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Whether you're great, good or fair at Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM), you can help make an impact on inner-city youth. Here's how: The Parris Foundation S.T.E.M.ulating Minds Weekend Enrichment Program is returning for Spring 2013. After a successful summer pilot in 2012, our

"How's it going, man?" "I'm living the Dream" Charles says with a big smile.  From there, conversations often are littered with in-depth discussions on politics, world events, and finance.  All the while, Charles keeps steady eye contact, no matter how heated the debate may be.  At the end of the

Tap In Leadership Academy is a collaboration-based enrichment program serving youth in East Central Illinois. Our program educates, equips, and empowers youth to become informed leaders within their communities. We are asking for your support so that we can continue to improve and expand our