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Breaking Through Barriers: One Beat at a Time!
The Beat 139 Foundation was born from a simple truth: when people are given the tools to tell their stories, they begin to rewrite the future. What started as a podcast by Kareem “Doc” Louallen and Vernon “Donveto” Boisseau has evolved into something far more significant – a foundation that changes lives through the art of storytelling.
What We Do?
We’re currently offering two programs – both led with intention. There are no throwaway efforts, and we build structures that give people a sense of belonging at every turn.
THE BEAT: Beat the Streets (BtS)
Discover Your Voice. Shape Your Future
At The BEAT Foundation, we are passionate about harnessing the transformative power of media to inspire and uplift the next generation of podcasters. Our “Beat the Streets” Podcast Training Program empowers youth with essential skills for success in today’s middle and high school students to bring their voices to life. Participants will master essential basic skills such as content development, scripting, audio recording and editing, and technical know-how with equipment and software. This hands-on experience not only builds technical expertise but also ignites creativity and fosters self-expression.
We offer podcast training due to its numerous benefits:
- Platform for Self-Expression and Authenticity.
- Ownership and Control of Narratives.
- Skill Development Making an Impact.Amplifying Voices and Redefining Representation.
- Monetization Opportunities.
- Community Building Networking and Collaboration.
BEAT: Community Care (CC)
Supporting Lives, Spreading Kindness
The BEAT Foundation is dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of those in our community. The Community Care Program has a diverse range of initiatives to uplift and support our community by addressing essential need.
Backpack Drive
We provide backpacks to New York City students regardless of financial need, for several reasons:
Improved academic performance.
Increased attendance and engagement.
Boosted self-esteem and confidence.
Reduced financial burdens on. Families
Fostering a positive learning environment.
Addressing educational inequities.Back-to-school drives address educational inequality by providing a practical solution to the lack of resources, especially for low-income students. They also promote equal opportunities and help address systemic inequalities.
BEAT: Community Care (CC)
Supporting Lives, Spreading Kindness
The BEAT Foundation is dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of those in our community. The Community Care Program has a diverse range of initiatives to uplift and support our community by addressing essential need.
Backpack Drive
We provide backpacks to New York City students regardless of financial need, for several reasons:
- Improved academic performance.
- Increased attendance and engagement.
- Boosted self-esteem and confidence.
- Reduced financial burdens on. Families
- Fostering a positive learning environment.
- Addressing educational inequities.
Back-to-school drives address educational inequality by providing a practical solution to the lack of resources, especially for low-income students. They also promote equal opportunities and help address systemic inequalities.
2024 | Beat the Streets Graduation | 12 Students
2024 | Back to School Backpack Drive | 300 Distributed
2024 | Beat the Streets Graduation | 12 Students
2024 | Back to School Backpack Drive | 300 Distributed
2024 | Back to School Backpack Drive | 300 Distributed
OUR MISSION
Breaking Through Barriers: One Beat at a Time.
OUR VISION
We envision a future where everyone, regardless of background, can access the resources they need to thrive.