by Jprimos | Jun 16, 2014 | Feature
Often times you hear about single mothers raising their sons and the rest of the story isn’t necessarily good. My story is different. I would not have had it any other way. My mother did a great job raising me. Against the odds, against all weapons formed...
by Jprimos | Apr 29, 2014 | Main
LEGACY’s Arts/Theater Youth Program is a production course designed to equip students, ages 11 -18, with the skills necessary to put on a full production. LEGACY students will complete modules in subjects such as drama, comedy, set design, costume design,...
by LEGACY | Jul 18, 2012 | Fiscal Responsibility
I have come to use elephants a lot in telling stories. I first used an elephant to describe my weight loss campaign. I pose this question “How do you eat an elephant?…one bite at a time†to describe how we deal with the problems confronting our youth. We tackle...
by Jprimos | Jul 12, 2012 | Feature, Fiscal Responsibility
Why Arts & Theater Are So Important by Ryan McCord-Bey What if school had something consistently going on that genuinely made kids and parents want to go and actively participate in their school community. Visual and performing arts programming provides an equally...
by LEGACY | Jul 12, 2012 | WE CAN'T WEIGHT(tm)
Sunday, March 18, 2012 at approx. 1:30 PM I went for my weigh in. I had lost another 5lbs and instantly I became uninspired and unmotivated. I started reflecting over the last month on what I ate and how much I exercised. I couldn’t believe all the work I put in all...
by LEGACY | May 16, 2012 | WE CAN'T WEIGHT(tm)
Today was a day of reflection. Recently, I got news of a friend that was sick. She really didn’t know how sick she was until she went to the doctor. This made me think a lot about what has happen in the last year after my three-mile walk. I don’t know my max...
by LEGACY | Mar 21, 2012 | Fiscal Responsibility
Sunday, March 18, 2012 at approx. 1:30 PM I went for my weigh in. I had lost another 5lbs and instantly I became uninspired and unmotivated. I started reflecting over the last month on what I ate and how much I exercised. I couldn’t believe all the work I put...
by Jprimos | Mar 19, 2012 | Fiscal Responsibility
The stage play “The Choice Is Yours” is coming to Kansas City April 6th and 7th at Paseo High School! Please come out and support! Part of the proceeds from the play will be donated to LEGACY Foundation if purchased directly from LEGACY. Also TG2 is...
by Jprimos | Dec 26, 2011 | WE CAN'T WEIGHT(tm)
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by LEGACY | Dec 24, 2011 | Fiscal Responsibility, WE CAN'T WEIGHT(tm)
Join in the challenge by creating your own page. Have your family and friends donate based on your weight loss. The dollar amounts can be based off your per pound loss or use your imagination. The goal is to raise proceeds for LEGACY’s programs:...
by LEGACY | Dec 23, 2011 | WE CAN'T WEIGHT(tm)
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by LEGACY | Dec 3, 2011 | Events, WE CAN'T WEIGHT(tm)
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by LEGACY | Nov 28, 2011 | Fiscal Responsibility, WE CAN'T WEIGHT(tm)
Legacy Foundation President Jonathan F. Smith plans to lose 100 pounds in a campaign to demonstrate to youth how to be healthy, raise awareness about the troubles facing inner city youth. After leaving his job of 20 years Jonathan has decided to dedicate his life to...
by LEGACY | Oct 20, 2011 | Fiscal Responsibility
Two dreams converged this month when PACESES began offering tutoring to young consumers on Thursday evenings. PACESES management had recognized the need kids have for support in succeeding at school. Jonathan F. Smith had founded the Legacy Foundation to give youth...
by LEGACY | Jan 25, 2011 | Fiscal Responsibility
The word legacy is one that often crosses the mind of anyone who sustains any level of achievement in this life. If you achieve, what normally follows is the desire to achieve more or to sustain said achievement. That sentiment should differ little whether we’re...
by LEGACY | Jan 14, 2011 | Feature, Fiscal Responsibility
One of the most popular sayings among kids these days is the abbreviated phrasing of “Oh My Gosh” or OMG. It’s everywhere. In conversation, in text messages, in tweets on Facebook. Any time someone wants to emote or express excitement,...
by JaquitaJackson | Nov 29, 2010 | Fiscal Responsibility
In our economy today, everything seems unstable. Between business outsourcing, business closing, foreclosures on the rise, and over 20 % of African Americans are unemployed, it seems like a never-ending spiral downward. A lot of our children today have feelings of...
by Shenell Hill | Oct 6, 2017 | Fiscal Responsibility
THIS EVENT IS FREE! Registration is required. Please pre-register for the event. Pre-registration will close on Friday, October 20, 2017 REGISTRATION FORM HERE By Kev Moye’ For LEGACY Foundation LEGACY eager to host “We Can’t Weight To Stay Fit†KANSAS CITY,...
by Jprimos | Sep 26, 2016 | Fiscal Responsibility
THIS EVENT IS FREE REGISTRATION FORM Please pre-register for the event.  Pre-registration will close on Friday, October 21st Join the WE CAN’T WEIGHT™ campaign by joining us to walk or run each Sunday (10/2, 10/9, 10/16) @ 2:45pm at the J C Nichols...
by Jprimos | Feb 23, 2016 | Events, Feature, Main
By Kev Moy̩ For LEGACY Foundation Skyler Foster is the epitome of a black girl who rocks. A magnanimous individual who takes pride in being a woman and an African American РFoster has established a goal to make an indelible impact on society. She is cognizant...
by Jprimos | Jan 19, 2016 | Events, Feature, Main, WE CAN'T WEIGHT(tm)
The LEGACY Foundation will present an event designed to promote productive dialogue and solutions for youths who struggle academically. A public forum titled, “Navigating The Waters of The Educational System II” is scheduled to take place Saturday, Feb.,...
by Jprimos | Sep 19, 2015 | Feature, Main
By Kev Moyé              Micah Talbert aspires to become an esteemed, professional dancer. If her family pedigree and what she’s accomplished thus far is any indication, the dance enthusiast will transform her dream into a reality. The daughter...
by Jprimos | Aug 11, 2015 | Events, Feature, Main
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by Jprimos | Jun 10, 2015 | Feature, Main
Does your child act? Does your child sing, rap, or dance? Does your child play an instrument? Does your child recite spoken word? Does your child want to learn how a production comes together or how to direct a play? LEGACY’s Arts/Theater Youth Program is a...
by Jprimos | Jun 3, 2015 | Feature
Shanna Buschmann By Kev Moyé  For LEGACY Inc.       There are a multitude of words and terms which can be used to appropriately define exactly what “life” is. Typically, the word “fair” is not among those depictions....
by Jprimos | Mar 31, 2015 | Events, Feature
By Kev Moyé For LEGACY Inc. Though she has yet to graduate from high school, Naqari Harris has embraced the importance of hard work, being mentally tough, and showcasing benevolence for individuals of all backgrounds. Those aforementioned intangibles have factored...
by Jprimos | Jan 13, 2015 | Events, Fiscal Responsibility
Determination and a solid work ethic are typically among the chief pathways to success. As a high school sophomore, Dewayne Bright II already has an understanding of how important the two aforementioned intangibles are. Whether its in the realm of academia, or...
