ABOUT

Celda 151 is a community rooted in the belief that transformation begins from within. Founded by Exiquio Gonzalez, Celda 151 was created to build a strong, united environment where youth are empowered to grow into confident leaders who uplift themselves and those around them. The word Celda, meaning cell in Spanish, represents both a place of reflection and the foundation of growth where change is formed at the core before expanding outward.

Celda 151 exists to ensure that every young person, regardless of past experiences, has access to mentorship, structure, and belief in their potential. We strive to be a safe and empowering space where adversity becomes strength, discipline becomes direction, and the next generation leads with integrity, courage, and compassion.

Empowering the youth to becoming the best version of themselves. Using boxing as a platform. Assist justice involved with job placement, career pathways, work with At-Hope (at-risk) youth, teach life skills program (STAAR Foundation), therapy art, youth driver license assistance, mental health support, youth voting empowering, Youth Voices for Change, we believe with mentoring, coaching, and real life guidance we can help our youth break generational cycles.