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I can do all things through Christ, which strengthens me.

-Philippians 4:13

A PURPOSE DRIVEN MISSION:

Established in 2008, Chef Aaron McCargo Jr created Play to Win (PTW). This Program transforms the lives of at-risk male youth ages 14-24 in Camden County, NJ by motivating, mentoring, and preparing them to adopt core values that will lead to personal, professional, and spiritual success.

PTW offers an enrichment based mentoring program for young men in Camden County. Mentoring sessions are scheduled twice a month and designed to focus on college prep, career readiness, 21st century skills, cultural enlightenment, and physical fitness.

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As the organization prides itself on improving the lives of young men, PTW participants succeed:

90% attend college, the military, or the join the workforce.

Graduation rates 40% higher than Camden County Public Schools average

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POST-GRADUATION ENGAGEMENT:

For those who have made the decision to go onto college or some form of vocational training, our PTW

Scholars program is designed to help our young men acquire the resources necessary to do so successfully.

To date, nine (9) young men have graduated from the PTW Scholars program and have gone on to join the

United States Navy, attended Camden County College, Rutgers University, Rowan University, Ursinus College,

and Stockton University while receiving scholarships and numerous awards and achievements along the way

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MAKE A DONATION. GET INVOLVED

It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

Play To Win, Inc is a 501(C)(3) Nonprofit organization #27-0537190 founded by Aaron McCargo Jr.

For donations, sponsorships, and partnerships and to get involved, email playtowinnj@gmail.com.