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Girls Belong in the Room: Covering the Cost of Trying Something New
Help girls try robotics, music, outdoor activities, and more by addressing fees, supplies, and rides while honoring their choices and family privacy.
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A Place to Play During Midwinter Break—Without a Big Price Tag
Midwinter break can offer room to play without a big price tag. Find practical library and recreation options that fit your family's budget, time, and ...
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Keeping Siblings Connected When Home Life Changes
Small shared moments can help siblings stay connected across homes. Explore child-led choices, practical support, and thoughtful ways to give.
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School Counselors Cannot Do It Alone: Sharing the Work of Student Support
School counselors bring skill and care. Discover how families, community partners, and donors can share practical tasks and help students reach support.
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A Bookshelf Where Black Children Can See Themselves
A welcoming bookshelf offers Black children joy, choice, and familiar faces. See how families, libraries, and donors can support reading access all year.
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The Ride That Makes a Youth Connection Possible
A reliable trip can help a young person reach a caring adult. Explore local youth transit resources, winter backup plans, and practical ways donors can ...
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Who Gets a Say? Bringing Youth Voices Into Community Giving
Young people can help shape community giving. Explore clear roles, fair support, and five questions donors can ask about meaningful youth voice.
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When Snow Closes School: A Backup Plan That Includes Every Child
A fair snow-day plan connects families with trusted updates, safe care, meals, and support. Learn how school partners and donors can help.
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New Year, Familiar Faces: Helping Kids Ease Back Into School
Help kids ease back into school after winter break with familiar routines, trusted adults, and practical community support.
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Thanksgiving Gratitude Wall: Believe in Me Programs
Every day at Believe in Me, we see what happens when a community chooses to invest in marginalized kids: doors ...
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National Philanthropy Day: Meaning, Ideas & Ways to Give
National Philanthropy Day is observed every year on November 15 to honor the generosity that strengthens communities—through giving, volunteering, and ...
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Sibling Visitation in Foster Care
Here at Believe in Me, we see the same pattern again and again: siblings in foster care want to stay ...
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