The Michelle Young Foundation
Connecting students to opportunities
The Michelle Young Foundation exists to create customized scholarships, educator partnerships, and distinctive programming so underserved students can access growth opportunities. We value community, educators, opportunity, inclusion, and accessibility.
The inspiration
How it Started
Our Founder, Michelle Young, is an educator with experience both in the classroom as a 5th-grade teacher and in supportive roles. Michelle taught during the COVID-19 pandemic and knows firsthand the heart and time that goes into being an educator. Michelle’s passion for creating opportunities for underserved students and supporting educators is why she has developed The Michelle Young Foundation.
The Educator Champions’ Fund
We celebrate educators and the care they put into their students. Many times, teachers meet the needs of students through their personal paychecks. We want to help. Educators nominate students for the Champions Scholarship, which pays for an activity of the students' choice that they would not otherwise be able to participate in without financial support.
Homework and Hoops
The Michelle Young Foundation offers an afterschool program called Homework and Hoops to public school districts where students engage in literacy and math tutoring and basketball skills coaching. We also partner with educators to provide scholarships to students for participation in activities of their choice on a needs basis.
Homework and Hoops work with public school districts to provide athletic and academic support in one fun program. Our Learning Coaches integrate basketball with learning. A 2022 National Library of Medicine study of after-school activity programs showed that physical activity enrichment improved concentration, performance, and students' mental health.
Are you an educator or parent who would like to have the Homework and Hoops Program at your school?
Breaking Barriers, Building Futures
Your support not only sustains our initiatives but also signifies a shared commitment to empowering individuals, fostering growth, and building a brighter, more inclusive future for all.
Committed to inspiring and supporting children, fostering a future filled with hope and possibility.
Meet Our Dedicated Team
Executive Director
Michelle Young
As an educator, television personality, speaker, activist, and nonprofit founder, Michelle Young inspires many. Her persona exudes charisma and positivity, and her message is strong and passionate. A wealth of experiences has led Michelle to become a powerful presence in the entertainment industry, field of education, and public speaking arena. Out of Michelle’s desire to impact underserved students, she founded The Michelle Young Foundation. TMYF partners with school districts to provide the after-school program, “Homework and Hoops.” Providing support to teachers and students is one of Michelle’s missions; therefore, through her nonprofit work, she offers scholarships for students to participate in activities they would otherwise not be able to, through teacher nominations. Her partnership with educators is one of her pillars because of her time as an educator.
Board Member
Logan Schultz
Logan Schultz is the Principal of Echo Park Elementary School of Leadership, Engineering and Technology. He has been leading Echo Park for the past four years as Principal and the previous two years as the Assistant Administrator. During that time, he has focused on building a strong school community, inclusivity, and increasing academic achievement. This past year that hard work was recognized and Echo Park received the Magnet Schools of America Magnet School of Distinction award, one of only four schools in the state of Minnesota to receive the award.
Logan has a Doctorate of Education in Educational Leadership, holds a K-12 Principal License, a Superintendent License, and also has a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership. He has also served as a commissioner on the Richfield Human Rights Commision, been a Big Brother mentor, and taught elementary and middle school before becoming an administrator.
Logan enjoys spending time outdoors and on travel adventures with his wife and son. He also is a former athlete who enjoys participating and watching sports and is a die-hard Minnesota sports fan.
Board Member
Danielle Andvik
Danielle Andvik has been a teacher for 16 years. She is currently a 5th grade teacher in Bloomington, MN and previously taught 4th grade in Traer, Iowa. She has a bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and master’s in Curriculum and Instruction, both from Minnesota State University Moorhead. Danielle cherishes building relationships with her students and helping them grow as learners and good human beings. She says one of the most rewarding parts of her job is hearing from former students about the impact she had on them. Danielle is a wife and mother of two who enjoys traveling with her family, reading, sports, spending time with friends and summer days at the lake.
Jamie Koster
Board Member
Jamie Koster is a graduate of Minnesota State University, Mankato where she earned her bachelor’s and master’s degree in Elementary Education. This led her to begin the first 5 years of her professional career as a public school teacher in Bloomington, Minnesota. During her time as an educator, she taught 3rd and 4th grade. In the last year and a half, she went through a career change and joined the corporate sector. She is currently working for a technology company as a Senior Customer Success Representative with a focus in training. Her professional background embodies one of her passions which is teaching. In her free time, she can be found taking pictures of whatever cute thing her dog is currently doing.
Empowering Change, Inspiring Hope
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