Mike Hartley

Lift For Life Gym, Inc. is a community-focused youth fitness and mentoring center that provides free fitness activities, including powerlifting and basketball training, as well as mentoring, career and college readiness support, and nutritious meals. The private company is based in St. Louis, MO. The gym offers a safe after-school environment for youth aged 8-18, promoting physical, mental, social, and spiritual development, especially for those facing poverty. It also addresses broader social challenges such as youth crime and hunger, relying on community partnerships, donations, and volunteers to deliver its services at no cost, including free transportation for participants. The company was founded in 1988 by Marshall Cohen.