Notes of Change
Click here to read excerpts of letters that ANYTOWN Delegates wrote to their High School Principals.
ANYTOWN Testimonials
"NCCJ's formula for bringing our student together today will pay great dividends in building stronger and more prosperous communities in the near future." - Guilford County Commissioner, Bruce Davis
"Serving as a counselor at ANYTOWN was, hands down, the best single experience for me in all of 2009." -Ivan, NCCJ Board Member and ANYTOWN Volunteer
"My daughter attended ANYTOWN 2009 and had an amazing, transformative experience. After her ANYTOWN experience, she returned home empowered to effect change and advocate for social justice locally and globally." -Parent of a 2009 ANYTOWN delegate
“What did I find at ANYTOWN? All the things I ever wanted: family, friends—people who care for me and support me.”
—Maria, The Academy at Smith
“I came to ANYTOWN to find myself, but I got much more…a family as well as a better understanding of the world around us. That’s something I will always keep close to my heart.” —Trey, New Garden Friends School
“At ANYTOWN, I learned how to be more of a leader and to stand up for anyone. Along the way, I gained a family.” —Ebony, James B. Dudley High School
“At ANYTOWN, I learned not to fear the future—but to embrace it even if you think you’re not ready for it. I learned to be myself." —Derrick, Southeast Guilford High School
“ANYTOWN is a community in love. It’s such a beautiful experience. I now have a great sense of pride in myself. I know that I am strong enough to face the world and make it a better place.” —Ashley, High Point Central High
“ANYTOWN was an experience that instilled confidence in our son...something he has had difficulty finding in other places. He described it as a place where everyone is welcome. In that environment, he identified some of his gifts and talents that until now he has been challenged to explore. We are grateful and excited about the impact of this experience for him and other young people." —Cathy and Buck Cochran
“I would like to thank you and your staff for the great experience Morgan had at ANYTOWN. She made some really good new friends and she came back changed. I am sure she will never forget ANYTOWN. Your organization is changing lives and giving some teens the opportunity that they would otherwise never be able to have." —Tonya Jackson