The Uhuru Foundation

300 E Main St. Suite 214, Charlottesville, VA, USA | 3 Program Sites | Founded: 2019 | View Website

The Uhuru Foundation envisions a world where the most vulnerable youth and adults, especially those affected by incarceration, have the power and resources to transcend poverty and achieve upward social and economic mobility. Through our dedicated digital literacy initiatives in the reentry space, we aim to empower these individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to navigate the digital world, enabling them to secure meaningful employment, access vital services, and participate fully in society. Our goal is to ensure that they can build healthy lifestyles for themselves and their communities, fostering a cycle of positive change and digital inclusion for generations to come.

15PJDP-23-GG-03524-MENT
Grant Year: 2023
Award Amount: $500,000
Grant Category: Category 3 — Mentoring Programs for Youth Involved in the Juvenile Justice System

Contact Person

Derek Rush
434-806-8672
drush@theuhurufoundation.org