About 212 Degrees Fahrenheit: Pioneering Change in Education and Community Support
Empowering Diverse Communities Through Innovative Education and Enrichment Programs
212 DEGREE FAHRENHEIT
Founded in Tulsa, Oklahoma, 212 Degrees Fahrenheit began with a simple yet powerful mission: to address the diverse educational and enrichment needs of youth. What started as a local initiative has since grown into a global movement, impacting individuals far beyond Tulsa’s borders. With the advent of technology, the organization now reaches the four corners of the world, providing active online programs that allow us to connect with youth and communities in ways that were once unimaginable.
Through these digital platforms, 212 Degrees Fahrenheit has significantly expanded its reach, offering mentorship, educational resources, and enrichment programs to a global audience. This online presence ensures that more young people, no matter where they are, have access to the transformative education and support that 212 Degrees Fahrenheit is known for.
Our Mission
​At 212 Degrees Fahrenheit, we empower youth and young adults of all backgrounds to discover and embrace their true identity in Christ. Rooted in faith, we guide participants to understand their God-given gifts and talents, fostering a deep love for who they are in Him. Through mentorship, education, assessments, and ongoing support, we help individuals embark on transformative journeys of self-actualization, leading them to uncover their passions and purpose as they grow in Christ.
Our Vision
212 Degrees Fahrenheit’s vision is to ensure youth have the necessary social and emotional learning skills, college readiness, and workforce development skills to be successful in life. We will provide youth with real-life, engaging, and purposeful experiences that will allow them to dream, accomplish, and develop into thriving participants of their community.
Our Values
Making a Difference
212 Degrees Fahrenheit believes that all youth can grow their capabilities, and that belief influences educational and life outcomes. 212 Degrees Fahrenheit believes that learning outcomes are subject to the prior expectations educators, families, and communities have of it, therefore, 212 Degrees Fahrenheit expects great things.
Commitment
212 Degrees Fahrenheit defines commitment as the ability to persevere in the face of difficulty until goals are met. 212 Degrees Fahrenheit believes in challenging the organization to become more than it is today – to endure and persist over time on a journey towards accomplishing big and hard things.
Creativity
212 Degrees Fahrenheit fosters an environment that celebrates creativity that leads to a deeper understanding for youth, communities, the organization, and of education. 212 Degrees Fahrenheit believes creativity is the engine for innovation. It is what motivates people to ask questions, research answers, and discover new things.
Empowerment
To provide youth with the best opportunities, 212 Degrees Fahrenheit empowers families and communities to be more actively engaged in their children’s educational lives and outcomes.