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Dare to be different youth empowerment organization Creating a knock-on effect for youth Confidence!!!
501 (c)(3)

10/13/2026

Our DTBD kiddos had an enjoyable afternoon with Mrs. Emily! She taught them five-finger breathing a simple calming technique that uses their fingers to guide slow, steady breaths.

Thank you, Mrs. Emily, for helping our kiddos learn ways to calm their bodies and manage their emotions!

Just a normal Tuesday at Dare to Be Different! 😂❤️ Pie Face is one of our favorite games full of laughter, surprises, an...
10/06/2026

Just a normal Tuesday at Dare to Be Different! 😂❤️ Pie Face is one of our favorite games full of laughter, surprises, and a little whipped cream! 🥧🤣

📚 No school? No problem—DTBD has you covered!Join us for our Teacher Workday One-Day Fun Camp on Friday, October 16! You...
10/06/2026

📚 No school? No problem—DTBD has you covered!

Join us for our Teacher Workday One-Day Fun Camp on Friday, October 16! Your child can enjoy a full day of fun in a safe, welcoming, and engaging environment while school is out.

📅 Friday, October 16
⏰ 7:30 AM–5:00 PM
💵 $75 per child
👨‍👩‍👧 Sibling discounts are available
📍 5201 NW 34th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32605

Spaces are limited, so call today to reserve your child’s spot!

📞 (352) 665-4551

We are excited to partner with Mrs. Emily Weeks to support our students’ social and emotional growth at Dare to Be Diffe...
10/02/2026

We are excited to partner with Mrs. Emily Weeks to support our students’ social and emotional growth at Dare to Be Different! 💛

Emily is a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has experience providing school-based counseling to children in grades K–12 and working with children, adolescents, and adults in private practice in Jonesville. She is passionate about helping others navigate life’s challenges and develop the tools they need to thrive.

Through her Social-Emotional Skills Curriculum, students will participate in supportive, age-appropriate activities and meaningful conversations that help them:

* Understand and manage their emotions.
* Communicate effectively and build healthy relationships.
* Make positive choices and solve problems.
* Develop coping skills, empathy, and resilience.
* Face everyday challenges with confidence.

At DTBD, we are more than an afterschool program—we are a mentorship organization committed to helping children grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

Please join us in welcoming Mrs. Emily! We look forward to the positive impact this partnership will have on our students and families.

We love and appreciate our amazing tutors! Thank you for dedicating your time, patience, and knowledge to helping our st...
10/01/2026

We love and appreciate our amazing tutors! Thank you for dedicating your time, patience, and knowledge to helping our students learn, grow, and build confidence. Your support makes a lasting difference! 💙📚✨

Our DTBD kiddos had so much fun exploring density with the UF Science Center today! 🧪💧Density means how much matter is p...
09/30/2026

Our DTBD kiddos had so much fun exploring density with the UF Science Center today! 🧪💧

Density means how much matter is packed into a certain amount of space. Using bottles of liquid and beads, the kiddos explored how density affects whether something floats or sinks!

A bead sinks when it’s denser than the liquid around it and floats when it’s less dense. When their densities match closely, a bead can stay suspended in the liquid—like it’s floating in the middle of the bottle! 👀

Such a fun way to bring science to life! Thank you to the UF Science Center for this hands-on learning experience!

🍓🧬 Today at DTBD, our students explored science with a strawberry DNA extraction lab and learned about basic genetics!Th...
09/29/2026

🍓🧬 Today at DTBD, our students explored science with a strawberry DNA extraction lab and learned about basic genetics!

They were so excited to see DNA from a strawberry and enjoyed being hands-on scientists for the day. We loved watching their curiosity grow as they learned something new! 🔬✨

Thank you, Angie, for spearheading this activity for our students today! We appreciate the time and care you put into making learning fun. 💚

That’s what Teach Me Tuesday is all about—giving our youth opportunities to explore, discover, and learn through fun activities!

Help make a child’s Christmas wish come true! 🎄🎁Dare to Be Different Youth Empowerment Organization is inviting sponsors...
09/28/2026

Help make a child’s Christmas wish come true! 🎄🎁

Dare to Be Different Youth Empowerment Organization is inviting sponsors to adopt a child’s Christmas wishlist. We’ll share a child’s wishlist with you so you can shop for gifts they’re hoping to receive this season.

The last day to sponsor a child’s wishlist is December 14.

To adopt a wishlist, email [email protected] or call (352) 665-4551. Our team will help you coordinate gift drop-off.

Thank you for helping our children feel remembered and celebrated this Christmas! ❤️

Help us welcome our newest tutor, Arun, to the Dare to Be Different team! 🎉Arun is a junior at the University of Florida...
09/25/2026

Help us welcome our newest tutor, Arun, to the Dare to Be Different team! 🎉

Arun is a junior at the University of Florida studying biology on a pre-dental track. She loves art, reading, traveling, and finding new coffee shops—and she has a Shiba Inu named Ginger! 🐶

We’re excited for our students to get to know her. Welcome to DTBD, Arun! 💚

🎉 Let’s give a warm welcome to Selena, our newest tutor at Dare to Be Different!Selena brings more than seven years of t...
09/22/2026

🎉 Let’s give a warm welcome to Selena, our newest tutor at Dare to Be Different!

Selena brings more than seven years of tutoring experience and a passion for helping students learn, grow, and build confidence. We are excited to have her join the DTBD team! 💙💛

Welcome, Selena! 🌟

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