Discover our Youth Empowerment Sponsorship Program, offering financial support and resources to marginalized youth. Learn how to become a partner and refer youth.
At Believe in Me, we’re breaking down barriers for marginalized youth. Our Youth Empowerment Sponsorship Program provides tailored financial assistance to help children and young adults overcome a myriad of challenges.
What We Offer
Our Youth Empowerment Sponsorship Program provides resources across five key pillars of caring. Click on the icons below to explore some examples of how we empower youth through our sponsorships.
About Our Youth Empowerment Sponsorship Program
At Believe in Me, we’re breaking down barriers for marginalized youth. Our Youth Empowerment Sponsorship Program provides direct-to-provider financial assistance to help children and young adults overcome a myriad of challenges.
What We Offer
Our Youth Empowerment Sponsorship Program provides resources across five key pillars of caring. Click on the icons below to explore some examples of how we empower youth through our sponsorships.
About Our Youth Empowerment Sponsorship Program
Youth Empowerment Sponsorship Areas
Who is Eligible?
Youth Facing Marginalization
Youth, ages birth to 24, who are marginalized, including those in foster care, homeless or in transitional housing, experiencing poverty, dealing with disabilities or mental health issues, or part of the LGBTQ+ community.
Unmet Need
Lacks support in areas such as education, mentorship, or basic necessities, which are not covered by existing programs or services.
Qualified Referral
Must have a signed agreement to partner with Believe in Me. This can be a teacher, social worker, health professional, or nonprofit partner.
Partner With Us
Are you a school, nonprofit, or community organization working with marginalized youth that could benefit from sponsorship? Become a partner in the Youth Empowerment Sponsorship Program and help us reach even more children in need. As a partner, you’ll:
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Be able to refer youth from your organization or community directly to the program.
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Gain access to additional resources and support for your organization.
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Join a network of like-minded organizations dedicated to empowering vulnerable youth.
How To Join
Sign a Partnership Agreement
This agreement outlines our shared roles and responsibilities.
Attend Onboarding
We provide training to ensure your staff understands the referral process and eligibility requirements.
Begin Referring Youth
Through our secure form, your organization can easilty refer marginalized youth for sponsorship.
Referrals can be submitted by partner organizations (schools, nonprofits, social services, and community groups) or directly by parents/guardians.
To submit a referral:
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Complete the Online Referral Form: You will need to provide basic information about the child, the support they need, and your contact information.
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Eligibility Verification: Confirm the youth’s participation in Title I school programs, free/reduced lunch, or other criteria that make them eligible for the sponsorship.
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Consent for Follow-Up: Ensure you have permission from the child’s guardian (or the state, in the case of wards) to allow us to follow up for impact reporting and potential use in promotional materials.
Start the referral process and give a deserving youth the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
How to Submit a Referral
Trauma-Informed Care & Confidentiality
We understand that many of the youth we serve have experienced trauma or are under special privacy protections as wards of the state. Our program takes confidentiality seriously, and we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of privacy for both the youth and their families. We work directly with social workers and legal guardians to ensure:
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Informed consent is obtained before any media is used for promotional purposes.
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We follow HIPAA, FERPA, and state child welfare laws to protect sensitive information.
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We adopt a trauma-informed approach, ensuring that all communication and follow-up respects the emotional well-being of the child
At Believe in Me, we are committed to creating a future where every child has the confidence and resources to succeed. Whether you are a family in need, a community partner, or a supporter, we invite you to join us in making a difference through the Youth Empowerment Sponsorship Program.