Board of Directors
Trevor Rudd, Founder
Jaylon Bray, Founder
Greetings! It brings me great pleasure to serve as the Founder of The Village. I've always placed service and mentorship at the head of God's purpose for me. With this organization, we want to build genuine relationships within the community of young men as we challenge them to reach their full potential. I have always believed that, "If your absence does not make a difference, then your presence never did." It is my hope to show these young men how important their presence is while supporting them through every good day, bad day, or indifferent. We have the power to reduce dropout rates, foster needed-support systems, take chances on greatness, and define legacies. Will you be apart of the movement?
With open arms, I would like to welcome you to The Village! It’s an honor to stand as a Founder while we strive to elevate and educate the cognitive foundations of each individual that we come into contact with. I have always aimed to make an impact in as many facets of my community as possible which makes me excited to see this program flourish. With my retrospective reasoning and kaleidoscopic viewpoint, I want to instill a vision of growth into the mindset of all the brothers within our organization. By empowering these gentlemen with the proper resources to grow beyond their limits, I hope to expose them to new experiences that will enable their true potential to be unlocked. “It’s the very people that no one imagines anything of, who do the things no one can imagine.”
"Your preparation should match your expectations." -Pastor Duley
I bring greetings to all of you! Having a passion for fitness, exercise and healthy living, I'm an energetic and adventurous person who has been blessed with a plethora of talents and gifts. With a strong background in community involvement, I've worked with many programs (i.e. Men of Excellence, Students with a Goal) that were aimed at empowering our present and future generation of men. I believe learning is a continuous process that shouldn't end, which is why being of service weighs in on my continual knowledge of self and those around me. “For I know the plans I have for you,” says the LORD. “They are plans for good and not for disaster, to give you a future and a hope.” (Jeremiah 29:11)
Anthony McEachin, Co-Founder
Zachary Jackson, Co-Founder
Welcome to this powerful movement we have established!
I aspire to one day become a successful research doctor. I would like to further the research and add to the knowledge of minority health disparities, with hopes of finding cures. As a young collegiate student, I believe I can connect with young men destined for success. Throughout my life, I have held many leadership positions. I have also had the pleasure of attending various leadership programs to enhance my teamwork, cooperation, and drive. My best leadership qualities are listening and properly executing. I have a passion for music, enjoying life, and helping others!
I strive to live by the quote,
"The one who needs no validation is the most feared in the room."
