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John,

 

Will you be joining us for an evening of inspiration? I don’t want you to miss out on an event filled with hope on Thursday, March 12. Help us celebrate our five phenomenal Beat the Odds® honorees who have demonstrated resilience, academic excellence, and a commitment to social change. There is nothing like seeing the smiles on the faces of our five outstanding honorees when they receive their awards. I know it will be a memorable evening, and I would love for you to be part of it.

 

Come experience what hope feels like on March 12! Learn more and RSVP here.

 

Sincerely,

 

Crystal Rucker

Regional Development Director

 

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
 

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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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