Umar's mission is to reclaim community youth from the streets of Baltimore City and prepare them for future roles as productive citizens of society. The program creates and maintains a positive and safe environment for children, providing multiple activities geared to improving academic, social and athletic skills.
Our motto is "no hooks before books" as we combine academic development and athletic training under one roof. While boxing is an exciting draw and integral part of the program, academic development is the paramount goal. Children must participate actively in the academic program in order to participate in the boxing program.
Our motto is "no hooks before books" as we combine academic development and athletic training under one roof. While boxing is an exciting draw and integral part of the program, academic development is the paramount goal. Children must participate actively in the academic program in order to participate in the boxing program.
Services
Ken is a professional school counselor at Old Mill High School. Helping students succeed and seeing them grow is something he aspires to do. His family and his job are huge influences on his life. Ken's favorite memory was watching a student who struggled with mental health issues finally graduate and achieve their goals.
Since its start, Umar has established and formed many partnerships, including the following:. The Lawrenceville School Camp in NJ provides Umar the opportunity every summer to send kids to a two week overnight camp experience in rural NJ. The camp also provides junior counselor positions for Umar's older kids.
Your generous support of UMAR's youth Education and boxing program brings hope to over fifty students each year. Your generous donation provides not only a safe haven for UMAR students, but also provides them with an environment to grow. As a non-profit institution, UMAR is completely funded by its supporters and fundraisers.
