SOCMINC

SOCMINC (Save Our Children Movement Inc) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of youth ages 10-17 in Charlotte, NC through comprehensive summer camp and after-school programs. The summer camp provides a safe, supportive environment where children focus on academic advancement, leadership development, and artistic expression. With over 40 youth served in past summers, the program emphasizes schoolwork assistance, creative arts activities, and recreational oppo SOCMINC (Save Our Children Movement Inc) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of youth ages 10-17 in Charlotte, NC through comprehensive summer camp and after-school programs. The summer camp provides a safe, supportive environment where children focus on academic advancement, leadership development, and artistic expression. With over 40 youth served in past summers, the program emphasizes schoolwork assistance, creative arts activities, and recreational opportunities while providing two nutritious meals per day to support student success and well-being. Beyond the summer camp, SOCMINC operates an expanding after-school program in partnership with West Charlotte Public Library, running three days per week with plans to expand to five days in June. The organization takes a holistic approach to youth development, addressing mental health, financial literacy, job training, and apprenticeship opportunities. Through collaborative partnerships with community organizations, government entities, the Mecklenburg Sheriff’s department, and local YMCA, SOCMINC creates pathways for underprivileged youth to develop essential life skills, gain mentorship, and access economic opportunities. SOCMINC’s mission centers on changing the course of children’s lives through community support and engagement. The organization specifically serves low-income areas of Mecklenburg County, providing not just recreational and educational activities, but also family support services and crime prevention initiatives. By combining academic support with leadership training, arts enrichment, and real-world job preparation, SOCMINC empowers youth to overcome barriers and build brighter futures.