Our Programs

TAU Golf Open

The TAU Golf Open is an annual signature event hosted by High Aspirations Foundation, Inc. TAU Golf Open takes place at one of the many golf courses in the metro Atlanta area. Participants can be players and/or fund raisers. We also provide several levels of sponsorship opportunities. The primary goal is to raise monies for scholarships and provide aid to HAFI Programs (Youth Development Initiative Program and Dr. Charles R. Drew Health Fair). HAFI is very appreciative for all sponsors and donors who give graciously to a cause that directly impact our communities.

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College Prep 101

This event is geared to help High School students get a jump start on their college aspirations. College Prep 101 is not your normal college workshop. We take a bit further. We have sessions that are tailored around "If I knew THEN what I know NOW" type of information.

The following is a list of workshops provided during our College Prep 101 event:

- The Journey to being Admitted to College
- Financial Aid and Scholarships
- Breaking Down the College GPA System
- Career Pathfinders
- "It Can be About WHO You Know" - Networking and Interviews

Dr. Charles R. Drew Health Fair

Mission: Provide and Promote health awareness issues to individuals throughout the city of Atlanta: Diabetes, HIV/AIDS, Health Exams, and Youth Dental Screenings.

In recent years, HAFI has partnered with Butler Street YMCA and American Red Cross to host the Dr. Charles R. Drew Health Fair. The fair consists of many health vendors and professionals throughout the city of Atlanta who provide consultation to blood donors as well as individuals who are just seeking advice. Morehouse School of Medicine is of our dedicated vendors that offer health screenings (blood pressure check-ups and eye exams). In addition, the health fair service to our youth as well by providing Dental Screenings. These dental services were done by Dr. Wm. Kevin Dancy. All services provided for the Dr. Charles R. Drew Health Fair are NO CHARGE for all participants.

Spring Scholarship Extravaganza (SSE)

Spring Scholarship Extravaganza is an annual event hosted by High Aspirations Foundation, Inc. This event consist of live entertainment, sponsorship opportunities, silent auction, etc. The primary goal is to raise monies for scholarships and provide aid to HAFI Programs (Youth Development Initiative Program and Dr. Charles R. Drew Health Fair). HAFI is very appreciative for all sponsors and donors who give graciously to a cause that directly impact our communities.

Youth Leadership Academy

Program Description: The High Aspirations Foundation, Inc., Youth Development Academy is a community focused education program, offering structured leadership training for young men ages 11 to 14 years old. The primary mission of the program is to guide young men in establishing a clear and realistic understanding of adulthood, by providing a snapshot of what real manhood looks like.

 
The program further seeks to help the young men develop a sense of self-worth and pride.  The program is offered by the High Aspirations Foundation, Inc. (HAFI) free of charge.

 

The Youth Development Academy is divided into four development modules to address different life skills or enrichment
activities.  Each module is made up of members of HAFI and experts in the respected fields.  The four development modules
are:

 

Intellectual Development – Education, Career, Financial Literacy

Personal Development – Character, Integrity, Self-Awareness

Physical Development – Health, Nutrition, Hygiene, Fitness

Social Development – Arts and Cultural, Social