"Planting Seeds of Greatness: Black Girls Rising Against All Odds"

This Black Philanthropy Month, join us in nurturing the next generation of Black women leaders who are transforming San Antonio and beyond.

The Reality We're Addressing

In San Antonio, Black girls face unique challenges:

• Educational Opportunity Gaps: Limited access to programs that build confidence alongside academics
• Economic Barriers: Basic necessities like personal care items become luxury expenses
• Cultural Disconnection: Few spaces that celebrate Black girl joy while building practical life skills
• Limited Leadership Examples: Scarce representation in entrepreneurship, higher education, and professional fields

Our Response

This Is 4 My Girlz doesn't just acknowledge these challenges — we actively dismantle them through strategic programming that meets girls exactly where they are and elevates them to where they're destined to be.

PROGRAM IMPACT SHOWCASE

🎒 #StuffThePurse Project

Impact: 75+ girls served quarterly What It Provides: Essential personal care items, school supplies, and dignity essentials Beyond the Items: Each purse comes with a handwritten affirmation and information about our ongoing programs Real Impact: "Getting my purse made me feel seen. Someone cared enough to think about what I needed." - Recipient, age 16

🫖 Afternoon Tea & Etiquette Training

Impact: up to 40 girls per quarterly event What It Provides: Table etiquette, social skills, formal dining experience Beyond the Lesson: Building confidence for scholarship interviews, professional networking, college dining halls Real Impact: "I used my tea party skills at my college interview. I felt so prepared and confident." - Participant, age 18

💃 Rhythm & Girlz Step Team

Impact: 18 active team members What It Provides: Cultural education, physical fitness, team building, performance opportunities Beyond the Steps: Leadership development, HBCU connections, scholarship pathways Real Impact: "Step team taught me that being Black and excellent isn't just possible — it's my birthright." - Member, age 15

👗 Passion 4 Fashion Show

Impact: 50+ participants annually What It Provides: Fashion industry exposure, confidence building, entrepreneurship education Beyond the Runway: Career exploration, business skills, creative expression Real Impact: "The fashion show introduced me to event planning. Now I am building my own business at 17." - Participant, age 17

🎓 GeneSIS Scholarships & QUEENDOM Awards

Impact: at least 5 recipients annually What It Provides: Financial support for education, recognition for leadership Beyond the Money: Continued mentorship, network building, success tracking  Impact: The scholarship doesn't just pay for books — it pays for a chance at a better future.

BLACK PHILANTHROPY MONTH SIGNIFICANCE

Why This Moment Matters

Black Philanthropy Month isn't just about celebrating our giving spirit — it's about recognizing that we've always been the architects of our own liberation. When Black communities invest in Black futures, magic happens.

The Statistics:

• Black women are among the most generous demographics in charitable giving
• Black-led nonprofits receive disproportionately less funding despite serving the greatest need
• Black girls who participate in culturally affirming programs show 40% higher rates of academic achievement

Our Commitment: Every dollar donated to This Is 4 My Girlz stays in the Black community, supporting Black girls, led by Black women who understand the journey because we've walked it ourselves.

DONATION IMPACT LEVELS

🌱 Seed Planter - $25

Provides: Complete "Stuff the Purse" package for one girl Impact: Your $25 plants a seed of purpose in a young girl's heart. She'll carry more than items — she'll carry essentials, dignity, and hope.

🌿 Growth Supporter - $50

Provides: Workshop participation for one girl (charm school, etiquette training, or step team session) Impact: Your $50 nurtures growth by providing hands-on learning experiences that build confidence, skills, and sisterhood.

🌳 Dream Builder - $100

Provides: Complete event experience (fashion show participation, tea party attendance, or field day registration) Impact: Your $100 builds dreams into reality, giving a girl experiences that expand her vision of what's possible.

🌟 Future Funder - $250

Provides: Monthly programming support for one girl across multiple initiatives Impact: Your $250 funds a girl's journey from participant to leader, supporting her development over several months of programming.

👑 Legacy Maker - $500+

Provides: Scholarship contribution, major event sponsorship, or facility support Impact: Your $500+ creates lasting change, establishing legacies of excellence that will impact generations of Black girls.

SPECIAL BLACK PHILANTHROPY MONTH CALL-TO-ACTION

🎉 MATCHING OPPORTUNITY ALERT! 🎉

Givebutter is donating $10,000 to Black-led nonprofits this August!

