Did You Know?
Most at-risk youth in St. Croix face numerous challenges. They’re living in poverty, doing poorly in school, and lack positive role models and the tools to make good decisions. Many have completely lost hope and have turned to risky behaviors. And the list goes on, with many problems feeding into each other.
Positive Changes
Project Promise is dedicated to bringing about positive change in our world. Our vision is to give at-risk youth the tools and support they need to live healthier lives. Our objectives are to enhance their decision-making and conflict resolution skills, enable them to discover their vocational interests, and ultimately integrate them into society and our economy. Our goal is to inspire a future of excellence and success for youth throughout the Virgin Islands community and the world.
From life coaching and personal wellness to academic tutoring, community service, cultural programs, family services and more, Project Promise gives St. Croix’ at-risk youth an opportunity for positive change in a safe, secure, and nurturing environment, by introducing them to our natural resources, our history and culture, and our most valuable resource, themselves.
Current Programs
ROBOTICS PROGRAM
Robotics is a huge, growing, and fascinating field, as many industries are pushing to increase efficiency through automation.
CORAL CONSERVATION
This program offers sixth grade students the opportunity to visit and learn about The Nature Conservancy’s USVI Coral Innovation Hub.
BUCK ISLAND PROGRAM
This program offers 5th grade students the opportunity to visit and learn about the Buck Island Reef National Monument.
EXCELLENCE & LEADERSHIP
This program is designed to acknowledge and recognize three outstanding public high school seniors.
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THE CATERPILLAR PROJECT
This project is a long-term program designed to make a significant difference in the lives of at-risk youth in St. Croix.
SALT RIVER PROGRAM
This program offers 4th grade students the opportunity to visit and learn about the SRB National Historical Park & Ecological Preserve.
Highlighted Projects
TRAIN THE TRAINER
This program is designed to equip teachers & students with the essential resources & training required to implement the program.
SUMMER OF SERVICE 2
The Caterpillar students rode the rails across America during the summer of 2025 to make an impact on its communities.
WE DID IT!
9 years ago President & Founder Resa O’Reilly saw a dilapidated building in downtown Christiansted and had a vision. “One day!”
C-19 YOUTH AMBASSADOR
The Caterpillar students have completed Heart to Heart International’s COVID-19 Youth Ambassador program.
SUMMER OF SERVICE
The Caterpillar students drove across America this summer to make an impact on communities outside of the U.S. Virgin Islands.
EDUCATING SOUTH AFRICA
Project Promise announced their gifting of close to $10,000 to educate 30 children in South Africa for an entire year.
How You Can Help!
WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
You can make a difference today. With your support we can positively impact the lives of our islands youth and expand our already-proven services!
SHARE YOUR STORY
If you have something positive to say about Project Promise and the impact it has had on you, your family, your business or your community, we’d love for you to share your story.
