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Why Strive Hall Exists

Strive Hall exists to support institutions in engaging students early and strengthening readiness during critical academic and career decision points.

Many students encounter higher education and career exploration without the confidence, exposure, or momentum needed to move forward with clarity. Strive Hall was created to address this gap through intentional, experience-based engagement aligned with institutional support.

Our work focuses on helping students build readiness before disengagement occurs.

Strive Hall Youth Programs represents the charitable initiative of Strive Hall’s work with students.

An Experience-Based Approach to Student Readiness

Strive Hall uses experiential learning as a foundation for early engagement and readiness development.

Rather than relying on passive instruction, our approach emphasizes:

  • Active participation

  • Guided reflection

  • Real-world context

  • Supportive, structured experiences

This approach allows students to explore possibilities, build confidence, and develop momentum while remaining connected to institutional pathways.

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The programs operate through nonprofit-aligned partnerships to ensure transparency, accessibility, and institutional compliance.

Leadership Grounded in Education and Experience

Strive Hall is led by educators and program leaders with experience designing and facilitating student-centered learning environments.

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Founder and Executive Director

Quay Longs

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Co-Founder and Director of Programs

Jamaree Jones

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” —Nelson Mandela

Our Commitment to Students and Institutions

    Strive Hall is committed to:

  • Early engagement as a foundation for readiness

  • Student-centered, experience-based learning

  • Collaboration with institutional partners

  • Clear, ethical, and supportive program design

Our work is guided by respect for institutional ecosystems and a shared commitment to student success.

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Strive Hall's Latest News: Updates, features, and recognitions highlighting the work of Strive Hall Youth Programs.

Brothers Teach Others How to Strive for Success

Source: FGCU 360 • Date: November 18, 2022
Strive Hall’s co-founders were featured in FGCU 360 for their work creating immersive college experiences that help students build confidence and explore future pathways.
🔗 Read the full article: https://fgcu360.com/2022/11/18/brothers-teach-others-how-to-strive-for-success/
 

Striving for Success

Source: New Horizons of Southwest Florida • Date: April 23, 2025
Strive Hall’s work supporting student readiness and engagement was featured by New Horizons of SWFL, highlighting the organization’s impact in the region and approaches to empowering youth.
🔗 Read the full article: https://newhorizonsofswfl.org/2025/04/23/striving-for-success/
 

FGCU Dropout Returns to School, Starts Program to Motivate At-Risk Young Adults

Source: Gulf Coast News Now 
Strive Hall co-founders were featured in Gulf Coast News Now, highlighting how their work began from personal experience and has grown into programming designed to inspire and motivate at-risk young adults on their education and career journeys.
🔗 Read the full article: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/fgcu-dropout-returns-to-school-starts-program-to-motivate-at-risk-young-adults/46749184#vuukle-emote
 

Workforce Development: Helping the Future Workforce Reach Their Potential

Source: Futuremakers Coalition 
Strive Hall Youth Programs was featured by Futuremakers Coalition for its efforts in strengthening early engagement and readiness as part of workforce development, empowering students to explore opportunities and develop skills needed for future success.
🔗 Read the full article: https://www.futuremakerscoalition.com/workforce-development-helping-the-future-workforce-reach-their-potential/
 

Immokalee Students Are All Business After Competing in Their Own “Shark Tank”

Source: FOX 4 Now 
Strive Hall Youth Programs was featured on FOX 4 Now for its role in empowering Immokalee students to apply entrepreneurial thinking through a student-driven pitch competition modeled after “Shark Tank,” highlighting real-world skill development and community engagement.
🔗 Read the full article: https://www.fox4now.com/immokalee/immokalee-students-are-all-business-after-competing-in-their-own-shark-tank

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Strive Hall Youth Programs operates as a charitable initiative supported by Strive Hall and nonprofit partnerships.

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