Celebrating Leadership: Tyrone Gardner Receives Urban Dove’s Making a Difference 2025 Award

We are thrilled to share that our Founder and Lead Mentor, Tyrone Gardner, has been honored with the Making a Difference 2025 Award by Urban Dove Charter School — a recognition that speaks to his dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to empowering young people.

For the past two years, Tyrone has partnered closely with Urban Dove to mentor students weekly, offering guidance, life skills, and consistent support. What began as a 10-week pilot program has now grown into a full school-year initiative, with three additional mentors a testament to the program’s impact and to the MOTM4L team's ability to connect deeply with the youth they serve.

A Mentor Who Shows Up—Every Week, Every Season

Tyrone’s leadership is rooted in presence. Week after week, he brings encouragement, structure, and positivity to the classroom. Whether he’s coaching students through personal challenges, helping them set goals, or simply giving them the space to be heard, his influence has created a safe and transformative environment.

Students and staff alike have shared how Tyrone’s mentorship has strengthened confidence, motivation, and community within the school—and this award reflects those collective voices.

A Well-Deserved Recognition

The Making a Difference award celebrates individuals who go above and beyond to uplift their communities and have an impact on the students, and Tyrone does that effortlessly. His work with Urban Dove is an example of what happens when mentorship meets heart: lives are shaped, opportunities grow, and futures open up.

We are incredibly proud of Tyrone for this achievement and grateful for his continued leadership within Mentor on the Move 4 Life.

Looking Ahead

With the expansion of the program and continued collaboration with Urban Dove, we’re excited to see even more students benefit from this work. Tyrone’s award is not just a milestone—it’s motivation to keep building, keep showing up, and keep making a difference.

Congratulations, Tyrone! Your impact continues to inspire us all.