Happy 17th Anniversary to Us!
We’re proudly celebrating 17 years of engaging, educating, and empowering youth across South Florida and beyond. To mark this milestone, we’re launching a bold, yearlong campaign: “Unlocking the Keys to Success.”
Our Mission
The Motivational Edge is a trauma-informed trained, arts-based organization that inspires and empowers youth, particularly those in foster care or the lowest 25% academically.
2025 – 2026 Impact
Students
Served
1,253
Direct Service
Hours
107,000+
Total Service
Sites
19
Direct Staff Investment
$500K+
News & Blog
CBS 4 – Mentoring Matters
CBS 4 – Mentoring Matters February 7, 2018 As seen on CBSMiami Before a teacher heard 16-year-old Ines Hernandez singing to herself at a bus stop two years ago, she admits she had some anger issues. That teacher recruited her to The Motivational Edge afterschool music...
ME’s First Orlando Event | Painting With The Pros
ME’s First Orlando Event | Painting With The Pros January 28, 2018 Bringing our expressive Arts programs to reach youth in central Florida required an all-star team. Luckily, we had the incredible opportunity to partner with the NFL Players...
Hillsborough PR Release
Hillsborough PR Release January 24, 2018The Motivational Edge has entered into an annual contract with Hillsborough County Children’s Services through 2018. The contract, which was voted on and executed by the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners in...
