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About 4R Legacy

Built in the community we serve.

4R Legacy Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving underserved youth and families. Based in the Dallas–Fort Worth Metroplex with a reach that extends to communities nationwide through mentorship, family strengthening, education and leadership development.

Founder Story

A promise that became a movement.

What began as a Saturday-morning promise to show up for one young person grew into a movement to restore what's been broken, rebuild what's been missing, and help a generation rise.

Our founder, Amodja "Bria" Ross, grew up in the very neighborhoods we now serve and built 4R Legacy on a simple conviction: consistent love and real opportunity change everything.

Amodja “Bria” Ross, Founder & Executive Director of 4R Legacy Inc.
Our Mission

To restore, rebuild and empower underserved youth and families to rise toward a future of their own making.

Our Vision

A future where every child — in DFW and beyond — has the mentorship, education and community to thrive.

Who We Serve

Youth ages 8–18, families, single parents, and the schools and churches around them.

Core Values

What we won't compromise.

Faith

Anchored in purpose. Driven by hope.

Family

We serve youth by serving the people around them.

Excellence

Programs that earn the trust placed in us.

Equity

Every ZIP code, every story, every child matters.

Our Journey

Milestones along the way.

  1. 2018

    Founder begins informal mentorship in South Dallas.

  2. 2024

    Launched the Splash 4 Supplies back-to-school event.

  3. 2025

    Expanded to four signature programs serving youth and families.

  4. May 2026

    Incorporated as a Texas nonprofit and granted 501(c)(3) status by the IRS.

  5. Today

    Small, growing, and serving youth across DFW and communities nationwide.

Board & Leadership

The people behind the mission.

Meet the board members who guide 4R Legacy's vision, governance, and growth.

Amodja "Bria" Ross
Founder, Executive Director & Treasurer

Bria is the Founder and Executive Director of 4R Legacy Inc., leading the organization's mission to restore, rebuild, rise, and reach youth and families. With a strong background in healthcare operations, leadership, revenue cycle management, and community advocacy, she brings structure, vision, and passion to the work. As Treasurer, she also oversees financial planning, fundraising goals, donor stewardship, and the responsible use of funds.

Diamante Scott
Board President

Diamante provides leadership, accountability, and support to the organization's mission and long-term vision. With experience in sales, communication, and relationship-building, Diamante guides board discussions, supports strategic decisions, and helps ensure 4R Legacy serves youth and families with integrity, purpose, and impact.

Demarcus Ross
Vice President

Demarcus brings dedication, reliability, and a strong work ethic to the board. He supports the President and Executive Director in advancing organizational goals, strengthening operations, and ensuring programs stay centered on the needs of youth and families — assisting with outreach, events, and growth.

Dearise James
Secretary

Dearise maintains organization, communication, and accurate records for the board — supporting meeting documentation, board communications, policy records, and the administrative structure that keeps 4R Legacy moving forward with professionalism and transparency.

Yusuf Johnson
Director of Development

Yusuf leads fundraising, donor engagement, sponsorship outreach, and community partnership efforts. With a background rooted in service, discipline, and leadership, he helps identify funding opportunities and build relationships that fuel youth programs, school supplies, mentorship initiatives, and community events.

Join the Legacy

Every gift, every hour, every story builds the next chapter.

Your support changes lives in DFW and beyond. Choose the way that fits you best.