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.
2024 – 2025 Impact
Students
Served
1,112
Direct Service
Hours
107,000+
Total Service
Sites
21
Direct Staff Investment
$500K+
News & Blog
UM – Studying The Motivational Edge’s Impact
UM – Studying The Motivational Edge’s Impact February 7, 2018 Since 2008, we’ve watched our youth develop into talented artists and thoughtful citizens, each a testament to the efficacy of our programs in providing a safe space for artistic self-expression and...
Irie Foundation/ME Case Study
Irie Foundation/ME Case Study February 7, 2018 In July 2014, The Motivational Edge’s Allapattah Music and Literacy Center was renamed The Irie Foundation Allapattah Music and Literacy Center. For 2+ successful years of partnership, the Irie Foundation has funded...
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...
