Statesboro Village Builders Initiative is a new initiative conceived by the City of Statesboro’s Youth Commission and Mayor McCollar in collaboration with community stakeholders. The Statesboro Village Builders aims to be a community-wide youth development program that offers a comprehensive approach to ensure that all youth in Statesboro and their families have support in becoming the best version of themselves.
A key approach of the program will be a youth mentorship program, which we anticipate launching in early 2023. Goals of the Statesboro Village Builders Initiative include workforce development, youth civic engagement, early childhood literacy, as well as a range of goals that support successful life outcomes for all Statesboro youth.
ABOUT THE VILLAGES
The Sta
tesboro Village Builders Initiative will initially focus on connecting five identified areas in the City, or “villages”, with resources to improve food security, literacy, healthcare access, and access to clothing through Mobile Resource Days. We will work with community members in each village to identify additional resources that can best support their families and collaborate with community partners to make these resources available.CLICK TO VIEW FULL MAP
HOW YOU CAN HELP
By supporting youth mentorship, we can close the opportunity gap that exists for some young people as a result of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or other factors. Want to make a difference in a child’s future? Statesboro Village Builders is looking for mentors to join its 2023-2024 Mentorship Program!
- Are you an adult who?
- Can commit 1-2 hours per week
- Likes to volunteer/serve
- Is interested in investing in local youth
- Wants to share your expertise & knowledge
- Is open to building meaningful connections
Click to Fill Out Mentor Application
Interested in learning more? Send an email to Village Builders Program Coordinator Dr. LaSara Mitchell at lasara.mitchell@statesboroga.gov.
Community Resource Workshop | Saturday, February 1, 2025
Statesboro Village Builders will host a “Community Resource Workshop Day” on Saturday, February 1, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Statesboro City Hall. Community members are invited to attend an inspiring workshop to spark creativity and make a positive difference in the community! There will also be free lunch, giveaways, raffles and activities for children aged four and up.
The sessions are designed to cater to a wide range of interests and needs with an overarching theme of personal development. The lineup includes classes on financial literacy, goal setting for 2025, and more. Organizers are urging Statesboro residents not to miss out on the chance to be part of a transformative experience that promises to leave a lasting impact on their personal development and the community.
Anyone interested in the workshop is encouraged to register early to secure their spot. Childcare will not be provided for babies and toddlers, but there will be activities, books and an inflatable for children aged four to 12. Teenagers are encouraged to sign up for one of the educational sessions.
If you want to learn more about how you or your organization can get involved, call 912-212-2378 or email lasara.mitchell@statesboroga.gov
