Do you have the name of a famous professional athlete who can act as a role model for children? Take Andre Agassi’s name to the top list. Andre Agassi, one of the greatest players in tennis history, sporting a hairstyle with a head as smooth as a clay tennis court, had won more than 850 singles matches. He had also won 60 titles, 8 Grand Slams, and a 1996 Olympic gold medal. Known as the most notable player of his time, Andre Agassi turned professional in 1986. He was still 18 years old when he was ranked the fourth best tennis player in the world. world. A model of persistence and now part of popular culture, Andre Agassi, on and off the court is folklore in tennis and charity work.
The prolongation of life and the hope of children: the projects of Andre Agassi
The nation’s progress begins with the development of children as achievers. With America’s No Child Left Behind policy, Andre Agassi seeks to fulfill his own version of the No Child Left Behind reality. He seeks to supplement the program on his own. He will note that all the programs were carefully selected and sustained over long years. Agassi’s success centered not only on his own career, but ran parallel to the lives of other children he had fostered and supported through his foundation. Making this world a better place for children to live, we focus on Andre Agassi and his dreams in progress.
The Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation
Andre Kirk Agassi is the founder of the Andre Agassi Charitable Foundation. The professional player founded the foundation in 1994. The mission of the foundation is to provide educational and recreational opportunities to at-risk children. It has given hope to thousands of children to improve character and self-esteem to be more successful in their lives. The organization’s success is made possible by the help of volunteers and donors who have willingly and wholeheartedly given their time, money, and resources to accomplish the organization’s goals. The organization, with its limited resources, chose its partners and grantees in the belief that supporting a limited number of organizations has the greatest impact in developing and complementing valuable programs to further its missions of assisting at-risk youth.
The Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy
Agassi Prep offers academic programs focused on an individualized learning structure with the use of technology in the classroom. It has a very small classroom size but requires parental and community involvement to support the task of building character, motivation, respect, and self-discipline. The academy opened in 2001 and only served grades 3, 4 and 5 at the time. Final development of the campus was completed in 2007. Agassi Prep is now a K-12 campus. Andre Agassi College Preparatory Academy is a charter school in the heart of Las Vegas.
The Andre Agassi Boys and Girls Club
Created in 1997, the club was designed to provide activities that model physical, educational, and social growth. It is housed in a 25,000 square foot facility complete with a library and computer lab. A teen center was created to help with the various needs of the club, including an indoor basketball court and three outdoor tennis courts. A large portion of the foundation’s money went toward construction, capital improvements, and club programs. The two most active programs are the Team Agassi youth tennis program and the Agassi Stars youth basketball program. The goal is to use their skills and talents to help them win college scholarships.
Boys Hope/Girls Hope
Boys Hope/Girls Hope serve disadvantaged children whose parents or guardians are unable to provide for their needs. Children from 9 to 14 years old with problems of poverty or abandonment, drug abuse or whose parents want to care but cannot, live in this family environment. This is a place they call home. Agassi’s boys and girls are being treated like their own children and are cared for by full-time staff. Donations for this community go towards needs for food, clothing, medical and dental costs, tuition, recreation, counseling and tutoring. Budget expenses also include other day-to-day expenses, including college scholarships. When families seem to send their children out on the streets and have all the potential to destroy their lives, Agassi picks them up and provides a loving family atmosphere in Boys Hope/Girls Hope.
child shelter
Changing the world for the better, Andre Agassi supported Child Haven. Child Haven opened her arms 24 hours a day to children ages 3 days to 18 who experienced abuse or neglect. They find protection and solace at Child Haven until they find a safe home. Child Haven is located in Clark County.
Class! Publications
Class! The publication is a free monthly teen-focused newsletter distributed in Clark County high schools. About 400 to 500 high school students work on its content to bring it more appropriate topics for its growing estimated number of 40,000 current readers. The Publication also offers internship programs and three workshops each year. Agassi’s foundation supports the cause of children and is determined to influence the lives of young people for the development and growth of their personal career.
Cynthia Bunker and Joy McClenahan Memorial Scholarships
This was named in memory of Andre Agassi’s childhood friend, Cynthia Bunker. Joy McClenahan was said to be a dedicated volunteer and longtime supporter of the organization. The scholarship is intended for those who are enrolled in the College of Fine and Performing Arts at the University of Nevada.
Great Las Vegas After School All Stars
The organization aims to provide free programs to children belonging to communities of low socioeconomic status. These programs keep children away from drugs and other negative influences in their lives that they may receive from their immediate environment. The program is designed to train and teach life skills. Andre Agassi had discovered it. In order to be productive and successful, there is an urgency to help build the confidence and self-esteem of these children.
I have a dream base
IHAD reaches out to low-income communities. IHAD seeks to empower children through long-term mentoring, mentoring and enrichment. The mission is to help these “dreamers” slowly progress on their dreams to become successful people. The organization acts as their backbone by providing academic support, personal and cultural experience, and related recreational activities.
vegas Cycle of Philharmonic Concerts for Youth
The program is designed for children to appreciate music and the arts by being the performers themselves. They performed in a concert-like setting to experience what it is like to be a performer in a full symphony orchestra.
Las Vegas Sun Camp Fund
A summer camp experience for underprivileged students! This fun and socially enriching program has already benefited children ages 8 to 15 from single-parent foster homes since the 1970s.
Operation school bell
Kids shop free at Operation School Bell. They choose from shelves of new clothes and shoes. They also receive a backpack and personal hygiene kit free of charge. The cost is on your donors. Thank you for helping these children. The new wardrobe finally gives them the confidence and interest to stay in school.
YMCA of Southern Nevada
The YMCA “Building a Stronger Tomorrow” program was supported by the Andre Agassi Foundation. The effort was designed to renovate the facility and build a new playground and outdoor aquatic center. YMCA opens programs to interested applicants, whether they can pay or not.
