Bold Giving, Bright Futures - SUPPORT THE ALIVE CENTER
Bold Giving, Bright Futures - SUPPORT THE ALIVE CENTER
Help us create "Bright Futures" for our Youth TODAY!
"BRIGHT FUTURES" START WITH GOOD MENTAL HEALTH!
The Youth Mental Health First Aid USA training and manual describes protective factors that facilitate early intervention for any developing mental health issues. ALIVE programs are designed to address
12 of these important factors to include, good self-esteem, community bonding, encouragement of regular school attendance, increased academic performance, good problem-solving skills, and avoiding alcohol/drugs.
Our teens “Say it Best” when asked about the impact of their visits at the ALIVE Center:
"ALIVE has helped me with my problem-solving skills through meeting all the drop-in kids and learning their backgrounds and how to accommodate what they're going through while having fun. Also, leading a club in general takes a lot of responsibility and it is a lot of multitasking. We have a great staff here who help us and overall, I think problem solving doesn't feel like problem solving here. I think it's just fun and a great learning environment for us and the kids."
- Grace Platt, ALIVE Teen Advisory Board Member
Your generous support today will help us continue to provide programs that will allow young people to stay engaged in life and imagine a "Bright Future" for themselves and their community!
#BoldGivingBrightFutures”
Thank You for Supporting "Bright Futures" for Our Youth!
Help us raise $100K this Giving Tuesday!
(Thank you Garrett Anderson for creating the amazing video)
Due to generous matches from ALIVE Center donors, the first $40,000 of your donations will be DOUBLED on Giving Tuesday! Watch $40K become $80K!
Since 2015, the ALIVE Center has provided programs and resources to help youth discover the gifts and passions that help them come ALIVE. To date, we have received over 61,000 youth visits to our locations in Naperville, Aurora, and Hanover Park.
Why Donate to the ALIVE Center? Afterschool programs like the Alive Teen Centers provides a safe space where youth can explore their potential. ALIVE promotes positive youth development and offers a safe and supportive environment that can make a significant impact on the future of our youth.
Your generosity will help area youth:
- Connect with a network of responsible and caring adults.
- Learn life skills that can improve wellbeing and prevent mental health issues.
- Stay safe, engaged, and have fun while making new friends and discovering passions for the future.
- Learn leadership skills by creating and leading clubs, camps, and programs they are enthusiastic about.
"Every $1 invested in afterschool programs saves at least $3 by increasing youth’s earning potential, improving their performance at school, and reducing crime and juvenile delinquency. These benefits collectively contribute to the overall development of the youth, preparing them for a successful and brighter future " – www.youth.gov
Will you help us continue to provide programs for youth that build resiliency, encourage discovery, promote leadership, and create a sense of belonging by donating TODAY?
#BoldGivingBrightFutures
