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Mission Statement:
To create and support signature programs and activities that motivate young people to turn away from drugs and alcohol and "TURN 2" healthy lifestyles. Through these ventures, the Foundation strives to create outlets that promote and reward academic excellence, leadership development and positive behavior. Turn 2's goal is to see the children of these programs grow safely and successfully into adulthood and become the leaders of tomorrow. (EN ESPAÑOL >)
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- Derek Jeter Celebrity Golf Classic
On Jan. 26, 2008, Derek Jeter hosted his fourth annual Celebrity Golf Classic.
- Turn 2 Foundation Dinner
Then 11th annual dinner was held on May 24, 2007 at the New York Marriott Marquis.
- Turn 2 Holiday Express
The Turn 2 Foundation hosted its annual Holiday Express, benefiting over 1,000 children in the Turn 2 Signature Programs in West Michigan, New York and Tampa.
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- Jeter's Leaders Overview
The Jeter's Leaders Program recognizes students for their academic achievements, extracurricular activities and community service. Leaders are responsible for delivering a positive message to their peers and focusing on living drug- and alcohol-free lives.
- New York Jeter's Leaders
"We as Jeter's Leaders strive to exhibit exemplary behavior as a reflection of ourselves as well as our community. As a diverse group of high school students, we work together to overcome the negative stereotypes of today's youth."
- Kalamazoo Jeter's Leaders
"As Jeter's Leaders, we will become one. We will show leadership by setting good examples, positively influencing our community and peers, and living healthy lifestyles."
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The Jeter’s Leaders is a youth leadership, social change program named by the captain of the New york Yankees, Derek Jeter, and funded by his Turn 2 Foundation. The program is designed to promote healthy lifestyles, academic achievement and social change activism among high school students.
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