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
OIC of South Florida Youth FORCE Presents:
OIC of South Florida Youth FORCE Presents:December 12, 2016 OIC of South Florida brings cultural enrichment and positive youth development activities to Silver Lakes Middle School through the Youth FORCE afterschool program funded by the Children’s Services Council of...
Arts Based Youth Development Agency Expands to Tampa through Department of Children & Families
CBS Miami News: Miami’s leading non-profit uses various #CreativeExpression platforms to Engage, Educate & Empower Young LivesSeptember 20, 2016 Many young people lack the resources and guidance needed to achieve their maximum potential. Especially at-risk youth...
Lyrical Expression Helps Unaccompanied Immigrant Children Heal From Violence & Abuse
Lyrical Expression Helps Unaccompanied Immigrant Children Heal From Violence & Abuse September 15, 2016 Immigrant children new to this Country often find difficulty adjusting to a new way of life as they flee from violence and abuse, especially if they arrive...
