poetry and chill
We envision a world where the youth use words to help heal trauma.
Redemptive Opportunity
We work with all youth to help them find their voice and use it for the betterment of the community.
Business Model
The workshop is an opportunity for individuals to express their thoughts, feelings, and gifts of writing. It is also a chance for individuals to think critically, gain knowledge and information, and grow within themselves.
Biggest Organizational Need
1. Program development resources to engage with funders.
2. Fundraising, grant writing and engaging to the public.
3. 3 million dollars to train 50 teachers to engage with youth across the country.
Funding Plan
We have three main objectives for youth in America. The requested funding is spent directly on youth to help accomplish these goals. There is a significant literacy crisis in America today. Twenty-five million children in the U.S. cannot read proficiently (Based on an analysis of NAEP test scores).
greogry mcpherson II
Gregory II is referred to as a Music Artist/Poet. He’s coming on the scene with vibrant rhymes, unique voice and his style is very appealing to people’s ear. He catches people’s attention by his blunt truth and storytelling in his music. He’s born and raised in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. This is just the beginning of Gregory II. He created PoetryAndChillOKC in 2017 on the Eastside of Oklahoma City.
Contact: poetryandchillokc@gmail.com