If you are a girl between the ages of 8-18 you are invited to attend the annual Sister to Sister Summit on Saturday May 5, 2012.  This is a special day filled with exciting activities that are specifically designed to give girls the tools to survive in the world today. 

We are all influenced by the media and we have all faced challenges regarding bullying, health, nutrition, and planning for the future. This summit will help girls build a support network of new friends and give them an opportunity to meet community role models and other people who are dedicated to girls issues.

$10 per girl includes breakfast, lunch, and a Girls Inc. bag!

To register, please fill out this form and return with payment by May 1. Payments can be made over the phone with a credit card.

Questions?  Contact us at sistertosister@girlsinctarrant.org or call 817-468-0306.

Sister to Sister Summit

Saturday, May 5

8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Arlington I.S.D. Professional Development Center

1111 W. Arbrook

Arlington, Texas

This trip was a Grand Slam!

Perhaps you remember a time when you attended your first concert or met a celebrity. Maybe you remember attending your first sporting event and having that overwhelming feeling of positive adrenaline.  Perhaps you recall feeling like “I cannot believe I am here.” 

This was the case for 11 girls on Friday night when they went to see the UTA Lady Mavs Softball team play Northwestern State.  Amongst the group of girls who attended, there were some young softball players, some potential softball players and some girls who knew nothing about the sport but were curious about all of the hype. 

It was a close game that ended in the in the bottom of the ninth with two outs when UTA freshman Hillary Steed hit a walk off grand slam.  The girls were ecstatic.  The crowd went wild and the girls ran up to the fence to get a close look at Hillary as she made her way around the bases and was greeted at home plate by her teammates. 

After the game the girls waited patiently, with their faces plastered to the dugout fence, for a chance to meet the Lady Mavs.  The girls shook hands with the players, looked at all of them in awe and after some hesitation, performed a cheer for the team.  The Girls Inc. girls were pleased by the team’s enthusiastic applause.  Before we left, the UTA Lady Mavs posed for a picture and signed autographs for the girls. 

On the way home, they expressed their gratitude and mentioned several times, “that was so cool!”  Many girls talked about how they could not believe they met the college softball team.  

One girl said, “I am never washing my hand again.”

Others asked, “When can we go back?  They told me they have a game tomorrow.  Can we come back tomorrow?”

Another girl said, “I can’t believe I got to meet number 4! That’s my number too!”  

The UTA Lady Mavs Softball team made a powerful impression on the young girls from Girls Inc.  Thank you for taking the time to speak with them and for providing them with an experience they will remember for the rest of their lives.  You made a memorable impression upon them.  At Girls Inc. our mission is to “inspire all girls to be strong, smart and bold.”  The time you spent with them goes a long way in enhancing what they learn in the programs they attend.  

Perhaps you recall that special night when you attended your first concert, first sporting event or met a celebrity.  This was “that” night for these girls. 

UNT Students "Take Flight" at Girls Inc.

Each year, volunteers provide thousands of hours of service to Girls Inc. of Tarrant County.  Their generous gift of time (and dedication) helps us provide quality programs to the girls we serve throughout the county.  Recently, students from UNT visited Girls Inc. as a part of their participation in the “UNT Take Flight Job Shadowing Program”.  It is a 1-5 day job shadowing experience that provides students with the opportunity to observe and network with professionals, investigate a career field, clarify career goals, and function within a work environment.

Courtney (UNT), Susan (Girls Inc.), Kristen (UNT), Amy (Girls Inc.)

Several students visited with Girls Inc. staff and learned about their job roles.  Some of the students shared their thoughts about their experiences and Girls Inc.

“I really appreciate the opportunity and gained some valuable knowledge. It’s very encouraging to job-shadow someone who is so dedicated to a great cause. I hope to see you soon when I start volunteering.” -- Kristen

“Thank you for the chance to see the amazing things Girls Inc. does for young ladies! These girls are smart, charming, and fun to be around! Thank you for working with UNT to provide students like me a chance to see how an impactful organization such as Girls Inc. is run. I had a lot of fun. It was a rewarding experience!” --  Elizabeth

Girls Inc. has a number of volunteer opportunities available that include (but not limited to) assisting with sports clinics, 5K Races/Walks, fundraisers, administrative duties, and weekly programs.  If you are interested in volunteering with a dynamic team, please contact us.  We will be more than happy to speak to you and help you find the perfect opportunity within the organization.

 

Special thanks to all of the UNT students who volunteered with us recently.  We appreciate your enthusiasm and we look forward to seeing you again!