Background

The Young and Prosperous Foundation was founded on the belief that mentoring is crucial. Its Founder and CEO, Chris Jones, hails from Southeast San Diego, a community marked by high gang violence and crime rates during his upbringing. With limited resources available for young people, sports emerged as a significant outlet. Coaches in the community often served as role models, mentors, and even surrogate father figures.

Reflecting on his own youth, Chris realized the profound impact additional resources could have had on his trajectory, such as career tours, financial literacy programs, interview techniques, and an understanding of the importance of higher education. This reflection inspired the inception of the Young and Prosperous Foundation.