Taking our Youth to the NEXT LEVEL

At Next Level Living, Inc., we are committed to creating pathways for young people to thrive by addressing both urgent needs and long-term development. Our mission is to help children and students build a stronger future through nourishment, education, mentorship, and personal growth, equipping them with the support they need to succeed academically, emotionally, and socially.

From providing meals to children facing food insecurity to investing in college sponsorships, evidence-based educational resources, and empowerment experiences, our work is designed to create meaningful, measurable impact. We believe every child, regardless of circumstance, deserves the opportunity to reach the next level and become a confident, purpose-driven leader in their community. 

ATLANTA’S YOUTH TOUR

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FIGHTING HUNGER

Since 2018, Next Level Living’s Feed My Sheep Campaign has been a steady source of nourishment, dignity, and hope for families in Cape Town. What began as a mission to meet a critical need has grown into a weekly lifeline for children and communities facing food insecurity, ensuring that young people receive not only warm meals and food support, but also the care and compassion they deserve.

Today, we are honored to feed more than 1,000 children every week across seven communities in South Africa. Each meal represents more than food on a plate, it represents hope, consistency, and the reminder that these children are seen, valued, and deeply loved. With continued support, we can expand our reach and impact even more lives. Click below to learn more.

A GLOBAL MOVEMENT

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

Through our Next Level Students Program, we empower young people to rise academically by increasing graduation rates, reducing dropouts, and addressing issues like bullying, drugs, and school violence. With Jeremy Anderson’s powerful story and proven frameworks like PBIS, students are inspired to value education, build positive habits, and believe in their future. Click below for more info.

COLLEGE SPONSORSHIPS

Since 2020, Next Level Living, Inc. has proudly sponsored 60 South African Students to attend college at the College of Cape Town. We’ve been able to support these students by breaking down financial barriers and giving them the chance to pursue higher education. These students are rewriting the story of their lives, families, and communities—proving that education is the most powerful weapon against poverty. Click below for more info.

MEET OUR FOUNDERS

“BUILT ON LOVE, DRIVEN BY MISSION”

Jeremy and Traci Anderson have poured their hearts into Next Level Living, Inc. since 2013, treating it not as a job but as their life’s work. Through their unwavering commitment and generosity, the organization’s mission has reached from local neighborhoods to communities around the globe, changing countless lives along the way. Their philanthropic efforts and shared vision for empowering youth and families continue to drive every program, making their nonprofit’s mission the guiding force of their lives.

TRACI ANDERSON,

FOUNDER & CEO

Traci founded Next Level Living, Inc. along side her husband Jeremy in 2014 and continues to serve as CEO, guiding the nonprofit’s mission to help youth and young adults thrive in their communities, churches, and schools. She brings a rich blend of experience—from teaching as an Adjunct Professor of Marketing to serving as Marketing Director for a publishing company, along with various roles at a Government Contractor.

Traci holds a Bachelor of Science in Marketing from Alabama A&M University, a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting from Sullivan University, and a Master of Business Administration. Her expertise as a marketer and educator, combined with her heartfelt commitment to community empowerment, drives our organization’s success. As a gifted leader, Traci pours her passion into building programs that uplift families and transform lives.

JEREMY ANDERSON,

CO-FOUNDER & SPOKESPERSON

Jeremy co‑founded Next Level Living, Inc. along side his wife Traci. He’s an accomplished author and highly sought after motivational speaker who’s worked with some of the world’s largest companies, Jeremy’s professional success is built on a solid academic foundation—he holds a bachelor’s degree in Social work and a Master’s degree. His passion for uplifting youth is deeply personal: he overcame the absence of his biological father, ADHD, academic setbacks, and early involvement in substance misuse through education and mentorship.

Since 2014, Jeremy has served as Next Level Living’s spokesperson, sharing his story in homeless shelters, detention centers, group homes, and schools across America. He has been viewed as Americans Top Youth Speaker. Though he now speaks to high‑profile corporate audiences, he continues to channel his success back into the organization he co‑created, using the lessons from his own journey to inspire students and families to reach their potential.