Restoring purpose.Rebuilding lives.Releasing testimony.
MindzEye Inc. is a faith-driven, Christ-centered, arts-empowered 501(c)(3) nonprofit helping returning citizens, people in recovery, at-risk youth, young adults and families rebuild purpose through spiritual renewal, mentorship, expressive arts, leadership development and economic empowerment.
Our mission
A Mission Built onFaith, Healing, andTransformation
MindzEye exists to empower and equip people with the tools and resources for transformation. We walk with returning citizens, people in recovery, at-risk youth, young adults and families, through faith, mentorship and the arts.
Mission statement
To empower and equip individuals with the tools and resources necessary for transformation.
Vision statement
A world where every individual wins in life.
Why MindzEye
Many carry burdensnobody sees.
Returning citizens, people in recovery, athletes and young people are often carrying heavy, invisible weight alone. MindzEye meets them with faith, mentorship and a place to tell the truth.
Anxiety and depression, Trauma and anger, Violence and emotional unrest, Academic disengagement, Social pressure and isolation, Identity struggles, Low self-esteem, Hopelessness, Lack of mentorship, Digital isolation, No healthy outlets
- 57KMaryland youth with major depression got no treatment in the past year1
- 1 in 6U.S. teens (12–17) experienced a major depressive episode2
- 47,296juvenile justice events in Maryland, FY2023–20253
- 77%of DMV students facing challenges lack consistent support or healthy outlets4
- Mental Health America, The State of Mental Health in America 2025 (2022–23 data)
- NAMI, Mental Health By the Numbers
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- MindzEye figure; source to be confirmed before launch
Programs
Moving peoplefrom pain to purpose
Faith-centered programs that heal, equip and empower people to rebuild their lives and create lasting change.
Flagship program
S’MOVE Superheroes on the Move
Leadership, mentorship and character development, co-led with Board Chairman Sensei Stanley Crump of the Okinawan Karate Dojo. Sensei Stan teaches the principles; Testimony helps students feel them. Outcomes are tracked through GPA, attendance, behavior and service.
- 200+ students a year
- 12+ schools
- Howard and Baltimore counties
Sticky Notes
Album, talks and workshops
A spoken word album executive produced by Karl “Dice Raw” Jenkins of The Roots, plus workshops where participants find the life-giving one-liners they need to hear, name their triggers, and find healthier paths forward.
Speaking & seminars
Schools, churches, companies
Messages of hope, faith and accountability for schools, churches, correctional facilities, recovery programs and corporate audiences, tailored to each group’s needs.
Reentry & recovery
Rebuilding after prison or addiction
Mentorship, resources and guidance for people rebuilding their lives after incarceration or addiction, through Celebrate Recovery, men’s ministries and partners like the Turk House.
Expressive arts
A voice for young people
Poetry, theater and dance that give young people a voice, build confidence and spark purpose, before and after school and on stage.
Pain sharedis pain lessened.
The guiding principle of the Sticky Notes workshops
Founded by
Alvin “Testimony” Bowman
Alvin “Testimony” Bowman is a returning citizen, Gulf War veteran, Division I athlete and Drexel University Lacrosse Hall of Fame inductee, spiritual spoken word artist, motivational speaker, and a man in long-term recovery.
His life story fuels the mission of MindzEye: lived experience turned into a platform for redemption, accountability, faith and community restoration.
“God has done this for me, so He can do the same for anyone.”Learn more about Alvin
Featured video
Watch the story
Hear how faith, the arts and transformation are changing lives and building a movement.
More from Alvin: Pause, Pray & Proceed Jack & Jill Conference
Our impact
Changing lives.Building futures.
Through mentorship, the arts and faith-based programs, MindzEye is creating measurable change across Central Maryland.
- 200+students served each year through S’MOVE and school programs
- 12+schools and communities in Central Maryland
- 10+program areas across faith, recovery, reentry, youth and the arts
- 4jurisdictions: Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Howard and Anne Arundel
Working alongside
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes
- Okinawan Karate Dojo
- Gatekeepers Maryland
- The Turk House
- Celebration Church Columbia
- USA-YO
In the room
Where the work happens
Camps, churches, recovery houses, classrooms, studios and stages. Select any photo to see it full size.
Leadership
Accountabilityand leadership
A growing board and advisory network committed to faith, service, integrity, accountability and sustainable community impact.
Leadership team
- Alvin “Testimony” BowmanFounder & Executive Director
- Charles WalkerChief Financial Officer
- Kevin CrumpChief Operations Officer
- Deanna SpenceDirector of Strategic Partnerships
- Nia CrumpDirector, Multimedia Marketing & Outreach
- Tamla BiasExecutive Administrative Assistant
Board of directors
- Sensei Stanley CrumpBoard Chairman
- Steve FitzhughBoard Member
- Michael Perry, PhDBoard Member
- Rodney GillespieBoard Member
- Darryl ColbertBoard Member
- Francis X. (Frank) Kelly IIIBoard Advisor
- KOKAYIBoard Advisor
- Darlene BrownBoard Advisor
Get involved
You can bethe difference.
Together, we can create a world of hope, love and real transformation.
Donate
Fund mentoring, workshops and resources for the people we serve.
Give nowVolunteer
Mentor, host or serve at events across Central Maryland.
Offer your timePartner
Bring S’MOVE or Sticky Notes to your school, church or company.
Start a partnershipShare your testimony
Your story can be the one-liner someone else needs to hear.
Tell us your story
Book MindzEye
Bring MindzEye to your school, church, organization or community
We offer keynotes, spoken word, workshops and conversations that inspire minds, restore purpose and empower people of all backgrounds to rise above their past and walk in their God-given potential.