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1980
1980
Victor Barnett saw Milwaukee gang leaders recruiting youth from the neighborhood and became concerned. In response, he utilized the sport of basketball to mentor youth in the community to keep them away from gangs, violence, and other negative influences.
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1980-1995
Early Years
For 15 years, Victor was a mentor and coach to hundreds of youth, funding his efforts by selling t-shirts out of his car. He made sure the youth were successful not only on the court, but at home, school, and in the community.
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1996
Non-Profit Status
In 1996, RRCO became a 501(c)(3) non-profit. This allowed RRCO to scale its mentoring work and interface with the child welfare system.
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1998
MKE County Partnership
In 1998, Milwaukee county engaged RRCO to provide service to youth involved in the Juvenile Justice System. These partnership programs emphasize mentorship, employment, accountability, and positive decision-making.
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1999
Permanent Home
In 1999, RRCO moved into its W. Fond du Lac location; purchasing the Lindsey Heights building in 2005. This location allowed RRCO to fill a critical gap in quality after-school programs in the area.
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2016
2nd Location
RRCO’s new location in the Harambee Neighborhood allows us to serve more youth and expand programming.
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1980
1980
Victor Barnett saw Milwaukee gang leaders recruiting youth from the neighborhood and became concerned. In response, he utilized the sport of basketball to mentor youth in the community to keep them away from gangs, violence, and other negative influences.
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1980-1995
Early Years
For 15 years, Victor was a mentor and coach to hundreds of youth, funding his efforts by selling t-shirts out of his car. He made sure the youth were successful not only on the court, but at home, school, and in the community.
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1996
Non-Profit Status
In 1996, RRCO became a 501(c)(3) non-profit. This allowed RRCO to scale its mentoring work and interface with the child welfare system.
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1998
MKE County Partnership
In 1998, Milwaukee county engaged RRCO to provide service to youth involved in the Juvenile Justice System. These partnership programs emphasize mentorship, employment, accountability, and positive decision-making.
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1999
Permanent Home
In 1999, RRCO moved into its W. Fond du Lac location; purchasing the Lindsey Heights building in 2005. This location allowed RRCO to fill a critical gap in quality after-school programs in the area.
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2016
2nd Location
RRCO’s new location in the Harambee Neighborhood allows us to serve more youth and expand programming.
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1980
1980
Victor Barnett saw Milwaukee gang leaders recruiting youth from the neighborhood and became concerned. In response, he utilized the sport of basketball to mentor youth in the community to keep them away from gangs, violence, and other negative influences.
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1980-1995
Early Years
For 15 years, Victor was a mentor and coach to hundreds of youth, funding his efforts by selling t-shirts out of his car. He made sure the youth were successful not only on the court, but at home, school, and in the community.
-
1996
Non-Profit Status
In 1996, RRCO became a 501(c)(3) non-profit. This allowed RRCO to scale its mentoring work and interface with the child welfare system.
-
1998
MKE County Partnership
In 1998, Milwaukee county engaged RRCO to provide service to youth involved in the Juvenile Justice System. These partnership programs emphasize mentorship, employment, accountability, and positive decision-making.
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1999
Permanent Home
In 1999, RRCO moved into its W. Fond du Lac location; purchasing the Lindsey Heights building in 2005. This location allowed RRCO to fill a critical gap in quality after-school programs in the area.
-
2016
2nd Location
RRCO’s new location in the Harambee Neighborhood allows us to serve more youth and expand programming.
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1980
1980
Victor Barnett saw Milwaukee gang leaders recruiting youth from the neighborhood and became concerned. In response, he utilized the sport of basketball to mentor youth in the community to keep them away from gangs, violence, and other negative influences.
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1980-1995
Early Years
For 15 years, Victor was a mentor and coach to hundreds of youth, funding his efforts by selling t-shirts out of his car. He made sure the youth were successful not only on the court, but at home, school, and in the community.
-
1996
Non-Profit Status
In 1996, RRCO became a 501(c)(3) non-profit. This allowed RRCO to scale its mentoring work and interface with the child welfare system.
-
1998
MKE County Partnership
In 1998, Milwaukee county engaged RRCO to provide service to youth involved in the Juvenile Justice System. These partnership programs emphasize mentorship, employment, accountability, and positive decision-making.
-
1999
Permanent Home
In 1999, RRCO moved into its W. Fond du Lac location; purchasing the Lindsey Heights building in 2005. This location allowed RRCO to fill a critical gap in quality after-school programs in the area.
-
2016
2nd Location
RRCO’s new location in the Harambee Neighborhood allows us to serve more youth and expand programming.
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1980
1980
Victor Barnett saw Milwaukee gang leaders recruiting youth from the neighborhood and became concerned. In response, he utilized the sport of basketball to mentor youth in the community to keep them away from gangs, violence, and other negative influences.
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1980-1995
Early Years
For 15 years, Victor was a mentor and coach to hundreds of youth, funding his efforts by selling t-shirts out of his car. He made sure the youth were successful not only on the court, but at home, school, and in the community.
-
1996
Non-Profit Status
In 1996, RRCO became a 501(c)(3) non-profit. This allowed RRCO to scale its mentoring work and interface with the child welfare system.
-
1998
MKE County Partnership
In 1998, Milwaukee county engaged RRCO to provide service to youth involved in the Juvenile Justice System. These partnership programs emphasize mentorship, employment, accountability, and positive decision-making.
