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John, can you join us for an evening of inspiration? On Thursday, March 12, in Washington, D.C., we’ll honor five outstanding young peopleCaleb, Adeolu, Diana, Jazmen, and Mikaela—for their resilience, academic excellence, and commitment to social change at the Children’s Defense Fund’s Beat the Odds® celebration.

 
Adeolu
 

 Impact Lives 


The Beat the Odds program has served nearly 150 young people in the Washington, D.C. region over the past 30 years. Currently 30 high school and college students are being supported with scholarships and leadership development programming.

 Change that Lasts 


Beat the Odds alumni have gone on to successful careers as teachers, public servants, engineers, and doctors.

 
Diana
 
 
Mikaela
 

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Caleb
 
 
Jazmen
 

 Join Us! 

 

Join us in person as we honor these five exceptional young people whose lives offer examples of the challenges no child should face, as well as the incredible potential that exists in every child. 

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