Measuring What Matters
Our Impact
Jacob's Ladder Youth Foundation measures impact through the progress of youth, families, schools, and communities. The work is not only about hosting events. It is about helping young people stay connected to education, reduce negative system involvement, build confidence, strengthen family support, and gain exposure to positive pathways.
Impact That Can Be Seen, Measured, and Felt
Jacob's Ladder Youth Foundation measures impact through the progress of youth, families, schools, and communities. The work is not only about hosting events. It is about helping young people stay connected to education, reduce negative system involvement, build confidence, strengthen family support, and gain exposure to positive pathways.
500+
Youth served
25%
Reduction in Suspensions & Negative School Contacts
40
Improvement in Attendance & Engagement
30%
Reduction in Recidivism
40+
Youth Connected to Employment, College, Trade School, or Military
60+
Students Supported Through Academic Enrichment
100+
Youth Exposed to STEM, Trades & Career Pathways
75+
Youth Connected to Mentorship
15+
Schools & Community Partners
500+
Community Events Hosted
500+
Youth served
250+
Families Supported
Outcomes That Matter
Through reentry support, diversion programming, academic enrichment, STEM, trades, family engagement, and community outreach, Jacob's Ladder works to create real movement in the lives of youth and families.
As final data is confirmed, this page will continue to highlight outcomes such as reduced recidivism, improved attendance, grade promotion, graduation, career exposure, employment pathways, and stronger family engagement.
OUR PROGRAMS
Jacob's Ladder supports youth, families, and communities through education, mentorship, reentry support, diversion programming, STEM, trades, family strengthening, scholarships, and community outreach.
Juvenile Reentry and Diversion Programs
Helping justice involved youth successfully reintegrate into school, work, and community life. During this reporting period, our Juvenile Reentry Program served 20 youth.
84% did not have negative contact with law enforcement while in our program
68% attended school on a regular basis
82% participated in community outreach events
Diversion Program
Helping youth address behavioral challenges early through support, accountability, mentorship, and positive intervention before deeper system involvement.
Thrive Academy
A structured youth development program connected to reentry support, education, life coaching, and community-based intervention.
Academic Enrichment
Equipping students with literacy development, GED preparation, STEM, aviation, and drone training and certifications to prepare them for college, career pathways, and long-term success. During this reporting period, our Academic Enrichment Program served 50 youth.
All students advanced to the next grade level or graduated from high school
All students improved their overall grades
Six entered the U.S. Military
Eight students were accepted into college
STEM
Exposing youth to hands-on learning through technology, drones, aviation, robotics, filmmaking, music production, trades, certifications, and future career pathways.
Trade Career Academy and Junior Workforce Academy
Providing hands on workforce development, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship training to promote upward mobility and self-sufficiency. During this reporting period, our Trade Career Academy and Junior Workforce Academy served 25 youth.
Several participants secured seasonal or part-time employment
Many participants expressed interest in pursuing trade careers
Community Outreach
Supporting families and communities through food distribution, toy drives, back-to-school events, school supplies, holiday support, and local engagement.
Family Strengthening Program
Enhancing communication, accountability, and stability within families through evidence-based workshops. During this reporting period, our Family Strengthening Program served 10 families.
Increased parental engagement and participation
Improved family communication, conflict resolution, and overall household stability
Strengthened parenting skills, resulting in better youth behavior and decision-making
Our ongoing programs include:
• Juvenile Reentry and Diversion Programs: Helping justice involved youth successfully reintegrate into school, work, and community life.
• Trade Career Academy and Junior Workforce Academy: Providing hands on workforce development, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship training to promote upward mobility and self-sufficiency.
• Academic Enrichment Program: Equipping students with literacy development, GED preparation, STEM, and aviation to prepare them for college, career pathways, and long-term success.
• Family Strengthening Program: Enhancing communication, accountability, and stability within families through evidence based workshops. We partner with the Prince George’s County Health Department and Community Advocates for Family & Youth (CAFY) for this program.
As of December 3, 2025, Jacob’s Ladder has directly served more than 525 youth and families across its core programs, including Academic Enrichment (125 youth), Juvenile Reentry (62 youth), Diversion (128 youth), Trade Career (102 youth), Junior Workforce Academy (90 youth), and Family Strengthening (18 families). Through these programs, participants have reengaged in education, secured employment, and improved family stability, contributing to individual and community wealth.
Credibility
Approved Credible Messenger Program
Jacob's Ladder is an approved credible messenger program with Maryland's Department of Juvenile Services. This recognition reflects the organization's trusted role in working with youth, families, and community partners through relationship-based support and structured programming.
Annual + Semi-Annual Reports
Jacob's Ladder uses reports to highlight major programs, events, outcomes, stories, and milestones from throughout the year. Click any report below to open it.
Grant Awards & Recognitions
Community Partnership Grant
Community Partnership Grant
Grant
Hope in Action Anti-Violence Project Grant
Prince George's County
Grant
Smiles in Action Award
PepsiCo Foundation
AWARD
Community Recognition Award for Juvenile Re-Entry
Prince George's County Council – District 6