Changing The World 1 Youth At A Time
Our educational programming is strengthened through the support of parents who are professional educators. Several parents within our community have served as high school principals and college professors, and together they collaboratively developed a curriculum specifically designed for participants in our programs.
As part of our continued growth, we plan to revisit and expand our mentoring model by launching a new initiative in 2024, aligned with our broader 2025 Vision Plan. This enhanced framework is inspired by the model used at Thurgood Marshall Academy in New York City and reflects best practices in academic achievement, leadership development, and student support.
The curriculum was authored by the Vice President of the Fathers Know Best Foundation, who also serves as a current New York City Superintendent, ensuring that our approach is informed by experienced, nationally recognized educational leadership.
The Founders
Mike Richardson, Co-Founder
Education, Disciplinarian
WM Swanston, Co-Founder
Finance, Director
Sean L. Davenport, Co-Founder
Superintendent, New York City School District
Lee Trye, Co-Founder
Athletic Trainer, Logistics Coordinator
The Program
PLAYTIME embarks on their 1st National competition @ Disney Wide World of Sports
PLAYTIME works closely with the brother program, SCAN, @ Mullaly in Bronx, NY
Fathers Know Best Foundation is a family-centered program designed to bring families and communities together in support of youth development. The organization was originally founded to serve students from Bergen County, New Jersey, and within its first year expanded to welcome youth from additional counties across New Jersey as well as the greater Metro New York City area.
Participation in the program is open through an application process, and no prior experience is required to join. Our focus is on providing opportunity, support, and guidance to all youth who are eager to grow, learn, and be part of a positive community.