MISSION:


Giving back to the community through charitable services, knowledge workshops, youth mentoring/food programs.



PURPOSE:


The purpose of this organization is to enhance relationships and well-being through charitable, scientific, literary, mathematical, technological, and educational initiatives.


MISSIONAL APPROACH:

Great Expectations CDC approached community development from two standpoints: ACE (Adverse Childhood/Community Experiences) and ABCD (Assets Based Community Development).



  • ACE describes all types of abuse, neglect, and other potentially traumatic experiences that occur to people and communities. According to a research study by Kaiser Permanente between 1995 and 1997, 60% of our population was infected by ACE.


  • The ABCD model means building community from the inside out to release human capacity. ABCD supports the idea of strengthening human development by asking questions to reveal the patterns and rhythms of relationships, resources, opportunities, and experiences.


We offer these two models of collaborative, integrated, cross-pollinated efforts to make the world a better place.



    Board Members

    Zachary Baldwin
    Lisa McCrady Beverly
    Conselola Brown
    Erain Garner
    William Green
    Brandi Kellett
    Edward McEwen
    Riki Shye
    Deena Valentine


    Community Engagements and Collaborations


    Great Expectations takes opportunities to engage in community activities by assisting and partnering with organizations that are engaged in community improvement, development, and sustainability initiatives to foster positive change. Some of the organizations and annual events include:


    Free Community Breakfast Program, Jeneshia Harris

    MNPS Haynes Middle School

    Nashville Peacemakers, City Wide Baby Shower

    Still Standing Foundation

    Streetworks

    B. E. Academy

    Voice of the People

    Belmont University