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📢 Testimonial Spotlight: Impacting Lives at Alive Teen Center 📢 We’re thrilled to share a powerful testimonial from one of our teens, Aniesa, reflecting on her experience at Alive Teen Center. 💬 Together, we’re empowering the future! #YouthDevelopment #CommunityImpact #SupportingTeens #EmpoweringYouth #Partnerships

🌍 National Hispanic Heritage Month: Honoring Culture & Community 🌍 From September 15th to October 15th, we proudly celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring the contributions, resilience, and rich cultural legacy of Hispanic and Latino communities. At Alive Teen Centers, we believe in creating inclusive environments where our youth can explore and celebrate diverse cultures. We invite you to join us in recognizing the importance of diversity and supporting young leaders as they embrace the richness of Hispanic culture. Together, we’re fostering a stronger, more united future for our next generation! #HispanicHeritageMonth #DiversityAndInclusion #YouthEmpowerment #CulturalAwareness #AliveTeenCenters

🌟 A Heartfelt Thank You to Naperville Sunrise Rotary! 🌟 We are incredibly grateful for their generous $2,000 donation to Alive Naperville! Their support directly impacts the lives of local teens, allowing us to continue offering free programs, mentorship opportunities, and a safe space for personal growth and discovery. Together, we are making a lasting difference in our community. Thank you for believing in our mission! 💚 #Gratitude #CommunityImpact #YouthEmpowerment #AliveNaperville #NapervilleSunriseRotary #NonprofitSupport #TeensThrive

🚨 Urgent Call for Volunteers! 🚨 We’re still looking for volunteers to help at the beer tent for Oktoberfest at Naper Settlement on Friday, October 4th, from 4 PM to 10 PM—and we need YOU! We’re looking to fill 20 spots, and we get to keep the tips to benefit the Alive Center. ⚠️ Sign up TODAY to make sure you don’t miss out! This is an incredible opportunity to give back, earn volunteer hours, and have a great time supporting an organization that empowers teens. Don't wait—your help is crucial! 👉 Register here: http://vhub.at/alivecenter 🗓 Select the Friday Evening Shift and choose "Alive Center" as your affiliate. Let’s come together and make a difference! 💼 #VolunteerNow #Urgent #CommunityImpact #Oktoberfest

📢 Join Us for Dining For A Cause on Tuesday, October 1st! 🍽️ We’re excited to partner with SixtyFour - Wine Bar & Kitchen for a special Dining For A Cause event on Tuesday, October 1st, from 5 PM - 9 PM. During this time, 50% of all food revenues will be donated to the Alive Center to support our free after-school drop-in programs, Teen-Led, Teen-Driven™ clubs, free tutoring, and peer-mentoring programs. These initiatives directly impact the mental well-being of youth in grades 5th - 12th by fostering leadership, resiliency, belonging, and discovery. 📍 SixtyFour - Wine Bar & Kitchen 123 Water Street, Naperville, IL 60540 📅 Date: Tuesday, October 1st ⏰ Time: 5 PM - 9 PM 🍷 Cuisine: New American 💻 Make your reservation on Book Your SixtyFour- Wine Bar & Kitchen Reservation Now on Resy 📞 For groups of 7 or more, call: 630.780.6464 ✅ Important: Be sure to make one reservation if you'd like to be seated together. Separate reservations cannot be combined. This is not a private event, but 50% of food revenues will benefit our programs. Check out the menu at: www.sixtyfourwinebar.com We had great success with this event last year, so make your reservations early! 🙌 Thank you for supporting the Alive Center and helping make a lasting impact on the lives of local teens. #DiningForACause #SupportYouth #AliveCenter #TeenEmpowerment #Resiliency #Leadership #Belonging #Discovery #Naperville #CommunitySupport #WineAndDine

We are excited to announce our participation in the upcoming event, "Our Voices, Our Minds: BIPOC Youth Navigating Mental Health," hosted by ALMAS and North Central College on September 18th. This important event is dedicated to fostering an inclusive space for dialogue, learning, and empowerment around the mental health challenges faced by BIPOC youth. As one of the community resources for youth, Alive Teen Center will be present at the Community Resource Fair following the panel discussion. We invite you to join us for an evening of impactful conversation and connection. Event Details: 📅 Date: September 18, 2024 ⏰ Time: 5:30 PM - 8:15 PM 📍 Location: North Central College, Wentz Science Center - Stevenson Hall, Naperville Event Program: 5:30 PM: Doors open & registration 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM: Panel Discussion 7:30 PM - 8:15 PM: Community Resource Fair We look forward to engaging with the community and sharing how Alive Teen Center continues to support and empower BIPOC youth. #MentalHealthMatters #BIPOCYouth #CommunityEngagement #AliveTeenCenter

Join us on September 6th from 5:00pm-7:00pm at our office to receive free groceries from Marie Wilkinsons Food Pantry! If you do not want to pick up groceries, please consider stopping by and donating non-perishable items. First come first serve.

📢 Exciting Leadership Announcement: Welcome Amanda McMillen as Alive Teen Center's New Executive Director! We are delighted to introduce Amanda McMillen as the new Executive Director of Alive Teen Center! Amanda will be overseeing the day-to-day operations of our existing center, while our CEO & Founder, Kandice Henning, focuses on expanding our mission by establishing new Alive Center franchises. Amanda brings over 20 years of experience in not-for-profit services, with a strong background in supporting children, youth, and families. Her leadership roles, including Senior Program Director at SGA Youth & Family Services and Chief Program Officer at Illinois Collaboration On Youth, have been marked by a deep commitment to building resilience and empowering communities. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a dedicated Naperville District 203 School Board Member, Amanda has actively contributed to initiatives such as early childhood education and violence prevention, while also representing the Legislative Education Network of DuPage (LEND). Amanda holds a Master’s Degree in Social Science Administration from Case Western Reserve University and is an alumna of the Allstate Foundation Nonprofit Leadership Center Executive Leadership Program. Her passion for community growth and her vision for teen empowerment make her the perfect leader to take Alive Teen Center to new heights. We are excited for Amanda to bring her expertise and energy to our team as we continue to grow our Teen Led, Teen Driven™ mission. Please join us in welcoming Amanda to the Alive family! #Leadership #NonProfit #YouthEmpowerment #CommunityDevelopment #AliveTeenCenter #WelcomeAmanda 

The Alive Center featured in Naperville magazine!

As we continue to navigate the complexities of today’s world, the mental health of our youth is more crucial than ever. At the ALIVE Center, we are deeply committed to creating a safe and supportive environment for teens to thrive emotionally and mentally. Our approach is holistic, focusing on the four pillars of Resiliency, Leadership, Belonging, and Discovery. These pillars guide our programs and activities, empowering teens to build strong coping skills, lead with confidence, find their community, and explore their passions. Interns like Amal M. from Aurora University have shared the impact the ALIVE Center has had on their perspectives and career paths. Amal stated, "The ALIVE Center has given me a different perspective on nonprofit agencies. The center contributes to positively impacting the lives of teens. Throughout my internship at the ALIVE Center, I was able to gain experience in a non-clinical setting, understand how it works with this population, and compare it to a clinical setting where I plan to work in the future." We are proud to be a beacon of hope and support for teens, helping them to navigate their mental health journey with confidence and resilience. #YouthMentalHealth #ALIVECenter #Resiliency #Leadership #Belonging #Discovery #CommunitySupport #MentalHealthAwareness