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🎙️ Brand Lincoln Podcast | Visionary Youth – Mentorship, Mental Health, and the Power of Community Action

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💡 Episode Overview:

In this episode of Brand Lincoln, we’re joined by Dr. Lawrence Chatters and KB Mensah, the co-founders of Visionary Youth—a nonprofit reshaping what community support really looks like.

What started with a simple idea—offering free back-to-school haircuts for kids—has grown into a powerful movement combining mentorship, mental health awareness, and dignity-driven giving. From Thanksgiving turkey giveaways to a mobile barbershop that doubles as a safe space for teens to talk about life, Visionary Youth is building programs that meet real needs in real time.

We dive into the MIND program, an innovative blend of grooming and guidance, the stories that inspired this mission, and the honest challenges that come with funding community work in today’s world. This episode is equal parts heart, hustle, and hope for what local action can achieve.

🎯 What You’ll Learn:

✔️ How one haircut sparked a city-wide youth empowerment movement
✔️ Why dignity matters in community outreach—especially for kids
✔️ How Visionary Youth is merging barbering with mental health support
✔️ The strategy behind events like the Thanksgiving Drive and Toy Giveaway
✔️ What it takes to build trust with underserved families
✔️ The role of volunteers, fundraising, and creative partnerships in sustaining nonprofit impact
✔️ The vision for expanding mentorship and mental health programs across Lincoln and beyond

💥 Why This Episode Matters:

If you’ve ever questioned whether a small idea can make a big difference—this episode is your proof. Visionary Youth isn’t just another nonprofit. It’s a blueprint for what happens when people lead with empathy, show up consistently, and find new ways to serve the next generation.

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