Next 1 Up

Next 1 Up We're a not-for-profit company operating in Ponca City, Oklahoma. Our 2024 Goals:

1. We do not provide any professional mental health services or advice.

Next 1 Up is dedicated to prioritizing mental health awareness and fostering positive change in the community, with a specific focus on empowering the youth of our communities. We are focused on mental health and well being in youth and young adults, while challenging everyone to create positive change in their community. Raise $15,000 for Youth Initiatives: Expand our fundraising efforts to raise

$15,000, enabling us to support a broader range of youth-focused programs.

2. Enhance Hygiene Support: Extend our impact by providing essential hygiene items to even more students, ensuring their health and well-being.

3. Empower Through Haircuts: Continue boosting confidence by offering access to haircuts, promoting self-esteem and positive self-image.

4. Broaden Scholarship Opportunities: Increase scholarship offerings to support a diverse range of self-esteem building programs, including cooking, STEM, art, and other skill-building activities.

5. Deepen Mental Health Initiatives: Strengthen our commitment to youth mental health with targeted initiatives and partnerships with local mental health professionals.

6. Promote Wellness: Expand our "Look Good, Feel Good, Be Good" initiative to reach a wider audience, promoting overall wellness and self-care.

7. Leadership Development: Actively encourage and support leadership development among youth, fostering a sense of responsibility and initiative.

8. Community Engagement: Increase community engagement by participating in a variety of volunteer work and community service projects.

9. Inspire Positive Change: Continue inspiring positive change by empowering individuals through passion, compassion, and dedication to community improvement.

10. Sustainable Growth: Work towards sustainable growth, expanding our reach year over year to positively impact more lives in our community. Next 1 Up is dedicated to creating awareness and building connections between local programs, schools, and the community. Our mission is to empower individuals to become advocates for mental health, driving positive change and fostering a culture of understanding and support. Through empowering initiatives, we encourage individuals of all ages to lead, act, and inspire positive change in their communities. We prioritize mental health awareness while encouraging everyone to take action for positive change regardless of the cause. We believe that by embracing the values of leadership, action, and inspiration, individuals can create a lasting impact and become the driving force for a better future. Challenge yourself to step up, take action, and inspire others with your commitment to making a positive difference. Together, we can create a world where mental health is prioritized, where communities thrive, and where each individual's potential for impact is realized. Are you ready to be the NEXT 1 Up?


*Next 1 Up organizes and promotes fundraising activities solely for the purpose of raising funds to support mental health initiatives.

👏 Congratulations to our Next 1 Up board member, Andrew Simmons, on graduating from the 39th class of Ponca City Leaders...
05/08/2026

👏 Congratulations to our Next 1 Up board member, Andrew Simmons, on graduating from the 39th class of Ponca City Leadership!

Your dedication to serving and strengthening our community is inspiring, and we are proud to have you as part of the Next 1 Up team. Thank you for continuing to lead by example and invest in the future of our community and its youth.

We can’t wait to see all the great things ahead for you. Congratulations, Andrew! 🎉

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚At Next 1 Up, we are dedicated to prioritizing mental health awareness and fosteri...
05/04/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚
At Next 1 Up, we are dedicated to prioritizing mental health awareness and fostering positive change in our community—especially by empowering the youth we serve.
Mental health matters at every age. By starting conversations, showing support, and breaking the stigma, we can help the next generation grow stronger, more confident, and more resilient.
Check in on someone. Speak up. Keep going.
Together, we can make a difference. 💚

Last night our best friends with the  Ponca City Trailblazers Rotary Club hosted the 2nd best fundraiser this community ...
04/26/2026

Last night our best friends with the Ponca City Trailblazers Rotary Club hosted the 2nd best fundraiser this community has to offer. They graciously donated one of their auction items with all proceeds going to Next 1 Up. We are humbled to have such a generous and supportive partner. Thank you!

Healing doesn’t always happen with words. Equine therapy gives grieving youth a safe space to connect, express emotions,...
03/24/2026

Healing doesn’t always happen with words.
Equine therapy gives grieving youth a safe space to connect, express emotions, and rebuild trust—one gentle moment at a time. Through the bond with horses, they find comfort, confidence, and a path forward.

We are so excited to announce our partnership withNext 1 Up to bring back our Equine Youth Therapy sessions! Thanks to the generosity of Next 1 up, we can help more youth in our community by offering Equine Therapy sessions throughout April.

Know a young person who could benefit from equine therapy?
We’re here to help them heal, grow, and find comfort through connection with horses. Reach out today to learn more about our programs and how to get started.

Contact us to sign up! 580-762-9102

We’re honored to be featured and even more honored to support something so meaningful.Partnering with Hospice of North C...
03/19/2026

We’re honored to be featured and even more honored to support something so meaningful.
Partnering with Hospice of North Central Oklahoma, Inc. to help create an equine therapy program for youth at New Life Trails Ministries is close to our hearts. We believe in the power of connection, healing, and giving back to our community 💙

We couldn’t be more excited for this event!
03/15/2026

We couldn’t be more excited for this event!

We’re grateful to Next1Up, a nonprofit dedicated to uplifting youth in our community, for sponsoring the Pack the Pantry Talent Showcase and helping support students through school food pantries. It’s always powerful to see organizations working together to create opportunities and support for the next generation.

Interested in sponsoring this event and supporting food pantries at Ponca City Public Schools? Sign up here: https://forms.gle/CNNNJWgBDZTkweUa9

All sponsorships must be completed by March 16.

Where do you rep your fav N1U shirt?
02/09/2026

Where do you rep your fav N1U shirt?

12/25/2025
🍂Wishing you a blessed and joyful Thanksgiving! 🦃We’re thankful for the students, families, and supporters who help Next...
11/27/2025

🍂Wishing you a blessed and joyful Thanksgiving! 🦃
We’re thankful for the students, families, and supporters who help Next 1 Up live out its mission each day.
May your homes be filled with peace, gratitude, and grace.

We’re looking to partner with a local dentist or dental practice who shares our mission of proactive youth support.We’d ...
11/06/2025

We’re looking to partner with a local dentist or dental practice who shares our mission of proactive youth support.

We’d love to collaborate on providing toothbrushes, toothpaste, and dental hygiene items to schools, expanding our reach and reducing costs so we can help even more kids.

If you or someone you know would be interested in teaming up, drop us a message or email [email protected]

Thank you!

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Ponca City, OK
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