A major component of our programs is helping students identify how they are uniquely designed and exposing them to careers at which they would likely excel and enjoy , thereby incentivizing self-motivation to graduate high school.  Community Advance assigns a high school coordinator to provide support throughout their four years. In addition, once they enter 9th grade, they are invited back to become mentors and learn leadership skills.

After graduating from The University of Oklahoma, Kent Humphreys served our country in Vietnam as a Captain in the United States Army Medical Corps & was awarded the Bronze Star for Valor. Returning to Oklahoma City in 1972, Kent led a family-owned distribution business, Jack’s Merchandising & Distribution, for the next 25 years. After selling the business, he served as President of Fellowship of Companies for Christ International for 5 years, where he led business owners & executives across the United States & in 20 nations. Kent’s purpose in life was to know Jesus Christ & make Him known, love his family & encourage people. He did this through speaking, writing 7 mentoring business leaders, pastors & marketplace leaders. The best known of his 13 books, “Shepherding Horses,” has been translated into numerous languages. Kent was, above all else, a family man. He & Davidene have three children & eight grandchildren.

The Kent Humphreys Scholarships are underwritten by an endowment fund established by Kirk & Danna Humphreys, in honor of Kirk’s brother.