Teens With a Purpose

08/27/2026

A Move Maker is a young person who refuses to let challenges define their future.

They lead. They create. They speak up. They help others. They turn difficult experiences into purpose and inspire others along the way.

Help us recognize a deserving young person between the ages of 13 and 18.

Submit your nomination: A Move Maker is a young person who refuses to let challenges define their future.

Submit your nomination: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOmKrqPEJlTvlJSuERPSTrqqjY2Yv1KYAUW2PEmcqa31Ta9Q/viewform?usp=dialog

08/26/2026

Teachers, counselors, coaches, and school leadersyou see young people doing remarkable things every day.

Who is the student who keeps showing up? Who encourages others? Who has found the courage to use their voice? Who is growing into a leader right before your eyes?

Nominate them for a 2026 Move Maker Award and help us celebrate their journey.

Submit a nomination bySeptember 30th https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOmKrqPEJlTvlJSuERPSTrqqjY2Yv1KYAUW2PEmcqa31Ta9Q/viewform?usp=dialog

08/25/2026

THE TWP GALA IS BACK!

For 30 years, Teens With a Purpose has created spaces where young people are seen, heard, supported, and empowered to bloom.

Join us for TWP Gala: Together We Bloom. The Annual Move Maker Fundraiser is Celebrating 30 Years of Creative Youth Development an unforgettable evening honoring our history, celebrating our young people, and investing in the future of TWP.

The evening will feature the 2026 Move Maker Awards & Adam Haylock Scolarhip, inspiring youth performances, powerful stories, community recognition, and celebrating young people whose courage, resilience, and quiet victories deserve to be seen.

🗓 Friday, November 6, 2026
⏰ 6pm
📍 Slover Library, Norfolk
🎟 Tickets and sponsorships: https://givebutter.com/c/2026TWPGala
Save the date and prepare to bloom with us!

08/25/2026

MOVE MAKER NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN!

Do you know an extraordinary young person who is using their voice, creativity, leadership, or resilience to make a difference?

Teens With a Purpose is accepting nominations for the 2026 Move Maker Awards & Adam Haylock Scholarship! Selected youth will be honored during the 2026 TWP Gala: Together We Bloom on November 6th

Nominate a young leader today: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOmKrqPEJlTvlJSuERPSTrqqjY2Yv1KYAUW2PEmcqa31Ta9Q/viewform?usp=header

Deadline: September 30, 2026

08/25/2026

Cultivate Your Calm Healing Circle

Take a breath. Release the pressure. Make space for yourself.

Creating a safe, supportive space for young people and adults to slow down, express themselves, connect with others, and practice tools that support social-emotional wellness.

Through guided reflection, creative expression, and meaningful conversation, we’re reminding youth that rest is powerful, healing is possible, and they do not have to carry everything alone.



RSVP here-
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDtAVppUJ504FKo9KqCdzw8hIKYdLKhAXWRr_AgBWxaMZUwA/viewform?usp=header

08/25/2026

An amazing summer with the greatest gifts our community has - our youth. In this Behind the Mask activity, youth explored true identity versus stereotypes.

08/24/2026

🎒 Happy First Day of School!

To every student beginning a new year: walk in with confidence, lead with kindness, use your voice, and make room to bloom. We are proud of you and excited for all you will learn, create, and accomplish!

Wishing our students, families, teachers, and school staff a safe and successful school year!

08/18/2026

07/28/2026

Lights, camera, community! Excited campers visited WAVY TV 10 for a tour and learned about career pathways, media and broadcasting.

Teens With a Purpose is creating a powerful ecosystem of care where young people can lead, create, heal, and thrive.

Thank you for helping us shine a light on the power of youth voice and safe community spaces! 💚

07/27/2026

Community is Healing. Ubuntu Rising is a culturally centered, holistic space and approach that weaves together creativity, movement, storytelling, and diasporic wellness practices. Tap in to peace and meet us at the next Ubuntu!