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CAN 'BE SOMEONE'
SAVE AT-RISK KIDS?
WE SAY, 'YES!'

Hardly a day goes by that we aren't subjected to headlines about youngsters getting in trouble, deep trouble. We here at 'Be Someone' mourn the loss of each and every child and share in the pain caused so many families. We truly believe if we had these children in our classroom the outcomes would have been success instead of failure. Here is a list of kids in trouble. There was a better way. Read more here.

Juvenile courts in the U.S. handle nearly 1.4 million delinquency cases per year.

The U.S. Government spends more money on incarcerated people than on each child in the public school system.

The U.S. locks up a larger share of its youth population than any other developed country.

After-school activities for children are decreasing as schools deteriorate and city parks and recreational facilities suffer funding cutbacks.

World Renowned Les Brown on Board Supporting "Be Someone"

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News, programs and events that are helping kids to Be Someone.

Orrin Hudon to be keynote speaker at Greater Lithonia Chamber of Commerce Orrin “Checkmate” Hudson

Orrin Hudson will be the keynote speaker at the upcoming Third Wednesday Luncheon hosted by the Greater Lithonia Chamber of Commerce. We would love to see you there to support Orrin's message and join us for an enriching experience.

Sponsor a Child Today! Support Our Strategic Leadership Camp Orrin “Checkmate” Hudson

Our Summer Strategic Leadership Chess Camp, led by Orrin "Checkmate" Hudson, is set to run from July 8 to August 2, Monday through Friday, from 10 AM to 2 PM. We provide breakfast and lunch to all participants.

Transform Your Child’s Summer: Free 3-Day Chess Camp, July 1-3!

We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for your child to experience the transformative power of chess! Be Someone, Inc. is hosting a **FREE 3-Day Strategic Leadership Chess Camp** from **Monday, July 1st, to Wednesday, July 3rd**

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