Here's what this means for our girls:

• Every donation has amplified impact during Black Philanthropy Month
• Your support helps us qualify for additional funding opportunities
• We're building momentum for our biggest programs of the year
• Your gift joins a nationwide celebration of Black excellence and community care

Special August Goals:

• $5,000: Fund complete back-to-school "Stuff the Purse" initiative
• $10,000: Launch fall programming with full supply needs met
• $15,000: Secure venue deposits for The Summit Jam 2026
• $25,000: Establish seed funding to secure a physical location as This Is 4 My Girlz, Inc.'s workshop-training facility/community resource center

TRANSPARENCY & TRUST

How Your Money Works

• Direct program costs (supplies, events, scholarships)
• Administrative expenses (insurance, filing fees, basic operations)
• Future sustainability (TCG Clubhouse fund, equipment, emergency reserves)

Our Commitment to Excellence

✅ 501(c)(3) verified - EIN 83-4684823
✅ Community partnerships - #DreamWeekSA, local venues, HBCU connections
✅ Regular impact reporting - Quarterly updates with photos, stories, and data
✅ Girls-first approach - Every decision prioritizes participant benefit and growth

CALL-TO-ACTION

🔥 URGENT: Black Girls Can't Wait

Right now:

• 15 girls are on our waitlist for charm school workshops
• 30 girls need complete "Stuff the Purse" packages for the new school year
• 3 high school seniors are applying for GeneSIS Scholarships
• 18 step team members need uniforms and competition fees

Your action today:

• Gives immediate relief to girls facing daily challenges
• Builds long-term success through comprehensive programming
• Celebrates Black excellence during this special month of recognition
• Multiplies impact through community-centered giving

Three Ways to Support Right Now:

1. 💖 DONATE

Every amount matters. From $25 seeds to $500 legacies — your gift grows.

2. 📢 SHARE

Spread the word! Black Philanthropy Month is about community. Tag friends who care about Black girl magic.

3. 🤝 PARTNER

Know a business or organization that should sponsor our work? Connect us!

SPECIAL AUGUST DONOR BENEFITS

Black Philanthropy Month Exclusive Recognition:

$250+ Donors Receive:

• Special "Seed Planter" digital certificate
• Monthly impact updates featuring girls you've supported
• Invitation to virtual appreciation event

$1,000+ Donors Receive:

• Everything above PLUS
• Handwritten thank you note from a program participant
• Early access to event tickets and volunteer opportunities
• Special "Growth Supporter" social media recognition

$5,000+ Donors Receive:

• Everything above PLUS
• Invitation to exclusive appreciation gathering
• Opportunity to mentor a scholarship recipient
• Named recognition in our annual report

$25,000+ Donors Receive:

• Everything above PLUS
• VIP treatment at all events
• Quarterly "coffee" chat with founder
• Legacy recognition in future TCG Clubhouse

FINAL MOTIVATION & URGENCY

The Time Is Now

Black girls in San Antonio are rising. They're stepping into their power, claiming their space, and transforming their communities. But they can't do it alone.

This Black Philanthropy Month, you have the opportunity to be part of a movement that doesn't just support Black girls—it elevates them to levels of excellence that create generational change.

Every day we wait:

• A girl questions her worth instead of claiming her value
• A dream gets deferred instead of developed
• A community misses out on the leader she's meant to become

Every day you act:

• A girl walks taller knowing her community supports her
• A dream takes shape through education and opportunity
• A community gains a confident, capable, culturally-rooted leader

IN CONCLUSION:

From Surviving to Thriving: The "This Is 4 My Girlz" Promise

We don't just plant seeds of greatness — we tend the garden, water the growth, and celebrate the harvest. Our girls don't just survive their circumstances; they transform them.

When you support This Is 4 My Girlz, you're not making a donation. You're making an investment. An investment in:

• Black girl joy and excellence
• Community strength and resilience
• Generational wealth and wisdom
• A future where every Black girl knows she's fearless and wonderfully-made

This Black Philanthropy Month, join us in proving that when Black communities invest in Black futures, we don't just change lives — we change the world.

Your seeds of greatness are needed. Our girls are ready to bloom.

DONATE NOW → https://www.givebutter.com/thisis4mygirlz

Questions? Contact us: 📧 [email protected] 📱 (210) 201-6077 🌐 www.thisis4mygirlz.org

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