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Fishers Youth Initiative

Fishers Youth Initiative

Youth Mentoring Initiative and Fishers Youth Assistance Program Announce Formation of Fishers Youth Initiative   Fishers, Ind. -- Youth Mentoring Initaitive (YMI) and Fishers Youth Assistance Program (FYAP) have combined forces to form Fishers Youth Initiative...

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HEPL Blog: Why Mentors Matter

HEPL Blog: Why Mentors Matter

Hamilton East Public Library has partnered with Youth Mentoring Initiative in Fishers to support them in their mission of engaging HSE students by nurturing positive relationships with a caring adult mentor to inspire future generations and build a better community....

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The Power of Connection: Kevin & Juan’s Story

The Power of Connection: Kevin & Juan’s Story

YMI is nearing the end of another semester of school-based mentoring at Hamilton Southeastern Schools, and we are excited to share a glimpse of YMI’s impact with you. Meet Kevin and Juan! Kevin is a sophomore at Fishers High School and a YMI mentee. He's passionate...

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2024 Mayor’s Breakfast

2024 Mayor’s Breakfast

Fishers, Ind. -- Fishers-based Youth Mentoring Initiative (YMI) will host its annual Mayor's Breakfast to Benefit YMI, presented by Heartland Church, on Thursday, August 29. The fundraising event is hosted by Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness and directly benefits YMI's...

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YMI is searching for a Development Coordinator to fill a new position within the organization. The role of the YMI Development Coordinator is to help manage fundraising activities. This role will contribute to the organization’s fundraising events and assist the...

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April 2024 Newsletter

April 2024 Newsletter

Featuring:  YMI Wines Around the World Fundraiser Meet the Mentor featuring Rob Loy Donor Spotlight with Delaware Township Trustee's Office Mentoring Action Upcoming Events

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March 2025 Newsletter

March 2025 Newsletter

Featuring:  5th Annual Wines Around the World Announcing Fishers Youth Initiative Tutoring Spotlight Meet the Mentor : Eric Cole Programs Spotlight

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Match Spotlight : JB & Tracy

Match Spotlight : JB & Tracy

At the beginning of his sophomore year, JB joined YMI in hopes of finding a mentor who could support his goals. Before he was matched with a mentor, JB was unsure if the program would be a right fit for him. It took a few attempts before JB was confident in completing...

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YMI Receives Grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.

YMI Receives Grant from Lilly Endowment Inc.

Fishers-based Youth Mentoring Initiative (YMI) has received a grant of $170,470 from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help expand its 1:1 school-based mentoring programs to elementary schools within Hamilton Southeastern Schools (HSE). The program is funded through Lilly...

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Wines Around the World a Record Success for YMI

Wines Around the World a Record Success for YMI

Fishers, Ind. – Fishers-based Youth Mentoring Initiative (YMI) hosted its annual Wines Around the World Fundraiser, presented by RQAW, Taub Family Selections, and First Internet Bank, on May 19th at the open-air rooftop patio of...

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