What Is Brent’s Club?

Brent Shapiro on the right
image: brentshapiro.org

Recognized for his innovative achievements in the business world by respected industry publications such as the Worldwide Business Review and American Entrepreneurship Today, Dr. Andy Khawaja is equally active in the world of philanthropy. Dr. Andy Khawaja has supported fundraising efforts for numerous organizations, including the Brent Shapiro Foundation.

Established after the tragic passing of Brent Shapiro due to experimentation with alcohol and drugs, the foundation aims to prevent substance abuse addiction through its innovative approach. The Brent’s Club program encourages adolescents to remain drug- and alcohol-free by offering frequent incentives for maintaining sobriety.

All participants undergo weekly drug testing. Any youth who test positive receives immediate counseling and support. Those who avoid substance use receive prizes such as top-of-the-line laptops and invitations to special events. The foundation is seeking funding to offer all Brent’s Club graduates college scholarships.

The first Brent’s Club was launched at the Boys and Girls Club in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, with 25 members. Since then, it has expanded to youth programs across California, Chicago, and New York, impacting the lives of more than 1,300 young people.