StreetWise Partners Newsletter
We are having a wonderful summer at StreetWise and are excited to fill you in!?So sit back, grab a cup of coffee, and dive into this quarterly newsletter to catch up on all the latest updates and achievements. Together, we are creating transformative change.?
We're Hiring! Chief Development Officer
We're searching for an entrepreneurial Chief Development Officer to join our incredible team. Successful candidates will be?accomplished fundraisers with a track record of scaling revenue streams through creativity and a diversity of approaches. We have retained Sandler Search to manage the process.?Help us spread the word!?Apply Now
Announcing @MyStreetWiseStory
We've just launched a second social media account on?Instagram,?@MyStreetWiseStory, dedicated to celebrating the success stories of StreetWise mentors and mentees.?Follow us to hear?heartwarming accounts of transformation, resilience, and achievement. Please share the profile with your own followers. We know that every story shared can inspire countless others to join the StreetWise family.?Follow and share your story.
Return to In-Person Program This Fall
We are excited to share that we are finally returning to in-person programming this Fall! We are dedicating one of our cohorts to in-person learning, while maintaining virtual options as well.?We cannot wait for our community to come together once more.?Our team has been hard at work preparing an exciting lineup of events, workshops, and activities that will rekindle the face-to-face spirit of learning, collaboration, and growth. Whether you're a mentor, mentee or volunteer, we're eager to welcome you back this fall.?
Charity Poker Tournament is November 9
Get ready for the return of our annual Raising the Ante Charity Poker Tournament on?Thursday, November 9! Join us as poker enthusiasts unite to support StreetWise Partners' life-changing mentorship program. Play, watch, or bid in the exciting silent auction while enjoying a top-notch open bar, delectable bites, and live DJ! Grab your tickets and sponsorship before you head out on summer vacation.?Tickets and Sponsorship Information.
CEO, Shari Krull featured in The Job
Our CEO, Shari Krull, was featured in The Job newsletter by Paul Fain. They spoke about labor markets, the power of networks, and how our structured mentoring programs use culturally relevant curriculum designed with feedback from the community served. Shari noted “Social connections matter more than ever, as the labor market shifts dramatically, the worth of networks only stands to grow.”?Read the Power of Networks
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2022 Annual Report
2022 was an exciting and fulfilling year for StreetWise Partners. We celebrated our 25th anniversary and thank all of you who stood alongside us, fueling our mission and championing the transformative power of mentorship. Read and share our 2022 Annual Report!?View our 2022 Annual Report
Annual Partnership Breakfast and $1 Million Investment from Global Atlantic Financial Group
During our Annual Partnership Breakfast, we announced a $1 million investment from Global Atlantic Financial Group. As a valued partner of StreetWise Partners, the investment from Global Atlantic will enable us to connect our graduates to jobs faster, at higher starting salaries. In addition to the financial support, Global Atlantic will increase their volunteer efforts with StreetWise and focus on qualified graduates for potential employment opportunities at the company. Shari Krull, CEO of StreetWise Partners said, "We are driven to equip underrepresented talent with the skills, industry knowledge and social capital needed to launch their careers and achieve upward mobility. Global Atlantic Financial Group's generous investment bolsters our mission and underlines their confidence in our cause." Check out our video to learn more about the partnership and how together, we achieve results for our program mentees!?
Successful Events So Far in 2023
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