Approach
Our Approach
The Woodson Center has developed a robust plan that rests on a solid foundation of expanding community work. Our supporters understand that any messaging on race and upward mobility must be built on work that proactively addresses these issues on the community level where real people live. Our goal is to go beyond capturing public attention to transform the country, one community at a time.
Advice and counsel directs you certain places – character and integrity takes you by the hand and leads you there.
– Bob Woodson –
Our Programs
The Woodson Center offers on-site and virtual programs that provide training to underserved communities, faith and community based organizations, and grassroots leaders. Because civil order is fundamental to economic revitalization, the Woodson Center has a major focus on violence intervention and prevention.
Programs
Grassroots Empowerment
Supporting Values-Aligned Institutions
1776 Unites
Community Affiliates Network
Voices of Black Mothers United
Curriculum
Who
Who We Help
The Center has provided training to more than 2,600 leaders of community organizations in 39 states. Societal problems addressed by the WC’s grassroots network include youth violence, substance abuse, teen pregnancy, homelessness, joblessness, family dissolution, poor education, and deteriorating neighborhoods.
Success
Success Stories
CAN Story – Mommaste
< “The Woodson Center Rising Leader grant played a pivotal role in establishing the foundation for our organization, Mommaste, setting us on a path to sustainability by focusing on developing our infrastructure.” ~ Dr. LeTea Perry, co-founder of Mommaste Dr....
CAN Story – Dr. Keli Christopher
Thanks to the mini-grant, Dr. Christopher was able to expand her Kids Count Program, which inspires children from underrepresented backgrounds to excel in STEM, with a special focus on mathematics through fun activities and games. The program has now grown from...