In this episode of The Perrysburg Podcast, I speak with Tramain Rayford, Founder and CEO of The Program Inc., a Northwest Ohio nonprofit organization dedicated to helping boys become men. To learn more, visit https://www.programinc.org/.
Released on Father’s Day 2026, this conversation explores the impact that mentors, role models, and positive relationships can have on young people growing up in father-absent homes. Tramain shares how his own life experiences inspired him to create The Program Inc. and discusses the organization's work providing mentoring, life skills training, workshops, career exploration opportunities, and community experiences for boys ages 8 to 18.
Along the way, you'll hear stories about overcoming fear, discovering new opportunities, and the power of investing in the next generation. Whether you're a parent, mentor, volunteer, business owner, or simply someone who cares about young people, this episode offers an inspiring look at an organization making a difference throughout Northwest Ohio.
Quotes mentioned in this episode
“It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” — Frederick Douglass
“If boys don't learn, men won't know.” — Douglas Wilson
“Bloom where you’re planted” — Unknown
Links for this episode
The Program Inc. website https://www.programinc.org/
The Program Inc. Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/TheProgamInc
The Program Inc. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/theprograminc
The Program Inc. events page https://www.programinc.org/events
The Program Inc. donation page https://www.programinc.org/donate
The Program Inc. volunteer page https://www.programinc.org/volunteer
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