I Am You 360 ™

Plant Seeds of Hope and Watch Our Youth Grow and Become Fruitful.

Who We Are…

I AM YOU 360™ is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.

I Am You: 360 is an award winning, forward thinking, progressive, innovative, Led by an African American woman and is leading in diversity and inclusion Desiree Cook’s I Am You 360 lived experience inspired her to revolutionize a movement called “I Am Somebody”.

The State of Arizona is home to 20,000 vulnerable youth. They are saying “I AM Somebody”. 

They are not a barcode or a file in a cabinet. They must be unmuted. Their voices must be heard. They must be treated with dignity and the respect they deserve, to feel dignified and not be judged by their circumstance. Through self-awareness, self-development, and the development of life skills, this is possible. The “ I Am Somebody”  movement is holding the privileged community, City, and State accountable for encouraging investment now or paying the ultimate price later. 

I Am You 360 chooses to pay NOW. “I Am You 360,” provides an array of holistic services and programs in the following ways: We believe in empowering the whole person by providing personalized and customized hygiene according to age, gender, and ethnicity, 10 week self-development curriculum, life development ,safe housing, and homeownership.

It is our desire, our passion to remove the bandaid and empower our most vulnerable youth. Sow them back into the fabric of our community by building their self-worth, self-esteem, and self-love. We can break the cycle and create generational change in the following ways: Personalization and Customization to fit the unique needs of those we serve. 

Hygiene bags are refilled every 6 weeks. (The bags value $25.00 to $45.00 per person)

Because “ I Am You 360” believes in the empowerment of the whole person, we offer the “I Am You 360” homeownership program for homeless young adults ages 18-22, particularly those who have aged out of foster care. 

Will you join the “I Am You 360” movement?

There is over 20,000 most vulnerable youth (Semi-Annual Child Welfare Reporting Period July 1, 2020- December 31, 2020) I Am You 360 has served over 3,000 youth and families with our programs and services within Pima County, Pascua Yaqui Tribe, Tohona Odham Tribe, and Maricopa County.

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What We Do…

I Am You 360 has gone above and beyond to give back to community through a unique blend of philanthropy and community assistance, by creating employment, mentoring, and development opportunities for youth.

 

I Am Somebody

by Morgan Turner

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Morgan Turner, a survivor of physical and emotional abuse, homeless and sleeping in cars; to graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Dean College (in Franklin, MA) & Associate of Science in Athletic Training, receiving not only an academic scholarship but an athletic scholarship. Morgan is currently finishing pre-requisite classes to apply for her Masters in Occupational Therapy. Growing up as a queer Black girl in Winter Park and Orlando, Florida with no home stability, Morgan was often bullied and teased for being different and not having many material things due to financial hardships. Through these various hardships Morgan prevailed through support of her esteemed mentor and by having faith in the powers above. Morgan has devoted her energy to working to inspire and build trust with youth who have and continue to live through and experience similar trials and tribulations; providing hope and a safe space for these marginalized yet strong and courageous youth. Reflecting back on her own experiences, Morgan wrote a song called, “I Am Somebody” as her values strongly aligned with Desiree Cook’s non-profit organization. This song tells the story of resiliency and hope, reaching for listeners’ ears and souls. Letting them know that they are not alone and that they are so much more than a moment. That they too can and will overcome any challenges in their lives that they have faced or that they may face in the future.

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I Am You 360 highlighted on KGUN 9

Phase 1 Safe Housing Project for 9 most vulnerable young adults 18-22 8/24/21

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Hygiene Dispensary Program

I Am You 360™ has been dedicated since its inception in 2014 to ensure that the most vulnerable youth and families have their customized and personalized hygiene needs are met. Each hygiene bag is refilled every 6 weeks to promote a healthy hygiene routine, develop self esteem, confidence, self worth, and over all well-being.

Due to COVID-19 our office hours and availability has changed. We will keep you posted with updates.

