We Appreciate You!
“The Best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others” - Mahatma Gandhi
Please allow us to introduce you to a few of our volunteers! The individuals below are just a handful of the many amazing volunteers who share their time, expertise, and wisdom with us in service to the young people we work with. Learn more about our ongoing volunteer opportunities here or sign up on our Online Volunteer Hub.
“I am inspired by how GirlVentures cultivates curiosity and mindfulness, but more importantly, provides space for those in the program to grow together, pursue with purpose, and motivate peers through collaborative opportunities and leading by example.”
“One of my life mantras is, “Be who you needed when you were younger.” I joined the GirlVentures Youth Advisory Board as a mentor because I wanted to show the next generation that its okay to be themselves and to strive for their goals without judgement. I wanted to be a part of changing the dynamic between authority figures/adults and youth. ”
“As a black woman leader and mother, I believe it is my responsibility to give back to my community, specifically young girls, showing them that there is a whole world of media and marketing where they can make an impact.”
“My motivation for volunteering at GirlVentures is fueled by my passion in planning events, exploring the outdoors, & empowering women. Volunteering at GirlVentures allows me to support all three of these passions! I am also grateful to have met the incredible women in the GirlVentures Ambassador Circle.”
“As someone who was part of a mentorship program at my company as a mentee, I understand the value in having programs like this at a younger age. I joined GirlVentures as a Mentor to give back to a younger demographic as I feel that high school is a formative time and I could have benefited from mentorship in high school. ”
“I joined GirlVentures as a Mentor with the Youth Advisory Board because I wanted to have a positive impact on the lives of young women. I have been fortunate enough in my own life to have benefited from the support of mentors and family and I wanted to be that person for someone else. ”
“As a minority female, I was also told I couldn’t do anything difficult. There were and still are systematic structures in place that prevent the progress of women. I want to leverage my education and connections to help change that for the new generation of girls.”
