GOAL
The
Atlanta Bulldogs Football and Cheer Academy is a non-profit 5013c organization
that is dedicated to enhancing
community
short falls, by providing nutritional, scholastic, societal and athletic
programs to at risk youth. To also promote
healthy
systematic life transitioning from childhood to adulthood with resources and
support designed to influence, inspire
and
ignite positive growth. Encompassed in this
mission, the Atlanta Bulldogs Academy strives to instill in our student athletes
the
values of hard work, teamwork, discipline, respect for others and oneself. We
promote good character, constant
perseverance,
integrity, and not only a will to win on the playing field, but also in
life. Our
program is for everyone, regardless
of race, gender, religion, or ability level.
PURPOSE
The
Atlanta Bulldogs Football and Cheer Academy build upon these principles, focus
on these ideals, and adds to it our
own
philosophy of teamwork and inclusiveness:
TEAMWORK: We strive to teach our athletes the importance of
unity and brotherhood through breaking social and economic
barriers
while focusing on one common goal. This
philosophy will play an integral part in providing a positive environment
that
supports growth, discipline, and goal setting as the athletes learn to work
together as one to achieve a common goal.
Whether
that is winning a league championship or a top tier cheer competition the
athletes within this program will
understand
the true value of the word ”TEAM”.
INCLUSIVENESS: A pillar in ensuring that
our athletes are able to focus on all other goals and ideals we feel it our
responsibility
as parents and staff to ensure that no player goes without, especially due to
financial constraints. However, we
cannot
overlook the extensive costs, including registration, equipment, field rental and
other obligations that are tied to
being
a part of a non-profit Academy. Having a
partnership with the community allows us to ensure that we uphold this
responsibility
to our program. We strive to make this extra-curricular activity affordable to
those in the inner city that we
serve
and at the same time provide them with a platform to display and showcase their
talents.