At the Jaguar Legacy Center, we believe every young person deserves the chance to discover their purpose and build a meaningf
At the Jaguar Legacy Center, we believe every young person deserves the chance to discover their purpose and build a meaningf
At Jaguar Legacy Center, our mission is to empower and equip Jacksonville’s opportunity youth — ages 16 to 25 — to lead, succeed, and build a lasting legacy. Through education, workforce training, leadership development, and community engagement, we create pathways for young people to rise above barriers and become the next generation of resilient, purpose-driven leaders.
The Jaguar Legacy Center (JLC) was founded in Jacksonville, Florida, with a simple but powerful belief — that every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, no matter their circumstances. What began as a vision to bridge the gap for underserved youth has grown into a movement of empowerment, leadership, and legacy.
In our early days, JLC was built by passionate educators, community leaders, and professionals who saw firsthand the challenges facing youth ages 16 to 25 — from school dropouts and limited job access to homelessness and lack of mentorship. Determined to create change, they came together to design a space that would not only support youth but prepare them to lead.
Over the past two years, JLC has evolved into a cornerstone of opportunity in Jacksonville. Through education, vocational training, and life-skills programs, we’ve helped young people build confidence, discover purpose, and connect to meaningful careers. Our history is still being written — one success story, one graduate, and one legacy at a time.
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At the Jaguar Legacy Center, every program opens doors — to learning, growth, and lasting opportunity. We serve youth ages 14–24, helping them discover purpose, develop skills, and build a foundation for success.
Our programs don’t just teach — they transform. Education, job training, leadership development, and personal support come together in one empowering space where every young person can thrive.
Through Education and Academic Support, we help youth reconnect with learning — from tutoring and GED prep to college and trade school guidance. Our Workforce and Vocational Training Program gives hands-on experience in real careers, building skills and confidence for the future.
Leadership and Life Skills workshops teach communication, decision-making, and financial literacy, while Health and Wellness programs promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Youth also give back through Community Engagement and Service, strengthening the neighborhoods that raised them.
Wraparound Support Services — including case management, housing, transportation, and emotional support — no young person walks this journey alone. At the Jaguar Legacy Center, we don’t just prepare youth for the world — we prepare them to change it.
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