A practical, dignity-first guide to five pillars of support for marginalized youth during the school year, with belonging, education, and enrichment in view.
The Five Pillars of a Strong School Year for Kids Facing Systemic Barriers Read More »
Back-to-school care packages can do more than fill a backpack. Here is how donors can build youth empowerment into practical school-year support.
What to Put in a Youth Empowerment Back-to-School Care Package Read More »
A practical guide to back-to-school sponsorship for marginalized youth, with research-backed ways donors can help kids start the year ready to belong, learn, and grow.
Back-to-School Starts Before the First Bell: Sponsor a Confidence-Ready Kid Read More »
Use this donor guide to evaluate high-impact youth empowerment programs with evidence, dignity, transparency, and practical next steps.
A Donor’s Guide to Choosing High-Impact Youth Programs Read More »
Independence begins with safety, stability, food, housing, hygiene, and trusted support. Here is why basic human needs must come first for marginalized youth.
Independence Starts With a Safe Place: Why Basic Human Needs Come First Read More »
Skills-based volunteers can help nonprofits protect donor trust by moving more time, expertise, and operating capacity closer to kids who need support.
How Volunteers Move Donations Closer to Kids: The Hidden ROI of Skills-Based Service Read More »
Bringing Expertise to the Table In a landscape where many talk about change, Mark Guzman is making it happen. With over 12 years as a Technical Program Manager, his experience in strategic operations and project management has been a game-changer for our team. His ability to streamline complex processes and enhance team dynamics has been
Mark Guzman: Igniting Passion in Volunteer Leadership Read More »
During National Youth Justice Awareness Month, we delve into the complex issue of the school-to-prison pipeline, its root causes, and how organizations like Believe in Me are making a difference. Introduction In the United States, the path from a school classroom to a prison cell is unfortunate for many young individuals, particularly those from marginalized
Breaking the Chains: Dismantling the School-to-Prison Pipeline Read More »
Breaking Beauty Barriers: Navigating Positive Body Image with Believe in Me In a world steeped in unrealistic beauty standards, the importance of positive body image cannot be overstated. For marginalized youth, the impact of negative body image extends beyond self-perception to deeply affect mental health, self-esteem, and overall well-being. Fortunately, organizations like Believe in Me
Believe in Me’s Journey to Positive Body Image: Embrace Every Body Read More »
In a world where inequalities persist, food security among marginalized youth remains a grave concern. It’s a reality that should stir empathy and action in us all – young individuals going to bed hungry, grappling with uncertainty over where their next meal will come from. This issue reaches beyond mere sustenance; it touches upon the
Food Security: Meeting Basic Human Needs with Believe in Me Read More »