-
1999
Permanent Home
In 1999, RRCO moved into its W. Fond du Lac location; purchasing the Lindsey Heights building in 2005. This location allowed RRCO to fill a critical gap in quality after-school programs in the area.
-
2016
2nd Location
RRCO’s new location in the Harambee Neighborhood allows us to serve more youth and expand programming.
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1980
1980
Victor Barnett saw Milwaukee gang leaders recruiting youth from the neighborhood and became concerned. In response, he utilized the sport of basketball to mentor youth in the community to keep them away from gangs, violence, and other negative influences.
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1980-1995
Early Years
For 15 years, Victor was a mentor and coach to hundreds of youth, funding his efforts by selling t-shirts out of his car. He made sure the youth were successful not only on the court, but at home, school, and in the community.
-
1996
Non-Profit Status
In 1996, RRCO became a 501(c)(3) non-profit. This allowed RRCO to scale its mentoring work and interface with the child welfare system.
-
1998
MKE County Partnership
In 1998, Milwaukee county engaged RRCO to provide service to youth involved in the Juvenile Justice System. These partnership programs emphasize mentorship, employment, accountability, and positive decision-making.
-
1999
Permanent Home
In 1999, RRCO moved into its W. Fond du Lac location; purchasing the Lindsey Heights building in 2005. This location allowed RRCO to fill a critical gap in quality after-school programs in the area.
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2016
2nd Location
RRCO’s new location in the Harambee Neighborhood allows us to serve more youth and expand programming.
Running Rebels Timeline
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1980
1980
Victor Barnett saw Milwaukee gang leaders recruiting youth from the neighborhood and became concerned. In response, he utilized the sport of basketball to mentor youth in the community to keep them away from gangs, violence, and other negative influences.
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1980-1995
Early Years
For 15 years, Victor was a mentor and coach to hundreds of youth, funding his efforts by selling t-shirts out of his car. He made sure the youth were successful not only on the court, but at home, school, and in the community.
-
1996
Non-Profit Status
In 1996, RRCO became a 501(c)(3) non-profit. This allowed RRCO to scale its mentoring work and interface with the child welfare system.
-
1998
MKE County Partnership
In 1998, Milwaukee county engaged RRCO to provide service to youth involved in the Juvenile Justice System. These partnership programs emphasize mentorship, employment, accountability, and positive decision-making.
-
1999
Permanent Home
In 1999, RRCO moved into its W. Fond du Lac location; purchasing the Lindsey Heights building in 2005. This location allowed RRCO to fill a critical gap in quality after-school programs in the area.
-
2016
2nd Location
RRCO’s new location in the Harambee Neighborhood allows us to serve more youth and expand programming.
Running Rebels Our E.P.I.C. Mission
The Running Rebels Community Organization Engages the community, youth, and their families, Prevents involvement in gangs, drugs, violence, and the juvenile justice system, Intervenes and guides youth by assisting them with making positive choices, and Coaches youth through their transition into adulthood. We accomplish this through building relationships with youth and providing the resources and skills necessary for them to become thriving, connected, and contributing adult members of our community.
Running Rebels Goals
Our philosophy is to nurture the development of youths’ human potential and reduce violence, drug usage, and gang activity by:
- Create safe after-school and summer environments for Milwaukee’s youth
- Prepare youth for future careers and businesses
- Improve academic performance through tutoring and mentorship
- Avoid negative youth police contact and involvement in the corrections system
- Provide youth with a sense of belonging and unity within their community
Running Rebels Philosophy
Our philosophy is to nurture the development of youths’ human potential and reduce violence, drug usage, and gang activity by:
• Keeping young people involved in beneficial, safe, and fun recreational and employment activities
• Encouraging each youth’s hopes and dreams while supporting youth to achieve them
• Underscoring successful academic achievement as essential for responsible adult citizenship
• Employing supportive, caring adults who inspire trust and model the values, skills, and morals that we want at-risk youth to develop
Running Rebels Staff
Victor Barnett Dawn Barnett Rolunda Dixon Michael Peeples John Rakowski Stacey Lindsay Donta Holmes Cozette McLemore
Executive Director & Founder
victor.barnett@runningrebels.org
Co-Executive Director
dawn.barnett@runningrebels.org
Senior Director of Operations
rolunda.dixon@runningrebels.org
Senior Director of Programming
michael.peeples@runningrebels.org
VFZ Program Director/Development
john.rakowski@runningrebels.org
Director of Targeted Monitoring Programs
stacey.lindsay@runningrebels.org
Director of Mentoring & Athletics
donta.holmes@runningrebels.org
Event Coordinator / Mentoring Assistant
cozette.mclemore@runningrebels.org
Running Rebels Administrative Services
Lynesha Oby
Human Resource Coordinator
Jessica Enyeart
Financial Assistant
Sharon Cross
Systems, Program, & Staff Development Coordinator
Joshua Blumberg
Senior Administrative Assistant
Aesha Harrold
Administrative Assistant
Running Rebels Board of Directors
JILL M. BOYLE
BOARD CHAIR
DELBERT WILLIAMS
VICE CHAIR
VICTOR BARNETT
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
DAWN BARNETT
CO-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
GWENDOLYN HORTON
SECRETARY
CLIFTON PHELPS
DECOUTEAU IRBY
CAROLYN GARSKI
ERIN MILES
BRANDI PATTERSON
FRED TABAK
MICHAEL COYNE