About Us
Our
Story
The Grier Foundation was born from a vision to create a lasting impact in the lives of young people—especially those who are often overlooked or underserved. Founded by Antavious “TJ” Grier, the foundation is committed to empowering high school students through education, leadership development, and access to opportunity. What started as a dream has grown into a dynamic movement rooted in purpose, community, and faith. Our programs, events, and partnerships are designed to open doors, spark confidence, and help students step boldly into their futures. This is more than a foundation—it’s a calling to build leaders, ignite change, and leave a legacy.
INITIATIVES
Our 2025 Vision & Impact In 2025, The Grier Foundation is expanding its reach and deepening its impact with a powerful lineup of initiatives designed to uplift, educate, and equip today’s youth for tomorrow’s opportunities. Our focus this year includes launching the HBCU Awareness Tour—both virtual and in-person—to expose students to the rich legacy and academic excellence of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. We’re also introducing the Youth Leadership Development Cohort, a transformative mentorship program that builds character, leadership skills, and a heart for service. Through our Quarterly Podcast Series: “The Future Talks,” we’re creating conversations that inspire—featuring students, alumni, community leaders, and change-makers sharing stories of triumph, growth, and guidance.
We are also excited to present the inaugural Future Leaders of Tomorrow Fundraising Gala, a formal celebration that honors our community champions, scholarship recipients, and visionaries. This year, we will also launch our Scholarship Fundraising Campaign to support deserving students with the resources they need to succeed in higher education. These powerful initiatives work in harmony with our signature programs like the Voices of Tomorrow HBCU College Fair & Public Speaking Competition, Empowerment Bootcamp Series, Parent Empowerment Nights, and Community Day/Volunteer Impact Weekend. Every initiative is part of a greater mission: to transform lives by creating access, opportunity, and pathways to a brighter future.
