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LAUNCH PAD NYC
Launch Pad NYC is a initiative that supports personal, family, and community well-being.
Our Mission and Vision
Personal Transformation
Individual healing journey through compassionate, trauma-informed support
Family Unity
Strengthening family bonds and creating supportive home environments
Community Development
Building resilient, interconnected neighborhoods through collective empowerment.
Documenting Our Journey
Behind the Scenes
Serves as a powerful testament to the transformative effect Launch Pad has on individuals and communities.
Personal Stories
Showcasing a journey of healing and empowerment.
Community Impact
By sharing these stories, we aim to inspire broader change and highlight the importance of trauma-informed, community-based initiatives.
Understanding Our Market
Primary Audience
Individuals aged 13-24 from underserved and marginalized communities in NYC.
Secondary Audience
Families, local community organizations, schools, justice-involved youth programs, mental health agencies, and community leaders seeking to foster change and wellness.
Market Needs and Trends

Trauma-informed Support
Access to credible messengers who can relate to participants' struggles and provide culturally relevant services.

Holistic Programs
Initiatives that promote healing, community leadership, economic empowerment, and social justice.

Rising Awareness
Increasing demand for community-based programs that address systemic inequities and mental health.

Restorative Justice
Growing emphasis on restorative justice practices to build resilience within marginalized communities.
Programs
Community Empowerment
Leadership development workshops and peer-to-peer mentoring to create community change-makers.
Trauma-Informed Healing Circles
Safe spaces for sharing stories, healing from trauma, and building resilience, guided by credible messengers.
Family Wellness
Family counseling, workshops, and activities promoting unity and communication.
Economic Empowerment
Job training, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship workshops for economic independence.
Our Leadership Team
Keyonn Shepard
Founder/CEO: Leading the team and ensuring program execution
Larnez Kinsey
Chief Executive Officer: Overseeing vision, strategy, and partnerships
Takeesha Wright-Shepard
Director of Family Services: Managing family support services
NOE
Director of Media and Marketing:
Keith Brown
Director of Community Engagement and Inclusion
Join Our Movement
1
Engage
Participate in our programs or volunteer your skills
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Partner
Collaborate with us to expand our reach and impact
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Fund
Support our mission through donations or grants
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Spread the Word
Share our story and help us inspire broader change
Launch Pad is more than a program; it's a movement driving personal and community transformation. Join us in our mission to create a ripple effect of healing, empowerment, and resilience across New York City. Together, we can change the paradigm for NYC's underserved communities.
Take the First Step
Ready to ignite personal and community transformation? Reach out to our team today.
Together, we can build a better NYC.