Who We Are

Our

Mission & Values

Street Smartz Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to empowering youth, young adults, and communities through innovative education, mentorship, and leadership development programs. Our mission is to build confidence, strengthen self-worth, and cultivate future leaders by combining forensic science, career readiness, team-building activities, and social-emotional learning through engaging, real-world experiences.

We extend beyond traditional education by providing wellness workshops, violence prevention initiatives, and community-centered programming. Through mentorship, enrichment opportunities, and meaningful community engagement, we equip participants with the skills, knowledge, and support needed to achieve lifelong success, academically, personally, and professionally.


The Future Starts Here.

At Street Smartz, young men are empowered to dream big, set goals, and commit to becoming the leaders, professionals, and role models they aspire to be.

Founder Dre'mon Miller Shares His Mission on River City Podcast

The Story Behind Street Smartz

What does it take to turn a vision into a movement that changes lives? Street Smartz Founder and Executive Director Dre'mon Miller sits down with Jess Ellett on River City Podcast to share the inspiration behind Street Smartz, the importance of mentorship and community support, and his passion for empowering young men to build brighter futures. Hear the story behind the mission, the impact of investing in our youth, and Dre'mon's vision for what's next.

Our Board

The members of our Board of Directors are dedicated thought leaders who bring a wealth of experience, perspective, and passion to Street Smartz Foundation. Each member contributes a unique set of skills that helps guide and strengthen our mission. Our board operates with full shared responsibility—every member holds voting rights, and all serve on a volunteer basis. No paid staff serve on the board, ensuring leadership that is fully committed to service, integrity, and community impact.
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Dre’mon Miller

President



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Julie Rivenbark

Secretary



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Roderick Davis

Treasurer
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