The Motivational Edge

A nonprofit organization

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The Motivational Edge (The Edge) is one of the leading arts-based youth development impact organization in South Florida. The Edge is a fully adaptive and stand-alone Miami-based 501c3 nonprofit organization, integrating health & human services within culturally responsive arts programming for youth with adverse childhood experiences and those in crisis.

The Edge implements a trauma-informed approach focusing on mentoring, job readiness, and life-skills development through the Arts, and Health & Wellness initiatives, to ensure that every youth and young adult we serve is ready to contribute positively to their community. The Edge serves a wide range of youth including those in the Child Welfare System, youth in residential treatment facilities, youth that are homeless or in shelters, youth at-risk from the community and youth in the Juvenile Justice System. Today, alumni of The Edge's programming are walking success stories and can be found making a difference in their communities.

Through your support, you will help us reach the unreachable!

Here are a few highlights from 2023-2024  

  • The Edge provided over 120,280 hours of collective programming
  • We served over 2,830 students and families across the state of Florida
  • The Edge employs over 29 staff most of whom are local artists that live in the community
  • Over $600,000 reinvested into the community in the form of Teaching Artist wages
  • 100% of Seniors graduated from High School
  • 85% of youth improved their social-emotional learning and well-being
  • 92% of students improved their academic performance and engagement.
  • 95% of youth increased their arts aptitude
  • 80% of participants reported feeling more supported and connected to their peers and mentors.
  • 1 in 5 youth served has a disability

Mission

The Motivational Edge utilizes innovative arts and educational programs to engage, educate and empower young lives!

Support our transformative fundraising campaign, "When Schools are Closed, The EDGE is Open!" At The Edge, we believe every child should have access to opportunities that inspire creativity, ignite passion, and unlock potential, no matter the obstacles.

From 8 AM to 8 PM, The Edge provides a dynamic space for learning, mentorship, and inspiration when traditional schools are unavailable.

Your donation to "The EDGE is Open" helps us continue moving young lives forward. Thank you for your support!

Organization Data

Summary

Organization name

The Motivational Edge

Tax id (EIN)

26-2916391

Address

1550 NW 36th Street
Miami, FL 33142

Phone

786-280-0652

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