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
Treasure Coast Business
Dyer Difference Award Promotes Education and SportsmanshipJuly 27th, 2023For the past 15 years, youth in South Florida who might not have had a whole lot of chances to learn, develop leadership skills, and grow to their fullest potential have been finding their way to...
$1.9 Million Awarded to The Edge
Community Newspapers: The Motivational Edge receives funding from The Children’s Trust for youth developmentMay 13th, 2023$1.9 million dollars has been awarded to The Motivational Edge to support Youth Development services through its wellness, academic, music and...
Palm Tree Nursery In Indian River County
Palm Tree Nursery In Indian River CountyApril 29th, 2023We are proud to announce that we have purchased a palm tree farm/nursery in Indian River County! The initiative will provide jobs and training opportunities for teens and young adults to learn transferable skills...
