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.

Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, we are able to lower the ticket price to $50!

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!

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!

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training (2 Parts)

****IMPORTANT**** There is pre-work involved that needs to be completed before the training dates, otherwise we are unable to let you in into the training!

Join us for a comprehensive online training session on youth mental health first aid. This event is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to provide initial help to young people experiencing mental health challenges or crises.

During this training, you will learn practical strategies to identify common mental health issues in youth, including anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. The instructor will guide you through interactive sessions, role-playing exercises, and real life stories to enhance your understanding.

Part 1 of the training will take place on Tue, Oct 1st at 10:00AM-1:00PM PST. It will cover topics such as risk factors, warning signs, and effective communication techniques. Part 2 will follow next week at the same time at Tues, Oct 8th 10:00AM-1:00PM PST to delve deeper into intervention strategies and resources.

Don't miss this opportunity to become a certified youth mental health first aider and make a positive impact in the lives of young individuals. Register now to secure your spot!

We have little extra seats beyond the 25 tickets, please reach out to David Vu, if you yourself or a small team is still wanting to register.

Email: [email protected]

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! 

Has your mentoring program ever served a child whose brain just worked differently? Born out of the autism rights movement, neurodiversity is the reframing of diagnoses that have stigmatized youth and made it unnecessarily difficult for them to succeed. Join this session to learn more on how you can make your spaces inclusive for neurodiverse young people.

Session Outcomes are:
1. Attendees will gain vocabulary needed to speak about neurodiversity in an inclusive way
2. Attendees will have opportunity to check themselves for ableism and bias against neurodiversity

This training will be facilitated by Renee Angelo-Mauk, a SHRM-CP, PMQ Master Trainer of Mentoring Practices Trainer for Youth Work Methods Series\ Trainer for Youth Work Methods Series (David P. Weikart Center for Youth Program Quality).

When: Thursday November 21st 12-1:30pm PST

REGISTER HERE!