ABOUT US
WHO WE ARE
GapBuster is a (501(c)(3) non-profit organization that assists students in achieving improved test scores, introduces them to leadership programs, college tours and travel they would not otherwise experience.
GapBuster Learning Center, as part of GapBuster Inc., provides programming for students in Montgomery and Prince George’s Counties, Maryland, in the forms of after-school leadership development, a junior chapter of the National Society of Black Engineers, college preparation, and drop-out prevention programs. Through supplemental education, enrichment programs and leadership development training, GapBuster develops well-rounded individuals positioned to excel in academic, social and professional environments.
GapBuster Learning Center strives to enable students to meet their full potential in spite of socio-economic disadvantages through programs that will engage them academically and intellectually beyond the school day. Education is a proven factor in combating poverty, and it is GapBuster’s mission to cultivate the talents and leadership abilities of youths so they can effect change both within themselves and their communities.
Our motto is “Educate, Elevate and Empower,” to inspire youth to be future leaders through the power of education.
MAJOR MILESTONES
2000
GapBuster, Inc. was born 20 years ago as my answer to a system that was not giving my child and other black and brown students, the resources that they needed to thrive within the educational system.
I wondered what would happen to these black and brown students in 20 years and what this would mean for this generation of children if someone did not step up. In this instance, that someone who had to step up was the person that I saw in the mirror every day. It was an easy decision to let go of my medical profession and start on this journey with GapBuster.
2017
GapBuster expanded the STEAM program “Building Scholars for the Future” targeting girls ages 11 to 18 into Ghana. In June 2017, GapBuster Ghana was incorporated as a Non-Government Organization (NGO) in Ghana.
In June 2018, the chief of the town, Nana Okoawia, Methodist Very Reverend Galley, and Local School Officials donated space at Effiduase Methodist Primary and Junior High School for GapBuster to build and open a cafeteria, technology center, and community library.
2020
In January 2020, A-1 Finishers a leading construction and renovations company from Washington, DC, joined the GapBuster team to help complete work on the cafeteria, library, and computer lab.
In February 2020 in honor of Black History Month, GapBuster, Ghana hosted a ribbon-cutting and opened the Haywood A. Robinson, III library and computer laboratory donated by GapBuster, Inc. and The People’s Community Baptist Church. Donations are still required towards improving the technology and community center.
2023
GapBuster Ghana has been officially chosen by the Peace Corps to host Peace Corps Third Year Extensions in Ghana. This is a significant milestone for us and a testament to our commitment to positive youth development. To read more click here: Peace Corps Ghana and GapBuster Ghana Collaboration Opportunity
VISION
MISSION
CAREER
YVETTE BUTLER-YEBOAH, MD
Founder & Executive DirectorSTAFF MEMBERS
NESREEN HILL
Director Of Youth Programs/ALUMNI
GAIL DAVIS
Administrative Assistant
BRITTNEY ALEXANDER
Administrative & Program Assistant