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Watching him continue to grow, build friendships, play sports, laugh, and socialize showed me what is possible when children are given the right support, opportunities, and people who believe in them. That experience inspired the vision behind Level Up Foundation.
 

Our mission is to create more than just a program—we're building a community where teens and young adults with special needs can develop life skills, build meaningful friendships, discover their strengths, prepare for employment, and gain the confidence to live more independent lives.

But Level Up isn't only for our participants. It's also for their families.
 

As parents, we often carry the weight of advocating, planning, worrying, and searching for answers. That's why Level Up includes a dedicated Parent Room—a welcoming space where caregivers can relax, connect with other families, exchange ideas, attend educational workshops, speak with professionals, practice mindfulness, or simply enjoy a moment of peace while their loved ones are engaged in meaningful activities.

What began as my personal journey has grown into a mission to ensure that no family has to navigate this path alone. Every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive. Every parent deserves support. And every family deserves a place where they belong.
 

Welcome to Level Up Foundation.

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Our Mission

Empowering lives through independence.

MEET THE TEAM

Meet Our Founder
 

Turning a Personal Journey into a Place of Hope Level Up Foundation was born from a mother's love and determination.
 

As a single mother raising my son, who was diagnosed with autism at an early age, I was told something no parent ever wants to hear—that he might never speak. Those words could have defined our future, but I refused to let them define my son.

I immersed myself in learning everything I could. I researched holistic approaches, changed his diet, studied therapies, and searched for schools that would truly understand and support his unique needs. At a time when information and resources weren't as accessible as they are today, much of the journey involved educating myself and advocating for my child every step of the way.

Then something incredible happened.
 

At just two years old, my son began to speak!!!!

MY Story 

OUR DEDICATED TEAM 
Sharnanee Maragh
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CEO / Program Director

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CPO / Chief Program Officer

Marcus Thorne
Julene Lee

CFO / Community Coordinator

Jennifer Bogle

CDO / Chief Development Officer (Fundraising)

Theresa Ogbourne 

COO / Education Lead

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Azariah Henry

Program Director 

Kedijah Lebia

CHRO / Chief Human Resource Officer  

Winslowe Ogbourne II

Program Director / Life Skills Specialist

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Psychiatric Care

Dr. Kayanna Joans
Sara Maragh
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CMO / Chief Marketing Officer

CEO / Program Director

Sharnanee Maragh
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