Al Duncan Keynotes Christmas Event For At-Risk Teens

MARIETTA, GA -  The room at the Paper Mill Grill in East Cobb was overflowing recently with seasonal good cheer as OK for Youth mentors and their spouses talked with their teenaged mentees. Many of the at-risk teens were dressed in suits and festive attire, ready for a special dinner and a message from one of their favorite speakers Al Duncan. Al is a genius at keeping his young audience laughing and attentive, while delivering a poignant message, not easily forgotten. His intensity, he says, comes from his own life experience, which strengthens his unique connection to youth. 

This special Christmas Dinner was the 7th for Opportunity Knocks for Youth. The organization of some 25 mentors works with at-risk teens, mostly in Cobb County...

Read the rest here: Opportunity Knocks for Youth shows that gifts come in many forms...(East Cobb Patch)