Workshops For Youth and Families- A Program of notMYkid

History

Organization Awards YWCA Tribute to Women Health and Science Leadership Award, 2011 Be More Humble Channel 8 People's Choice Award, 2008 Phoenix Chamber of Commerce's Athena Award Finalist, 2008 Recognized as one of the Valley's most influential leaders, Arizona Foothills magazine in 2008 State of Arizona Office of the Governor's Volunteer Award Recognition for Outstanding Community Service, 2007 KEZ 99.9 Beth McDonald Woman of the Year Award, 2005 Letter of recognition from Arizona State Senator Jim Waring, 2005 Letter of recognition from Congressman J.D. Hayworth, 2005 Scottsdale Leadership's Spirit of Community Leadership Award, 2003 Leadership Workshops Foundation - Scottsdale Area Chambers' Sterling Award, 2002, Mentorship Appreciation Award, Arizona State University Graduate College, 2002 Spirit of Women National winner, 2001 Women of Distinction honoree, 2001 Athena Award nominee, 2001 Spirit of Women Community Winner, 2000

Specialties

Forty years later, Workshops for Youth and Families- A Program of notMYkid has not drifted from its mission to foster personal leadership and resiliency in youth and families through programs that inspire positive growth and change. Over the last 40 years, Workshops for Youth and Families- A Program of notMYkid has helped strengthen Arizona families through innovative educational programs presented to more than 30,000 young people. Workshop provides programs for approximately 1,200 youth each year, all aging from 9 to 19. Based in Scottsdale, Arizona, nearly 75 percent of new participants live in the immediate area and are referred by local churches, schools, alumni, parents, and social service organizations. One reason why we are referred is for our effective peer to peer mentorship which is the foundation of our unique programs. This style of teaching works because teens tend to relate to and trust someone their age who is there to support and mentor them. Our entire staff help our participants strengthen their confidence.