The Lawn Academy
Beautifying Communities, One Lawn at a Time
The Lawn Academy
Beautifying Communities, One Lawn at a Time
Help US with youth development programming
THANK YOU
2026 YOUTH Summer Jobs - getting ready
For Detroit Youth, ages 11-19
Community Service, CISCO Computer Networking, Financial Literacy, Drone Technology, and Much More...
Our Next Steps & How You Can Help
- Google Classes for the Elderly - Feb '26
- Implement Peer Tutoring Model - Nov '25 - May '26
- Help Support our 9 Programming Locations
- Hire +250 youth - Summer - June '26, ages 11-21
Your donations will help us meet our goals.
501c3 Tax Deductible
summer enrichment programming - 2026
Mission
Activities
Mission
Provide leadership training and mentoring to youth through a college immersion program and community service projects - while assisting those who are elderly, veterans and disabled/handicapped with lawn care services at no charge.
Goal
Activities
Mission
Youth awareness & development
in 6 key areas:
Competency
Confidence
Connection
Character
Compassion
Contribution
Activities
Activities
Activities
Career Exploration
College Immersion Program
Computer Certification
Financial Literacy Training
Life Coaching / Mentoring
Math, ELA, & STEM Programming
Summer Enrichment Programming
Free Lawn Care for Seniors, Veterans, and people with Special Needs
USDA Non-discrimination statement
The Lawn Academy - Empowering Communities
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the State or local Agency that administers the program or contact USDA through the Telecommunications Relay Service at 711 (voice and TTY). Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Mail Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.
USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.
Recognition
Governor's Service Award
Spirit of Detroit - City Council of Detroit
Certificate of Recognition - Detroit Chief of Police
National Quality Mentoring System - Badge #1
Recognition of Excellence - Mopar Supply Chain
Resolution - Detroit Board of Police Commissioners
Charity of the Year - Wayne State University School of Medicine - Aesculapians
Neighborhood Police Officers
Thank You
Thanks (left to right) Officer Berry, Officer Parker, Officer Barber, and the Leadership Team of Detroit Police Department Precinct 10 for your continued protection and encouragement of Lawn Academy youth participants.
About Us
Background
Taking care of the elderly, by providing lawn care services, has been a joy of mine since my youth. I cultivated my lawn care skills by manicuring my grandmother's lawn, the late Ms. Rosie Henderson, who encouraged me through her positive words and prayers.
I learned at an early age that several elderly residents and people with disabilities struggle finding affordable, reliable and trustworthy sources for lawn care.
In memory and celebration of my mother, Dr. Deloris Miller, and my grandmother, I created The Lawn Academy to provide an avenue for youth to increase their academic competency and contribute to their communities. The Lawn Academy provides a focused approach to academic achievement and character development. Youth participants are provided an opportunity to take care of elderly, veteran and handicapped/disabled residents by providing lawn care services, free of charge. I believe the internal fortitude and character of youth will be further developed through their service to those in need.
Eric L. Miller
Dr. Deloris Miller
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