Reimagining the Power of Sport in Juvenile Justice
Physical and Mental Health • Character Development • Career Exploration • Higher Education Access
Our mission is simple
Use the power of sport to successfully reintegrate incarcerated youth back into society.
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Physical fitness programs can reduce recidivism rates among juvenile offenders by up to 25%.
National Institute of Justice
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Incarcerated youth who participated in physical fitness programs were 45% less likely to commit new crimes compared to those who did not participate.
National Institute of Justice
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Only 14% of juvenile correctional facilities provide the recommended 150 minutes per week of physical education
Campaign for Youth Justice
Project Flex is more than a fitness program
It’s a life-changing initiative that empowers young people to reach their full potential.
Flex Your Muscle
Your donations to Project Flex give incarcerated youth the tools and support they need to build brighter futures for themselves and their communities.
Research Partners & Affiliates
University of North Carolina at Greenboro
Texas A&M University
University of Delaware
Royal Holloway University of London
University of North Carolina at Greenboro
The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice