Eric S. Harrington Brings You
YOUNG, BLACK & GIFTED:
TURNING MY DREAMS INTO REALITY WHILE STRIVING FOR GREATNESS
Eric S. Harrington grew up in Philadelphia, raised by his hardworking single mother and supportive family members. Football was Eric’s driving force every day because he believed this was the only way to escape the madness of dying at the hands of gang violence throughout the city. Hoping it would lead to a career as a professional athlete and Philanthropist. Eric’s mom had other plans for him that would line up with God’s plans.
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About Eric S. Harrington
Eric S. Harrington grew up in Philadelphia, raised by his hardworking single mother and family members. His early goal was to survive the challenges black men faced and escape violence through football, hoping it would lead to a career as a professional athlete and philanthropist. His mother, however, prioritized education and worked tirelessly to give him academic opportunities as a backup plan. Eric graduated from Cardinal Dougherty High School and the University of Dayton with a degree in Computer Science and a minor in business. Eric would find other ways to give back to his community by creating two non-profit organizations Christian Youth Coalition (“Stop The Youth Violence Program”), and Revitalization Program of Philadelphia (“Restructure The Philadelphia School Infrastructure”). The proceeds from the book will support these types of non-profit organizations: Children Cancer Research & Cure Organizations; Women & Children Against Abuse organizations; US Veteran Support Organizations and Youth Homeless Organizations.
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YOUNG BLACK AND GIFTED
The book reflects on how the United States of America has historically been unkind to black men as a whole through the eyes of a young black male growing up on the streets of Philadelphia. The obstacles and challenges he will face not knowing if he will live past the age of 18. With the help of his single mom, the village of relatives and his encounter with God, he’s able to discover his gift, identity and purpose.
“I hope that young people will read this book and understand how their participation in our government and world affairs is essential in shaping the future of our country. The future greatness of the United States of America lies in the hands of our youth. I pray to God that I will witness this change in our country before I transition to my new home in heaven.” Eric S. Harrington
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“Most black men born in the United States of America were not born with a silver spoon in their mouths. I want to give glory to God because He brought me through the challenges of life to write this story for others to read and to inspire them to choose “good” and allow God’s angels to guide their path despite the “evil” they may encounter along the way. When you choose “good” over “evil,” it helps you connect with the angel assigned to you. Your angel will show you the options that will enable you to make the right choices in life and remind you of how much you need God.”
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Tears filled my eyes as I read this book. Everything mentioned in the book is true and unfortunately a sad reality. Wish things could change for Black men in US
Jack Winchester
