Burnie Legette Foundation emblem with portrait images
Our Mission

Training
for Leadership

Mentorship. Education. Role Models. Youth Development.

The mission of the Burnie Legette Foundation is to carry forward a legacy of service by helping youth grow through educational support, mentorship, leadership training, and positive examples they can trust.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Burnie Legette Foundation is to provide Training for Leadership through Mentoring and Tutorial Programs designed to assist the educational needs of youth and provide positive role models.

The foundation works to support young people as they build confidence, academic discipline, personal responsibility, and leadership skills. Through guidance, encouragement, and community support, the foundation helps youth see a larger future and take practical steps toward that future.

Mission Focus

Education: Supporting student learning and academic confidence.

Mentorship: Connecting youth with trusted role models.

Leadership: Helping young people develop character, discipline, and purpose.

Service: Strengthening community through meaningful action.

Purpose in Action

Established in 2008, the Burnie Legette Foundation exists to turn legacy into active service for youth and families.

Why This Mission Matters

Young people need more than encouragement. They need structure, examples, accountability, and access to people who believe in their potential.

The foundation’s mission meets that need through mentorship, tutorial support, and leadership development. The goal is simple: help youth grow academically, personally, and socially.

By investing in youth, the foundation strengthens families, schools, and the broader Colorado Springs community.

Mission Pillars

Education

Support learning, tutoring, and academic growth.

Mentorship

Provide trusted guidance and positive role models.

Leadership

Build confidence, discipline, and personal responsibility.

Service

Strengthen youth, families, and community through action.

Ideas are a dime a dozen.
People who put them into action are priceless.
Burnie Legette

Support the Mission

Your support helps the Burnie Legette Foundation continue mentorship, educational support, youth leadership development, and community-focused service.