About MAKAWAY NETWORK FOUNDATION
M.N.F. is network of small businesses, mentors, and advocates whose goal is to invest in our future by inspiring, teaching, and preparing and young adults who may feel uncertain, discouraged due to their past mistakes, missed opportunities, and other barriers that can lead to a sense of hopelessness.
We are the businesses and advocates who understand that mistakes and untapped potential can limit a person's future, creating a revolving door that many individuals aged 15-25 find themselves trapped in. It’s the same old story, but maybe we can build our own village and raise our youth OUR way.
The hours earned by the apprentices will be genuine, earned hours based on individual efforts, fostering personal accountability and giving each individual total control over their destiny, which is typically how life works.
- We are the progress village -
Founder's Bio
Leroy Wallace II is a Florida native born in Tampa but spent most of his years growing up in Panama City. (FL) After graduating high school, he attended the University of Mississippi as a student-athlete before relocating to Houston in 2005, where he then attended Prairie View A&M University earning a Bachelor's and Master’s degree with a focus in Agriculture and Human Science.
While in Houston he has been involved with many youth and community programs around the city such as Depelchin Children's Center, Harris County Juvenile Probation, Aldine Independent School District, and Houston Independent School District. He also supports and participates in many community-based organizations around Houston and surrounding areas.
Makaway was inspired by meeting and working with several like-minded and genuine people who have the same ambitions and passion for working with the youth and young adults. The program was designed for the youth and young adults to elevate themselves, promoting growth in communities, with a focus on small businesses and community organizations.
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-Unity in Diversity-
