Our Programs

Poised & Dapper are Made for Bigger’s mentorship initiatives for teen girls and young men. Through weekly mentorship, leadership development, and character-building experiences, participants grow in confidence, discipline, and purpose.

Poised empowers teen girls to become confident, driven women equipped to make a lasting impact for generations to come. Dapper cultivates brotherhood, etiquette, and leadership in young men through guidance from established community leaders and businessmen.

Our mentorship initiatives include:
Human Trafficking Initiative | Made for Bigger’s Human Trafficking Initiative is dedicated to awareness, prevention, and survivor support. We work to educate communities, advocate for freedom, and partner with local resources to help individuals reclaim safety, dignity, and hope.

Autism with Color is dedicated to empowering and advocating for children of color with autism. We recognize the unique challenges faced by autistic children of color, who often experience disparities in access to services, understanding, and acceptance. We are dedicated to ensuring equal opportunities for autistic children to help them reach their full potential.

Driven by Dr. Gabriel Powell’s vision to make a lasting impact on the local community, Made for Bigger, Inc. was established in 2017. Our major outreach initiatives include: 

Bookbag Bash |Since 2017, we fill hundreds of bookbags with essential school supplies and distribute them to students from low-income families. 

Proud Eats Food Pantry | In partnership with a local food bank, each month, we operate a full food distribution center to provide essential groceries and fresh produce to those in need. 

Toys for Joy | Since 2019, we spread joy and brighten the holiday season by providing toys to children in our local community. The goal is to alleviate financial strain during the holidays.

Apex Grit | Apex Grit is a fitness initiative focused on building physical strength, mental resilience, and disciplined habits. Through accessible training and community accountability, participants develop grit that impacts every area of life.

Through our counseling sector, we are committed to promoting mental health and well-being by providing accessible and compassionate counseling services. Our mission is to support individuals and families on their journey toward healing, resilience, and personal growth.