We Are HYPE’s mission is to support youth in both academic and athletic development within a safe, secure, and empowering environment. Through structured programs and meaningful mentorship, we create opportunities for growth, confidence, and long-term success—especially for youth who are under-resourced or at risk.
Why Our Mission Matters
Across Jacksonville, Florida thousands of youth face real and urgent challenges—poverty, limited access to education, and a lack of safe, supportive environments to grow and thrive. The numbers tell a powerful story: too many children are starting life at a disadvantage, and without intervention, the cycle continues.
Below are key insights into the realities facing under-resourced youth in our community—and why programs focused on mentorship, education, and structured activities are more than just helpful; they’re essential.
Below are key insights into the realities facing under-resourced youth in our community—
and why programs focused on mentorship, education, and structured activities are more than
just helpful; they’re essential…
Educational challenges
Impact of Education on Poverty: The poverty rate is significantly higher among those without a high school diploma (28.5%) compared to high school graduates (12.0%), underscoring the importance of educational attainment in economic stability
Youth Poverty in Jacksonville
Overall Poverty Rate: Approximately 15% of Jacksonville residents live below the poverty line, surpassing the state average of 12.3%.
Child Poverty: About 19% of individuals under 18 live in poverty, indicating that nearly 1 in 5 children in Jacksonville face economic hardship.
Need for Supportive Programs
These statistics underscore the critical need for programs that provide educational support, mentorship, and safe recreational activities to empower underprivileged youth in Jacksonville. That is where we come in…..
