"A Taste of Atlanta II" fundraising event

Look for our newest - and tastiest- fundraising effort: "A Taste of Atlanta II" fundraiser. With local culinary school students, supervised by Master Chef Mark Ziegler of Z Sauce Works, we  will host a, "no-holds-barred cook-out" at the Sweet Auburn Curb Market.  All proceeds will benefit Ezra Project, Inc., for the continued development and expansion of the mentoring leadership program, Reality: 101.

The date has not yet been set. If you, as an individual chef, or your culinary organization, are looking for local and business community exposure, feel free to contact us at: PH: 404-510-9090  Email: ezra.foundation@gmail.com. 
This will be a lip-smacking event! Visit us again for upcoming details.

We are currently looking for sponsors to off-set the cost of the event. Won't you partner with us in helping children succeed?

Spelman English major volunteer Kelly Harper tutors students at Brown Middle School in preparation for language arts portion of the CRCT test. Morehouse, Spelman, and Clark University students have been instrumental as educational mentors to the middle school boys. 

A big shout out to the colleges for their extraordinary support. Keep up the good work! 

Walmart Fundraiser

Ezra Project's fundraiser at The District at Howell Mill Rd. shopping center Supercenter Walmart was a delightful success. The event was slated for 4/8 - 4/10, which produced $850 in donations toward the Brown Middle School Reality: 101 leadership mentoring program year-end camping trip to Lake Lanier in June.  

Thank you Walmart management and staff for helping make the fundraising event a success! Thank you donors!

Fundraising made fun

"Slice the Price of Pizza Fundraiser"
 Dominos Pizza and Platinum Fundraising partner with Ezra Project, Inc. for a fundraising drive to raise money for the students at Brown Middle School, who are part of the Reality:101 leadership mentoring program. The funds are being raised for a year end trip in appreciation of the outstanding effort the boys have made in their quest to become leaders.
This weeks event will be held at the Walmart on Howell Mill Rd., the 8th - 10th between 2 - 6pm. Come out to help make this event a success!
PS Shout out to Brett Reinhardt for his great work on the poster. If you want Brett to do any graphic work for you or your organization, his email is: brettreinhardt@gmail.com

Men of Distinction

From left front: Darnell Wells, Shannon Lyons; from left rear: Anthony Ralph III, Zechariah Haley
Missing: Gordon Williams, Kelvin Ferguson

The young men of the Reality:101 leadership mentoring program at Brown Middle School gather after school to discuss their fundraising strategy for the year-end "expedition" field-trip planned in May. At present Morehouse College,Walmart and the local PTA, have partnered with Ezra Project, Inc. in an effort to make the trip a reality.

The program is wholly funded from the generous donations of those who want to make a difference in a child's life. Ezra Project, Inc. is a proud partner with Atlanta Public Schools (APS). If you want to know more about the organization, or a method to donate, feel free to visit http://ezraproject.yolasite.com/ Ezra Project, Inc. is a 501(c) (3) organization, your donations are tax deductible.

Won't you partner with us today?

PTA: Student Advocacy Day was a hit

Students in session

The PTA - Parent Teachers Association - sponsored Student Advocacy Day was a smashing success, with the students and teachers alike.

Students from many school's throughout the Metro Atlanta School system were on hand.

Beginning at the Floyd Room, the students learned about educational issues that are currently on the legislative floor for approval or otherwise; issues that may impact them directly.

Next - see picture - they were rustled over to the Capitol building for a bird's-eye view at lawmakers in action. The purpose being to provoke student's interest in the politics that make a difference in their lives...and the lives of those to come.

Lastly, a luncheon at the Georgia Freight Depot was scheduled for a opportunity for individuals to meet and network with their legislators; as well as a means to arrange meeting to present concerns or requests.

Personally being asked very interesting questions by some students, I had a genuine opportunity to be able to see the benefit of the event.

The PTA has, again, revealed its purpose for being. We thank you Georgia PTA for your work and concern.

Atlanta Public Schools: Produces quality results

As a testament to the level of production the Atlanta Public School system (APS) produces Jasmine Guy, a APS proud graduate of North Atlanta High, came to give back to her alma mater, speaking to the Center for the Arts  students about her experiences throughout the yrs., as a student, actor and theater performer.

This is strong indication not only of the level of alumnus that the APS system has produced over the span of many years, but right until today.

When attending Atlanta High, Ms. Guy spoke of her stage fright when called upon by one of the theater directors to audition for a part in West Side Story school production. The highlight being when one of the students asked her what she did when she was faced for an audition against someone she perceived as better than her. Ms Guy stated she would "go to the bathroom."

Atlanta school system's current direction with its High School Transformation initiative, is making great inroads into producing not only quality education, but attracting and cultivating quality teachers. 


We applaud you Atlanta Public Schools for your attention and tenacity in your desire to produce quality education...making a better society.