 Tenacity, Inc., works closely with Boston’s inner-city youth to provide the support they need to achieve success throughout their lives. The unique Tenacity model combines training in literacy and life skills with physical exercise and athletic competition. While Boston struggles with a high school dropout rate of about 30 percent, 95 percent of Tenacity alumni complete high school.
The Tenacity program operates largely through the dedicated commitment of volunteers. Many volunteers work with youth through the Tenacity Middle School Academy (MSA), which provides tutoring and mentoring both in small groups and on an individual basis. Writing, reading comprehension, and vocabulary development are key components of the MSA literacy curriculum, while its tennis curriculum focuses on technique as well as individual and team competition. MSA currently operates in five sites in Boston.
Volunteers also work in the College Prep Tutor Bank. The College Prep program focuses on important life skills like communication, problem solving, and self-advocacy. In addition, students learn how to set personal and academic goals and institute strategies to achieve them.
Other short-term Tenacity volunteer opportunities are also available. These opportunities may include summer programs, small projects, and single events. Interested individuals can apply to volunteer directly at Tenacity.org.
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