Jose Rodriguez knows about the struggles of kids. He overcame a childhood filled with drug dealers, fights, and handcuffs to running a nonprofit that gives hope to others.

Rescue A Generation is focused on reaching at-risk students with Jose being a motivational speaker that talks to audiences ranging from school auditoriums to major conferences all across the country.

"I believe in young people. Any avenue I can take to get a message of hope to this generation, I do it," he said.