 

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Small Home Experience LLC

TINY HOMES FOR AGED-OUT AND HOMELESS YOUTH AGES 18-22.

  • Participants transition into their tiny home after completion of our 42-week Life Skills curriculum, which includes: ○ Home Economics, Financial Literacy, Time Management, Nutrition, Sexual Health, Self-Defense and Home Ownership.
  • Participants will be able to invest in themselves by: ○ Gaining employment, pursuing additional education and training, giving back to the community through civic and community service. This effort will break generational curses and create generational change in our backyard.

 

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Internship/Mentoring Program

I Am You 360 has a successful mentoring with a 10 week curriculum housed at the office of I Am You 360 1181 S Van Buren Ave Tucson AZ 85710, Holmes Tuttle Boys and Girls Club, and Jim Vikki Click Boys and Girls Club.

I Am You 360 offers a wide range of diverse ways to be a part of our amazing mentoring programs/events.

 

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YOUR HAIR IS YOUR CROWN WORKSHOP

An Innovative African American Hair Care Class

You’ll be receiving a wealth of information:

  • 51-minute Video
  • Hair Myth Busters
  • Quiz
  • Certificate in Ethnic Hair and Skin Education
  • 20% of proceeds will go to I Am You 360 Hygiene Empowerment Bag Program.

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Phase 1: Stepping Stone Housing

 

Self Development, Life Skill, and Home Ownership Program

I Am You 360 is dedicated to our most vulnerable youth to have safe and sustainable housing while they await the transition into our Tiny Homes “Small Home Experience.” In this program, we select TEN 18-22-year-olds to live in our new apartments to ensure they are safe and valued by the community.

I Am You 360 is holding the Community, City, and State accountable in our effort to raise the bar and remove the stigma that has been created. We are committed to empowering those that need us the most. Pay now or pay later. I AM You 360 chooses to pay now! Will you join us?? Your donation will help save and empower lives. #bettertogether #iamsomebody

I Am You 360 is meeting the needs of the most vulnerable youth and families in Pima County.

Hygiene Empowerment Bags include:

  • Customized and Personalized Full size, new Body Wash
  • Shampoo
  • Conditioner
  • Toothpaste
  • Toothbrush
  • Deodorant
  • Lotion
  • Hair Care products
  • Feminine Hygiene products (if applicable)
  • ….and a hand written personalized card
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  • Along with the tools necessary to combat COVID 19 such as bar soap, hand sanitizer, face mask and CDC Health and Safety Tips.

 

Our Program provides key items necessary to combat COVID 19 as the CDC recommends daily showers to fight the invisible enemy.

I Am You 360 has been awarded funding from the Arizona Covid-19 Community Response Fund a component fund of the Arizona Foundation.

I Am You 360 Hygiene Curbside Delivery/Curbside Pickup Movement.

 

Location: 1181 S. Van Buren Ave – off 22nd near Craycroft

Days and Hours of Operation: 9:00 AM- 12:00 PM Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

Office Phone Number: 520-372-2714

Email: Iamyou360@hotmail.com

 

 

Honors and Awards include:

  • 2021 Recognized by The Tucson (AZ) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated presents Two Women Who Did “Rhythm Matters: Healthy Heart, Healthy Minds”.
  • 2020 Awarded funding from the Arizona COVID-19 Community Response Fund, a component fund of the Arizona Community Foundation.
  • 2019 $10,000 grant received from the African American Legacy Fund.
  • 2019 Better Business Bureau Torch Award (Nonprofit Category Ethics, Honesty, and Integrity)
  • 2019 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Community Service Award
  • 2016 Eta Epsilon Omega Chapter, Alpha Kappa Sorority Incorporated Community Service Award for Leadership and Dedication of Service to the Tucson Community
  • 2016 Vantage West Credit Union Non-Profit of the Year
  • 2015 Racial Reconciliation Community Outreach Network Award for Dedication to Improving Race Relations
  • 2021 Community Foundation for Southern Arizona African American Legacy Fund

Our Programs & Services

Train the Trainer Program

I Am You 360 host a Train the Trainer Program that incorporates development of confidence, public speaking, problem solving, social skills, and organizational skills. Youth successfully completing our Tran the Trainer Program become I Am You 360 certified facilitators and receive monthly stipend.

