Summers Better with Friends-Seattle

Summer's Better with Friends


with Friends of the Children-Seattle

Consistency can't take a summer break.

Summer break can put a pause on youth potential, especially for those facing life's toughest obstacles.

Help us raise $300,000 this summer to deliver consistent mentorship over the next 3 months for youth across Seattle to have a better summer with the consistency of a Friend.

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Building Confidence in the World
Building Confidence in the World

During the school year, field trips, and activities are readily accessible to youth. During the summer, there's a gap in exploration. Mentors are able to bridge this gap by bringing youth to spaces and experiences they may not otherwise explore. With every moment, youth are able to build confidence in the community and world around them.

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Consistency Throughout the Summer
Consistency Throughout the Summer

The loss of routine from school schedules can lead to social isolation, increased screen time, and rise in anxiety for youth. Our full-time paid mentors are able to provide consistency in continuing to show up week after week during the summer--no matter what to provide security and support as youth navigate this critical time.

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Intentional Time for Individual Success
Intentional Time for Individual Success

Research shows that engaging youth with intentional time during the summer can make a difference in closing educational and opportunity gaps. Youth receive intentional, planned time with their full-time paid mentors. K-8th grade youth focus on activities surrounding community connections, healthy bodies and minds, and creative expression. Meanwhile, our teen program focuses on similar topics while also exploring post-secondary opportunities in college and careers.

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