The spiritual gift of mercy is characterized by a deep empathy and compassion for those who are suffering, leading to tangible acts of kindness and support. Individuals with this gift are drawn to those in need, offering comfort, practical help, and a listening ear. They are not simply sympathetic, but actively seek to alleviate the pain and difficulties of others, reflecting God's own mercy.
Youth empowerment is a process where children and young people are encouraged to take charge of their lives. They do this by addressing their situation and then take action in order to improve their access to resources and transform their consciousness through their beliefs, values, and attitudes.
Youth empowerment aims to improve quality of life. Youth empowerment is achieved through participation in youth empowerment programs. However scholars argue that children's rights implementation should go beyond learning about formal rights and procedures to give birth to a concrete experience of rights. A variety of youth empowerment initiatives are underway around the world. These programs can be through non-profit organizations, government organizations, schools or private organizations.
Youth empowerment is different from youth development because development is centered on developing individuals, while empowerment is focused on creating greater community change relies on the development of individual capacity.
Welcome to Angels of Mercy Youth Foundation
We are an organization sponsored by NEW HORIZONS : KOPPISCH EDUCATIONAL & CONSULTING SERVICES, LLC.
with our headquarters located in Erie, Michigan dedicated to serving the youth in our community and across Latin countries. Our mission is to provide a safe and nurturing environment where young people can grow spiritually, intellectually, and emotionally. Through our programs and services, we aim to inspire, empower, and guide the next generation towards a brighter future.
Local people always know their neighborhoods best.
It’s a fundamental truth that drives everything we do here at ANGELS OF MERCY YOUTH FOUNDATION – and it’s why we work through grassroots organizations made up of people who live in the area and who have a stake in creating the conditions their children need to thrive. These local partner organizations are our hands and feet, working alongside kids and families in locally relevant ways to help more children achieve their potential.
ANGELS OF MERCY YOUTH FOUNDATION works this way because we believe in partnership, not patronization.
We believe that local ownership of change is critical to improving children’s lives, and we believe that by acting in partnership, we can all do more for each other.
Working together — sharing resources, knowledge and experience — we can create greater impact in the short term and build stronger communities in the long term.
Through these partnerships, ANGELS OF MERCY YOUTH FOUNDATION reaches kids directly while also involving parents, teachers and local governments in upholding children’s rights. And we ensure that the positive changes we’re working toward together – like better access to education, health, safety and opportunity – really stick.

WHY LOCAL PARTNERS?
Together, ANGELS OF MERCY YOUTH FOUNDATION, its local partners and the kids and families we work with are co-creating societies that recognize children’s worth, protect their rights and nurture their potential. Because local people know their own neighborhoods best. Families know their own dynamics best. And children know what it’s like to be them better than anyone.
· Population Access and Influence
Through local partner organizations, we have a more direct relationship with children and communities that are experiencing poverty and other challenges, as well as the governments that serve them.
· Program Relevancy and Adaptation
Strong, well-established local partners understand their communities and work with them to identify priority issues to address through programs that they tailor to local needs.
· Community Ownership
Given their roots in the community, local partners can promote stronger local decision making and have a greater effect on the local power base. They are also best positioned to check up on the children on a regular basis: Every six months, local partners make sure each enrolled child is still living in the community and participating in our programs and check on their health and education status.
· Sustainability
Local partners can more ably sustain efforts to support kids’ well-being over successive generations, long after ANGELS OF MERCY YOUTH FOUNDATION’s financial commitments to them end.
· Efficiency
Working through local partners allows us to share resources for maximum impact in kids’ lives.
OUR SERVICES

Youth Mentoring
Our youth mentoring program matches young individuals with caring and experienced mentors who provide guidance and support.
PROMOTE THAT ROLE IN COMMUNITY IS UNDERSTOOD.
PROMOTE RESPECT FOR OTHERS IS STRENGTHENED.
PROMOTE THAT LIFE-SKILLS ARE STRENGTHENED.
PROMOTE THAT SELF-BELIEF IS STRENGHTENED AMONGST THE YOUTH.
PROMOTE THAT CAREER OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOUTH ARE IDENTIFIED AND PURSUED.

NEW HORIZONS Core Programs
TRANSFORMATION 2030
Our youth transformation programs offer social work and educational services, workshops, and resources to help young people reach their goals and dreams.
PROMOTE THAT INSTITUTIONS ACCELERATE YOUTH LED EFFORTS FOR CHANGE.
PROMOTE THAT SYSTEM POLICIES TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION YOUTH INPUTS.
PROMOTE THAT YOUTH HAVE MEANINGFUL DECISION-MAKING POWER IN THE SYSTEM.
MARKET SYSTEMS THAT TAKE ADVANTAGE OF YOUTH LED INNOVATIONS.

Community Outreach
Through our community outreach initiatives, we actively engage with the wider community, providing assistance to those in need and spreading love and kindness.
FOSTER CIVIC ENGAGEMENT.
PROVIDE ACCESS TO SAFE PLACES.
STRENGTHEN YOUTH SERVING INSTITUTIONS.
ENGAGE BUSINESSES WITH YOUTH PROGRAMS.
REDUCE BARRIERS TO YOUTH EMPLOYMENT.
FOSTER SUPPORTIVE FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES.
Frequently Asked Questions

Contact us
For more information or to get involved, please contact us at Email address:
drkoppisch@gmail.com
Location
ANGELS OF MERCY YOUTH FOUNDATION
6255 Telegraph Road, Lot 125
Erie, Monroe County, MICHIGAN, 48133
United States
About us
Angels of Mercy Youth Foundation, Inc.
Is also an integral part of a welcoming and inclusive missionary church that believes in the power of faith, love, and compassion. We strive to create a nurturing environment where young people can explore their spirituality, build meaningful connections, and discover their purpose. Our dedicated team of pastors, mentors, and volunteers are committed to making a positive impact in the lives of the youth in places where our assistance might be needed, according to our resources.

