The Leadership &
Literacy Foundation
We believe in socially responsible creative transformation by generating a society of interdependent and empowered members that become critical collaborators within their communities.
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The Youth Innovation Project (YIP) will be designed in
partnership with MY Voice to create a cohesive program for
youth (ages 13 - 18) that builds knowledge, skills, and
resources that adequately prepares youth for a fulfilling
future beyond school. A consulting engagement in 2019 with
Egment Youth Development identified the following
program goals and components for the YIP.
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L&L is awarded a grant from the Massachusetts Department of Training and Development for an"Out of School Youth" (OSY) program. L&L offers the Project STRIVE OSY program to 17 young adults, providing GED classes, leadership skills training, and employability skills training while the students gain hands-on experience working in Little Sprouts centers.
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Higher graduation rates
Higher college matriculation
Higher employment rates
Higher average income
Lower domestic violence
Our History
The Leadership and Literacy Foundation operated for several years through Little Sprouts Child Enrichments Center and became an official separate organization in June of 2000. The foundation evolved from the visions of Susan Leger-Ferraro, the Chief Executive Officer of Little Sprouts, who desired to improve literacy, communication, and leadership skills in the community. The Leadership and Literacy Foundation operates as a separate, non-profit entity from Little Sprouts, but both “sister” companies continued to work closely together to co-sponsor key events and make learning a civic priority. In 2008, The Leadership and Literacy Foundation changed its name to Inspirational Ones.