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Our Mission

Our mission is simple: help youth develop passion for purpose. We do this through out-of-school time initiatives that spark creativity and innovation.

Our Partners

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Youth Enrichment Programs.

After School Academy

Our afterschool programming gives youth a safe place to grow Monday through Friday. Our after school programming builds educational outcomes, character development, and a sense of belonging for youth.

Summer Programs

Our summer program keeps youth busy during the summer months Monday-Friday. Our summer months are packed with fun-filled activities, exciting field trips, and opportunities for youth to grow.

Just Us!

Just Us! is a joint partnership with NAZA, Johnson ALC, and the Wallace Foundation. This project focuses on 1 on 1 mentorships with justice-involved youth who are currently enrolled in alternative learning programs.

Why Afterschool?

 
  • Research shows that students that regularly attend afterschool programs are more likely to have better school attendance and show better academic performance.

  • Children gain a stronger sense of belonging after connecting to staff and peers that they trust and build relationships with.

  • We believe writing and reading should be fun. We use performing arts activities such as spoken word, song writing, film scripting, and other forms of arts to grow literacy skills in youth.

 

A better Nashville starts with a commitment to our youth.

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Make a donation.

Your support provides the seemingly simple things that mean everything to our youth.

CALEB ROGAN / FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Caleb is the Founder and Executive Director for the Rocklife. He is extremely passionate about building safe spaces for youth to learn and grow. Outside his passion for youth, he is a husband and father. To contact him please click here.