Impact in Action
Every program, every workshop, and every mentorship moment is designed to build scholar-leaders who lift their families, schools, and community.
Where Our Scholars Come From
A snapshot of our 2026 applicant class. Schools represented, grade levels served, and program distribution across Leon County, Florida.
Schools Represented
Top schools by applicant count
Program Mix
Applicants by track
Grade Levels Served
Scholars by grade band
Drawing scholars from 16 schools across Leon County. Public, charter, magnet, and homeschool.
Our 2026 class spans grades 3 through 12, with returning scholars making up 62% of applicants. A measure of the program's lasting impact on the families we serve.
Source: AELF 2026 Program Applicant Profile (deduplicated). Figures are aggregate only. No individual scholar information is shared publicly.
Published Programmatic Reports
Explore evaluation summaries, applicant profiles, campaign magazines, and strategic frameworks that document our work in the community.
2026 Parent-Student Evaluation Report
An independent evaluation of program effectiveness, parent impact, and the 2027 roadmap across AELF's three leadership pathways.
2026 Student Snapshot
A privacy-safe profile of the 2026 applicant pool: schools represented, grade bands, program mix, and returning-family rates.
K.O.Y.A. Magazine Report
A magazine-style report on the importance of monthly giving and the programs subscriptions sustain for our scholar-leaders.
The Foundation Review — Summer 2026
The official magazine-style edition chronicling the 80th anniversary season, program highlights, and volunteer milestones.
AELF Theory of Change
Our strategic framework translating mission and vision into measurable short-term, intermediate, and long-term outcomes.
Foundation Overview Brochure
A parent's guide to AELF: mission, program pathways, parent voices, and a clear path to enrollment.
What Parents & Students Are Saying
From the 2026 Parent & Student Evaluation Report. In their own words.
of parents reported a major or significant impact on their sons
2026 Parent & Student Evaluation Report
“The Brotherhood.”
“I don't want them to beat me.”
“He was battling a little more than he could handle. Mr. DuBois helped us keep him.”
“He has the confidence to stand in front of a crowd now.”
“He's actually studying for. And writing. His assignments.”
“Vision Planning, N.O.B.L.E., and FAMU STEM Day were our favorites.”
Accountability to Our Community
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (Tax ID 59-3560158), we publish program evaluations and campaign reports so every family, partner, and supporter can see our impact.
Thank You to Our Community
Whether you are a parent, educator, volunteer, donor, or partner, you are part of this story. Together we advance scholarship, mentorship, and leadership development for the youth of Tallahassee and beyond.
The Alpha Educational & Leadership Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Tax ID 59-3560158. All youth programs are provided at no cost to participating families.