PFK Team Highlight WELCOMING RICKY, OUR NEW PROGRAM DIRECTOR Meet Ricky Griffith, a dynamic individual who has traversed from the
bustling streets of Los Angeles to the vibrant cityscape of San Francisco.
With a solid educational foundation in Sociology from CSUN, Ricky
embarked on a journey driven by a passion for social welfare.
Currently serving as a social worker and program director for Pathways for
Kids, Ricky is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of children
and families. Through his work, he strives to create pathways to success for
underprivileged youth, providing them with the support and resources they
need to thrive.
But Ricky doesn't stop there. Inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit of those
around him at Pathways for Kids, he has ventured into new territory by
launching a car rental business. By surrounding himself with like-minded
individuals and seizing opportunities for innovation, he is not only driving
change in the social sector but also exploring new avenues for growth and
success.
Driven by a desire to create meaningful change and empower others, Ricky
exemplifies the spirit of resilience, determination, and entrepreneurship.
Whether it's through his work as a social worker or his entrepreneurial
endeavors, he continues to make a lasting impact on his community and
beyond. 98% of Pathways For
Kids surveyed would
rather acquire a skill
that makes more
money over time than
just receive a one-
time windfall. PATHWAYS FOR KIDS
IMPACT 2024
*2024 SURVEYS THE PATHFINDER - SPRING/SUMMER ISSUE 2024
PAGE 02In 2o24, too often have our kids been conditioned by social narratives
to ‘pick the oppressor’ to blame for life’s circumstances or that quick
money alone can buy one’s way out of a turbulent upbringing. PFK
operates on a deeper philosophy that our biggest oppresor isn’t
external, but rather our own self-talk. That the blank check isn’t the
answer, but find out how to become the check writer yourself. Our
program encourages kids to ask themselves, “how do I get the skills to
get that job to build that life, open that bank account, make those
investments, and make the money work for me?”
Our north star has always been to prepare our students for the ebbs
and flows of finance, politics, and technology by bringing them back
to the true meaning of essential skill acquisition in order to build an
independent life. More than ever, we must lean into our community
and continue to show shining examples of mentorship, philanthropy,
and love. And that before entitlement and recognition, the merit and
discipline and wisdom that precedes it is what keeps money flowing.
Your support as a donor, mentor, volunteer or friend means so much
to us. Help us bring back the narrative of hard work and learning as
the single most important reason we can tackle the behemoth of our
own mental obstacles.