We Are
BUILDING BRIGHTER FUTURES

We are dedicated to inspiring and educating youth and being a multifaceted program provider for every background.

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How We Support Scholars

Our Approach

Converse

We build solid relationships with scholars by communicating; and that also includes listening - ensuring that our role is important in their lives. In this way, we inspire them. We want to give them a safe space to express themselves, so they know they're heard and valued.

Educate

We inform scholars by teaching them in a variety of modalities. Programs are designed to condition their minds for excellence. We travel and we expose them to the knowledge of professionals in a number of industries that prepare them for being successful in their respective fields.

Develop

We build up our scholars and our future by giving them opportunities to apply what they learn. By inspiring them and educating them, we equip them with the mindset to do what may have seemed impossible. By working hand-in-hand with them on projects and exercises, we build them up to reach their dreams.

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Started with a Dream

Demario At A Glance

Demario Baker is a native of Charlotte, NC and the Founder of Nspire-Us Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to mentoring and educating youth regarding public health awareness, healthier living, self-esteem and positive lifestyle choices through educational workshops and athletic programs. His passion for mentoring and philanthropy developed at a young age…

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We Build Scholars Up

Featured Programs

Conflict Resolution Anti-Bullying Program

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Before & After School Program

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D.R.E.A.M. Workshop

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Workforce Development

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Youth Health & Wellness

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Nspire-Us Athletics

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Summer Camp Program

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Robotics Program

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Highlights From Those Who Matter

Testimonial

"Johnson & Wales University embraces the partnership it has had over the last few years with the Nspire-Us Foundation locally in the Charlotte area. Having a Johnson & Wales University alumni in Demario Baker ’01 leading the way makes it even more rewarding for the institution. One of the University’s pillars in its community outreach efforts is education and the mission of Nspire-Us in educating and developing our youth is a perfect fit. Having the kids from Nspire-Us on campus from time to time is always a lot of fun and educational for all who participate."
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Chris Plano ‘93

Manager of Alumni Relations & Community Outreach

"We are appreciative of the work of Nspire in schools where Communities In Schools serve. We find that the staff are professional, uniquely interested in the well-being of young people and eager to assist students in gaining useful strategies to manage and improve their lives."
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Andrew Ladd

Vice President, Partnerships
Communities In Schools
Charlotte-Mecklenburg, Inc. January 24, 2020