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Tsunami wave approaching city skyline representing Department of Education elimination job cuts and their devastating impact on classrooms and youth support.

Department of Education Elimination Job Cuts: A Tsunami Heading for America’s Classrooms

Leave a Comment / Education, iLevelUp, Opinion, Commentary & Thought Leadership, Policy Reform, Youth Empowerment / By Julie Wukelic

Almost every classroom in America has at least one poster exhorting students to “Believe in Yourself.” At Believe in Me, we add a corollary: society must believe in those students, too—especially the ones facing poverty, discrimination, or trauma. That belief is expressed in federal programs that keep specialists in high-need schools, pay for speech therapists […]

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Believe in Me volunteer smiling at Spokane Pride 2023 booth while holding a rainbow drag-queen clack fan in support of LGBTQIA2S+ youth

Hey Spokane Pride 2025 Volunteers — Let’s Paint the Town Rainbow!

Leave a Comment / Love and Belonging / By Julie Wukelic

Rainbows will ripple down Riverside Avenue, queens will strut their stuff across five glitter-popping stages, and Believe in Me will be smack-dab in the middle of it all with a float, and a merch booth bursting with clack-tastic fans. We just need one more dazzling accessory—you! Calling all Spokane Pride 2025 volunteers: whether you’re a

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How Scholarships Empower Marginalized Youth: Unlocking Educational Opportunities

Leave a Comment / Education, Scholarship, Youth Empowerment / By Julie Wukelic

Discover how scholarships for marginalized youth overcome barriers to education funding. Learn impactful case studies and steps for donors to empower future leaders.

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Building Bridges: Strategic Partnerships for Community Impact Through Collaboration

Leave a Comment / Community Impact, Corporate Social Responsibility, Strategic Partnerships, Uncategorized / By Julie Wukelic

Explore how strategic partnerships drive community investments and foster transformative collaboration. Learn actionable strategies and success stories.

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Educational Inequities: Bridging the Gap for Marginalized Youth

Leave a Comment / Community Impact, Education, Policy Reform, Youth Empowerment / By Julie Wukelic

Discover strategies to overcome educational inequities and bridge the gap for marginalized youth with actionable case studies and community initiatives.

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Volunteer Spotlight: Local Heroes Making a Difference in Winter

Leave a Comment / Community Impact, Nonprofit Stories, Volunteer Spotlights, Winter Initiatives / By Julie Wukelic

Discover heartwarming volunteer stories of local heroes in winter and learn how you can make a difference this season.

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A Community Blend: Indaba and Traci BemisUnite for Cougs4Kids

Leave a Comment / Cougs4Kids / By Anadia Grier

Coffee, Collaboration, and Commitment We’re dedicated to empowering marginalized youth to overcome challenges and build a brighter future at Believe in Me. Our Cougs4Kids program pairs Washington State University (WSU) student-athletes with young leaders for mentorship, leadership training, and community projects. This initiative thrives thanks to partnerships with local businesses like Indaba Coffee and its

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Igniting Creativity: Believe in Me Awards $5,000 to Arts Corps’ Transformative Youth Programs

Leave a Comment / Enrichment Programs / By Anadia Grier

Empowering Foster Youth Through Art and Expression Art transforms. It has the power to inspire, heal, and give voice to those who need it most. Yet, for many youth in the foster care system and underserved students in South Puget Sound, access to quality arts education remains a challenge. That’s why Arts Corps is stepping

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ROOTS of Hope: Empowering Displaced Young Adults Through Stability and Opportunity

Leave a Comment / Grants / By Anadia Grier

Finding Stability Every young adult deserves a chance to dream, grow, and thrive. But for countless young adults experiencing homelessness, survival takes precedence over opportunity. ROOTS Young Adult Shelter in Seattle provides more than just a bed—it offers a foundation of stability, community, and hope. In 2025, Believe in Me proudly partnered with ROOTS

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Redefining Opportunities Through Art: Believe in Me Awards $5,000 to Crossroads Carnegie Art Center’s ArtSpeak Program

Leave a Comment / Grants / By Julie Wukelic

Painting Brighter Futures Through the Power of Art Art has a unique ability to inspire, heal, and empower. Yet, access to arts education remains a significant challenge for many underserved and at-risk youth in rural areas like Baker County. The absence of creative outlets limits opportunities for self-expression, confidence-building, and skill development—essentials for thriving in

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