THE REAL WINGS is a nonprofit organization empowering Baltimore youth. Real Wings mentors to girls aged 10 to 15, and The G Boys Club is for boys aged 8 to 16.

Both programs build confidence and teach etiquette, poise, finance, health, and spiritual awareness in a fun and interactive way. The youth learn coping skills to maintain healthy relationships and discover their inner strengths and outer worth to become the best version of themselves.

We believe in self-love, self-control, and self-confidence to Shine Like a Star!

R.E.A.L. means Reliable, Enthusiastic, Adaptable, and Loving.

W.I.N.G.S. means Where Impressive Noble Girls Shine.

Janice Bryant-Baker founded The Real Wings, Inc., a 501c3 nonprofit, in 2013. She had been a school teacher earlier in her career, served as a review controller and case manager for Maryland's Department of Social Services, coached softball for 20 years, and became a youth trainer and mentor to found The Real Wings and make a difference for Baltimore youth. The organization is guided by board members Cherie Jones, Lauretta Lyn-Katsriku, June Dennis, Gary Baker, and Jade' Baker, who provide innovative ideas and leadership. Volunteers Cynthia Collins, Aysha Collins, Letisha Demery, and Courtney Green host events and assist with the mentorship for the girls, and Gary Baker, George Lee, and Travis Smalls do the same with the boys. In 2024,

The Real Wings is expanding to serve more girls and boys, aiming to transform girls into young ladies and boys into young men through etiquette and life skills training. To do this, the organization would like to hire young adults who have graduated from the program to work with younger people in a way that supports their livelihoods. Youth in the programs will experience workshops discussing topics such as banking, financial security, health, public speaking and conflict resolution led by experts. We will experience more field trips to visit places of interest outside of their neighborhoods.

As we continue to empower Baltimore youth, we aspire to help them to know that they can accomplish anything in the community they are a part of in Baltimore or the world.

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Let's GIVE BACK to Baltimore Youth this Giving Tuesday

By The Real Wings Inc

Let's GIVE BACK to Baltimore Youth this Giving Tuesday

"Be A Shining Star" for Giving Tuesday 2024