A Factor Analysis of Neighborhood Factors and Their Impact on Educational Outcomes We integrate relationship skill building and socio-emotional wellness into our programs to help students develop critical emotional regulation, empathy, and decision-making skills. By focusing on these areas, we empower students to make positive behavioral choices, fostering a more supportive and constructive learning environment. […]

Source: WRTV : Repost Fight for Life Foundation 8/26/2025 – Teachers at the Sankofa School of Success now have a dedicated space to unwind during the school day, thanks to a new partnership between the Fight for Life Foundation and Simon Malls. The not-for-profit organization, founded by former Indianapolis Colts player Marlin Jackson, unveiled the […]

Joshua Lopez-Martinez is one of the 2025 Building Dreams Student Champions! As a 5th grader last school year at IPS Frederick Douglass 19, Joshua contributed to a positive school and classroom culture that created Winning Moments for students and educators! He modeled Healthy Habits by making good decisions that displayed Focus, Effort, and Respect for […]

This week, the GVPLA community came together for their Ice Cream Social Back-to-School event, and the excitement for the year ahead was contagious. Families filled the halls, greeting teachers, reconnecting with friends, and learning more about the Building Dreams platform while enjoying a sweet treat. While meeting their child’s teacher in the classroom, parents received […]

On Thursday, August 7 from 6–9 PM we Kicked off the Colts preseason with a night of fun, friendly competition, and community impact! Former Colts standout, and current FFL CEO Marlin Jackson, emceed the high-energy Colts Trivia Event in partnership with the Skyline Club. Guests enjoyed the following: 🎉 Silent auction, all proceeds supported the […]

Source: South Bend Tribune | Repost Fight for Life Foundation 8/6/2025 – Believe it or not, school is just around the corner, and these last few weeks of summer are the perfect time for families to start helping their students prepare for the new school year. Here are six tips to set students up for […]

At Fight for Life Foundation, we believe winning moments aren’t just reserved for the field—they happen every single day. Founded by Marlin Jackson, former Indianapolis Colts cornerback #28, who made the game-winning play in the 2006 AFC Championship, we know these moments can be unexpected, powerful, and life-changing. Just like in football, where you don’t […]

At Frederick Douglass School 19, they believe in nurturing the whole child. Our Building Dreams Spotlight takes you behind the scenes: from joyful classroom moments to school‑wide celebrations that reinforce academic growth, social skills, and emotional resilience. This video is part of our commitment to building a brighter future, one curious mind at a time. Watch, […]

Voices from the Classroom Panel Highlight: During the 2025 Building Dreams Champions Breakfast, the Voices From the Classroom discussion was more than just a panel—it was a powerful 30-minute conversation spotlighting the real experiences of educators and administrators using Fight for Life Foundation’s Building Dreams platform to transform learning environments and student outcomes. Through this […]

Source: The Statehousefile.com | Repost Fight for Life Foundation 7/8/2025 – In 2020, Rochelle Muhammad, a Merrillville mother who worked the night shift to provide for her teenage son, received some unexpected mail. It was a summons to appear in court after her son was late to school too many times. “I felt attacked,” she […]