It all began with STRUGGLES.

Established in 2020 by Dr. LaTasha Ireland and formally recognized in 2021 with the collaborative efforts of Kenneth Ireland, Felicia Dial-Brown, and Patrick Brown, the Cultivating Thru Struggles Network, a 501c3 non-profit, is guided by the transformative power of challenges embodying the vision to create JIFEs- Joint Integrated Fulfillment Environments. Dr. Ireland's personal journey—overcoming education hurdles, navigating life complexities, and military service—inspired her to turn struggles into strategies for growth, all made possible by her family's empowerment, support, guidance, and love. With a vision beyond individual growth, the foundation shines a spotlight on community contributions and drives positive change through research-based empowerment.

Our Mission

To catalyze transformative possibilities for individuals, families, and communities to elevate themselves by:

Our Vision

To empower individuals, families, and communities to transform Struggles into Strategies for growth, uniting in innovative collaboration. Diverse perspectives amplify journeys, eradicating barriers and fostering shared prosperity, creating a world where challenges lead to resilience, fulfillment, and positive change.

Our Values

Aligned with the mission and vision of Cultivating Thru Struggles, our initiatives embody the values of combined joint forces, integrated endeavors, fulfillment-driven enrichments, and environment purpose-driven empowerment. These values form a comprehensive and impactful approach to fostering transformative change.