OUR STORY

The Bria Janelle Foundation is a 501c3 organization dedicated to igniting positive change in the lives of young individuals through empowerment, education, and community engagement. Our mission is to provide a nurturing platform that equips youth with the tools and resources needed to overcome obstacles and flourish in all aspects of their journey. By fostering self-confidence, promoting education, and nurturing a spirit of unity, we aim to inspire the next generation to rise above challenges and realize their full potential. Through unwavering commitment and collaboration, we strive to create a brighter future for the youth we serve and the communities we impact.

About the Bria Janelle Foundation.

Founder Story.

Meet Our Founder — Bria Janelle

Bria Janelle founded the Bria Janelle Foundation with a simple but powerful belief: confidence, exposure, and opportunity can change the trajectory of a young girl’s life.

As a sports media professional and in-arena host with more than 16 years of experience working across professional and collegiate sports, Bria has spent her career in environments where discipline, preparation, and confidence are essential. She has stood on some of the biggest stages in sports, working alongside elite athletes, executives, and industry leaders. Through those experiences, she recognized something important — access to opportunity often determines who succeeds.

But she also saw a gap.

Many young girls, especially those from underserved communities, were not being introduced to environments that build confidence, leadership, and real-world exposure to career pathways. They had talent and potential, but they lacked the support systems and opportunities that help young people see what is possible for their future.

That realization became the foundation for her work.

Bria created the Bria Janelle Foundation to close the gap between potential and opportunity. She envisioned a program that would not only introduce girls to new experiences, but also guide them through personal growth, leadership development, and preparation for life beyond the classroom. That vision led to the creation of Her Shot Golf, the Foundation’s flagship program.

Through Her Shot Golf, Bria uses the game of golf as a platform to teach discipline, confidence, and life skills while connecting girls to mentors, professionals, and career opportunities both on and off the course. The program is intentionally designed as a to-and-through model, meaning participants are supported from introduction to opportunity — with a focus on long-term growth, education, and leadership.

For Bria, this work is deeply personal.

She believes every girl deserves to be seen, supported, and given a chance to succeed. She believes confidence can be taught, leadership can be developed, and opportunity can be created. And she believes that when young women are given the right tools and support, they can achieve more than they ever imagined.

Today, through the Bria Janelle Foundation, Bria continues to lead with purpose — building programs that empower girls, strengthen communities, and create pathways to brighter futures.

Because every girl deserves a shot…

Meet Our Team

  • Bria Janelle

    Founder + CEO

    Long before earning the name “Voice of A Generation”, Bria Janelle has proven that her hard work, talent, and dedication are her key ingredients for creating unique experiences for brands and fans.

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  • Michelle Townsend

    Director Of Communications

    Michelle Townsend is a results oriented professional with experience in project management, marketing, and sales coordination. As a travel business owner, she is a motivated self-starter with a commitment to offering (cont.)

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  • Patrick Lindenmeyer

    Director of Development

    After spending over 17 years in the financial services and investment sector, Patrick Lindenmeyer shifted gears, jumping full time into philanthropic fundraising, leveraging his expertise in finance with philanthropy to (cont.).

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  • Ivan G Bolden

    Senior Strategic Advisor

    Mr. Bolden retired December 2023 after 50 years of service to the DoD. He served as the Chief, Army Partnerships, Deputy Chief of Staff, Installations (G-9) and theChairman of the Joint Services Partnership Committee.

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  • Gina Cunningham

    Director Of Operations

    Gina is a dynamic and visionary leader with a proven track record in bringing stories to life through the art of creative expression. Recently appointed as the Director Of Operations for the Bria Janelle Foundation, Gina (cont.)

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  • Richard Palmer

    Richard Palmer

    Marketing Strategist & Creative Brand Advisor

    Richard Palmer is a seasoned brand marketing professional with over 14 years of success in the sports and entertainment industries. His diverse career includes impactful roles with top organizations like the Cleveland Cavaliers, Reebok, UNC-Chapel Hill, Nike, and Jordan Brand. (cont)

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Ready to Be Part of the Impact?

Every girl deserves access to opportunity, mentorship, and the confidence to pursue her future. Through the Bria Janelle Foundation and our flagship program, Her Shot Golf, we are building leaders, expanding pathways, and creating lasting change in the lives of young women.

Whether you are looking to learn more, see the results of our work, or support the mission, there is a place for you in this movement.

Together, we can continue giving her a shot.