One-Time Gifts
We value each donation that is given to us, whether it’s $5 or $5,000. We are so grateful for the generosity that is behind every gift. You can donate safely and easily on our website.
why givingmatters
Why Give?
Every gift puts a young person in front of a room and says: your story matters. Your donation funds the mentors, materials, and stages that make that moment happen.
What Donations Can Do
6K
Sponsors a storytelling program at one school for one school year
3K
Sponsors a storytelling program at one school for one semester
1.5K
Supports ongoing training for staff and volunteers
$500
Supports the cost of screening and processing volunteers
$250
Supports background checks, to ensure the safety of everyone
$100
Supports VIP badges and red carpets for one school
Ways to Give
Monthly Gifts
The consistency of monthly donations help us to plan out each year and beyond. For monthly donations of any amount, you’ll occasionally receive stories written by one of our students.
Partnership
Financial gifts from corporations are instrumental in helping us reach more students. We also partner with other organizations to build up our communities and reach common goals. Reach out to us—we'd love to work together.
Volunteer
We couldn’t do what we do without our volunteers. Every year, hundreds of volunteers give their time generously. We'd love for you to join our community.
Matching Gifts
Many companies match employee donations or volunteer hours, effectively doubling or tripling your impact. You may need to ask your HR or Finance department for more information.
Legacy Giving
Recommend a gift to Young Storytellers through your donor-advised fund, either through your financial advisor or directly via DAFDirect. You can also leave a legacy by including us in your will.
Our Giving Philosophy
We welcome donations of funds and time from any individuals, organizations, or corporations whose missions and values align with our own. We believe that everyone in our community has a responsibility to make the world a better and more equitable place.
We value gifts of time and money equally. Our volunteers, donors, staff, board, and partners are all important in furthering our work. Not everyone has the means, privilege, or opportunities to give financial donations; but, everyone in our community is committed to what we do. We respect, listen to, and invest in everyone that participates in our work.
We view everyone that participates in our work as a partner. We are transparent about our goals, successes, and growth points, educate all members of our community about our practices and decisions, and consult with our community for appropriate feedback. In everything we do, we prioritize the good of our students and families, and hold donors, volunteers, vendors, corporate partners, community partners, and others accountable to that. We invite everyone to be in conversation with us to make change in our communities.
