Girls Inc. of Greater Indianapolis

Thank you to NHRA: Championship Drag Racing team for a memorable day! ????? #GirlsIncIndy

??This summer, Girls Inc. Indy Alumnae participant, Dalioanna Jones, took on an exciting internship that put her skills and determination to the test!??From professional growth to overcoming new challenges, her journey is an inspiring example of what mentorship and empowerment can achieve.??Read her blog post to learn more about her journey and the impact it's had on her personal and professional growth. ?? ?? #GirlsIncIndy #AlumnaeSpotlight #StrongSmartBold

?? What an incredible night at the Indiana Fever Mentorship Night! ?? This past weekend Girls Inc. of Greater Indianapolis participants and their families enjoyed an amazing evening celebrating the power of mentorship hosted by the Indiana Fever, and Ambetter Health. The pre-game mentorship event featured inspiring panelists from Ambetter, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana, and our very own Girls Inc. Indy Development Coordinator, DeOndra Craig, who shared her experiences about mentorship in the community.??Our girls also had an unforgettable experience participating in the pregame ??“High-Five” tunnel?? as the Fever players took the court for warmups!??To top it all off, Girls Inc. Indy was recognized at halftime for our service and dedication to the community and Director of Marketing & Communications, Michelle Henderson, received an autographed basketball on behalf of the organization. It was a great evening spending time with our families in such a positive, uplifting environment. A huge thanks to the Indiana Fever, Pacers Sports & Entertainment, and Ambetter for making this night so special for our participants!???? #MentorshipMatters #GirlsIncIndy

??Happy #NationalNonprofitDay! At Girls Inc. Indy, we’re inspiring girls to be strong, smart, and bold every day. ??? Thank you to our staff, volunteers, supporters, and community partners for helping us create a brighter future for all girls! ??Together, we’re building a new generation of leaders! ?????????????????????????????? #GirlsIncIndy #StrongSmartBold

??Girls Inc. Of Greater Indianapolis participants enjoyed spending time with a few Indiana Fever players to discuss “Beauty In Sports.”???? The girls were excited to hear Indiana Fever players Aliyah Boston, Victaria Saxton, and Lexie Hull share their experiences on & off the court about the challenges they face being in the public eye, the importance of education, setting goals, and remaining true to themselves.??Thank you to the Indiana Fever & Pacers Sports & Entertainment for your continued support and inspiring our girls to be strong, smart, and bold. #IndianaFever #GirlsIncIndy #BeautyInSports #StrongSmartBold

??The “Gigi” closet is now open!! What is the Gigi closet? It’s a safe place for any Girls Inc. participants to get apparel items if they are in need, or as a benefit of being a part of Girls Inc. Indy. The closet has new clothing, new shoes, undergarments, feminine hygiene products, and skincare items!??????????????? ??We couldn't have completed this closet without some amazing people & community partners!! Girls Inc. Of Greater Indianapolis would like to thank Marcus Hall & California Closets for their generous donation to build a functioning closet that once was a storage closet. Thank you to Casey Crouse & the New Shoe Day team, who not only supplied shoes to every summer camp participant but helped us fully stock sneakers from size 5 to size 12 so that every girl could find a pair of shoes in her size! Thank you to our partners at SHEIN & SHEIN Distribution Corporation for your clothing donations for our program workshops and the closet. Thank you to JD Finish Line, I Support The Girls, and Indy Hygiene Hub for your in-kind donations to support the closet. And lastly, thank you to our Director of Marketing & Communications, Michelle Henderson, for your tenacity and vision in completing this project from start to finish.???? ??Please help us to continue to support the “Apparel For A New Generation Of Leaders Gigi Closet” by gifting at: https://lnkd.in/g_YvY5t5 - Your gift will help us maintain a year-round closet, ensuring our girls have access to the clothing they need to thrive and succeed. This ongoing campaign is crucial in empowering our participants to be strong, smart, and bold leaders. Join us in making a lasting impact and help shape the future of our community! *If you are a registered participant of Girls Inc. Indy and need items from the closet, please reach out to Michelle Henderson at [email protected] to set up a visit. #ApparelForAnewGenerationOfLeaders #StrongSmartBold

