Whitney M. Young Jr. Service Award

For my Eagle Project, I planned and installed a playground at the Anna Julia Cooper School, which provides full-tuition scholarships to K-8th grade students of limited economic resources from Richmond’s East End. I chose AJC for my project because they empower students and graduates to change the trajectory of their lives by helping them develop self-confidence, strength of character, and strong academic skills. AJC students set their sights on success in high school and college, opening the door to a promising and hopeful future. The playground structures and open areas have expanded the possibilities for outdoor entertainment, and they are being well-utilized by the school in their effort to help students reach their full potential.