?? Celebrate & Support Foster Youth at the 5th Annual Ready to Succeed Graduation Celebration! ?? On Thursday, May 15th, the Ready to Succeed community is coming together to honor an incredible milestone—RTS Scholars’ graduation! For many former foster youth and first-gen college students, earning a degree is just the beginning. ?Many lack family or social circles to celebrate this major achievement with and need YOUR support now more than ever! Attend & Give Back: Purchase your ticket and be part of an unforgettable morning to ring the bell on their success and raise $250,000 to help Scholars launch their dream careers. Sponsorship Opportunities: Companies looking to make a lasting impact with former foster youth have sponsorships opportunities ranging from $2,500 to $50,000, with benefits including brand recognition, VIP access, event tickets, and more! Get your tickets or explore sponsorships today! ??https://lnkd.in/gw3A8kie #RTSGraduation #CareerSuccess #FosterYouth #FirstGen #RTSCommunity #GraduationCelebration
Ready To Succeed
非盈利组织
Santa Monica，California 1,625 位关注者
Empowering foster youth and first-generation college students to graduate college and launch successful careers
关于我们
In January 2016, two non-profit veterans, Romi Lassally and Patrick McCabe, saw the opportunity to transform outcomes with targeted support—to take the foster youth that were motivated, ambitious, and tenacious enough to make it to college and ensure they had the resources, relationships, and opportunities they needed to succeed there and in all facets of life. Romi and Pat believed that if every college student impacted by foster care had the kind of support they needed, when they needed it, they could be successful and have a shot at pursuing a future brighter than their past. Initially leveraging their own personal and professional networks, they began to close the opportunity and network gap their students faced. Encouraging others to start opening their own networks as well, the RTS network began to grow exponentially, creating a deep bench of caring and connected professionals across all industries and at every level of the career ladder. In January 2022, RTS expanded to include low-income first-generation college students. Along with students impacted by foster care, these first-gen Scholars have unique access to a diverse group of thought leaders, innovators, and passionate professionals who offer advice, opportunities, and a community of support. Today, our mission is to inspire college students in underserved communities to unlock their potential by providing them with the coaching, connections, and community they need to launch their careers and thrive.
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https://www.readytosucceedla.org
Ready To Succeed的外部链接
- 所属行业
- 非盈利组织
- 规模
- 11-50 人
- 总部
- Santa Monica，California
- 类型
- 非营利机构
- 创立
- 2015
- 领域
- Career Counseling、Professional Development、Workforce Development和Job Placement
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1514 17th St
201
US，California，Santa Monica，90404
Ready To Succeed员工
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At Ready to Succeed, relationships are everything. From mentors and advisors to volunteers and supporters, every connection plays a vital role in a Scholar’s success. Just ask Olivia, an RTS Scholar pursuing a career in post-production. With the help of volunteer Wynton Payne, she gained the industry insights and hands-on support she needed to kick-start her journey. Want to make an impact like Wynton? Sign up to be a volunteer today: https://lnkd.in/gdjQhZE3 Your time, expertise, and guidance can open doors for former foster youth . #Mentorship #CareerSupport #GivingBack #FosterYouth #FirstGen #ReadyToSucceed
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Last Thursday, our Ready to Succeed Scholars attended an incredible lunch-and-learn led by?Tuanh Dinh, Head of Digital, Zealot and Mallory Mangold, VP Digital Marketing at?Lionsgate.? ? A huge thank you to Tuanh, Mallory, Madison, Joshlyne, Rodolfo, and Marissa for making this opportunity happen.?Because of your generosity, these resilient Scholars were able to learn from industry experts and reflect on dynamic pathways to their future careers.? ? This collaboration represents more than a moment---it's a testament to how volunteer support empowers relationships and facilitates career development for former foster youth. Interested in getting involved with RTS? Find out more below: https://lnkd.in/ddAe_zdi
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Congratulations to Tamar Sebesta!????? We’re so proud to be part of her journey and excited to see her passion for music and live events come full circle. A big thanks to?AEG?for recognizing Tamar’s talent! As we celebrate Tamar’s new role, we’re inspired by the incredible potential in our first-generation and foster youth Scholars. Her story is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when passion meets opportunity. Know a business or individual who could be a great partner, sponsor, or volunteer? Tag them in the comments or connect with us directly! #CorporateSocialResponsibility #SocialImpact #FirstGenStudents #FosterYouthSuccess #MentorshipMonth
Global Media & Partnerships Intern, AEG | Academy Gold Rising | EBF Fellow | HRTS Fellow
I’m happy to share with my fans that I’ve accepted an offer at AEG Presents! I’ll be supporting the media team as the Global Media & Partnerships Intern. A huge thank you to Ready To Succeed and Camp Flog Gnaw Community Day for introducing me to this incredible company, which organizes so many live events I’ve been attending since I was a little girl. My single dad is a musician, and his influence led me to discover a love for songs that have impacted generations. I also developed a passion for connecting fans and fostering the experience that links one show to another. In fact, I’ve even made lifelong friends at shows. If you know me, you know I spend most of my free time at live events, especially music festivals and concerts. So, this role is truly a no-brainer. In fact, it screams TAMAR!!! As someone who’s lived in survival mode my entire life, my new motto is to not take life too seriously and to enjoy the fun that comes with simply living. Being able to accept a role that encourages that and brings live events to fans around the world means so much to me. From one fan to another, let the good times roll!
