Youth Action Board Alumni Association

03/13/2026

A message from Danielle and the FTC board:

As Raise the Region wraps up, we want to shine a huge spotlight on someone truly extraordinary: Kaite, our incredible marketing coordinator and so much more!

Kaite’s journey with us began on the Youth Action Board in high school, and she’s continued to give back through the YAB Alumni Association, as a program coordinator at the Teen Centers during her college breaks, and now in her role helping tell our story and connect with the community. She’s an absolute rockstar! Brilliant, creative, hardworking, and endlessly inspiring. The teens adore her, and it’s no wonder as she brings energy, joy, and heart to everything she does.

Kaite isn’t just a team member, she’s a force for good in our community. Her dedication, passion, and talent make everything we do possible, and she leaves a positive mark on everyone she meets. We are endlessly grateful for her, and we couldn’t do what we do without her. 🫶🏼

This year, Kaite poured her heart into the Raise the Region campaign, working tirelessly behind the scenes to share our story, engage our community, and make the campaign a success. Her effort truly made a difference!

Thank you, Kaite, for being amazing every single day! You inspire us, the teens, and everyone in our community

03/13/2026

Raise the Region may be coming to a close soon but the impact is just beginning!

Because of your generosity, our teens will have access to resources, mentorship, and a safe place to grow.

Thank you for investing in their future. Thank you for believing in their potential. Thank you for being part of this story. 💛

There’s still time to join in! Click the link below or the link in our bio!

https://www.raisetheregion.org/organization/for-the-cause-teen-center

03/12/2026

Just in case you forgot… Raise the Region is still going on! 💙

There’s still time to make an impact. Click the link below to support us and help make a difference in our community! 🙌

https://www.raisetheregion.org/organization/for-the-cause-teen-center

03/12/2026

03/12/2026

When you wind down tonight, we hope you take a moment to read a message from our amazing Director of Operations, Danielle Pearson! She sees firsthand what can happen when a community comes together to support its youth.

Raise the Region is still going strong and continues through tomorrow! Every gift helps us create a safe space, build confidence, and empower the next generation. 💙 Click the link!

https://www.raisetheregion.org/organization/for-the-cause-teen-center

03/11/2026

It starts now!! Click the link to donate!!

https://www.raisetheregion.org/organization/for-the-cause-teen-center

03/11/2026

⏰ 3 hours until kickoff!

Help us continue transforming lives at For the Cause. Your support provides opportunities, mentorship, and a safe space for local teens!

Click the link below at 6pm!

https://www.raisetheregion.org/organization/for-the-cause-teen-center

03/11/2026

It’s time to Raise the Region! 💚

Starting tonight at 6 PM, 30 hours of giving begins.
✨ Donate between 6:00–6:30 PM and gifts of $25+ will be stretched even further!

Help us continue making a difference for youth in our community. Every gift counts. 💙

03/10/2026

Teen Spotlight: Clara Smith
President of the Youth Action Board Alumni Association, reflects on the lasting impact of her experience:

“From the Teen Center to YAB, and now as an Alumni, I’ve never been more grateful to be part of a group of people who share a genuine passion for helping others and giving back to our communities. Through all the different seasons of my life, I’ve always felt a sense of purpose and belonging because of the incredible opportunities this organization has given me. Each program, project, and event has allowed me to grow, learn, and contribute in meaningful ways, and I know that the lessons and friendships I’ve gained will stay with me for a lifetime. Being part of this community has shown me firsthand the power of teamwork, compassion, and leadership, and I’m proud to carry that spirit forward in everything I do.”

Clara’s story shows how the impact of For the Cause extends far beyond the teen years. The leadership, service, and connections built through the Teen Center and Youth Action Boards continue to shape young leaders long after they graduate. As we gear up for Raise the Region tomorrow, we hope you will remember young leaders like Clara and consider supporting the work For the Cause is doing🧡💚💙

03/09/2026

02/18/2026

We are beyond proud to share this incredible milestone for our organization. This endowment is more than a fund, it is a promise. A promise to continue investing in young leaders, uplifting their voices, and creating opportunities that will outlast us.

Some may ask, why? Why continue pouring into this community even after high school, even after moving away or settling in different places? The answer is simple. Our why is this community. Our why is the opportunity we were given during some of the most instrumental years of our lives. We are here because someone believed in us, invested in us, and created space for us to grow.

Now, we want to ensure that every kid in our hometown has access to that same experience, the same support, the same encouragement, and the same opportunity to lead and dream bigger. We hope this endowment carries that legacy forward long after us.

We could not have done this without the incredible support of our community. Thank you for your steadfast belief in us and in the power of young people. And a special thank you to the Community Giving Foundation for helping make this vision possible 🧡💚💙

Supporting the next generation has been a meaningful and rewarding effort for the Youth Action Board Alumni Association. Inspired to create a lasting impact beyond today’s programs, the group partnered with the Community Giving Foundation to establish a fund that invests in young leaders and strengthens communities across the region.

Read the full community giving story on our website: https://csgiving.org/2026/02/youth-action-board-alumni-fund-to-support-youth-leadership/ 💛