Kids | By The Hand Club For Kids

Jackie

Fourth Grade—North Austin

Jackie, a rising fourth grader from North Austin, only recently started attending By The Hand Club, where she was introduced to God for the very first time.

Ra’Shad

Ninth Grade—Englewood

Ra’Shad is a standout student. But that wasn’t always the case. In grade school, Ra’Shad didn’t always see the point of trying.

Alena

Tenth Grade—Austin

Alena, a tenth grader from Austin, brings the joy wherever she goes. “I want to be inspiring. I want to spread love. I want to lift those around me. And I want people to see more for themselves.”

DeAndre

Seventh Grade—Moving Everest

“Mr. Michael always reminds me, ‘You are good. You have a good heart.’”

Djeneba

Graduate—Austin

“When it came to schoolwork, yes, they helped me improve my grades, but more than that, they helped me want it for myself.”

Jermisha

Graduate—Austin

Jermisha was destined to be a successful student.

Anias

Seventh Grade—Cabrini-Green

By The Hand was the first place Anias learned about Jesus.

Mykiara

Twelfth Grade—Altgeld-Murray

Mykiara joined By The Hand as an 8th grader. Now, a senior from Altgeld, she is looking forward to her future.

Lashawn

Seventh Grade—Altgeld-Murray

Lashawn, a seventh-grader at the Altgeld site, is thankful for the leaders at By The Hand Club. He says, “Ms. Anissa encouraged me to get involved with choir.