LaunchPad The Center believes meaningful impact begins by creating spaces where young people feel supported, encouraged, and empowered to grow into confident leaders. Through community partnerships and youth-centered programming, we are proud to support initiatives like Shine Your Light Christian Youth Leadership Camp, an experience dedicated to helping students strengthen their confidence, faith, leadership, and sense of purpose.  Founded by speaker, author, educator, and y

At LaunchPad The Center, we believe creating safer environments for youth requires both advocacy and action. Recently, LaunchPad joined leaders, advocates, and community partners at Girl Scouts of Central Texas in support of a new online safety initiative launched through Not on Our Watch TX, an initiative of Texas Women in Business in partnership with Girl Scouts of Central Texas and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. The initiative introduced a new online

At LaunchPad The Center, we are committed to expanding access and opportunity for youth both locally and globally. Through our ongoing partnership with Jeremiah's Family Ministry, we continue to support students with the resources and stability they need to pursue their education and build a stronger future. Through this collaboration, LaunchPad provides direct support to students through educational sponsorships, helping ensure access to school, essential resources, and long

The Girls of Legacy Annual Spring Luncheon and Coaching Development Session brought together our students for an impactful, hands-on learning experience centered on one of the most critical life skills: communication. Led by Cherie B. Mathews, the session focused on both verbal and non-verbal communication and how these skills directly influence opportunities, relationships, and long-term career success. Rather than a traditional lecture, the experience was intentionally desi

At our core, we believe every young person deserves access to opportunity, guidance, and a safe space to grow—regardless of where they start. We know that for many in our community, the path forward is not always clear. Barriers exist, resources can be limited, and too often, potential goes untapped. That’s why we exist. At LaunchPad – The Center, we are committed to creating an environment where youth and young adults are not just supported, but truly seen, equipped, and emp

Principal and Assistant Principal of North East High School in Austin meet with Maria Hernandez (long standing community partner of LaunchPad) and Rebecca Contreras and Crystaline Lopez to discuss YEW Mentoring Forum event in October 2026. We are excited to officially announce the launch of the first-ever Young Enterprising Women Mentoring Forum in Austin , coming this October in partnership with Young Enterprising Women, LaunchPad, and Northeast Early College High School . R

At LaunchPad The Center, we are committed to supporting organizations that expand access to care, stability, and opportunity for individuals navigating some of life’s most critical moments. Our continued involvement with Agape Women's Clinic reflects this commitment, as their work centers on providing guidance, resources, and support to women, men, and families facing unplanned pregnancies. We had the opportunity to be part of the 2025 Pardners for Life Banquet, an evening de

At LaunchPad, we believe access to opportunity includes access to the arts, culture, and experiences that strengthen community. That is why we were proud to support and be a sponsor for Mariachi Rock Revolution: The Electrified Experience at the Long Center as part of our continued commitment to investing in youth, families, and meaningful community-centered work across Austin. Held on September 14, 2025, the concert brought together artists, community members, and supporter

Rebecca gathered the Girls of Legacy students and mentor team for a holiday lunch at Maggiano’s at The Domain in Austin, Texas, celebrating a season of gratitude, connection, and shared impact from 2025. The time together honored the power of mentorship, leadership, and the meaningful relationships that continue to shape lives and communities. While not every student and mentor was able to attend due to travel and scheduling, the gathering provided a meaningful opportunity fo

Girls of Legacy Family Relief Fund – Jamaica Hurricane Recovery DONATE HERE: https://www.launchpadthecenter.org/campaigns Alaiysha has been part of our LaunchPad family since the launch of our signature Girls of Legacy scholarship and mentorship program. She joined our very first class in 2022 and embodies everything this initiative was built to do — to break barriers, open doors, and create ripple effects of change across generations. Just last year, her family traveled f

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Cabin named in LP Founders Name, "Contreras Cabin" David, speaker at MAN UP, Calebs Ranch Retreat LaunchPad is honored to support the transformative work happening at Caleb’s Ranch, a space dedicated to strengthening men, families, and communities across Texas. On March 15th, the Ranch hosted its annual MAN UP Weekend, drawing more than 120 minority men and young men for a powerful day of leadership development, growth, and brotherhood. This year’s gathering included impactfu

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"This afternoon, I am deeply moved and profoundly enriched. Today, I had the privilege of meeting the family of my exceptional Girls of...