Usher's New Look


Usher's New Look is a non-profit organization founded by the musical performer Usher in 1999, with the help of his mother Jonetta Patton. The organization is aimed at improving the lives of disadvantaged children and adolescents.
The organization has several offerings and programs that include grade specific programming, peer-to-peer training, and mentorship programs.

Background

Usher founded the Usher's New Look in 1991, with the help of his mother, Jonetta Patton. The foundation was set up in order to reach underserved youth. A then 20 year old Usher and his mother sat in the back of an Atlanta courtrooms, listening to juvenile court hearings. Listening to the stories, together they were inspired from their stories and wanted to give an opportunity to children by giving them a new outlook on life.