We’re halfway through our High Five for Girls campaign, and thanks to your incredible support, we’re making great strides in empowering girls through STEM, sports, and leadership. But we need your help to cross the finish line and reach our goal of raising $10,000 to support the next generation of women who will change the world.

In this post, we’ll take a look at where we are, how far we’ve come, and how you can help us push forward to ensure every girl gets the mentorship and opportunities she deserves. Every “high five” makes a huge difference, and now is the time to keep the momentum going. Let’s finish strong together!

The Power of the High Five: A Look at Our Progress

At the start of the High Five campaign, our goal was clear: to raise critical funds to help provide girls with access to life-changing programs in STEM and sports. We’ve seen tremendous growth so far, and your contributions have been nothing short of inspiring. However, we’re not quite there yet. We still need your support to hit our target and ensure that girls in our programs get the mentorship, training, and encouragement they need.

To date, we’ve raised over 50% of our fundraising goal, but with your continued help, we can easily cross the finish line. Every dollar you contribute goes directly into programs that build girls’ confidence, equip them with the skills they need to succeed, and open doors to opportunities that were once out of reach.

Why This Campaign Matters

This isn’t just about reaching a fundraising goal. It’s about making a lasting difference in the lives of girls who need it most. The need for mentorship and support for girls in STEM and sports has never been greater. Only 60% of girls are currently participating in organized sports, and even fewer are pursuing careers in STEM. But when girls have access to the right resources, their potential is limitless.

In our High Five campaign, each gift symbolizes a step toward giving these girls the tools they need to succeed. Whether it’s by providing them with access to a top-tier STEM curriculum, empowering them to take part in competitive sports, or giving them leadership training that will help them thrive in any setting, we are helping them unlock their full potential.

What’s at Stake: The Girls Who Need Us

While we’ve made incredible progress, there are still so many girls who need our support. This is why we’re asking you to dig deep and continue helping us reach our goal. Here are just a few examples of the impact your donation is having:

  • Maya, who wants to become a biomedical engineer, is attending STEM workshops where she’s gaining hands-on experience and learning from female role models in the field.
  • Ava, who dreams of becoming a professional athlete, is getting the coaching and competitive opportunities she needs to take her skills to the next level.
  • Sofia, who aspires to become a community leader, is being mentored by strong women leaders who are teaching her how to harness her voice and become an advocate for girls’ rights.

Each of these girls represents a future leader, scientist, athlete, and changemaker. They need us — and they need YOU — to help them reach their dreams.

How You Can Help: Make a Lasting Impact

The next few weeks are critical, and with your support, we can hit our fundraising goal before December 31. Here’s how you can help ensure that girls continue to benefit from Play Like a Girl programs:

1. Give Today

If you’ve already donated, thank you! If not, now is the time to step up. Whether it’s a one-time gift or a recurring monthly donation, every dollar will help girls gain access to the mentorship and opportunities they need to thrive. Your donation directly supports girls in your community and beyond — giving them a chance to dream bigger and achieve more.

2. Employer Matching

Did you know that many employers offer matching gift programs? This is a fantastic way to double your impact without any additional cost to you. Check with your employer to see if they match charitable donations, and if they do, be sure to submit your donation for matching funds. It’s an easy way to make your high five count twice!

3. Peer-to-Peer Fundraising

Want to help even more? Set up your own fundraising page and encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to join you in supporting the High Five campaign. You can share your story, explain why this cause matters to you, and ask others to make their own high five contributions. Peer-to-peer fundraising is an incredibly powerful tool that can help us reach more people and raise more funds — every high five counts!

4. Spread the Word

Even if you can’t give right now, you can still make a huge impact by helping us spread the word. Share our posts on social media, encourage others to donate, and tell people why this campaign matters to you. The more people who know about the High Five campaign, the more girls we can support. Follow us on social media and share our posts with the hashtags #HighFiveChallenge and #GiveAHighFive.

The Final Push: Let’s Finish Strong!

We’re halfway to our goal, but there’s still time to make a difference! The last few weeks of the year are a critical time for giving, and with your help, we can hit our target and ensure that girls continue to have access to the programs that will help them grow, learn, and lead.

Your high five could be the one that makes all the difference. By contributing today, you’ll help us provide mentorship, leadership training, sports opportunities, and STEM education for girls who are ready to change the world. Together, we can make sure that girls everywhere have the tools and the confidence they need to succeed.