UPLIFT Youth Foundation

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us this past weekend at Sgt. Pepperoni’s Aliso Viejo for our Pizza for a Cause fundraiser! Your support helps us continue to empower youth through programs focused on mental and physical well-being. We’re keeping the momentum going with another delicious way to give back! Join us on Wednesday, April 2nd, at Shake Shack (Irvine Spectrum & Del Mar locations) for Donation Day. Mention "Donation Day" at the register or use the promo code DONATE when ordering on the Shack App, web, or kiosk, and 25% of your meal purchase will support UPLIFT. Let’s eat, UPLIFT, and make a difference together! We look forward to seeing you there. #UpliftYouthFoundation #Fundraiser #ShakeShack #GiveBack #CommunitySupport #MentalHealthMatters

Last Friday, I had the honor of returning to Chapman University as a keynote speaker at the induction ceremony for the Phi Chapter of Delta Kappa. It was a joy to discuss leadership, share the mission of UPLIFT Youth Foundation, and even guide attendees through a spontaneous meditation. I especially loved the interactive discussion and the insightful responses from participants. It was truly inspiring to connect with graduate students who are passionate about mental health and making a difference. My time in Chapman’s MFT program had a profound impact on me, and I’m grateful to remain connected to this incredible community. A heartfelt thank you to Naveen Jonathan, Alison Vartanian, and the Marriage and Family Therapy faculty and staff for the warm welcome and support in making this event possible!

Exciting News! We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with RealtyCares, offering a new way to support UPLIFT while making your next real estate move. RealtyCares is a purpose-driven real estate organization that connects buyers and sellers with top-tier agents, and 10% of your agent’s commission will be donated directly to UPLIFT! This generous contribution helps us continue our mission to provide youth with the tools of movement, mindfulness, and peer connection to support their well-being, create community, and nurture growth. If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, this is your chance to achieve your real estate goals while making a real impact. Learn more and get started here: realtycares.com/uplift Let’s make a difference together! #RealtyCares #GiveBack #YouthWellness #UPLIFT

Make March Meaningful & Fun! ?? Join us in supporting UPLIFT this March with two exciting events—great food, great drinks, and a great cause! Bring your friends, spread the word, and let’s make an impact together. ?? Pizza for a Cause at Sgt. Pepperoni’s ?? Sgt. Pepperoni’s – 26601 Aliso Creek Rd Suite D, Aliso Viejo, CA 92656 ?? Sunday, March 16th Dine in, take out, or order delivery from Sgt. Pepperoni’s Pizza in Aliso Viejo and mention “UPLIFT” when you order. 20% of all sales will be donated to support our mission! ?? Sip, Relax & Support at Mayfield ?? Mayfield – 31761 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 ?? All Month Long! For every charity cocktail sold in March, Mayfield will donate $1 to UPLIFT! This month’s featured drink is a delicious twist on an Oaxacan Old Fashioned with tequila, corn whiskey, cocoa nib-infused amaro Montenegro, and chocolate bitters. ? Planning to attend? Let us know in the comments! ?? ?? Don’t forget to follow and tag @upliftyouthfoundation on Instagram when you visit! Let’s UPLIFT our community together! ??

We’re excited to kick off our 5-week series at Soul Movement Yoga, starting this Sunday, March 2nd! Open to youth ages 11-20, this series is a great opportunity to connect with new friends and build a supportive community. Participants will explore wellness tools such as mindful movement, meditation, journaling, and more. Spots are limited—sign up today at upliftyouth.org/signup! #YouthWellness #Mindfulness #Community #Yoga

Join UPLIFT’s Monthly Donor Community: Empower Youth, Transform Lives! Did you know that recurring donors give 42% more annually than one-time donors? By becoming a monthly supporter—starting at just $5 a month—you can make a real, lasting impact. 100% of your gift goes directly to empowering youth with the tools they need for mental well-being. In a recent UPLIFT school program, 91% of students reported gaining mental health tools they didn’t have before. Your recurring monthly donation helps provide these essential resources, directly transforming the lives of youth in need. Join UPLIFT Youth Foundation's Monthly Donor Community Today: https://lnkd.in/eUpF4Pwu Want to learn more and experience our programs firsthand? Sign up for our Experience UPLIFT event this Saturday, 2/22: https://lnkd.in/eeUKBuVg Thank you for being a part of the UPLIFT community!

On Sunday, February 9th, we had the joy of hosting our Self-Love Vision Board Event at Soul Movement Yoga, and it was nothing short of inspiring! We welcomed new teens into the UPLIFT Youth Foundation community, alongside many of our incredible UPLIFT team members, for an afternoon of creativity, connection, and empowerment. Through vision boarding, our participants took time to reflect on their goals, dreams, and personal growth while embracing the power of self-love. It was amazing to see each teen express themselves through art, setting intentions for their futures with confidence and positivity. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, and to Soul Movement Yoga for the welcoming space! Your energy and openness made this event truly special. We can’t wait for more programs like this as we continue fostering self-worth, resilience, and well-being through community. #UpliftYouthFoundation #SelfLove #VisionBoard #Empowerment

If you’re curious about our programs and what we’re all about, we’d love to see you at our upcoming Experience UPLIFT Event on February 22nd, from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM in South Orange County! This event is open to ages 10 and up, and offers a fantastic opportunity to experience our mission in a welcoming and engaging environment. Surrounded by nature, we’ll explore meaningful topics, participate in mindful movement, and more! Last year’s event was an incredible experience, and we can’t wait to do it again! Interested in joining us? Learn more and sign up today at https://lnkd.in/gYQvWWtV.

We are thrilled to join the Orange County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and look forward to building meaningful relationships within the community. Our incredible Fundraising Director, Amanda De La Torre, attended the first mixer of the year, where she connected with ambassadors and fellow members and proudly received UPLIFT’s certificate. A special thank you to Mitch Seigel for introducing us to the OCHCC! As we move into 2025, we are excited to expand our impact through our mission of providing youth with the tools of movement, mindfulness, and peer connection to support their well-being, create community, and nurture growth.

As our Co-Founder and Program Director, Camilla Bruno, said, “Caring for ourselves and each other is of the utmost importance.” We are thrilled to gather as a community for our Self-Love Vision Board Event on Sunday, February 9th, from 1–3 PM. This event is open to ALL individuals aged 14–22! During this event, through movement, guided meditation, and self-reflection, you will be invited to create your own 2025 vision board centered on the relationship you want to nurture with yourself. Through these self-awareness practices, we’ll explore what we truly value, what motivates us, and what we envision for a positive future. Vision boarding is a powerful mindfulness tool that helps us focus on and grow a life that inspires and fulfills us. It’s going to be filled with creativity, joy, and connection! Share this post with a teen or young adult in your life who would benefit from self-love practices. If you’re a teen or young adult in Southern California, sign up today at https://lnkd.in/eyMiysQ6.