Project Lemonade

We are thrilled to support our youth in reaching their dreams through our WISH (What Inspires Students' Hearts) Program. So far this year we have funded 237 WISHes like J.'s WISH for a cosmetology kit to get ready for Cosmetology School. We've also funded summer camps, fees to participate in sports, cultural activities and more. We're working to fund more WISHes this holiday season. WISH requests range from $150-$400. Message us or donate today if you'd like to help make a youth's WISH come true. <3 #GiveHope

#GiveHope this holiday season in the Give!Guide. As organizations working to support and advocate for the 7,238 children in foster care-- Project Lemonade, Kinship House, CASA, Project 48 are partnering to share our work and passion with more people in our community. Get involved and add your donation in the Give!Guide. Find us under the Human Services Category. #FosterCare #Community #FostercareAwareness #7238ReasonsWhy #casa #project48 #kinshiphouse #projectlemonade #giveguide

Every child deserves a positive, loving and consistent support system. Project Lemonade is here for our community. Join us this holiday season and let's #GiveHope. Find us in the #Give!Guide at https://lnkd.in/gu5uVk6G

EXCITING NEWS: Project Lemonade is in the Willamette Week Give!Guide. ??Find us on November 1st at giveguide.org ?? ??We're alongside 252 local organizations who make our city a kinder, more vibrant and caring place to be. JUST IN: Donate on November 1st and you'll be entered to win 2 tickets to see ??Billy Eilish ?? at Moda Center!

What inspires you? At Project Lemonade we’re inspired to help all youth in our community thrive. We specifically focus our efforts on supporting youth impacted by childhood trauma and foster care. We’re looking for a Development & Community Engagement Coordinator who is passionate about our mission and ready to inspire others to make a difference. Visit our website at https://lnkd.in/g3C6JAA for the full job description. Please share and help us spread the word about this great opportunity! #Hiring #Careers #SupportFosterYouth

As we celebrate reaching the milestone of 100 interns, we’re excited to highlight some of our amazing former interns. Meet Darius, a standout from our 2022 summer cohort! Darius's connection to Project Lemonade began when he was just 12 years old, starting as a shopper and remaining involved ever since. In 2022, he joined us as a Level 1 intern, where he brought energy and curiosity to every new experience. “Every day at Project Lemonade brought something new,” Darius shares. “I loved working alongside others and exploring different places.” One of Darius’s favorite memories was building strong connections with his fellow interns, particularly during field trips to various worksites and skill-building activities. His advice for future interns? “Be as social as possible!” Thank you to our long-time L+EARN Internship Supporters: ODHS, Summerworks, KeyBank and Bank of America. Interview and post written by Kiasia Baggenstos ,Intern Alumni. #100Interns #ProjectLemonade #Inspire

Today at Project Lemonade, we recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day. Indigenous Peoples' Day is about truth-telling and correcting historical misinformation. Today recognizes that an estimated 8-112 million people (according to UW Press) had been calling these lands their homes for centuries, that these lands were not discovered. We recognize today because Indigenous and Native youth are still over-represented in the child welfare system due to this history of colonization. We recognize today so that we can better understand the history of this land and work to repair the ongoing harms. We invite you to join is recognizing Indigenous Peoples' Day today. Please consider learning more about or making a contribution today to organizations like NAYA, The Chuush Fund or National Indian Child Welfare Association.

As we celebrate the milestone of working with 100 interns, we’re excited to highlight Namichiuo, a remarkable former intern who began her journey with Project Lemonade in a special way. Namichiuo was introduced to Project Lemonade through the Department of Human Services. Her first experience with Project Lemonade was as a shopper when she was just 9 or 10 years old. “It was a perfect match for a kid in my situation, and for others like my siblings and many other youth,” Namichiuo reflects. Her first shopping trip sparked a desire to return year after year, eventually leading her to join the intern team. Her most memorable experience? Becoming an intern and feeling grateful for the opportunity to give back. “It was like looking through a glass mirror at younger versions of myself,” she shares. “Each kid’s unique personality reminded me of my own journey, and it felt almost like an out-of-body experience.” Namichiuo learned valuable life lessons during her time at Project Lemonade, especially in understanding how to work with people from different backgrounds. “I learned to be patient and to really hear what others need, even if they’re different from me,” she explains. Her advice for future interns? “Be attentive to details—in your work, in serving youth, and in your workspace. Always be mindful and kind, because we all share similar experiences. And remember, if you start strong, finish strong! It builds your personal strength. Most importantly, we’re all human, so there’s room for mistakes and growth.” Thank you to our long-time L+EARN Internship Supporters: ODHS, Summerworks, KeyBank, and Bank of America. Post written by Kiasia Baggenstos, Intern Alumni. #100Interns #ProjectLemonade #Inspire

Project Lemonade is excited to announce its new membership with the Oregon Alliance as of this month! The Oregon Alliance is a diverse group of organizations serving Oregon’s children and their families at home, in school, in residential settings, and within the community. They are a dedicated champion and established voice in advocating for the safety, health, and well-being of children, youth, families, and communities across Oregon. The Alliance’s main principles of providing advocacy, representation, networking, learning, and visibility will be paramount to the success and facilitation of this organization’s mission. Project Lemonade is thrilled to join the Alliance and be a part of a collective that includes dedicated community leaders, partners in government, allied fields, and more.

We had a great time spreading the word about Project Lemonade at the Portland Timbers Game on Saturday. Thanks to KeyBank for hosting us at the Key Bank Community Plaza! And thank you Timbers fans who responded to our call to support youth in foster care! Over 100 fans participated and raised $1,200 on game day! We love #Portland ??