Cyclical and systemic issues rooted in classism, racism, and greed plague impoverished neighborhoods across America. Issues ranging from lack of stability in family units to rising crime and lack of municipal resources make it an anomaly for youth in these communities to find long-term success. To help change the odds for these youth in west Montgomery, CGM focuses on youth development and leadership through year round after-school programs and camps, while connecting youth to resources and mentors from the greater Montgomery, Alabama, area.