ABOUT US

Early Vibes Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides the necessary support to help youth make positive lifestyle choices. Every program is perfectly crafted to create an awareness for participating youth to help them reflect deeply on their decisions, preparing and inspiring them to become responsible, productive citizens. Programs include a juvenile awareness workshop for struggling students, which in its final few sessions brings the students to visit the local prison (for male students only) and a tour of the local college—challenging the student by asking the question, “Where would you prefer to go?” Other programs include topics around meditation, wellness, nutrition, and decision-making.

To maximize the impact on youth on current efforts, Early Vibes Inc. may seek to collaborate with other nonprofit organizations, which fall under the 501(c)(3) section of the internal revenue code and are operated exclusively for educational and charitable purposes.

MISSION

Early Vibes Inc. provides the necessary support to help youth make positive lifestyle choices

Meet the Founder

Kessa Early is passionate and devoted to helping youth feel empowered and has mastered the skill of creating a safe space for young people to feel respected, cared for, and supported while being educated.

Born and raised in Marin County, she has devoted 24 years to advocating for and supporting youth as an educator in Novato Unified School District. For the past 19 years, Dr. Early has served as principal of alternative education at the same site, working alongside students who seek an alternative pathway to earning their high school diploma. In 2018, she founded Early Vibes Incorporated to further expand her impact beyond the school setting.

In addition to her work in schools, Dr. Early helped develop Assembly Bill 2251 for the state of California with Assemblymember Damon Connolly, expanding opportunities for students experiencing mental health challenges to graduate with the state’s required credits rather than the often significantly higher district requirements. She also serves as a consultant for Solution Tree Publishing Company, supporting educators nationwide in building inclusive and effective school cultures.

Dr. Early earned her doctorate in May 2024 through the LEAD program at UC Berkeley. She also holds a Master’s degree in Educational Administration, a Bachelor’s degree, and an administration credential from Sonoma State University, as well as a teaching credential from Dominican University.