteers, licensed counselors, and professional partners, we provide evidence-based solutions and mentorship that transform lives and empower youth to shape the future of their communities.

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