Starfish Initiative

10/15/2026

Tonight is Part 2 of our October Mentor Orientation! Mentors are at the center of the Starfish experience, providing Scholars with encouragement, accountability and a trusted person in their corner. Missed this round? Another orientation begins in November. Learn more and apply to mentor: https://www.starfishinitiative.org/become-a-mentor

10/09/2026

What is a Donor-Advised Fund? A DAF is a charitable giving account that allows donors to recommend grants to nonprofits they care about. If you already have a DAF, you can recommend a grant to Starfish Initiative and help more young people benefit from mentorship, college readiness and career exploration. Learn more about supporting Starfish:

Support our Scholars through donations of goods or services. From school supplies to snacks for mentoring events, your in-kind contribution helps meet real needs. To coordinate an in-kind gift, please contact Jackie Cisneros at [email protected].

10/06/2026

"Have you ever thought about becoming a mentor?

Our next Mentor Orientation begins Oct. 8, and it’s your chance to learn what mentoring with Starfish is all about. You don’t need to have all the answers. You just need to be willing to listen, encourage and consistently show up for a young person. Learn more and take the first step: https://www.starfishinitiative.org/become-a-mentor"

10/01/2026

"Mentorship starts with showing up!

Last year, Starfish served 172 Scholars across Marion County, a 32% increase from the year before. Behind that growth are mentors, volunteers, donors and partners who believe in what young people can accomplish when someone is in their corner.

See what we accomplished together in our latest Annual Impact Report and learn how you can get involved: starfishinitiative.org/our-impact"

09/25/2026

Ready to change a life...including your own? Become a Starfish mentor. star

09/15/2026

The need for mentors never ends. If you've ever wondered whether you could make a difference in a student's life, the answer is yes. Learn how to become a Starfish mentor today. starfishinitiative.org/become-a-mentor.

09/13/2026

"Summer may be winding down, but our students are preparing for what's next. Whether they're entering high school, applying to college, or starting a new semester, Starfish mentors are there every step of the way.

That's the power of consistent support. That's the power of Startfish Initiative! https://youtu.be/1DKhz9tCDbg"

08/25/2026

"Behind every successful student is someone who believed in them. Sometimes that's a teacher. Sometimes it's a parent. Sometimes it's a Starfish mentor.

Who made a difference in your life? Tell us in the comments. ⭐️ "

08/17/2026

"Indiana's future workforce starts with today's students. Preparing students today helps strengthen the state tomorrow. That's why mentorship matters.

Mentorship helps prepare young people for college, careers, and lifelong success; for them and our state!"

08/12/2026

Every gift creates opportunity. Your support helps provide mentoring, college preparation, leadership development, and resources that empower first-generation students to reach their goals. Together, we're investing in brighter futures. Donate today and help another student succeed.

Support our Scholars through donations of goods or services. From school supplies to snacks for mentoring events, your in-kind contribution helps meet real needs. To coordinate an in-kind gift, please contact Jackie Cisneros at [email protected].