Julie Wukelic

Julie Wukelic, MBA, is a survivor of domestic violence who defied the odds by pursuing her education while raising three children. With a degree in Finance and an MBA from Washington State University, she now serves as the Chief Change Maker at Believe in Me - Foundation for Kids, where she utilizes her skills to make a difference in the lives of children. Julie's passion for equipping the right people with technology and streamlined processes drives her to ensure effective impact. Her resilience, love for challenges, and unwavering dedication make her a remarkable individual committed to creating a better future for children in her community.

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What The Holiday Season is Really Like for Children Experiencing Homelessness

The holiday season is a time of joy and happiness, but for children experiencing homelessness, it can be a difficult time. These kids often don’t have a safe place to call home and can feel left out and alone during the holidays. This doesn’t have to be the case, though! There are many ways we

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Believe in Me Hosts Donors and Friends at Seattle Kraken Home Games

Believe in Me is proud to announce its investment in tickets to the Seattle Kraken Hockey Club for the 2022/2023 season. As an organization that believes in building relationships through creating shared memories and stories, we are excited to have purchased 22 home games for the Seattle Kraken’s upcoming season. This partnership allows us to

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Believe in Me Hosts Successful 2022 Washington State University (WSU)Football Tailgates

Believe in Me is an organization that supports students pursuing secondary education, including student-athletes. As part of our mission, we contribute to the athletic funds of Washington schools, to help support the education of these athletes. In 2022, we purchased season tickets to the Washington State University (WSU) football home games, and we hosted tailgates

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A Day In The Life: Celebrating Thanksgiving Through the Eyes Of A Foster Kid

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.

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Believe in Me Announces 2023 Grant Cycle Applications Are Open

SPOKANE, WA Believe In Me is pleased to announce the availability of $388,000 for granting in 2023 to Washington and North Idaho-based nonprofits that serve the youth of our communities, especially the at-risk and underprivileged. Grants will be made available to support significant program and service-related projects. Ongoing indirect and supporting services expenses will not

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National Non-Profit Day: How to Celebrate and Give Back

Today is National Non-Profit Day! Let’s take this time to celebrate the daily hard work and dedication that nonprofit organizations put in. These organizations play a vital role in our society, and they deserve our recognition and support. These organizations provide various services essential to our communities’ well-being, including education, health, shelter, enlighting, nurturing, support, and more.

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Rueben Mayes: The Inspiring Story of a Canadian Farm Boy Turned NFL Rookie of the Year

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.

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