A Life Worth Giving is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to empowering individuals and families in underserved and underrepresented communities to live lives of purpose, dignity, and opportunity. We believe that with access to the right tools, resources, and support, every person can thrive regardless of their socio-economic background or life circumstances.

Rooted in our mission to positively impact lives and communities through service, we work hand-in-hand with local partners, schools, and volunteers to address both immediate needs and long-term challenges. Our vision is bold yet simple: to build a world where every individual has the chance to live a quality, purpose-driven life.

Through a community-driven and Christ-centered approach, ensuring that everything we do reflects His love. Our work focuses on three core areas:

  • Basic Needs Program: We provide critical support including food, clean water, hygiene kits, seasonal clothing, and adult education assistance to help stabilize lives and restore dignity.

  • Student Resource Program: From early childhood through college, we offer educational supplies, coaching, mentoring, digital access, financial assistance, scholarship guidance, and more to close the achievement gap and support academic success.

  • Youth Impact Program: We equip youth in grades 6–12 with the skills, mentorship, and leadership development they need to become confident, resilient, and engaged members of their communities.

Our programs are designed not just to serve, but to transform creating pathways to stability, education, and personal growth. We measure our success through real outcomes: improved well-being, stronger families, higher high school graduation college retention rates, and empowered youth ready to lead.

At A Life Worth Giving, we know that true change happens when people come together with love, compassion and purpose. Whether you're a donor, volunteer, partner, or someone seeking support, we invite you to be part of this journey because every life has value, and every gift has the power to change a future.

Meet the Team

  • Bianca Harris, Ed. D

    Executive Director

    Former K12 Educational Leader and current Education and Nonprofit Consultant

  • Uneeta Mosby-Palmer, MA

    Board Chair

    Director of Corporate Communications and Brand Strategy

  • Odie Harris, Jr.

    Board Member

    Retired NFL player, current published author, Minister, Mentor and Motivational Speaker

  • Latasha Cogdell, MBA

    Board Member

    Corporate Healthcare Director and Small Business Owner

  • Kim Germany, Ed. D

    Board Member

    School District Leader, Educational Leadership Consultant, and published author

  • Debra Giacolone, MA

    Board Member

    Retired K12 Educational Leader and Executive Director of Student Services