THE FUTURE STARTS HERE.
A NEW WHOLE-CHILD CAMPUS FOR FRANKLIN COUNTY
Elevating youth. Empowering families. Building stronger communities.
We Elevate U (ELV8U), in partnership with Gym Skills, is creating Franklin County’s first fully integrated whole-child campus, bringing education, movement, family support, and opportunity together under one roof.
THE PROBLEM
We designed our campus around four documented needs in our community.
Thousands of children lack quality after-school enrichment amid documented countywide childcare seat shortages.
Franklin County families are navigating real gaps.
Our campus was designed around four documented needs in our community.
Homeschool Support Body: 8,000–12,000 homeschool students in Greater Columbus need structured enrichment, STEAM access, and peer socialization.
Neurodivergent Resources Body: Specialized, low-sensory environments are exceptionally rare, leaving critical funding like the Jon Peterson Scholarship unclaimed.
The Financial Missing Middle Body: Families earning above subsidy thresholds still can’t afford private-pay rates, an insurmountable barrier to access.
SO WE BUILT SOMETHING DIFFERENT.
THE ELV8U MODEL
1 + 1 = 3
Two organizations. One integrated campus. A shared vision for what's possible when the right resources come together.
ELV8U and Gym Skills are bringing complementary strengths into one 12,000-square-foot facility in Franklin County.
EDUCATION
Early childhood education, homeschool enrichment, STEAM learning, and academic support.
MOVEMENT
Elite gymnastics and movement expertise that helps children develop physically and confidently.
WHOLE-CHILD DEVELOPMENT
Character development, social-emotional growth, and entrepreneurial thinking.
FAMILY & COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Resources and opportunities designed around the real needs of families.
This isn't simply another program.
It's a connected ecosystem designed to help children and families thrive.
PROGRAMS
Four load-bearing pillars.
Pillar 1
Ages 3–5
A developmentally rigorous preschool experience combining classroom readiness with motor development.
3x or 5x weekly options, PFCC eligibility, and SUTQ-rated programming.
Pillar 2
Ages 5–12
More than homework help.
Children receive academic support, character development, STEAM enrichment, and opportunities to explore new interests.
Van pickup from Gahanna-Jefferson is available.
Pillar 3
For Homeschool Families
A structured Monday–Friday experience from 9 AM–2 PM designed to complement homeschool education.
Core and premium options include PE credit documentation, enrichment, and entrepreneurial project-based learning.
Pillar 4
Designed Around Individual Needs
A dedicated low-sensory environment for children with ASD, ADHD, and sensory profiles.
The program incorporates small group ratios and coordinated speech-language support into daily routines
Get Involved (Sponsorship Tiers)
GET INVOLVED
Capitalizing the vision.
Every dollar serves children, families, and community growth.
Tier 1
CHAMPION Impact. $25,000+/yr
Supports 25+ children. Named scholarship fund, permanent facility signage, event naming rights.
Tier 2
ELEVATE Impact. $10,000–24,999
Supports 10–24 children. Scholarship naming, annual impact update, digital recognition.
Tier 3
COMMUNITY BUILDER Impact. $5,000–9,999
Supports 5–9 children. Scholarship recognition, quarterly newsletter feature.
Tier 4
SUPPORTER Impact. $1,000–4,999
Supports 1–4 children. Annual thank-you, tax-deductible receipt, digital recognition.
NEXT STEPS
When we elevate children, we elevate everyone.
Step 1
EXPLORE Title:
Discover our mission Body: Tour the Gym Skills facility and learn how our integrated 1+1=3 model will change lives in Franklin County.
Step 2
CONNECT Title:
Join our network Body: Introduce us to community leaders, prospective families, and corporate partners who share our 2026 launch vision.
Step 3
INVEST Title:
Become a foundational sponsor Body: Commit your financial capital or entrepreneurial expertise to build the ecosystem our community deserves.
THE FUTURE DOESN'T BUILD ITSELF.
IT TAKES ALL OF US.
Whether you are a parent, educator, entrepreneur, community leader, donor, or partner, there is a place for you in this vision.
Let's elevate together.
"We all have gifts and talents. Don’t waste yours. Instead, use it to serve a purpose.”
Kenny Crump