??Registration is NOW OPEN for our Young Women in Leadership (YWIL) Program at Girls Inc. of Greater Indianapolis!??This center-based program is open to ALL girls in grades 8-12th. Our goal is to help participants feel confident, develop leadership & advocacy skills, and prepare for college and future careers. The cost is $125, and sessions will take place the second Tuesday of each month from September 2024 through May 2025. Secure your spot today and start your journey to becoming a strong, smart, and bold leader.?? Text “ YWIL” to 765-577-2826 to apply now!?? #GirlsIncIndy #YoungWomenInLeadership #StrongSmartBold ?? ?? ???La inscripción ya está ABIERTA para nuestro Programa de Mujeres Jóvenes en Liderazgo en Girls Inc. de Greater Indianapolis! ??Este programa, basado en nuestro centro, está abierto a todas las chicas de los grados 8o a 12o. Nuestro objetivo es ayudar a las participantes a sentirse seguras, desarrollar habilidades de liderazgo y defensa, y prepararse para la universidad y futuras carreras. El costo es de $125, y las sesiones se llevarán a cabo el segundo martes de cada mes desde septiembre de 2024 hasta mayo de 2025. ?Asegura tu lugar hoy y comienza tu viaje para convertirte en una líder fuerte, inteligente y audaz.???Envíe un mensaje de texto con la palabra “YWIL” al 765-577-2826 ahora para presentar su solictud!?? #FuerteInteligenteAudaz

???Applications are now open for 6th grade girls to join Girls Inc. of Greater Indianapolis EmpowerHub Program!??The EmpowerHub program will take place at participating IPS schools from 11am-12pm and is FREE!!??Through impactful programs with our highly-trained staff, participants will be in an safe & inclusive environment where they will explore topics that are important to girls.??This unique program is available at IPS Middle Schools: Arlington, Broad Ripple, Harshman, Henry Longfellow, Howe, Northwest, and William Penn middle school. Ready to start your application? ??Text “EMPOWER” to 765-577-2826 to apply now! ?? ?? ???Las solicitudes ya están abiertas para que las ni?as de 6o grado se unan al programa EmpowerHub de Girls Inc. of Greater Indianapolis!??El programa EmpowerHub se llevará a cabo en las escuelas participantes de IPS de 11 a.m. a 12 p.m. y es GRATIS.??A través de programas impactantes con nuestro personal altamente capacitado, los participantes estarán en un entorno seguro e inclusivo donde explorarán temas que son importantes para las ni?as.??Este programa único está disponible en las escuelas intermedias de IPS: Arlington, Broad Ripple, Harshman, Henry Longfellow, Howe, Northwest y William Penn. ?Listo para comenzar su solicitud? ???Envíe un mensaje de texto con la palabra “EMPOWER” al 765-577-2826 ahora para presentar su solicitud! #GirlsIncIndy #EmpowerHub #IPSmiddleschool

??Happy International Day of Friendship! At Girls Inc. of Greater Indianapolis, we celebrate the power of friendship and the incredible bonds our participants form. Together, we uplift and inspire each other to be #strongsmartbold. Tag your best friend and let them know how much they mean to you! ????? #InternationalFriendshipDay #GirlsIncIndy

Girls Inc. of Greater Indianapolis was thrilled to welcome the SHEIN Distribution Corporation team from Whitestown, IN, for an empowering workshop designed to inspire and educate our participants about careers and challenges in the fashion industry. The event featured insightful panel discussions, hands-on activities, and a memorable shopping experience. Our participants were inspired by the SHEIN team's stories on leadership, overcoming workplace barriers, gender-based discrimination, and achieving work-life balance. We look forward to continuing this impactful partnership! Thank you, SHEIN, for your commitment to inspiring the next generation of strong, smart and bold leaders. #GirlsIncIndy? #SHEIN #Eureka!