Project Pneuma

05/08/2025

Dear Friends:
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request your consideration of becoming a life-changing donor to Project Pneuma. If you are looking for a gift for Mother’s Day to honor or memorialize the woman or women who impacted your life, consider a donation to projectpneuma.org today.

Founded in 2014, Project Pneuma is an award-winning and evidence-based organization that works longitudinally with boys in grades 4-8 who are experiencing social-emotional, and mental health challenges, and high rates of truancy and school suspensions due to conduct and impulsive actions/outbursts.

The mission of Project Pneuma is holistically into the boys we serve by challenging them intellectually, strengthening them physically, nurturing them emotionally, and uplifting them spiritually.

The need for funding is more critical now than ever. Most of the schools our boys attend are Title I (low income). With federal education cuts and an increasing number of young men eager to join Project Pneuma, we are seeking private contributions to sustain programming and expand our community reach.

We are currently serving over 100 students, many of whom lack essential support systems, live in incredibly distressed neighborhoods, suffer from a disproportionate number of adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and endure food and housing insecurity. We provide after-school services Monday – Thursday.

A typical three-hour after-school session includes administration of our Social Emotional Learning Curriculum, transportation (we pick up and drop off) for multiple host sites, a healthy meal, mental health support, yoga and mindfulness training, deep breathing techniques and focus drills, martial arts, physical fitness and field trips. We also provide in-school support to monitor behavior, attendance, and build a consistent presence with the boys.

We are endeavoring to raise $1,000,000.00 for 125 very deserving boys to have a better opportunity at life. Our yearly cost per student is $8,000 -an infinitesimal expense compared to the annual cost of $399,805 to incarcerate one boy at the Department of Juvenile Justice.

We are extremely grateful for our 11-year partnership with the Baltimore Police Department and the number of cadets we have worked with throughout that time. Most recently, the cadets and the Project Pneuma students gathered for our yearly fitness challenge and thoroughly enjoyed meeting these remarkable young boys!

Your generosity helps us provide these vital services to our amazing boys. Your gift demonstrates to our students that they have community support as they face challenges. Please consider making a life- changing donation to support our mission. You can donate online at www.projectpneuma.org;, by mail: at Project Pneuma, 25 W. Fayette Street, 6th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21201.

Thank you for considering my request. Your generosity and compassion will make a significant difference in the lives of these young men.

With Gratitude,
Damion Cooper, CEO & Founder

05/01/2025

Project Pneuma is grateful for all of your support. Whether volunteering at our Fitness Challenge last week, making an investment in our work, or supporting us with your service, please know it does not go unnoticed.

We wanted to share an interview from Fox National News that highlights why we at Project Pneuma, believe so strongly in our Mission and Vision and why your partnership is critical to serving boys in grades 4 through 8. It takes a community working together to succeed.

I hope you can watch the interview and feel free to share your thoughts.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1naH8wmGED3LS6niGnTwdKidxPwxx0o_h/view?usp=drive_link

If you would like to make a gift or volunteer visit projectpneuma.org

04/22/2025

INTENTION. INTENSITY. INTEGRITY. IMPACT.

This isn’t just a mantra—it’s the presence of Dr. Lamman Rucker.

Actor. Educator. Activist. Entrepreneur.

And this week—Champion for our youth in Baltimore.

Dr. Lamman is in town supporting Project Pneuma, an organization close to his heart. A program rooted in emotional intelligence, mindfulness, and the empowerment of young boys.

And NBCUniversal is taking notice.

They're spotlighting Project Pneuma's life-changing work—and helping to amplify the message and mission of the organization.

We are so fortunate to have Dr. Lamman’s support.

He’s not here for a photo op.

He’s here for the follow-through.

A man of faith. A man of mastery. A man on a mission.

The world knows him as a star. Project Pneuma sees him as a brother.

And with Project Pneuma, he’s building legacy—one breath, one boy, one future at a time.

Join us tomorrow at 4:30 p.m. Middle Branch Health & Wellness Center. If you can't be there, consider making at gift at projectpneuma.org.

04/21/2025

It's that wonderful time of the year again when Project Pneuma, the Baltimore Police Department, and Under Armour come together for our annual Fitness Challenge. Our boys will be having a fun filled competition against the police officer trainees of Class 25-01. Come out and show your support.

Project Pneuma partner and ambassador, actor Lamman Rucker , will also be a special guest. This will be a great time to see Project Pneuma in action; especially if you've ever wanted your son, grandson, nephew, or school to be a part of our organization.

