Cultivate educated, empowered youth leaders

Healthy Tomorrow

At emPowerU, the Foundation provides civic engagement programs where youth are encouraged to think creatively, work collaboratively and problem solve real-life challenges and opportunities. A healthy tomorrow starts with empowering the young people of today.

Since 2007, over 40,000 students have participated in our programs.

4268
FY26 Participation Days

Civic Engagement Immersions

Students work collectively to research and present solutions to real-life challenges facing their communities.
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e2 Fellowship

Enhances the skills of high school leaders. Participants simulate real-life community challenges, exploring innovative solutions.
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STEAM Camps

STEAM Camps are designed to create and develop an interest in science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics.
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STEAM After-School

The STEAM After-School programs are designed to develop an interest in science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics.
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emPowerU Program Report

Review the annual

emPowerU programs

report.

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Character Education emPowers

Practicing positive character traits allows youth and adults the opportunity to grow and thrive in their relationships.
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Contact Us

Devran Brower

Director of Program Operations

(816) 271-7910

Devran.Brower@MLCFoundation.com

518 S. 6th

St. Joseph, MO 64501

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