JUNETEENTH AT WHOLELIFE

Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19th, marks the emancipation of the last enslaved African Americans in the United States, symbolizing freedom and the ongoing struggle for equality. 

Investing in local Black-owned businesses during this time not only honors the historical significance of Juneteenth but also promotes economic empowerment and community growth.
Supporting these enterprises helps to create a more inclusive economy and fosters opportunities for innovation and prosperity within our neighborhoods.

To learn more about the history of Juneteenth and WholeLife member Black-owned businesses, visit the links below.
However, this celebration is juxtaposed against persistent economic disparities that disproportionately affect Black and Brown communities. These disparities manifest in various forms, including income inequality, limited access to quality education, and significant wealth gaps.  

Learn more about the efforts to address these issues at the community level below. These efforts are crucial for creating sustainable change, fostering economic empowerment, and ensuring that the promise of Juneteenth is realized in tangible ways for all.

Pledge of Allegiance by Lexi



Poetry by Jayden

Juneteenth by Shani Taylor

Shani Taylor, a graduate at Forest Lake Academy, has a passion for expressing her voice, both written and spoken, to ignite empathy in others. Her goal is to help people see different perspectives.
Juneteenth

Today we are reminded we’re free
Praising God endlessly
We look back at the chains our ancestors wore
And the heartache they unfairly bore
No longer do we fear these things
Because of the hope each new day brings
We stand now to remember when we were liberated
A day that was once highly anticipated
And now we are truly seen
For it all started on June nineteen

They Promised Freedom by Lexie Williams

Lexie Williams currently attends One School of the Arts and Sciences and is going to be a junior this year. She loves creative writing, especially narrative writing and poetry, drawing, singing, and hanging out with friends. She looks forward to majoring in history with a minor in creative writing when she gets to college.
Artwork by Lexie Williams
THEY PROMISED FREEDOM 

Juneteenth 2023 by Groetry

WE HOPE YOU WILL BE INSPIRED TO SERVE WITHOUT BARRIERS!

Justice Ministry Board
WholeLife Church's Justice Ministries Advisory Board is focused on  bringing justice to the marginalized by unifying our community's resources and expertise in a loving response to those we serve.

DREAM ACADEMY

The U.S. Dream Academy is helping our nation's children reach for their dreams.
Our vision is to lead the next generation of global-minded, character driven youth toward actualizing their full potential.

DESIRE FOUNDATION

The Desire Foundation Inc. engages in a boots on the ground approach to provide community resources in the community of Parramore, one of Central Florida’s most underserved communities.
Understanding that with the proper resources, the trajectory of an individual’s life may be forever positively impacted, The Desire Foundation Inc. hosts major community events on an annual basis to advance its mission.

INSPIRE TO INDEPENDENCE

Our goal is to equip, empower, transition, and transform fathers and young men, 10-23 years old, into independent and self-sufficient adults through one-on-one and group mentoring of life skills.  
INSPIRE was created in response to the increasing number of young fathers and young men who lack self-sufficiency skills for independent adulthood.  
Our targeted mentoring program is specifically tailored for at-risk and underserved, fathers and young men.

PROSPERITY NOW

Together, we advocate for Affordable Housing, Child Wealth Building, Entrepreneurship, Financial Security, Tax Equity, Racial and Ethnic Economic Justice.

POVERTY SOLUTIONS GROUP

Transforming Lives to Transform Communities: Engaging the whole community to end the cycle of generational poverty.

SALT OUTREACH

To share Christ's love by serving the unsheltered through comprehensive mobile drop-in centers.

THE SHARING CENTER

Our goal is to provide those seeking support to overcome trials and regain stability and everyone connected to our mission with a helping hand and kind gesture.

WOMEN ON THE RISE

Women on the Rise International, Inc. (WOTR), is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization formed with the purpose of providing educational and motivational events for women, with a focus on our four pillars:
women’s financial literacy, career development, entrepreneurship, and personal wellness.