Project Me Foundation Inc.
MASTER SELF • SERVE THE WORLD • LEAD THE FUTURE
MASTER SELF • SERVE THE WORLD • LEAD THE FUTURE
Helping young people build structure, support, and a stronger way forward.
Youth. Community. Possibility.
Project Me Foundation Inc. was created for young people who need support after the usual systems stop showing up. We serve youth and young adults ages 13 to 24 coming from foster care or juvenile justice, family court involvement, and other underserved circumstances.
When the paperwork ends, their lives are still moving. That is where we step in.
We offer steady guidance with clear expectations and the structure young people need to understand what comes next.
Written by Project Me Foundation founder Christopher D. Naraine-El, this book shares a story of survival and second chances, with accountability and perseverance at its center. Its message connects directly to the foundation’s belief that transformation is possible when people are met with purpose, structure, and a real path forward.
100% of proceeds from the book go toward Project Me Foundation Inc. nonprofit operating costs.
View the Book on AmazonToo many young people are told to “figure it out” without the tools or stability they need, much less steady support. We do not accept that as the end of the story.
At Project Me Foundation Inc., support is active. We build habits and teach skills while helping young people practice accountability in a real way.
Participants are not treated like problems to manage. They are challenged and coached, with support as they rebuild confidence, discipline, and a clearer sense of direction.
Clear routines and expectations, backed by support that helps participants start building stability.
Practical learning and mentorship through hands-on work that can carry into school, jobs, and daily life.
A pathway that helps young people see the next step and practice the discipline needed to reach it.
The goal is not just to get through a program. The goal is to grow into a stronger, more prepared version of yourself.
Core Programs
A structured pathway that helps young people move from stability to skill-building to independence.
Special Programs
Hands-on programs in music, media, journalism, boxing/MMA, and other skill-building areas that reward consistency and growth.
Community Support
Local relationships and community-based support that keep young people connected and accountable.
According to a December 2025 report by the Mayor’s Office of Criminal Justice, arrests for Serious Violent Felony Offenses (SVFOs) by youth under 18 increased from 9.8% of the total in 2018 to 15.6% in 2024, with a further jump to 23.3% mid-year in 2025.
While this report focuses on New York City, it reflects broader concerns about youth violence, transition support, and prevention work across New York State.
Specific age cohorts within this New York City data show significant increases in SVFO arrests between 2018 and 2024:
Arrests up among 13–15 year-olds
Arrests up among 16–17 year-olds
Arrests up among 18–19 year-olds
Point increase in under-18 share of Serious VFO arrests
Our goal is to help reduce these numbers over time by giving young people better options before crisis becomes routine. We combine structure with mentorship, creative work, and practical skill-building so youth can build alternatives to the violence and instability many face every day.
A future where no young person is left behind because a system closed a case.
A future where transition comes with guidance, not abandonment.
A future where discipline, purpose, and leadership are taught through practice.
Project Me Foundation Inc. is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all individuals. In accordance with federal civil rights laws, the New York State Human Rights Law, and IRS regulations governing 501(c)(3) organizations, we do not discriminate in our programs, services, employment, or volunteer opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status, arrest or conviction record, domestic violence victim status, or any other status protected by law.
We are dedicated to equal access and reasonable accommodations while maintaining a harassment-free environment. Our programs and services are open to the public and administered in a nondiscriminatory manner consistent with IRS public-benefit requirements. For accommodation requests or to report a concern, please use the contact info below.