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Be the caring adult a child needs

SHIELD youth celebrate their achievements during the awards ceremony.

Be the caring adult a child needs!

Your financial gift to SHIELD Mentor Program goes directly toward providing mentoring resources for area youth. All donations are tax-deductible. Receipts are mailed out once a year. Click below to donate today.

SHIELD youth participant taking notes during a mentoring session.
SHIELD volunteers mentoring.
SHIELD youth listening to a guest speaker.

Support the SHIELD Mentor Program and Make a Difference

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Individual Support

Your contribution can make a profound impact on the lives of young individuals enrolled in the SHIELD Mentor Program. By donating to our organization, you play an essential role in empowering youth to reach their full potential and become confident, influential leaders.

 

Here are several ways you can help:

  1. One-time Donation: Make a direct and immediate impact by providing a one-time donation. Every contribution, no matter the size, is valuable and greatly appreciated.

  2. Monthly Giving: Consider becoming a monthly donor to provide consistent support that allows us to sustain and expand our mentoring programs. Monthly donations provide a stable foundation for long-term impact. By becoming a part of our Eagle Sustainers - our monthly giving program - you can have a lasting impact on the lives of the students we serve.

  3. Legacy Giving: Leave a lasting legacy by including the SHIELD Mentor Program in your estate plans. By making a planned gift, you can help ensure that future generations of youth will have access to the transformative benefits of mentoring.

 

Corporate Sponsorship

Corporate support is instrumental in enabling the SHIELD Mentor Program to continue its mission of mentoring and leadership development. We welcome partnerships with corporations and businesses that share our commitment to empowering youth. Here are ways that your company can make a difference:

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  1. Financial Sponsorship: Make a corporate donation to support our programs, events, and initiatives. Your company's support will directly impact the lives of the youth we serve and contribute to the betterment of the community.

  2. Employee Engagement: Encourage your employees to get involved by volunteering as mentors or participating in fundraising events. Engaging your workforce in mentoring activities fosters team building, leadership development, and a sense of purpose.

 

Donor-Advised Funds and Matching Programs

Maximize the impact of your contribution through donor-advised funds or matching programs. These opportunities allow you to amplify your support and multiply the benefits for the SHIELD Mentor Program:

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  1. Donor-Advised Funds: Recommend a grant from your donor-advised fund to support the SHIELD Mentor Program. By leveraging your philanthropic fund, you can help shape the lives of youth in a meaningful way.

  2. Matching Programs: Check if your employer offers a matching gift program. Many companies match their employee's charitable contributions, effectively doubling the impact of your donation. Take advantage of this opportunity to make an even greater difference.

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Your support matters. By contributing to the SHIELD Mentor Program, you are investing in the future of young individuals and empowering them to become confident leaders. Join us in our mission to provide comprehensive mentoring programs and create a positive impact in the lives of youth. Together, we can shape a better future.

 

Donate today and be a catalyst for change.

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