In a world where inequalities persist, food security among marginalized youth remains a grave concern. It’s a reality that should …

Every year on August 26th, Women’s Equality Day is celebrated in the United States to commemorate the hard-won battle for …

Grief and loss are profound emotional experiences that touch the lives of individuals worldwide, regardless of age. For young people …

Championing Youth for Change: Believe in Me’s Empowerment Odyssey In a world where social issues persist, and systemic inequalities persist, …

On World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, we at Believe in Me stand in solidarity with organizations and individuals fighting …

Welcome to the next installment of our “Meet the Board Member” series! In this series, we take an insider’s look …

Childhood trauma is a pervasive issue that disproportionately affects marginalized youth, leaving lasting scars on their lives. Believe in Me, …

Childhood emotional abuse is a serious issue affecting millions of children worldwide. Emotional abuse is a type of abuse that …

This blog series lets you know the people behind Believe in Me! We deep dive into stories, like the one …

Save the Lives of LGBTQ+ Youth
In today’s society, LGBTQ+ youth face numerous challenges that can affect their mental and emotional wellbeing. According to research, these youths are overrepresented in unstable housing and foster care…

Our vision of helping every kid to develop the self-confidence they need to succeed is only possible with incredible people …

THE NATIONAL CHILD ABUSE HOTLINE IS A TOLL-FREE NUMBER YOU CAN CALL TO REPORT SUSPECTED CHILD ABUSE OR NEGLECT. THE …

Believe in Me is a nonprofit foundation that empowers marginalized youth in the community. In line with our vision to …

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is an annual event that takes place on March 21. This day …

March 20th: Celebrating World Day of Happiness Around the Globe Happiness is one of the most fundamental human needs. We …

St. Patrick’s Day is a time-honored holiday that celebrates Irish culture and heritage. It’s a day filled with green clothing, …

Happy Pi Day! March 14th is a special day for math enthusiasts and educators, as it celebrates the mathematical constant …

International Day of Women and Girls in Science, created by UNESCO, aims to encourage more women and girls to pursue …

Believe in Me is honored to announce the addition of five new members to the Board of Directors since August 2022. The new members bring over 100 years of industry leadership experience serving on other boards. Read More

It’s February, and as we celebrate Black History Month at Believe in Me, we must reflect on the trailblazing historians …

After conducting some research, it became clear that education isn’t empirical. We have learned that great educators are the primary catalyst for positive results in their students’ lives, not the school’s reputation, the aggregate quality of the teachers, and, indeed, not the dollars spent.

Gender equality is a crucial topic today. At Believe in Me, we understand how essential it is to ensure every …

In commemorating Martin Luther King, Jr., we celebrate his official holiday and recognize his work to make this world more …

The holiday season is a time of joy and happiness, but for children experiencing homelessness, it can be a difficult …

Believe in Me is proud to announce its investment in tickets to the Seattle Kraken Hockey Club for the 2022/2023 …

Reading is a fundamental skill that helps children learn and grow. It’s important for parents and educators to help kids develop a love for reading at an early age. In this blog post, we’ll discuss the benefits of reading and how it can help marginalized youth in our communities.

November is National Adoption Awareness Month. This is a time where we celebrate the families that have adopted children, as well as raise awareness for the many kids who are in need of homes. Read More

Thanksgiving is a time when families come together to celebrate all that they are grateful for. For many foster kids, this holiday can be bittersweet. They may feel grateful for the new family they have been welcomed into, but may also feel sad and loss at not being able to spend the holiday with their birth family. . Learn how to help.

