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About AP2020

In 2016, Jeff Hallman’s jewelry business was thriving, and he felt compelled to “pay it forward” by helping the homeless in San Diego. A conversation with his friend Sandra, a counselor at a junior high school in Chula Vista, revealed the staggering number of homeless teens in their community—in 2019, approximately 23,000 in San Diego.

Homeless teens lack a permanent home or bed, often living out of cars, hotels, or “couch surfing.” This harsh reality motivated him to act. Sandra shared that personal hygiene items – like deodorant, shampoo, and toothbrushes – along with snacks to sustain them until lunch, would greatly benefit these students.

He quickly spent $500 of his own money on essential items, filling sports backpacks fordistribution. When he delivered them to the school, both Sandra and the principal were deeply moved, expressing gratitude as the school district could not provide these necessities.Recognizing that most junior and senior high schools have at least 20 to 60 homeless students, he met with his attorney to establish a nonprofit, and within six months, he received 501(c)(3)status, Adolescent Project 2020.

Thanks to our corporate donors, Adolescent Project 2020 distributed 300 subway sandwich gift cards, always ensuring the dignity and anonymity of the teens. Through partnerships with schools across California, Adolescent Project 2020 identified additional ways to support these teens in their pursuit of education and opportunity. With many homeless adults in the USA, the aim is to break this cycle.

At Adolescent Project 2020, we’re committed to collaborating with schools and counselors nationwide, ensuring no child is left behind. Our programs plan include apprenticeships, mentoring, college funding, and more to empower homeless and at risk /promise teens

Meet Our Board Of Directors

Jeff Hallman | Founder

Jeff was born in Detroit and raised in California. With 4 children and 7 grandchildren, the health and welfare of teens is a topic close to his heart. Jeff started working in the family business at 8 years old and discovered he excelled at it. In the 80's, Jeff became a deputy probation officer, working to counsel troubled teens in juvenile hall. In the 90's, Jeff became a chaplain for Sharp Hospitals and remained with them for several years. He also sat on the board of Sonshine Haven, a non-profit organization that provides services and assistance for underprivileged students and their families. In 2016, Jeff founded AP2020.org to focus on helping homeless teens graduate from high school and attend college or a trade school to break the cycle of homelessness.

Bill McCulley

With more than 40 years in sales, operations, and entrepreneurship, Bill has helped previously build million-dollar enterprises in several industries. As a founder and owner of a real estate development company, high net worth management company, and medical imaging facility to help preemptively save lives - Bill's love for people, as well as a heart for the helpless, hopeless, and disadvantaged drives Bill to help others.

Audra Wallace | Co-Director

Audra is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and National Certified Counselor with a Masters of Science in Counseling. Audra's counseling experience started in North County education in 2002. She has experience working with adolescents, youth with disabilities, adults, families, trauma, grief and loss. As a clinician, Audra creates a safe and supportive environment for her clients by using a person-centered approach with emphases on cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, and brief interventions. Her work became broader focused on her North County community and served as the Chair for the San Marcos Prevention Coalition advocating for alcohol, drug, and tobacco-free youth, working with stakeholders to affect systemic healthy change. This passion for helping clients achieve their full potential is carried into her work as a clinician.

Judith O'Leary | Co-Director

Judith O’Leary has over 25 years of Business and HR experience. She worked with the Army to develop a program to support children of Military service members called “Kids Serve Too.” She worked with the Department of Defense to develop support services for National Guard and Army Reserve units prior to deployment. She is the Director of Human Resources for the largest aircraft charter company in San Diego. She holds a master’s in counseling psychology and a Ph.D. in organizational behavior.

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