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Train the Trainer Program

I Am You 360 host a Train the Trainer Program that incorporates development of confidence, public speaking, problem solving, social skills, and organizational skills. Youth successfully completing our Tran the Trainer Program become I Am You 360 certified facilitators and receive monthly stipend.

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Project B.A.L.L.I.N.G.

The object of Project B.A.L.L.I.N.G is to incorporate a service learning project meaning teaching and learning a strategy and integrates meaningful community service with instruction and reflection to enrich the learning experience and strengthen our community. This program is customized for boys 13-18 

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Project B.A.L.L.I.N.G.

The object of Project B.A.L.L.I.N.G is to incorporate a service learning project meaning teaching and learning a strategy and integrates meaningful community service with instruction and reflection to enrich the learning experience and strengthen our community. This program is customized for boys 13-18 

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Project P.E.A.R.L.

Project P.E.A.R.L is an innovative way to develop life skills, develop  self love, love of others, and the courage to open after being wounded like a clam to revel the beauty of the pearl inside. This program is customized for girls 13-18.

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Project P.E.A.R.L.

Project P.E.A.R.L is an innovative way to develop life skills, develop  self love, love of others, and the courage to open after being wounded like a clam to revel the beauty of the pearl inside. This program is customized for girls 13-18.

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Helping Children All Over Arizona

I Am You 360™ is dedicated to removing the band aid so at risk youth can start the healing process and develop self love inside and out, as well as introduce skills to help develop social, financial, professional success.  

Our programs and services will help at risk sow themselves back into the fabric of our community.

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Change Lives

 

I want to thank you for the information in your class. I was able to learn some new things on how to care for my girls hair. I especially appreciated learning to detangle prior to shampooing, detangling after conditioning as well as the tools for taking care of their hair.

I would recommend your class for the new foster parent who has no experience caring for curly natural hair.

Thank you so much for the class and all the information.

– Staci B.

I really liked this one because they made me feel more confident about myself and show who I am.

– Destiny C.

Something that I took out of this presentation is how she told us all that we were Queens and Kings, and said we are all special in our own way. She also said don’t change yourself to be like others.

– Ashley N.

They said to act like Queens, we should be nice to people and respect others. And they were saying help others and have confidence.

– B.D.

Spending time with you has encouraged me by boosting myself confidence and being able to have a strong female role model to look up to ans share parts of myself that most people don’t know.

– Alexis C.

I was finally able to find some folks in need of hygiene bags. She gave me permission to share her story and take this photo.
She is attempting to strike it out on her own and get out of a bad relationship. She was trying to get on her feet so that she could protect her children. With your help we gave her one less thing to worry about.

– Officer Apodaca

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Community Service

I Am You 360™ invites community involvement by way of the following:

Hygiene Drives – Full size, new hygiene and hair care products for both male and female (see supply list)
Annual Events – Night Glow Walk, Smiles for Christmas Wrapping Party, Smiles for Christmas Toy and Lunch Presentation  (All events will be posted on Community Events tab and on Facebook and Instagram)

Philanthropy

I Am You 360™ trains and employ at risk youth.

Mentoring

I Am You 360™ has a successful mentoring and train the trainer program with a 10-week empowerment curriculum.

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Hygiene Dispensary Drop-off/Pickup & Office Tour Hours due to COVID:

Monday 9am - 12pm

Wednesday 9am - 12pm

Friday 9am - 12pm

Location:
1181 S Van Buren Ave.

Location:

1181 S Van Buren Ave.

Office: (520) 372-2714

Cell: (520) 440-1335

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