MISSION STATEMENT

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1,000 Ties will enhance the quality of life for youth by teaching them skills they can use for a lifetime. With the help of men from the community young men ages 10-19 in high poverty rate cities will learn these skills. They will develop their confidence so that they can interview, network, and break the cycle of generational poverty starting with something as simple as a tie.

1,000 TIES EVENTS

Free event for young men ages 6-18. Youth & parents will attend workshops, meet potential mentors, have access to local resources, and recieve free ties that have been donated by the community.

1,000 TIES & TRI C STEM MENTORSHIP PROGRAM

Free mentorship program for young men ages 10-15 focusing on STEM activities. Classes are facilitated by Cuyahoga Community College Staff. Students will receive a mentor!!

1,000 TIES ETIQUETTE PROGRAM

Program is open to youth (male & female) ages 6-18. We will engage youth in social & emotional etiquette to improve their communication skills, increasing their abilities to become marketable & employable.

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"I'm in absolute awe of this program. My son and grandson had the opportunity to attend the event held at East Professional Center. They were so excited about everything specifically learning how to put on a tie."

Erika Jones-Smith

ETIQUETTE

This session will work with youth ages 6-18 on life skills including proper dining, social etiquette, communication, attire, hygiene, and tying a tie.

BRAND DEVELOPMENT

This session is for students and professionals. We will work on personal and professional branding. 

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Pitch Perfect teaches you how to deliver a personal elevator pitch.

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This session is facilitated by CEO, Author, & Publicist, Jowan Smith

CONTACT 1,000 TIES™

We are a 501c3 organization

1000ties216@gmail.com