Overview of our Organization

We began in 1997 as a women's entrepreneurial support program, under the name "Ladies of Destiny and Purpose, International.  In 1999, our focus and mission broadened, and we formed "Destiny and Purpose Community Outreach (DAPCO) a charitable, educational and mission minded community development organization.

Outreach Components

1. Ladies of Destiny and Purpose, International

2. Gentlemen of Destiny and Purpose

3. Youth of Destiny and Purpose

4. (CAP)

Programs

A. Entrepreneur & Life support workshops for women 

B. Role-Model Mentoring program for young women (Youth on a Positive Note)

  C. Job training, Coaching and job placement for program participants (CAP "Community Advancement Program")

D. Non-Profit training and Community Support resources (C.A.P.) "Community Alliance of Partnerships"
E. Intertwined - Marriage & Relationship enhancement classes
F. Alternate Solution - Ex-offender mediation & resource services

2009-2010 Board of Directors: Board of Directors meet quarterly (or when needed) to maintain the business and operational matters of the organization.  The Board members are: President, Beula Brown - Vice-President, Sylvia Clark - Treasurers, Johnathan Ross & Leon Mack  Secretaries, Kawaun Maxwell & Njina James Officers,  Betty Davis, Charles Smith, Jr., and Karen Hollis.

{ADVISORY BOARD}
Judge Brenda K. Sanders
Blossom Mabon
Cedric Robinson
Ben Vos
Edmond M. Parker Sr.