Mission

Equip youth and young adults with essential skills, discipline, and confidence

Our mission is straightforward: help Chuukese youth rise above isolation and poverty through practical training, mentoring, and leadership development.

ALC learners during a practical session

Chuuk is one of the most geographically isolated regions in the Pacific. ALC was created to build hope and real-world skills where opportunity is scarce but potential is unlimited.

Why ALC

Creating hope out of isolation

Recognized by Chuuk State on July 18, 2025, ALC complements church and community efforts with practical, youth-focused mission delivery.

Mission-first and straightforward

Equip youth and young adults with essential skills, discipline, and confidence to transform their futures.

Built for Chuuk realities

Programs are designed for geographic isolation, under-resourced schooling, and limited opportunity environments.

Community-powered support

ALC complements church and community efforts to build practical pathways for youth advancement.

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Core Mission Tracks

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Top Challenges Addressed

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State Recognition

100%

Youth & Young-Adult Focus

What We Do

Mission programs and learner tracks

ALC delivers practical digital literacy, growth mindset coaching, mentoring, and entrepreneurship support.

Mission focus · Core track

Computer & Digital Literacy

Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, basic computer operation, internet navigation, email, cybersecurity, and responsible tech use.

Mission focus · Core track

Self-Discipline & Growth Mindset

Daily habits for success, time management, goal setting, resilience, motivation, and confidence building.

Mission focus · Ongoing

Mentoring & Coaching

Each learner is paired with a mentor to set goals, overcome obstacles, stay motivated, and explore education and career opportunities.

Mission focus · Applied

Entrepreneurship & Small Business Training

Launch micro-businesses with limited capital, and learn budgeting, marketing, and customer service fundamentals.

Leadership track · Cohort program

Launching Leaders

A leadership and self-improvement program focused on growth mindset, values, time management, and a six-step formula for success.

Delivery formats

Programs are delivered by cohort schedule with mentoring and leadership continuity.

By intake calendar

Core Mission Cohorts

Foundational digital literacy and personal-growth instruction for youth and young adults.

By program schedule

Launching Leaders Sessions

Structured self-improvement and leadership development modules.

Ongoing

Mentoring Track

Personalized coaching based on learner goals, interests, and readiness.

Work Pathways

From classroom milestones to paid project readiness

Program completion leads into mentor-supported labs and FMG-linked project opportunities.

  1. 1

    Learn

    Complete ALC core classes and demonstrate practical digital task confidence.

  2. 2

    Practice

    Join mentor labs focused on quality standards, safety awareness, and teamwork.

  3. 3

    Apply

    Contribute to paid Facilities Management Group (FMG) projects across FSM and Guam.

  • 8 people engaged in paid FMG-linked opportunities
  • Mentor-supported onboarding for first project assignments
  • Pipeline in development for new graduates

Donor Proof

What your gift does right now

These giving levels map to concrete delivery outcomes, not vague overhead.

Instructor

Help pay for an instructor

There are limited people in Chuuk capable of teaching computer skills, and ALC needs more teachers.

Laptop

Donate money for a laptop

We need more laptops to open new classrooms in Chuuk and reach more learners.

Classroom

Equip a classroom

Support essential classroom needs so instruction remains stable and practical.

  • Learner demand is growing while instructor and equipment capacity remains limited. Give now to expand access.

Enrollment Flow

How to join the programs

Start quickly with a simple three-step process.

Step 1

Message ALC

Contact by WhatsApp/SMS or email to confirm availability and preferred schedule.

Step 2

Choose your track

Select weekday or Saturday classes based on your routine and learning pace.

Step 3

Start practical sessions

Join hands-on classes with mentor support, then transition into pathway labs if ready.

Outcomes

Outcomes learners and donors can verify

These are the concrete capabilities each class cycle is designed to produce.

  • Use core digital tools (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, email, internet) with confidence
  • Develop discipline, resilience, and practical habits for long-term success
  • Set personal and academic goals and follow structured mentoring guidance
  • Explore education, work, and entrepreneurship opportunities with direction
  • Build confidence to transform personal and community futures
  • There are limited instructors in Chuuk capable of teaching computer skills
  • Laptop funding is needed to open additional classrooms across Chuuk
  • Mission support strengthens mentoring and leadership pathways for long-term change