When the Green Beret Project first met Kaseem at age 12, he was facing challenges. Kaseem came from a difficult neighborhood and was being picked on by other kids for being overweight. However, the Green Beret Project saw Kaseem’s potential and worked to support and guide him.

Through the Green Beret Project's after-school program, Kaseem was able to participate in sports and academics. The program helped coach him to become an exceptional young man. Kaseem excelled, making the high school football team and becoming the captain of the lacrosse team.

As Kaseem prepared for life after high school, the Green Beret Project continued to support him. They helped Kaseem apply to college, and he was accepted to Williamson College of the Trades with a $106,000 scholarship for carpentry.

The Green Beret Project took Kaseem, a young man facing adversity, and helped him develop into a successful student-athlete poised for a bright future. Through mentorship, academic support, and exposure to new opportunities, the Green Beret Project was able to empower Kaseem to reach his full potential.

Jose first came to our organization at the young age of 12, after we met him through an after-school program. From the start, we were impressed by Jose's work ethic and academic success. He always excelled in his projects and maintained excellent grades. Recognizing Jose's potential, we encouraged him to attend an early college high school program.

Jose continued to thrive in this accelerated academic environment. While most teenagers his age were focused solely on their studies, Jose also worked about 20 hours per week starting at age 16. His drive and determination were truly inspiring.

As Jose approached college, we knew he had a bright future ahead. We advised him to apply to Williamson College of the Trades, one of the top technical schools in the region. To our delight, Jose was accepted into the highly competitive power plant technology program.

Since enrolling at Williamson, Jose has maintained a stellar academic record, earning a spot on the Honor Roll every semester. His success is a testament to the power of hard work, perseverance, and the support of caring mentors. We are incredibly proud of how far Jose has come and look forward to seeing what he accomplishes next.

Growing up, Qualeak faced significant challenges at home and in his neighborhood. However, he found solace and purpose in athletics, excelling in both football and wrestling throughout his high school years. Despite struggling with his grades at times, Qualeak’s determination and work ethic allowed him to overcome these obstacles and make his school's teams.

Qualeak’s athletic prowess was remarkable - he was named an All-American wrestler and an All-State football player, a testament to his dedication and talent. After graduating high school, Qualia continued his journey by joining the Delaware National Guard as an 88M. He is now working as a driver for Battaglia Electric, while also studying to obtain his heavy machine operator certification.

Qualeak’s story is a shining example of how perseverance and a strong work ethic can help an individual overcome adversity and achieve success. Despite the challenges he faced, Qualia never gave up on his dreams and continued to push himself to reach new heights. His inspiring journey serves as a testament to the power of determination and the belief that with hard work, anything is possible.