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Our Story
Beyond the Streets began with a simple belief: young people deserve more than programs — they deserve people who consistently show up for them.
Our roots in Philadelphia community outreach date back to 2016, with youth camps, holiday drives, family events, and year-round mentorship. In 2023, our leadership launched the Wynnefield Brothers Baseball program after recognizing an opportunity to use sports as a powerful way to connect with young people.
What started as a baseball team quickly became something bigger. As relationships grew, so did the need for mentorship, accountability, educational support, life skills, and opportunities beyond the field.
Today, Beyond the Streets is building on that foundation to create a broader youth-development organization focused on helping young people overcome barriers and build successful futures.
OUR MISSION
OUR MISSION
Beoyond The Streets exsists to foster the growth of at-risk students and student-athletes living in underserved communities by providing mentorships, academic support, mental health support, and access to all sports in the Philadelphia region.
OUR VISION
OUR VISION
We envision communities where every young person has access to mentorship, opportunity, education, positive relationships, and the support necessary to reach their full potential.
Carrin Butts
Carrin Butts
Founder & CEO
Carrin Butts leads Beyond the Streets with a focus on youth development, mentorship, community engagement, and creating opportunities for young people in Philadelphia. His work grew from hands-on coaching and mentorship into a broader vision for addressing barriers facing youth and families.
Christopher Wallace
Christopher Wallace
Co- Founder & COO
Christopher Wallace brings years of community involvement, youth mentorship, coaching, and program leadership to Beyond the Streets. His work has included youth camps, family events, holiday initiatives, and year-round mentorship for young people in Philadelphia.
MENTORSHIP
MENTORSHIP
Consistent relationships that help young people grow.
Accountability
Accountability
Setting expectations and helping young people rise to meet them.
Opportunity
Opportunity
Creating access to experiences, resources, and pathways for success.
Community
Community
Building stronger connections among young people, families, mentors, and neighborhoods.
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