Mentor Washington

Join us in celebrating a significant milestone at the 20th Anniversary Brunch Fundraiser for MENTOR Washington! This event marks two decades of dedicated service, amplifying and supporting the daily 'Heart Work' of mentors and programs that nurture the potential of young people across our state.

Event Details:

• Date: October 12th, 2024
• Time: 10am-12pm
• Location: Northwest African American Museum: 2300 S Massachusetts St, Seattle, WA 98144

Gather with us for a late morning of reflection and inspiration, featuring delightful brunch fare, engaging stories of partnership and progress, and visions for the future. It’s a celebration of collective effort and the shared commitment to empowering youth through mentorship.

Your participation will help us continue to support over 150 organizations and programs across the state, enhancing our mission to inspire potential and transform lives. Together, we are not just changing individual lives; we are enriching communities by supporting the nurturing and potential development of each young person.

Reserve your seat at the table today and be part of making a lasting impact. If you cannot attend, consider making a donation to support our ongoing efforts. Every contribution helps us amplify and uplift youth through mentorship.

RSVP: https://givebutter.com/c/20thEvent

Donate: https://givebutter.com/xrAZuJ

We look forward to honoring this journey with you at our 20th Anniversary Brunch Fundraiser!

All applications must be received by midnight, 8/30/2024. Selected applications will be notified via email after the review process is complete. Eligibility requirements listed below must be met.

The Chair’s Initiative for a Sounder Future grants are made possible by the passing of Senate Bill 5152, which created special license plates for the Seattle Sounders FC.  Lieutenant Governor Brad Owen requested the bill which Governor Jay Inslee signed into law in May of 2013.  A significant portion of the funds generated from the sale of Sounders FC license plates helps fund efforts by youth mentoring programs across Washington State to increase the number of youth they can serve.

The maximum grant award is $5,000. Successful applicants will be required to provide a 50 percent match. For example, if a program is awarded $5,000 they will be required to allocate $2,500 to match the grant award.  In-kind funds can be used for match purposes.

Apply Here: tfaforms.com/5007220

This year, more than 500 anti-LGBT bills have been sponsored in states across the country. In this climate, LGBTQ+ youth are quickly losing access to critical resources, supportive programming, and spaces of belonging. In addition, many caring adults, mentors, child welfare providers, educators, and youth serving organizations are unsure of what, if anything, they can do to affirm LGBTQ+ young people in their care.

In this Mentor Learning Series, Dr. Christian Rummell from Mentorist Consulting will highlight individual actions that each of us can take to counter risks and hostile climates faced by LGBTQ+ young people. In this session, you will learn about the Assets of PRIDE---intentional strategies you can take to build strengths-based relationships for LGBTQ+ young people that specifically encourage Possibilities, Resilience, Identity, Development and Engagement.

Presenter Bio: 

Dr. Christian Rummell has over 25 years of experience as a researcher, training and technical assistance provider, and practitioner in the youth mentoring field—with specific expertise on mentoring LGBTQ+ youth. Dr. Rummell is the co-author of the LGBTQ Supplement to the Elements of Effective Practice and is the lead consultant on the Big Brothers Big Sisters of America LGBTQ+ youth mentoring enhancement initiative. At Portland State University’s Center for Interdisciplinary Mentoring Research, Dr. Rummell conducted one of the first studies on the role of mentors in supporting identity development in gay youth. He is currently the Principal Consultant at Mentorist.

When: Tuesday, September, 10th @ 12-1pm PST

REGISTER HERE!  

Join us and MENTOR National for the first of our 3-part webinar series, crafted to empower grassroots mentoring initiatives, as we lay the foundation for what it takes to run a successful mentoring program. In this engaging and dynamic discussion, we will explore some basic ingredients needed to develop a mentoring program, including: acquiring funding, recruiting mentors, and knowledge of nonprofit management.

• Jan 18, 2024 10am PST
• May 16, 2024 10am PST
• Sep 19, 2024 10am PST

REGISTER HERE!

Join us for an engaging session on Hope Science with Dr. Chan Hellman, a respected professor at the University of Oklahoma and Director of The Hope Research Center. Ideal for mentors and community members, this training provides crucial insights into how hope theory can transform lives. Don’t miss this chance to deepen your understanding and impact through the power of hope!

• When: Monday, Oct 7th
• Time: 11:30-12:30pm
• Virtual Event!

Register Here! 

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