Stopping the generational de‑construction of the family.
What We DoA Letter from the Executive Director
Our Mission
To develop unfathered and at-risk boys and girls into global-minded leaders of God’s design.
THE PROBLEM
FATHERLESSNESS
million fatherless children in the U.S.
This is the highest rate of children in single-parent homes of any nation.
%
of children in Cleveland are fatherless.
This is the highest rate of single-parent homes of any U.S. city.
The Problem
THE SOLUTION
MENTORSHIP
WE INVITE a Child and Mother into a 9-year, Christ-centered Mentorship and Support TEAM.
THE SOLUTION
MENTORSHIP
The Solution
THE DESIRED OUTCOME
NEW GENERATION OF LEADERS
A New Generation of leaders emerge who Lead & Love like Jesus.
Desired Outcome
The Crisis
We are in a crisis – The Generational De‑construction of the family.
This crisis will not change unless it is interrupted and led to change.
%
of homes have only one parent present.
“My family has never been shown so much love and support. It is so incredibly amazing what you all do, and I am so thankful to God to now be a part of such an incredible ministry.”
JCLC Mom
Outside the Walls
A blog by Amy Mitchell, JCLC’s Director of Operations
Join Amy as she shares the reality of the children & families JCLC serves.
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