November has arrived and you know what that means: the holiday season is upon us! As winter settles in and we draw closer to our loved ones, we often use this time to reflect on the many blessings and privileges that we enjoy. At RE, we’re so grateful to everyone who has supported our mission […]

Our staff recently had the opportunity to attend the Georgia Afterschool & Youth Development Conference in Athens, GA. There, we attended panels and workshops on a range of topics, from organizational strategy to STEM learning and mental health. It was Program Coordinator Gabe Hurlock’s first time attending the conference. “From the inspirational guest speakers to […]

Since RE began in 1995, we have enjoyed a close relationship with Spelman College. We’ve partnered with many of the school’s professors and the Bonner Office of Civic Engagement to give college students real-world experience in their chosen majors. Some of our most committed volunteers and talented staff members have come to us from Spelman. […]

Prior to the pandemic, we often set aside time for social discovery projects; that is, Saturday field trips with the dual purpose of ensuring our kids have fun and new experiences. Learning extends well beyond the boundaries of where one lives or attends school. Studies show that impoverished youth spend the vast majority of their […]