I am a first generation college student from Sandusky, Ohio. Reflecting back, the odds were against me. I did not have anyone that I looked up to but, I did know what I did not want to settle for. College was the way for me. With no guidance, one scholarship, and a low ACT score, my collegiateContinue reading “Shantaris Brown”
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David Tompkins
My name is David James Tompkins, Son of Jim, and Teresa Tompkins. I am 23 years old and currently attending Columbus State University to obtain an Associate of Science degree in Psychology. I would like to humbly accept this award by sharing my testimony and path unto receiving this gracious gift. First and foremost, I must give all the glory to God who has directed my steps in light, through Him IContinue reading “David Tompkins”
Antwan Hollman II
My name is Antwan Hollman II and I am from Columbus, Ohio from the Forest Park area. I am a junior at KIPP Columbus High School. I started playing football at the age of 5 and got to bond with my big cousin over it. Sadly, he passed away in a double homicide but theContinue reading “Antwan Hollman II”
Jada Mays
Hi! I’m Jada Mays I was originally born in Florida but I moved to Houston, Texas very soon after! Around the time i started middle school — I entered Alvin ISD, where I attended Manvel Junior High & Manvel High School. Over my time there I had many great teachers and educators that impacted me.Continue reading “Jada Mays”
Devon vs. Dr. Carter
*Release Date: August 19th, 2026 Yesterday I Fell The REAL Me The Mission
Perfect Timing
*Release Date: June 19th, 2026 Whatever It Take Should’ve Went 2 School Lord Knows Turn the Page
REAL Life Too
REAL Life Too BIG All This Money I Wish You Would
Brianna Rodgers
My Name is Brianna Rodgers. I am from Columbus Ohio and have just recently graduated from Upper Arlington High School. Throughout my years in Upper Arlington I have had many experiences that have helped me progress and get where I am today. During my junior and senior year of high school I was co-president ofContinue reading “Brianna Rodgers”
Media
Media Videos/photos of REAL in action in your city Local educational content/news Educational “street interviews” in your city Send local content for REAL’s quarterly newsletter Send at least 5 potential stories to REAL’s media team (unique content and re-posts) Send content ideas for at least 1 post Conduct and send at least 1 street educationContinue reading “Media”
Events
Plan, organize, and run one REAL event per semester in their community Helping You Pass Everything (HYPE) Lyrically Gifted REAL Chess Tournament REAL Recognize REAL REAL Retreat Schedule a meeting with the HQ sales team to coordinate necessary event supplies (2 months prior to event) REAL Conditioning – help facilitate (if needed) Successfully plan andContinue reading “Events”
