Street Cred Media

Our newest passion project. Feauring the talents of Jefferson High School this program will be produced for the students and by the students. Check us out on Youtube discussing all the hot topic of 2020. From story boarding to production the student will interact will professionals in the biz thanks to our partners at Entravision Colorado.

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Rise Network

ABOUT R.I.S.E. NETWORK
The R.I.S.E network was created to provide intervention services in the community specifically in response to gang, gun and senseless acts of violence. The R.I.S.E Network exists because the community has responsibility in the health of families, youth and the prevention of violent acts.

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STREET CRED

Street Cred is an interactive, activity based character education program specifically developed for high-risk teenagers and is designed to improve personal ethics, teach problem solving, build awareness of effective life skills, promote positive study skills, and support students in their daily decision making.

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Tribute to Raashan Salaam

Together, Hawkins and Salaam planned events, camps, clinics and appearances, and they devised programs to benefit underprivileged children. Salaam became a fixture at Jefferson High School in Edgewater, Colo., where Hawkins has worked for 15 years. Salaam regularly spoke with classes and worked with students individually and in groups.

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ABOUT US

The Mission of the SPIN (Supporting People In Need) Foundation is to expand and enhance educational and career opportunities by empowering children and adolescents whose lives have been complicated by school failure, involvement with the juvenile justice system, are at-risk for gang involvement and have limited opportunities because of social and financial difficulties.

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The Heart Beat

These individuals sacrifice countless hours to ensure these at risk youth succeed!

Riley Robert Hawkins, MSW, received his undergraduate degree in Education from the University of Kentucky in 1980 and a Master’s in Social Work in 1995.
Robert Hawkins
Executive Director
Liz has been an educator for 20 plus years in the Colorado public school system. Her knowledge and creativity is what keeps this organization moving in the right direction.
Liz Hofmann
Behavioral Therapist
Patti Carter is a dedicated professional who has been supporting SPIN's efforts for over 4 years. Her continued support and dedication as a teacher and mentor which effects over a 100 kids a day in the classroom setting. Patti is a super amazing person with a huge heart!
Patti Carter
Program Assistant
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