“Someone just being there is amazing.” - Charlotte, mentee
2021 organisation highlights Provided an accredited mentor for 2,124 young Australians in 155 communities across 6 states this year
Championed the continuation and seed funding of the Together for Youth collaboration initiative
Recruited, trained, screened and onboarded 2,007 mentors
Successfully partnered with Australian Government Department of Health and garnered continued support
Delivered significant outcomes for 1,450 young people across 134 communities after pandemic impact
Secured major funding for programs in pandemic affected south-western Sydney from Goodman Foundation
Developed, delivered and evaluated pilots of Online Mentoring and Youth Initiated Mentoring
Delivered Phase 1B (Mentor Recruitment) and Phase 2 (Programs Update) of Digital Technology Project
Conducted first hybrid virtual and in person conference roadshow for our national team
Delivered brand refresh and website upgrade to increase awareness and ability to mentor more teenagers
Completed relocation of Raise central support hub to Sydney CBD to facilitate reaching more young people
Our Board of Directors won the 2021 NSW Volunteer Team of the Year Award in their local area
Delivered inaugural online volunteer mentor thank you event boosting engagement and mentor applications
Launched our inaugural community fundraising campaign, Explore The Core , to enhance sustainability
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