09/02/2023
The letter MEA&J stands for my late Grandmother, Grandfather & Dad (Maryellen, Alfred & John). The Five0Nine represents the numbers of my Grandparents address & home (509) which majority of our family was raised in with MANY talents.
Purpose:
The Maryellen, Alfred, and John Five0Nine Foundation is an operation geared to assist and benefit the community by providing services that will ultimately enhance the lives of individuals by reaching school aged kids, young adults, and adults through Fine Performing Arts programs with an educational twist. Through these programs, we strive to build confidence, character, and experience that they will be able to carry with them into their next venture. We strive to reach the next generation of entrepreneur, creators, and innovators that will be able to give back to their community in the most positive and sustainable way.
Vision:
To awaken creativity, enhance life skills coupled with education and training in youth and young adults to foster thriving leaders that will be able to give back to their communities in the most positive and sustainable way.
Mission: To support young people and their communities through multidisciplinary arts expression, education, and creative reflection to celebrate their strengths, thrive while facing complex challenges, become leaders and entrepreneurs for businesses and awaken their dreams.
