AN UNCOMMON EXAMPLE
Meet Ben Troupe
Ben Troupe's "uncommon" story is one shaped by his experiences.
An ever-evolving journey has helped Ben reach far and wide and, critically, reach out to others along the way. A Swainsboro, Georgia-native who also calls Augusta home, Ben is a tireless advocate and volunteer, standing tall, at 6'5'', for all people in need. Ben believes in expanding perspectives through exposure. He lives his life with a "least among us" mentality, focusing on improvement for any and all. Ben's passion is people. His "uncommon" charge is to challenge young adults to fearlessly chase their full potential; not just to see the world, but to change it as well. Greatness, in whatever form it comes, is the goal.
"I am giving them what I needed." -- Ben Troupe
Our Mission:
The mission of the UnCommon Cru is to create a bridge for boys ages 12-18 to help them develop academically, professionally, personally, and culturally by exposing them to different parts of the southeast, better known as exposure trips that include colleges and universities, fortune 500 companies, and other organizations. Furthermore, we will help them build their soft skills through professional development workshops and a myriad of team building activities. It's about readiness, College readiness.. Job readiness. Military preparedness. Thats the message. Thats the goal.
Our Vision
To secure local facilities in partner cities, starting with Swainsboro, with future targets including Augusta, Brunswick and Savannah, as the hub for each "Uncommon Cru "The vision of the UnCommon Cru is to produce process driven men who are mentally, educationally, and
professionally equipped to facilitate and adjust in an ever-changing society and become bridges themselves in their communities.
UCRU Mentality
1. Stands out from others
2. Shows great participation in the community
3. Dedicated to our goals and each other
4. Takes responsibility for our actions and decisions. No Exceptions. No Excuses.
5. Helping others is what we do. Helping others is who we are.
6. We over me.