Root2Fruit Youth Foundation

Root2Fruit Youth Foundation Root2fruit youth foundation is creating a village of young seekers, thinkers and doers.

Root2Fruit Youth Foundation is a community based non-profit organization dedicated to serving Chicago's youth. The organization has earned the love and trust of the youth in its very own Austin community. Through creative initiatives that demonstrate an understanding of positive reinforcement and life skills we are shaping well- rounded productive young adults.

I build the next generation of leaders and then put them in position to do just that LEAD. You all have watched me raise...
05/29/2026

I build the next generation of leaders and then put them in position to do just that LEAD. You all have watched me raise these young people via social media for years. Now come and learn how to GET ACTIVE with them.

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CHICAGO… ARE YOU READY TO GET ACTIVE? For 3 powerful days, we’re bringing together youth, residents, leaders, creatives,...
05/27/2026

CHICAGO… ARE YOU READY TO GET ACTIVE?

For 3 powerful days, we’re bringing together youth, residents, leaders, creatives, organizers and changemakers from across the Westside and beyond for an experience rooted in action, strategy, healing and community transformation.

ROOT2FRUIT PRESENTS:

PROTECT OUR HOOD: THE ACTIVATION

June 12–14, 2026
ALT_ 5645 W. Corcoran Pl
Chicago, Illinois 60644

This is not a conference.
This is a live demonstration of what happens when community becomes an action word.

Over the course of 3 days, participants will experience:

Youth-led community activation
Safe Zone philosophy
Real conversations around safety & ownership

Whether you’re a parent, organizer, educator, nonprofit leader, artist, student, policymaker, or resident this experience is for YOU.

Registration is NOW open-https://app.betterunite.com/root2fruit-protectourhoodtheactivation

05/23/2026

Chicago… this is what happens when the community stops waiting and starts ACTIVATING.

: The Activation is officially loading.

3 days of education, activation, culture, wellness, movement and real STRATEGY in action. This is NOT a conference. This is a live demonstration of what happens when people choose to protect the hood together.

ALT_ | Austin, Chicago
June 12–14, 2026
Featuring the Peace Runners 773 Juneteenth 5K

🎟️ REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY, MAY 26TH

Are you ready to get ACTIVE?

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05/11/2026

Have you ever wondered how we have been able to gather the youth and train them to create their own unique safe spaces?

Want to learn the philosophy behind the ASAP Safe Zone and the success of Root2fruit Youth Foundation?

Save the date details will be dropping this week. I promise this is like nothing you’ve ever seen 💯.

Let’s get ACTIVE

Have you ever wondered how I have been able to gather the youth and train them to create their own unique safe spaces? W...
05/11/2026

Have you ever wondered how I have been able to gather the youth and train them to create their own unique safe spaces?

Want to learn the philosophy behind the ASAP Safe Zone and the success of Root2fruit Youth Foundation?

Save the date details will be dropping this week. I promise this is like nothing you’ve ever seen 💯.

Let’s get ACTIVE

05/04/2026

I don’t move fast just to be seen.
�I build slow so it lasts.

After 5 years of developing this work, I sat down with trusted partners and advisors to share the Village Building Model.

This isn’t about scale.
�It’s about depth.
�It’s about doing it right.

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I really thank God for allowing me to be a part of these young men’s lives all these years. Some things you just can’t p...
03/10/2026

I really thank God for allowing me to be a part of these young men’s lives all these years. Some things you just can’t put a price tag on. Building a community is one of them.

This is what happens when you invest in people, not just policies. 67% less crime. One powerful model. The ASAP Safe Zon...
12/19/2025

This is what happens when you invest in people, not just policies. 67% less crime. One powerful model. The ASAP Safe Zone. They can’t ignore us the proof is undeniable!

Closing 2025 on a high note 🙌🏾
12/11/2025

Closing 2025 on a high note 🙌🏾

Meet Our 2025 Root2fruit Holiday Soirée Honorees!We’re celebrating FOUR incredible leaders who pour into our youth, our ...
12/10/2025

Meet Our 2025 Root2fruit Holiday Soirée Honorees!

We’re celebrating FOUR incredible leaders who pour into our youth, our families, and our Westside community:

Join us as we honor their impact and raise funds for Ruby’s Roses ❤️

Get your tickets: https://givebutter.com/R2FHolidaySoiree
Dec 18th — Don’t miss this celebration!

WestsideLove RubyRoses SupportTheMission

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