Team Thurmond Mentoring, Inc

Our Mission

TTM is dedicated to building meaningful & supportive relationships with our youth, young adults, and our community through life changing mentorship, community involvement, motivational speaking programs, & school/sports chaplaincy.

We are raising up men to impact generations.

We provide top level mentors to schools, and organizations. We offer school presentations in public, private, and alternative schools, speaking and encouraging not only students, but also staff and administration. We partner with detention facilities, jails & prisons to bring hope & purpose to men and youth. 

We specialize in partnerships with schools and organizations bringing mentor programs & services.

Currently TTM serves several local public schools, the Boys & Girls Club of Lanier, and the RYDC. We also partner with local athletic organizations and gyms.

Team Thurmond Mentoring is recognized by the IRS as a not for profit 501c3 charitable organization. Your donation to TTM is tax deductible to the full extent of the law. However, certain donations in which donors receive a good or service in return for a donation are not tax deductible or may be only partially deductible. Please consult with your financial advisor for the tax implications of your donation.

Our Impact in 2024

6

schools served by TTM

12,000

youth served by TTM

8

athletic organizations served by TTM

$1000

in scholarships awarded by TTM

4

community events hosted by TTM

Building Boys & Mending Men

Team Thurmond Mentoring, Inc is a non profit organization committed to mentoring and building relationships with our youth and their families. TTM is a positive and well known pillar of the community for our young people to feel safe, connected, loved, encouraged and supported as they connect with their purpose and carry it out. TTM works with individuals, groups, schools and organizations to amplify their gifts and empower them to stay on the path that leads to success.​

Our Services

  • Mentorship Programs

  • Motivational Speaking & School Programs

  • Community Outreach & Involvement

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Meet The Founder

  • Michael Thurmond

    Author, Speaker, Chaplain, & Spiritual Mentor

    Michael is a professional speaker, published author, chaplain, and the founder of TTM. He has a passion for athletes, coaches, youth, and men in general.

    ​Michael has a dynamic way to engage the audience to share encouragement, love, and hope.

    With over 20 years of experience, Michael has delivered sermons, keynote speeches, published a devotional, and provided pastoral care to individuals and organizations. He has served as a chaplain for several sports teams & businesses, and mentors quite a few NFL players. His expertise includes relationship building, leadership support, spiritual guidance, positive encouragement, and an engaging way to share the hope & love of Christ. Michael is also a certified mental health coach.

    Michael is the founder of Team Thurmond Mentoring, Inc. TTM is a non profit organization committed to mentoring and building relationships through sports & athletics with our youth and their families. TTM is a positive and well known pillar of the community for our young people to feel safe, connected, loved, encouraged and supported as they connect with their purpose and carry it out. Michael, through TTM, works with individuals, groups, schools and organizations to amplify their gifts and empower them to stay on the path that leads to success.​

    Michael speaks in both religious and secular settings. No location or organization is off limits. He spends most of his time speaking in the public school system where he has crafted messages to share the hope and love of Jesus without being able to even share His name. Wherever Michael goes he leaves a lasting impact with hearts filled with hope, encouragement, love and worth. ​

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“Mike’s impact on our team is immeasurable. He challenges both players and coaches to be better men. Every day our coaches are reminded to STAY IN THE ROOM with our players! He has a unique ability to connect with everyone in the room. And…He can’t guard me.”

— Coach Wood, Lakeview Academy

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