We Are The Teachers - WATT

09/25/2026

Help Turn a Historic Church into a Home for Hope In the small c… Mildred Young needs your support for Restore a Church. Revive a Dream. Empower Our Youth.

09/16/2026

We are grateful for your support in continuing the Legacy of Samuel Henry Young.

09/07/2026

09/02/2026

With heavy hearts, We Are The Teachers, Inc. mourns the passing of Samuel Henry Young, a faithful supporter of our mission and a generous benefactor of the restoration of Whittico Memorial Presbyterian Church.
Samuel believed deeply in what this historic church could become—a place once again filled with purpose, hope, and opportunity. His generosity and support helped advance our vision to restore Whittico Memorial as the future home of the We Are The Teachers Youth Development Center, where generations of young people will learn, grow, and discover what is possible for their lives.
Samuel may not be here to see the restoration completed, but his hands, his heart, and his belief in this vision will forever be part of its foundation.
We extend our deepest condolences to his family and all who loved him. We will honor his legacy by continuing the work he believed in.
Rest well, Samuel. The light you helped preserve will continue to shine. 🕊️
Changing the world, one child at a time.
In lieu of flowers... The family has requested donations be made to We are the Teachers Inc PO Box 24 Northfork, WV 24868.

07/05/2026

It's summer time...and that means it's time for " Camp in a Box". Fun activities, age appropriate books to read (courtesy of Reconnecting McDowell), snacks and creativity is the focus. Week 1 of Camp in the Box is underway. Camp in a Box is an annual summer program to keep the kids in McDowell county engaged with empowering activities... We thank the McDowell County Commission and Mrs. Clovia Thompson of Fort Washington, MD for their generous support of Camp in a Box 2026.

07/02/2026

The blessings keep flowing...

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

The Restoration Continues at Whittico Memorial Presbyterian Church! 🌱
What was once a cornerstone of faith in our community is steadily being transformed into something equally powerful—a place where hope, opportunity, wellness, and community can thrive for generations to come.
As part of the vision of We Are The Teachers, Inc. (WATT), the historic Whittico Memorial Presbyterian Church is being renovated into a Youth and Community Empowerment Center serving the residents of McDowell County.
We are excited to share some of the progress already underway:
✅ A brand-new roof has been installed
✅ A new entrance door has been added
✅ A new gutter system is in place
✅ Floor repairs have begun
✅ Water line and plumbing replacement projects are underway
✅ Interior and exterior painting is planned
✅ Window replacement and painting is complete.

And perhaps one of the most exciting additions is the development of a community garden, sponsored by Reconnecting McDowell. This garden represents more than fresh fruits and vegetables—it is an investment in healthier living, a response to chronic health challenges that affect many families in our region, and a place where neighbors can come together, work side by side, and strengthen the bonds that make communities thrive.
As the aging windows are refurbished, I am reminded of this thought:
"If the eyes are the windows to the soul, then these windows may represent the soul of this community."
For decades, these windows have witnessed the hopes, dreams, struggles, and triumphs of the people of McDowell County. Soon, they will look out upon children learning, families gathering, neighbors growing food together, and a community investing in itself once again.
This restoration is about more than repairing a building. It is about restoring pride. It is about creating opportunities. It is about preserving our history while planting seeds for our future—both literally and figuratively.
To everyone who has volunteered, donated, partnered, prayed, and believed in this vision, thank you. Your support is helping transform a historic church into a center of hope, wellness, education, and community empowerment.
Whittico Memorial Presbyterian Church
We Are The Teachers, Inc. (WATT)
"Changing the world, one child at a time." :::