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| Thoughts
raced through my mind of things I wanted to accomplish - winning
Olympic medals, being the best and enhancing others' lives by
helping them reach their full potential. I know the importance
of having a solid foundation and positive support. Throughout
the years, I've encountered many challenges and had to reach
inside myself for powerful spiritual and physical forces to
make it through. These forces enabled me to become successful. |
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it's time for me to give back. I believe access and opportunity
distinguishes people - not race, creed or color. The Gail Devers
Foundation, Inc. levels the playing field by providing all people
with access and opportunity for education, health awareness
and athletics. Those involved with the Foundation are making
a difference by motivating youth and encouraging within them
a positive attitude and high self-esteem so that they become
productive individuals. Plus, we involve elders in community
activities to let them know they are important and we want to
learn from their wisdom. |
| Through
the Gail Devers Foundation, Inc., we raise funds for the Gail
Force Enhancement Center, a community-based facility offering
scholarships, mentoring and educational and vocational programs
to help make our youth competitive in the job market. The Center
will serve as a safe haven for those in need while providing
opportunities, activities and challenges to keep youth off the
street and focused on becoming successful adults. This will
help boost the number of youth graduating from high schools,
seeking higher education opportunities and achieving their dreams.
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| The
Gail Devers Foundation, Inc., drives minds to dream and teaches
all people the true meaning of F.O.R.C.E. - Focus On Respect
and Commit to Excellence. If we all embrace the force and model
our lives accordingly, this world and our communities will be
a better place for us and generations to come. By joining forces,
we can make a difference in others' lives and inspire positive
change.. |
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