We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday as we together for our sons!
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04/14/2025

Dear Friends

As we gather with family and friends this weekend to celebrate Easter, a season of renewal, hope and new beginnings please consider a gift to Project Pneuma.

Project Pneuma serves young males in grades four through eight in Baltimore City Schools with opportunities to grow. We challenge them intellectually, strengthen them physically, nurture them emotionally and uplift them spiritually. We teach our young men the art of forgiveness, self-control and discipline while exposing them to a new world with endless possibilities.

Partner with us in our Mission by making a gift today Donation - Project Pneuma and show these remarkable young men that hope, and opportunities can last a lifetime, not just a season. Your generosity means so much to those we serve.

Thank you and please enjoy this wonderful season with your family.

Damion Cooper, CEO


https://projectpneuma.org

03/27/2025

The mission of Project Pneuma is to breathe new life holistically into the young men we serve by challenging intellectually, strengthening them physically, nurturing them emotionally, and uplifting them spiritually.

Help us continue to proactively into these amazing boys with a life-changing investment. Consider becoming a monthly donor. Your donation is tax-deductible and it will go a long way to increasing the trajectory of their lives.

www.projectpneuma.org






Baltimore Police Department
Under Armour
Signal 13 Foundation in Baltimore
Baltimore City Public Schools
Players Coalition
Inspire Change

03/26/2025

As we continue to celebrate Women’s History Month we could not move forward without recognizing Project Pneuma’s own, Carolyn Mozell, COO. After an extensive career as a public servant, Carolyn became the first woman to serve as Chief Operating Officer of Project Pneuma. As a strategist, connector, advocate, and clarifier, she spends her day ensuring the team has the resources and support needed to deliver and sustain Project Pneuma's programs with care and excellence. She oversees core operations and equips the leadership team with the tools and guidance to cultivate a workplace where staff feel valued, find purpose in their work, and perform at their best. All of the expertise Carolyn provides, enables our young boys to see the kindness and amazing leadership skills that women possess. Thank you, Carolyn, you are a shining example of women making history each day. .

03/24/2025

As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month we want to recognize and thank our female Board members, all remarkably strong women who work in leadership roles crossing all industries. On behalf of everyone at Project Pneuma and especially our young men, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for sharing your wisdom, time, and treasure. You are each remarkable examples and are definitely leaving an impression on our young boys to the strength and commitment of your dedication to our Mission. Thanks Dr. Martha James, Alaina Beverly, Esquire, Kara Dunston, Dr. Gina Merritt, MBA, and Stacey Ullrich. , .

Project Pneuma provides young Black males in the fourth through eighth grades from Baltimore City Public Schools with the opportunity to grow.

03/21/2025

From the mouth and heart of a Project Pneuma Mom. I truly thank the Signal 13 Foundation in Baltimore for this great partnership.

"I want my boys to grow up trusting police," says Rita Jones whose two boys are participating in the Pneuma program. The Signal 13 Foundation in Baltimore is providing scholarships for her two boys, AJ and Elijah, to go through the Project Pneuma program, which focuses on emotional and social health and building mutual trust and respect between Baltimore Police Department and the communities they serve.

I'm so pleased to be joined by two Project Pneuma Signal 13 Scholars, AJ and Elijah, along with their wonderful mom, Rita, to talk about the Project Pneuma p...

03/12/2025

As we celebrate Women's History Month, Project Pneuma is honoring those women who lead us, educate and inspire us every day. Here are some thoughts from the young men of Project Pneuma on those women who inspire them.

03/06/2025

Parents can be the No.1 positive influence in their children’s lives.

Three things parents can do to continue being positive influences in their children's lives include bonding, boundaries, and monitoring.

What methods are you using to positively impact your child?

02/27/2025

Dear Friends,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request your consideration of becoming a monthly donor to Project Pneuma.

As you know, the need for funding is significant. The majority of schools we serve are Title I (low income) schools. With potential federal education cuts and an increasing number of young men eager to join our program, we are seeking private contributions to ensure we can continue serving these young men and expand our community reach.

Your monthly support enables us to provide vital services, including social and emotional learning development, positive relationship building between young men and law enforcement, and mental health support. Your gift demonstrates to our students that they have support as they face challenges.

Please consider making a monthly donation to support our mission. You can donate online at projectpneuma.org.
Thank you for considering our request. Your compassion and kindness can make a significant difference in the lives of these young men.

Damion Cooper, CEO



https://projectpneuma.org