The SoCal Coyotes, Inc.

Since 2012, the SoCal Coyotes have been a 'conveyor belt to manhood,' impacting the epidemic of absent fathers by mentoring, equipping and navigating young men. The Coyotes were founded for the two-fold purpose of a developmental professional football platform that also addressed the Coachella Valley's vacuum for positive male role models, reliable fathers and father figures, and employable young males who are strong community servants and leaders.

More than 500,000 Coachella Valley middle school, high school and at-risk youth have participated in Coyote Leadership clinics and learned from our curriculum.
Across the desert, Riverside County law enforcement agencies, schools, districts, non-profits and civic organizations all benefit from our myriad of programs, clinics, symposiums and community development. Upwards of 50,000 youth each year are affected by our leadership curriculum alone, including special emphasis to at-risk, unprivileged, minority and displaced children. Local middle schools depend on our 'Above the Line' leadership programs to nurture, motivate, and prepare a successful flight path for their students.
Coyote Leadership Programs are blueprints for attainable progress that provide schools, communities and organizations measurable results. Other services range from educational classes, employment programs, motivational leadership symposiums, coaching clinics and intramural football.
The Coyotes Head of Household Work Leadership program (HOWL) trains players in demonstrable skills that produce sustainable incomes, and matches them with employment opportunities. The Partners United Parents program (PUP) trains young fathers to co-parent with disciplined skills as dads and/or husbands.
On the field, 70 players annually earn the distinction of 'Defending the Shield' in the uniform of the SoCal Coyotes. Many will graduate each year into professional football or local careers. The Coyotes raise funds and donate thousands of dollars annually that affect every desert community. Coyote programs reach thousands of youth through coordinated efforts with numerous local charitable and civic organizations, including Boys & Girls Clubs, the YMCA, the Desert Strength Academy, the Boys & Girl Scouts of America, and Rotary International.

Testimonials

CIELO VISTA CHARTER SCHOOL, PALM SPRINGS, CA
Our students connected to the message of "paying attention, listen, and focus" because of the dynamic positive presence of the coaches and players who were truly inspiring to them. We have been able to continue the momentum of the conversation and reflect on the impact of the message as a driver for personal and group successes.
Juanita Perezchica, Cielo Vista Charter Assistant Principal

RANCHO MIRAGE HIGH SCHOOL, RANCHO MIRAGE, CA
I can't thank you enough for your great program. The students were very engaged. They took the Coyote Quiz and staff here found it to be very informative. Many of the students are emailing me about their scores, and getting their football tickets. We look forward to having you back.
Sue Campbell, Counselor

COACHELLA VALLEY RESCUE MISSION (CVRM)
The SoCal Coyotes, Above the Line Program, is essential to our community. The Coyotes, Above the Line Program, teaches and reinforces valuable skills, such as leadership, personal accountability, self-discipline, and personal courage. CVRM welcomed The Coyotes Coach David Miller to an audience of our residents and staff. We are very grateful to Coach Miller, Coach DiGrandi, and Coach Cummings for all they do for our youth and community! Our clients had a fun and insightful day, spending time learning tools that will last a lifetime.
-Darla Burkett, Executive Director, Coachella Valley Rescue Mission

NELLIE COFFMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL, INDIO, CA
The presentations that The SoCal Coyotes provided to our students here at Nellie N Coffman Middle School was outstanding. The day after, the students were still speaking about how much they enjoyed the day. Your players were awesome! They were wonderful speakers and it was very obvious how much they cared. It was a true pleasure to be in all of your groups company for the day. All of you displayed kindness, and love and were a true inspiration. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. God Bless,
Michael Brady, P.E. Dept. Chair

ARMED FORCES YMCA, TWENTYNINE PALMS, CA
Hi Ron-, The SoCal Coyote Above the Line program was an incredible event and perfectly aligned with the characteristics of our military families. As the coaches and players spoke to the kids about freeing their minds of complaining and excuses to replace it with operating with intention, skillfulness, and purpose -- I stood back to watch both parents and their children. All of our families were nodding in agreement while their kids listened intently. The message was well received and hit right into the core of the military mindset. Many families also shared that they appreciated the program being tied to faith...