November is Native American Month. For this reason, we want to honor the history and culture of Native American people. Did you know there are more than 573 separate tribal entities in the United States, and approximately 175 indigenous languages remaining today? Read More

Today is National Coming Out Day! This date was observed for the first time in 1988 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Gay Freedom Parade and to create awareness about LGTBQ+ people and their rights in the USA. Read More

Beginning September 15th through October 15th, we have a whole month to celebrate and recognize the Hispanic heritage that has …

What helps to reduce suicide rates is to improve the well-being of those vulnerable people by doing the opposite to restrict, we must support, listen, accompany, adequate mental healthcare, and give more access to medical services and suicide prevention activities. Read More

Marginalization, also referred to as social exclusion, occurs when certain groups do not have equal access to various areas within our society. It can occur due to ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability status, background, socio-economic level, migrant status, and age. Read More

Every year, the International Youth Day celebration has a different focus. The annual topics have varied greatly, from youth civic engagement, young building peace, transforming education, and engagement in global action to this year’s topic: intergenerational solidarity. Read More

The value that Girl Scouts places in the outdoors is stronger than ever. For many girls, belonging to Girl Scouts provides an opportunity to connect with nature in a girl-led setting. The organization offers a wide range of outdoor programming, from day trips to week-long camping trips. Read More

Bayard Rustin’s work was instrumental in the civil rights movement. He believed that all people should be treated equally and worked tirelessly to make this happen, even when it was unpopular or dangerous for him. His non-cooperation, truth, and honesty techniques during protest then became an inspiration and support for young activists like Martin Luther King, Jr. Learn More

Juneteenth is a great time to learn about the ending of slavery in the United States and to honor the culture and achievements of African Americans. Today, we want to celebrate Dorothy Vaughan. Even though she didn’t live during times of slavery, it was only 50 years later when she was born. Surrounded by instability and uncertainly for black people, Dorothy was born to be the first African-American team manager at NASA. Read More.

Rueben Mayes was born in North Battleford, Saskatchewan, Canada in 1963. Growing up on a rural farm, he developed a love for football at a young age and played high school football at North Battleford Comprehensive High School. Rueben credits his high school football coach, Don Hodgins, for helping him develop his skills and instilling a love for the game in him. Read More.

Relationships make the world go round. Exploring the concept of relationships can be overwhelming but in this article, we will …

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This month, the Children’s Bureau in the Administration on Children, Youth, and Families …

In celebration of Earth Day, it is important to understand that children who play more outdoors develop a passion for nature and a sense to protect the environment. Read More.

We’re Changing Our Name! To help the public distinguish between Morning Star Boys’ Ranch and Morning Star Foundation, Morning Star …

The month of October is a prime time to honor and recognize the achievements and progress that have been made …

No one should suffer from bullying. Use National Stop Bullying Day to stop bullies in their tracks!

The Young Women’s Christian Association of Spokane is an organization committed to social justice, gender equality, and youth support. Through …

What is International Day of Women and Girls in Science? Learn how STEM education is setting girls up for success.

Feeling cooped up? June is Great Outdoors Month, offering tons of exciting ways to explore and celebrate the beauty of nature.

Growing up is hard enough without having to deal with the coming out process. Learn what it was like for one of our board members.

The American foster care system looks to provide children with supportive homes and adequate care. It is designed as a …

Make National Child Abuse Awareness Month count. Learn the facts about what’s happening in our community and all the ways that you can get involved.

Did you ever wonder what role emotional intelligence plays in the success of a child? Learn what an impact this has on success for kids.

Inspire Your Heart with Art Day is a fun way to get kids creating.

Motivating kids to be their best puts them on the fast track for success. Read our tips on how to inspire kids every day.

Imagine what it’s like to be a homeless youth who is pregnant, frightened, and alone. Learn how your donations are helping these kids.

Domestic Violence Awareness is important, not only during the month of October, but all year long. Read our blog to learn how you can help.

Celebrating National Love is Kind Day. Understand the warning signs and break free from the cycle of domestic violence and abuse.

Did you ever wonder how racism impacts the kids in our community? Learn how this widespread problem affects our children now.

Making art, playing with friends, and exploring outside aren’t just fun activities, but they’re also helping children develop emotional intelligence.