It's January & we're celebrating our mentors! Nicole Abera joined Spark because she wanted to be a resource for a young person who may not have had anyone else to talk to. Thank you, Nicole, for making a difference! Learn more about mentoring at Spark: bit.ly/3WLuwig

This month we celebrate our mentors! Spring-Eve Rosado See joined us through @YearUp because her life was transformed by people who invested in her & she wanted to pay it forward. Thank you, Spring-Eve, for making a difference! Mentor with us at Spark: bit.ly/3WLuwig

We are #hiring! Spark the Journey is seeking a Development Manager to support fundraising goals by supervising the Development Coordinator, overseeing the donor database, stewarding a portfolio of donors, and assisting with grants management. Apply here! bit.ly/3XB2Yw1

We’ve got more mentors to celebrate! James Hawkins became a Spark mentor because he wanted to make a difference in his community in the aftermath of George Floyd’s death. Thank you, James. You have absolutely made a difference! Start mentoring at Spark: bit.ly/3WLuwig

Mark your calendars for Spark's annual gala this spring! We hope you'll join us on Wednesday, April 26th, for an evening celebrating a major milestone – our 30th year mentoring young adults in DC! Stay tuned for more details on how to purchase a ticket or sponsor the event.

Today is National Thank Your Mentor Day! No one says it better than our program participants – here's what they've got to say about their mentors, and how much mentorship has meant to them! To all our Spark mentors, we can't say it loudly enough: THANK YOU for all you do!

To close out the month, give it up for one of our newest mentors! Zachary Guffey became a Spark mentor after interning with @YearUp & being inspired by their work with young people. Thank you, Zachary, for making a difference! Mentor with us at Spark: bit.ly/3WLuwig

“Spark the Journey has changed my life by connecting me with a mentor who genuinely cares about my success and well-being.” – Moziqe Howard, Spark alum Today we're shining a spotlight on Moziqe! Learn more about her experience at Spark the Journey here: sparkthejourney.org/spark-alumni-s…

"Even if you think you don’t have much to offer, or you’re early on in your career, those can all be positives to build a relationship with your mentee around.” – Zachary Guffey, Spark mentor Learn more about Zachary's experience as a mentor here! sparkthejourney.org/spark-mentor-s…

Today & every day, Spark celebrates Black history! We honor the Black visionaries who came before us & we are also continually inspired by our program participants. Their leadership, ambition, & creativity make the world a better place. #blackhistorymonth #blackhistory

“As a first-generation student, I know what it’s like to navigate the world of work and school with many questions and worries about next steps.” – Jose Lima Rosas, Program Manager at Spark Read Jose's full spotlight here! bit.ly/404mrYg

Tickets for Spark the Journey’s annual gala are now available! Join us on April 26 for an evening of celebration at the beautiful Eaton Hotel in downtown DC. Get your ticket here! secure.givelively.org/event/spark-th…

In Philanthropy News Digest, Spark CEO Khari Brown discusses what it will really take to close the wealth gap -- & what we can do in our own communities to take steps toward equality today. Read his op-ed here! bit.ly/3Ktb86i #BlackHistoryMonth #MentorshipMatters