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Impact

Struggle University | A Struggle Made Us Charity / Impact
“Struggle University’s holistic approach—prioritizing mental well-being, personal growth, career guidance, and academics—uniquely prepares students to overcome challenges beyond campus.” - R. Nikki Myers, Founder Y12SR

Struggle University: Impact at a Glance

  • 723 youth served since inception
  • 92% would recommend the program
  • 85% want continued involvement post-graduation

Emotional Growth:

  • 96% gained deeper trauma understanding
  • 97% reported improved emotional regulation
  • 81% developed at least one coping strategy

2025 Struggle University Goals

  • To add an additional 350 graduates during 2023.
  • To secure 15 site locations for programming.
  • To remove barriers that often contribute to crime.
  • To create peer leadership opportunities through graduate-led facilitations.
  • To use evaluation tools to measure increases in self-image, reduced anxiety, and increased community engagement.
  • To connect participants to employment and educational opportunities.

Academic & Behavioral Gains:

  • 40% average GPA increase for struggling students
  • 68% of students with prior referrals had zero incidents after completing the program
  • 75% of educators saw improved behavior

Long-Term Impact:

  • 78% feel better equipped to handle conflict
  • Schools report positive culture shifts and request long-term integration

501c3 Accreditiation

Tax Deductible Donations

Lifelong Individual Impact

Event and Child Sponsorships Available

How the Program Works 

6-Week Program Timeline:

  • Week 1: Onboarding & Team Building
  • Weeks 2–3: Identifying Trauma & Harmful Norms
  • Weeks 4–6: Healing, Coping Skills, Graduation

Program Focus:

  • Trauma-informed care
  • Coping skills development
  • Leadership & identity
  • Personal healing & growth
  • School & community impact

Become a Partner with Struggle University

Struggle University is seeking schools, community orgs, and districts to help expand trauma-informed healing nationwide.

Ways to Partner:

  • Host the program at your school/site
  • License the curriculum and get support
  • Sponsor a youth cohort
  • Collaborate on city/district expansion
  • Donate to support youth healing
  • Invest in a cohort
Impact a child today and sign him up for the 6 Week Program.