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A direct response to the opportunity gap
In the United States, more than one in five children are living in poverty. The effects of poverty on children can cause a wide range of challenges for both children and their families, including negative outcomes related to educational attainment and income earned.
The Mariano Rivera Save 653 Foundation confronts these inequalities head-on through targeted programs in underserved communities. Central to our mission is the Save 653 Mentorship Program, which bridges gaps in education by providing access to essential resources and training, as well as the opportunity for employment following successful program completion.
The Save 653 Mentorship Program includes life-skills workshops, one-on-one coaching, and career exploration opportunities in digital and print media, culinary arts, and first responder fields.
The Four Bases
Each base builds practical confidence and prepares students for the next step.First Base
Introduction to personal development, including personal presentation, character building, and goal-setting.
Second Base
Technical training and education, including a suite of technical certifications for employment.
Third Base
Career readiness, including budgeting, financial literacy, and resume preparation.
Home Plate
Career launch, including one-on-one mentorship and job performance coaching.
Program Leadership
Meet Carlos Perez
Carlos Perez is the esteemed principal of Windsor School in Pompton Lakes, NJ, a distinguished institution catering to students with learning and behavioral challenges. With over 15 years of educational expertise, Carlos has collaborated with prominent districts including Jersey City Public Schools, Newark Public Schools, and Newark Charter Schools.
Beyond his administrative role, Carlos is a dynamic motivational speaker, captivating audiences nationally and internationally. His impactful speaking engagements have touched lives in juvenile centers, youth programs, camps, and professional NFL teams.
Before his distinguished career in education and mentorship in Newark, NJ, Carlos excelled on the football field as a three-year starter at the University of Florida, later bringing lessons in teamwork and leadership into his work as a mentor.