2026 Mission Statement: Elevating Legacy, Expanding Impact

As we reflect on everything Thimbrel Worldwide accomplished in 2025, one thing is clear: our mission is growing, our reach is expanding, and our commitment to community is stronger than ever.

From hosting large-scale community events to honoring youth excellence and advocating for safer neighborhoods, 2025 was a year of action. Now, in 2026, we move forward with greater intention and an even bigger vision.

🌍 Our Core Mission for 2026

In 2026, Thimbrel Worldwide is committed to:

Building legacy. Empowering youth. Strengthening community. Creating sustainable impact.

Everything we do will continue to center around these pillars.

πŸŽ“ Expanding Youth Empowerment

After successfully hosting the first Kids Excellence Awards and awarding scholarships to graduating students, 2026 will focus on expanding youth recognition and mentorship opportunities.

We aim to:

  • Grow the Kids Excellence Awards to reach even more students

  • Increase scholarship fundraising efforts

  • Create mentorship and leadership development opportunities

  • Partner with additional schools and athletic programs

Our youth are not just the future β€” they are the present. And we will continue to invest in them.

πŸ† Strengthening the Legacy Award Tradition

With the introduction of the Thimbrel Worldwide Legacy Award and honoring our first recipient, Donell Canmu-Campbell, we established a powerful new tradition.

In 2026, we will:

  • Formalize the Legacy Award nomination process

  • Highlight honorees year-round

  • Preserve and celebrate community leadership stories

Only one individual will receive this award each year β€” ensuring it remains a prestigious and meaningful honor.

πŸŽ‰ Growing Community Events & Traditions

The success of the Edgecombe Back to School Block Party proved what’s possible when a community comes together. In 2026, we plan to:

  • Expand attendance and programming

  • Increase partnerships with local businesses

  • Add more youth-centered activities

  • Strengthen volunteer involvement

We also plan to grow seasonal initiatives like:

  • The Halloween Costume Contest

  • Summer hydration efforts through NY Quench Quest

Community presence matters β€” and we will continue to show up.

🚧 Advocating for Safer Neighborhoods

Our advocacy efforts β€” from proposing dome mirror installations to engaging homeowners and city officials β€” demonstrated that real change begins with civic engagement.

In 2026, we will:

  • Continue working with local officials and departments

  • Push forward community safety initiatives

  • Encourage residents to use their voices for positive change

Safety is not optional. It is essential.

🀝 Building Strategic Partnerships

Our collaborations with organizations like Swish Athletics, community leaders, vendors, DJs, and local cooks made 2025 events possible.

In 2026, we aim to:

  • Strengthen existing partnerships

  • Develop new collaborations across NYC

  • Expand our presence beyond single-event impact

We believe partnership multiplies purpose.

πŸ’‘ Innovation & Visibility

From NFC-enabled keychains to digital speech uploads and grassroots petitioning, we embraced innovation in 2025.

In 2026, we will:

  • Increase our digital presence

  • Improve community communication

  • Enhance brand visibility

  • Create new fundraising and engagement tools

We’re not just building events β€” we’re building a movement.

πŸ”₯ The 2026 Commitment

Thimbrel Worldwide was built on integrity, service, and leadership. In 2026, we commit to:

  • Being present.

  • Being proactive.

  • Being purpose-driven.

  • Being consistent.

Our mission is not seasonal. It is ongoing.

Thank you to everyone who supported our journey in 2025. The foundation has been laid. The momentum is real. And the vision is bigger than ever.

2026 is about elevation.

2026 is about legacy.

2026 is about impact.

Warm regards,

Myles Thimbrel

President

Thimbrel Worldwide

Myles@Thimbrel.com