I is We Incorporated Gives Back!
Our Mission
At I is We Incorporated, our mission is to empower underserved, high-risk and/or at-risk youth through our Youth Empowerment: Lunch-n-Learn Program. We are dedicated to fostering a safe and nurturing environment where young individuals can develop essential life skills, and the resilience, to embrace positive decision-making. We relish in the fact that we can communicate, engage and cultivate the minds of the far often forgotten youth of our beautiful city. By providing L.O.V.E. ( Leading Others Valuing Everyone) & educational support, life skills and proper training etiquette, the ability to think critically. We aim to steering our youth away from gang- related activities, improve academic performance, and address food insecurity, ultimately fostering a brighter and promising future!
Reach One-Teach One
Cultivate. Harvest. Eat.
Youth Empowerment: Lunch-n-Learn Program
Making Positive Change Possible!
Location:Dixon Park 500 East Broad, Savannah GA, 31401
Hours: 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM Saturdays (Weather and Holidays may effect these hours.
Contact us for more info on program and workshop hours)
February 22, 2025 - November 22, 2025
Workshops provided:
1. Critical Thinking- Utilizing the Game of Chess:
Teaches strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills through chess.
Interactive Perception- Utilizing role-playing to engage the yout while showing them the power of perception.
2. Conflict Resolution:
Provides tools and techniques for managing and resolving conflicts peacefully.
3. Reading and Comprehension:
Enhances literacy skills, focusing on reading strategies and understanding complex texts.
4. Etiquette and Decorum:
Covers social manners, professional behavior, and proper conduct in various settings.
5. Health and Hygiene:
Focuses on physical, mental, and emotional health, promoting healthy lifestyle choices.
6. Money Matters:
( Basic financial literacy)
Additional Program Components:
1. Parental Workshops
•Offered once a month, focusing on topics such as parenting skills, stress management, healthy communication skills as well as resources available within the community.
2. Guest Facilitators
•Local professionals and community leaders share their expertise and experiences to inspire and motivate our participants.
3. Field Trips
•Visits to local businesses, museums, or cultural institutions to provide participants with unique learning experiences.
Reward Trips for those who show measurable improvement
4. Community Service
Opportunities for participants to give back to their community and develop leadership skills.
5. Program Evaluation & Feedback
Regular assessments to monitor participant progress and gather feedback to improve the program.
6. Graduation Ceremony
At the end of the 12-week program, participants and their families celebrate their achievements and growth with a certificate and a closing event.
Real World Readiness Class
Transforming Lives
Real World Readiness Class Outline for 14yo-18yo
Class Title: "Building a Strong Future: Real World Readiness"
Objective: To equip high-risk and low-risk youth with essential life skills and knowledge for a successful transition to adulthood and a brighter future.
I is We Incorporated's Community Service Initiatives
Making Positive Change Possible
I is We Incorporated Presents Our EVERYBODY Eats Initiative: feeding those less fortunate/ homeless regardless of race, gender, age, sexual orientation and/or religious beliefs.
Clean Park Initiative: It is important to us to foster a sense of community, empathy and the responsibility to maintain a safe and clean environment for ourselves as well as community members.
Healthy Harvest Initiative:
We make sure that our youth are getting the proper nutrients to help their bodies stay healthy and strong!
Lunch-Lifters Initiative:
On times of (normal) inclement weather, we deliver hot lunches and a learning activity to participants to ensure that we continue to curve hunger and malnutrition.
The HeartHeads'
Reading is Fundamental
I is We Incorporated presents....
The HeartHeads is a children's story that emphasizes the values of community, sharing, and education through engaging rhyming verse, reminiscent of the style popularized by Dr. Seuss. The book follows an African American family on a picnic where they meet neighborhood children, leading to a deeper engagement in community-building activities. The rhythmic structure and whimsical storytelling are akin to Seussian classics, making the book accessible and enjoyable for young readers. The book's emphasis on teamwork, critical thinking, and the importance of literacy and education aligns with traditional educational themes in children's literature. Its historical references to Carnegie Library in Savannah offer a culturally significant backdrop, further enriching the story's setting and appeal. Overall, "The HeartHead's" serves as an entertaining yet meaningful narrative that promotes important social and educational values in a playful and engaging format.
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Voyager Savannah, Daily Inspiration: Meet Alonzo Truitt
Saturday September 23, 2023
Voyager Savannah
Local Stories. September 3, 2024
Today we’d like to introduce you to Alonzo Truitt
Hi Alonzo, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
Growing up, I was blessed with a loving household, but the world outside my door was a different story—unforgiving and relentless. the streets and the pull of corporatized culture had a grip on me,
To read more,
https://voyagesavannah.com/interview/daily-inspiration-meet-alonzo-truitt
📚 Join us for an unforgettable launch at Our 2nd Annual Silent Art Auction and Celebration Dinner on Saturday, June 01, 2024❗....🌟Special THANKS to Lisa D Barnes for helping us make our dream come to life....❤️ So without further ado, I is We Incorporated Presents "The HeartHeads" Get your hands on our exciting New children's book that's fun and educational!
Don't miss out on a chance to help those in our community who need it most! Proceeds will go towards our Youth Empowerment: Lunch-n-Learn Program!
Buy "The HeartHeads" on Amazon.com now 📚
May 6th, 2024
We would like to thank all of our special guests and facilitators!
Special THANKS to our corporate lunch sponsors!
Mellow Mushroom, McDonald's
Taco Bell,
Zaxby's and Little Caesar's
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS- THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING I is We Incorporated!
