Higher Is Waiting Nonprofit Organization

Mission

Jayden A. Watkins officially incorporated Higher Is Waiting 501(c)(3) Nonprofit Organization on January 4th, 2024. Higher Is Waiting 's mission is to educate, equip, and empower individuals, with a strong emphasis on supporting youth. The organization is committed to providing disadvantaged individuals with essential resources, offering mentorship to youth, and hosting faith-based events to foster confidence, personal growth, and community impact.

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Regular Programs

EMPOWERED teen Bible study and mentorship group
Quarterly in-kind donations to underserved shelters and people in need
Quarterly faith-based events opened to the public
Yearly community book bag giveaway & school resource event
Yearly scholarships for college students or those pursuing extracurricular activities.

UPCOMING EVENT! AUGUST 9th 2025

Shaping the Future: A Community Empowerment Extravaganza

📅 Saturday, August 9th, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 205 Breckenridge St, Henderson, NC

Join us for Shaping the Future: A Community Empowerment Extravaganza—a dynamic back-to-school event designed to uplift, inspire, and support families across our Tier One community.

Hosted by Higher Is Waiting Nonprofit Organization, under the leadership of 17-year-old Executive Director Jayden Watkins, this event is more than a giveaway—it’s a movement.

We’re expecting over 2,000 attendees to take part in this exciting day, which will include:

🎒 Giveaway of 500+ backpacks filled with school supplies
🎓 Scholarship opportunities
🎤 Youth performances and speakers
🍔 Local food trucks and vendors
🎪 Community resources and engagement activities

This is a FREE family-friendly event designed to empower youth and equip families. Come out and celebrate the power of unity, education, and hope!

For questions, contact Jayden Watkins: 📧 iamjaydenwatkins@gmail.com
📱 (252) 425-0354

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Board of Directors

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & PRESIDENT - Jayden Watkins

VICE PRESIDENT - Dr. Shannon Bullock

SECRETARY - Deborah Davis-Allen

VICE SECRETARY - Katrina Tunstall

TREASURER - Crystal Richardson

BOARD MEMBERS: Latannya Joyner, Victor Clifton and Bratanya Simmons

TV Features

CBS 17 Feature (January 2025) - EMPOWERED's 1st Anniversary

CBS 17 News: EMPOWERED: Teen Bible Study & Mentorship Group celebrates one year of transforming lives! Founded by Jayden Watkins and based in Henderson, NC, this initiative has impacted over 120 teens, providing spiritual growth, mentorship, and essential resources. Help us continue to educate, equip, and empower the next generation. Donate today: https://cash.app/$higherforus1 Email iamjaydenwatkins@gmail.com for more information. #teenleadership #christian #youngleaders #empowered #tvinterview

ABC 11 Feature | July 2024

On the night of Friday, July 26th, 2024 a large group of EMPOWERED teenagers in Henderson, NC gathered together to make more than 100 Blessing Bags for the homeless. Items such as deodorant, toothpaste, toothbrushes, washcloths, body wash, menstrual pads, and socks were included in the Blessing Bags.

Many Henderson community members and organizations donated to this cause. This is just one of the regular projects that they do regularly.

The teens gathered tonight also for their EMPOWERED Bible study and mentorship group meetup. The group was founded by 16-year-old Jayden Watkins, a minister, author and executive director of Higher Is Waiting Nonprofit Organization. Jayden said, “Henderson is a rural community that lacks many resources. Myself and the teens of EMPOWERED aimed to spread hope and be beacons of light”.

CBS 17 Feature (January 2024) - Launch of "EMPOWERED: Teen Bible Study & Mentorship Group"

"God gave me a vision of a large multiracial group of teenagers coming together in North Carolina to evolve as young leaders for Jesus Christ. I present to the WORLD, "EMPOWERED"; a monthly teen Bible study group that will start a revolution! At the launch event, each teenager (13 - 19 years old) received their own personalized bible and study supplies. Each teenager also made "Blessing Bags" filled with hygiene products and winter supplies for the less fortunate.This seemed impossible to put together as a teenager and visionary, but God made it happen!" - Minister Jayden Watkins

Higher Is Waiting Nonprofit Organization

Mission

Regular Programs

UPCOMING EVENT! AUGUST 9th 2025

Shaping the Future: A Community Empowerment Extravaganza

Board of Directors

Our Partners

TV Features

CBS 17 Feature (January 2025) - EMPOWERED's 1st Anniversary

ABC 11 Feature | July 2024

CBS 17 Feature (January 2024) - Launch of "EMPOWERED: Teen Bible Study & Mentorship Group"

Feeding The Homeless

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Let It Shine Talent Show (May 2024)

EMPOWERED: Monthly Teen Bible Study Group | LAUNCH | January 2024

You Matter (July 2023) - Motivational Presentation & Giveback (Vance County Schools ESL Program)

Soup For The Soul (October 2022): Restoring Hope Into A Broken Community