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We are so excited to welcome Julia Reitsma as our Philanthropy & Grants Manager! She has added such joy to our team already! Julia earned her B.A. in Psychology from UCLA, where she was deeply involved in supporting the foster youth community through her participation in the Bruin Guardian Scholars program. At UCLA, Julia was a member of the Triathlon Team, a research assistant in multiple psychology labs, and served as a GRIT Peer Coach, helping former foster youth navigate challenges by teaching coping strategies and stress management techniques. Following her time at UCLA, Julia transitioned into the field of Real Estate Private Lending, working as an Account Executive. In this role, she provided financing solutions for real estate investors pursuing development and rental projects, honing her skills in client management and strategic problem-solving. As a former foster youth, Julia combines her personal experiences with her professional expertise to advocate for causes she deeply values. She has even used her passion for triathlon racing as a platform to fundraise for organizations supporting foster youth. Inspired by this work, Julia joined our team as Philanthropy and Grants Manager. In her current role, she identifies grant opportunities, ensures timely submissions, and helps steward relationships with our investors. Julia is passionate about building a future where every former foster youth has access to the support and community they deserve, and she’s committed to advancing this vision through her work at JIT. Outside of work, Julia enjoys playing beach volleyball, salsa dancing, attending comedy shows, and exploring the great outdoors. An avid solo backpacker, she loves discovering new cultures and finding adventure wherever she goes.
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The holidays can be especially tough for foster youth. While others celebrate with family, former foster youth often face isolation and uncertainty. This GivingTuesday,?YOU?can change that. By supporting Ready to Succeed, you can give the gift of hope this holiday season. Your tax-deductible gift provides the community, guidance and resources former foster youth need to build brighter futures. Starting today, your gift will go twice as far thanks to a generous $50,000 match from our friends at The Change Reaction!? When you give between now and Giving Tuesday (December 3rd), your donation will be doubled—providing more former foster youth with the support they need to launch their dream careers. Simply click on the link below to give. Ensure this holiday season is filled with support, connection, and opportunity. Give the gift of hope today. https://lnkd.in/ghTif2yE #GivingTuesday #FosterYouth #ReadyToSucceed #TheChangeReaction #DoubleYourImpact
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Starting college should be an exciting time. However, the absence of family, dorm essentials and move-in support can make the experience daunting and difficult. Many foster youth face unmet needs, limiting their ability to focus on their studies and career goals. This is where RTS comes in! Thanks to the incredible support of our dedicated volunteers and generous partners at John Paul Mitchell Systems, Canyon Partners, LLC, 3 Arts Entertainment, Hot Topic, PERIOD., Supergoop!, Dr. Bronner's, the Chuck Lorre Family Foundation and Banchik Family Foundation, our community recently transformed this experience for 320 students in need! On behalf of the entire Ready to Succeed team, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for making Project Dorm Room?a?reality. We did it! Want to join us in our mission to empower foster youth and first generation college students to unlock their full potential? Contact us at [email protected]!
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Had the honor of volunteering for Ready To Succeed’s “Camp Ready”, where I was able to network with scholars at various steps within their careers, talk about my transition from retail to healthcare and provide words of encouragement. I have so much professional growth to experience but I hope that sharing my story and the struggles I’ve encountered will help others reach their goals also. Thank you, Michele Prince, LCSW, MAJCS, for informing me of this opportunity.
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Changing Futures through Real-World Experience: 2024 McCabe Impact Fellowship Celebration. Yesterday marked the culmination of another successful year of the McCabe Impact Fellowship at Ready to Succeed, where scholars gained hands-on experience through paid internships at local nonprofits and social impact organizations across Southern California. As always, the highlight of the program is the final presentation. Scholars come together and showcase the projects they worked on throughout the summer. This year, they collaborated to shine a light on critical areas in need of social impact, sharing insights and innovative solutions to a panel of judges and the rest of RTS Community. These presentations are more than just a summary of their work—they are a testament to the lasting impact your support has on the lives of these scholars. A huge shoutout to some of our partners in attendance yesterday: AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles CASA of Los Angeles Group Effort Initiative Hollywood CPR LA-Tech.org National Center for Youth Law Stepping Forward LA WIN Young Storytellers And a heartfelt thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. You helping these incredible young leaders achieve success and make a difference in the world!
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The energy at Camp Ready this weekend was truly top tier! Volunteer professionals, industry leaders in their own right, didn't just share career-building tips—they offered open and honest insights directly to the new Ready to Succeed Scholars. A common challenge everyone faces is the feeling of "not being enough." Eddie Valcin, RTS Board member and panelist, captured it well: "When you start to look around and feel like you don't belong, or that others are more qualified, remind yourself that you are still in the room." The superpower highlighted by many panelists is their unique contributions. They bring something to the table that no one else has—just as each Ready to Succeed Scholar will. Thank you to everyone who contributed their presence and insights, making the event unforgettable. Shannon de Laat Jean Batthany Gloria S Garcia Cisneros, CFP? Hoai Scott Karen Jones
I have been supporting Ready To Succeed for almost six years now. The nonprofit exists to support low-income first generation college and students and those impacted by foster care. Through RTS, these first-gen Scholars have unique access to a diverse group of thought leaders, innovators and passionate professionals who offer advice, opportunities and a community of support. On Saturday, it was my pleasure to sit amongst a panel of powerhouse thought leaders to discuss how these young scholars can use the power of storytelling in their communication - be it interviewing for a job, or when networking in general. Authenticity rose to the top. Being true to yourself, who you are, your values and not being afraid to ask for help. Such an inspiring afternoon. Thank you to my Ready To Succeed family for having me. ?
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