2024
Lessons Learned: The Key to Non-Profit Program Evaluation
January 22, 2025
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We would like to Thank our 2024 sponsors!
SCAD Museum of Arts, McDonald's, Taco Bell, Zaxby’s, The Children's Theatre, Mellow Mushroom Pizza, Savannah Bananas, Paula Deen's Gift Shop, Little Caesar's Pizza, Leopold's Ice Cream, Lu Lu's Chocolate Bar, Target, Publix, Outback Steakhouse, iFly Indoor Skydiving, Carey Hilliards, Total Wine & More, Atlanta Botanical Gardens, Oriental Trading, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Carey Hilliards, Oriental Trading, Outback Steakhouse, Atlanta Botanical Gardens. Savannah Bananas
Contributors:
The Honorable Judge Tammy Stokes, The Honorable Judge Lisa Colbert, The Honorable Judge Crystal Harmon, Magistrate Vanessa Bailey, Assist. Director of Operations & Compliance Pamela Everett, Attorney at Law Stephanie Burgess, (Former Council Member Kesha Gibson-Carter, Dr. Ferrante Frazier, Yoga Instructor Atisha Pike- Vegan Delectables, Instructor Theresa Jamison- Savannah/ Hinesville Hair School, ONSE Engagement Marco George, Cytra Kinte-Parker & Xavier Kinte-Parker Bank of America, UMA Tre Singleton , Alpha Omega Kappa Lambda Military Fraternity George Jones and Chris Fullilove , Ms. Community Activist Ervenia Bowers, Photographer to The Stars Gianni Lenz, Tip Organization Angela Brantley, County Commissioner Aaron (Adot) Whitley, Greater Savannah Black Chamber of Commerce-Moncello Stewart, Volunteer Aneida Henry, Realtor Joan Johnson & Husband Supervisor for Waste Management Donnard Johnson, Program Director at ECHO, YWO Keiyon Williams
The Motivation Behind I is We Incorporated
Our Roots
My name is Alonzo Amon Truitt and in March 2021, durring the Covid pandemic, I is We Incorporated is a 501(c)(3), non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the well-being of high-risk and at-risk youth was born. My own journey from a troubled past as a high-risk youth, has fueled his passion for creating positive change in the lives of others facing similar challenges. Motivated by my own transformation, our vision is to provide a meaningful deterrent to violence and criminal activities among youth. Recognizing the critical role of education and nutrition in breaking the cycle of violence, I is We Incorporated launches its comprehensive Youth Empowerment: Lunch-n-Learn Program, with a core focus on violence reduction, education and fostering inspiration and guidance. Our profound understanding of the difficulties faced by underserved, high-risk and/or at-risk youth drives us to establish a safe and nurturing environment where children can find support and hope! Through mentorship, counseling, and skill-building workshops, our Youth Empowerment: Lunch-n-Learn Program
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Make a Nominal Difference Today!
Considering a partnership with I is We Incorporated?
We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, dedicated to empowering underserved, high/at-risk and/or underserved youth by providing a comprehensive program focused on nutrition, education, guidance, inspiration and life skill development!
Your support will enable us to continue making a difference in the lives of countless childrenand families and together, we can work towards breaking the cycle of poverty and violence, while creating lasting change in our community!
Sponsorship Opportunities Platinum Sponsor ($10,000+)
Prominent logo placement on our website, social media channels, and newsletters. Recognition as a Platinum Sponsor during special events and fundraisers.Opportunity to host a keynote address at one of our events.Invitation to attend and participate in program activities. Regular updates on the impact of your contributions.
Gold Sponsor ( $5,000 - $9,999)
Logo placement on our website, social media channels, and newsletters. Recognition as a Gold Sponsor during special events and fundraisers. Opportunities to host a workshop or presentation at one of our events.Invitation to attend program activities. Regular updates on the impact of your contributions.
Silver Sponsor ( $1,000 - $4,999)
Logo placement on our website and social media channels.Recognition as a Silver Sponsor during special events and fundraisers.Invitation to attend program activities.Regular updates on the impact of your contributions.
Bronze Sponsor ( $500 - $999)
Logo placement on our website. Recognition as a Bronze Sponsor during special events and fundraisers.Invitation to attend program activities.Regular updates on the impact of your contributions.
In-Kind Sponsor ( Goods or Services) Recognition on our website and social media channels.
Acknowledgments of your in-kind contribution(s) during special events and fundraisers.
Invitation to attend program activities.Regular updates on the impact of your contributions.
Your Sponsorship Makes a Difference!
Your generous support will help us:
Provide nutritious meals to students participating in our program.
Offer tutoring, mentorship, and life skills workshops to support academic success and personal growth, expand our outreach to more low-income families and at-risk youth, develop new partnerships with schools, community organizations, and local businesses, improve and expand our program facilities and resources.
Together, we can create a brighter future for the children and families in our community.
We look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with you and build a lasting partnership that benefits our shared mission!
To become a sponsor or learn more about our organization, please contact us via
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091262814690&mibextid=ZbWKwL
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/CwS2PY4u5cm/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==
Twitter: https://twitter.com/@iiswe726834
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iisweincorporated06102009
Donate through our paypal giving fund!
Paypal Donation Link below:
paypal.com/us/fundraiser/charity/4892564
Web: https://www.iisweincorporated.org
Email: Churchshoes@iiswe.net
Phone: (912) 689-5685 Mon-Fri Est.
Alonzo A. Truitt,
President, Founder, Executive Director
I is We Incorporated
Cultivate. Harvest. Eat. I is We
2303 Abercorn Street Savannah, GA 31401
