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Our Impact
Impact is the legacy.
What began with Coach Sean Wallace’s commitment to mentorship, service, healthy living and opportunity continues through every student reached, family supported and community strengthened.
Helping others is who we are and not just what we do.
Impact at a Glance
Real People. Measurable Progress.
- More than 5,000 students and families reached
- More than 200 youth mentored
- More than 20 health and wellness initiatives
- More than 20 civic engagement initiatives
- More than $10,000 in scholarships awarded
- 4 mission pillars
Numbers tell part of the story. People tell the rest.
Why Our Work Matters
The Need Is Real. So Is the Opportunity.
Young people across Louisiana are navigating gaps in economic opportunity, mentorship, wellness, and access to enriching experiences. These realities help shape where we focus our resources—and why sustained investment in young people, families, and communities matters.
Civic Engagement
1 in 4
Louisiana children live in poverty.
Annie E. Casey Foundation, 2025 KIDS COUNT Data Book (2023 data)
Educational Advancement
Nearly 2 in 5
Louisiana afterschool funding applications went unfunded.
Afterschool Alliance, Louisiana Fact Sheet, 2026
Healthy Living & Wellness
4 in 10
U.S. high school students report persistent sadness or hopelessness.
CDC Youth Risk Behavior Survey, 2023
Mentorship & Personal Development
1 in 3
U.S. young people grow up without a mentor.
MENTOR, The Mentoring Effect
The Wallace Way
Exposure. Support. Opportunity. Growth.
Our model connects community needs to meaningful programs and lasting outcomes.
- We exposeTo new possibilities
- We equipWith the tools to succeed
- We supportThrough mentorship and resources
- They leadStronger lives and stronger communities
Our Four Pillars
Four Areas. A Stronger Tomorrow.
01
Civic Engagement
Teaching service by doing service.
What we do
MLK Day of Service • Neighborhood Service • Volunteering • Community Outreach • Civic Education
What we measure
Participants • Service Projects • Volunteer/Service Hours • Communities Reached
What we’re working toward
Service. Responsibility. Community Connection. Engaged Citizenship.
02
Educational Advancement
Opening doors to what comes next.
What we do
Scholarships • College Tours • Financial Literacy • Career Exposure
What we measure
Students Participating • Scholarships Awarded • Colleges Visited • Graduations • Postsecondary Enrollment
What we’re working toward
Educational Opportunity. Readiness. Access. Achievement.
03
Healthy Living & Wellness
Healthy people build healthy communities.
What we do
Health & Cancer Screenings • Grief Support • Fitness • Nutrition • Wellness Education
What we measure
Individuals Served • Screenings Completed • Wellness Sessions • Participant Knowledge and Engagement
What we’re working toward
Prevention. Awareness. Healing. Healthy Choices.
04
Mentorship & Personal Development
Building confident young people prepared to lead.
What we do
Mentor Mondays • Leadership Development • Youth Enrichment • Cultural Exposure
What we measure
Youth Mentored • Mentor Participation • Leadership Opportunities • Program Retention
What we’re working toward
Confidence. Character. Leadership. Responsible Citizenship.
Signature Programs
From Programs to Possibility
Focused programs. Real outcomes. Brighter futures.
| Program | What it provides | Intended outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Strong Summer Experience | What it providesExposure + Mentorship | Intended outcomeLeadership + Confidence |
| Mentor Mondays | What it providesConsistent adult support | Intended outcomePersonal Development |
| Sean Strong Scholarship | What it providesFinancial Support | Intended outcomeEducational Opportunity |
| Healing Helps | What it providesGrief Support | Intended outcomeEmotional Wellness |
| Youth Football Camp | What it providesPhysical Activity + Mentorship | Intended outcomeTeamwork + Discipline |
The Wallace Impact Model
From Community Needs to Long-Term Change.
- Community need
- Our four pillars
- Programs & resources
- Measurable outputs
- Short-term outcomes
- Long-term impact
Measurable outputs may include
- Students served
- Mentoring hours
- Scholarships awarded
- Health screenings
- Service hours
- College visits
- Families served
Short-term outcomes may include
- Increased confidence
- Greater health awareness
- Improved college/career awareness
- Stronger relationships with mentors
- Increased civic participation
Long-term impact
Educated youth. Healthy families. Engaged citizens. Stronger communities.
Our Growing Footprint
Rooted in Baton Rouge. Growing Across Louisiana.
From Baton Rouge to New Orleans and beyond, we’re expanding our reach and deepening our impact across communities throughout the state.
- Baton Rouge
- New Orleans
