About Us
We believe a dog can change the way we see the world. We also believe every teen deserves an opportunity to create and realize a meaningful, happy, and prosperous life. To this end, we aim to make a difference in the lives of teens, their families, their communities, and animals, one dog at a time.
Who We Are
Serving the Southern California area, The BOLO Project is a nonprofit dedicated to harnessing the power of the dog-human bond to empower teens. Through our programs, we create opportunities for personal growth while fostering emotional and psychological resilience, empathy, leadership, and a spirit of giving back.
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Our flagship location in Los Alamitos, California, serves as the heart of our community-focused programs. We partner with local schools, organizations, and families to build an environment where young people can thrive, forge meaningful connections, and develop lifelong skills.
As we continue to grow, we are proud to contribute to the vibrant Southern California area by supporting teens
and their families.
What We Do
As dedicated advocates for personal development, leadership, and philanthropy, we facilitate a dog-centric program designed to engage and inspire teens through the transformative power of dogs.
The journey begins with a two-day retreat workshop infused with activities and instruction introducing them to success principles, leadership, and financial literacy. Guided by experienced mentors and surrounded by the joyful energy of dogs, teens will begin an empowering journey to “fetch a life they love”.
We help teens “unleash their potential” through the Science of Success. Over the duration of an 8 weeks, participants will meet once per week and engage in our comprehensive curriculum, crafted to equip teens with the mindset needed to thrive. Through the lens of dogs, we explore the principles of reliance, determination, effective goal setting, and growth mindset, unlocking the secrets to achieving greatness. Teens will also gain knowledge in financial literacy to be better prepared for life in the “real world”.
We inspire teens to make a difference as they collaborate on a philanthropic project. They will learn they can do big things and use newfound skills and passion to make an impact in the world.
Our Mission
To build confident, resilient, purpose-driven teens through the power of the Dog-human bond.
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We create experiences that help young people better understand themselves, develop the mindset and life skills to navigate challenges, build meaningful relationships, and recognize their ability to positively impact the world around them.
Our Vision
We see a future where teens feel seen, supported, challenged, and empowered to lead themselves well.
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We see young people who understand that confidence can be built, resilience can be practiced, and their current circumstances do not determine what they are capable of becoming.
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We see dogs helping create connection in places where words sometimes cannot.
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And we see The BOLO Project growing into a movement that equips a generation of young people with the mindset, tools, relationships, and belief in themselves to create meaningful lives and positively impact the people and communities around them.
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Because when we help teens change the way they see themselves, we help change what they believe is possible.