1Hundred Years Enterprise Foundation

The 1Hundred Years Enterprise Foundation is a U.S. nonprofit organization dedicated to helping formerly incarcerated individuals and at-risk youth lead constructive lives through transformative justice and community engagement.

Background

Founded in the summer of 2020 by Lejon Fahim Reese, Patrick Scott, and Dante Gaines, the organization's name reflects the collective prison experience of its founders, who have served a combined 100 years. The foundation is headquartered at CoBiz Richmond, a high-tech coworking space in downtown Richmond.

Mission and Programs

1Hundred Years Enterprise Foundation focuses on reducing recidivism among vulnerable populations and guiding them away from pathways that might lead to incarceration or early death. The organization offers several key programs:

• Financial Literacy: Education on financial management for young people.
• Pre-Apprenticeship Program: Training youth for apprenticeship readiness, with a focus on construction and building trades, in partnership with the North America Building Trades Unions.
• Life Skills and Support Services: Including mentorship and life coaching to support personal development.
• Community Pathway Program: Providing consistent support to youth struggling with family issues, addiction, and peer pressure.
• Criminal Gang Anonymous: A support group for individuals dealing with gang-related challenges.
• Podcast: "Consequences of Street Life," which explores themes of community and personal transformation.

Partnerships

1Hundred Years Enterprise collaborates with several community organizations, including:

• Contra Costa County Probation Department: Referral partner for youth services.
• Mom’s Demand Action
• Motivated 2 Help Others: A nonprofit founded by Lejon Reese, which partners closely with 1Hundred Years Enterprise.
• Ronnie Bubba Foundation
• Keyz to the Future
• Chevron Richmond: A key supporter, providing resources that have enabled the organization to flourish.

The foundation operates under the National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) classification for rehabilitation services for offenders, focusing on crime and legal-related issues.

Financial Overview

As of 2023, the organization reported revenues of $311,760, with contributions making up the entirety of its income. Total expenses were $270,000, with executive compensation accounting for the majority, amounting to $236,397. The organization holds total assets of $40,543 with no liabilities.

Challenges and Future

1Hundred Years Enterprise faces challenges in securing funding for its expanding programs, particularly in smaller cities with limited resources. Despite these challenges, the organization continues to seek growth and expansion in community engagement and mentorship.

Leadership

• Hubert D Gaines serves as President.
• Patrick Scott holds the position of Secretary.
• Lejon Fahim Reese is the Treasurer.

Each of these leaders contributes their unique experiences and skills to help the organization achieve its mission of reducing recidivism and supporting positive life changes.

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