We Belong PDX

This summer we partnered with We Belong PDX!!! At Project LEDO, we believe in empowering the next generation of tech professionals, especially those from vulnerable backgrounds. This summer, we're taking a holistic approach by integrating mental health support alongside our cutting-edge robotics programs. This partnership with We Belong PDX provides students with invaluable resources to foster both their technical skills and emotional well-being. Together, we're creating an environment where young leaders can thrive, innovate, and build a brighter future.🌟 I am so thankful to Sarah Lopez-Madrigal and her team for partnering in this amazing initiative and for being the best partners in this. Your dedication and support to the well-being of our community is well noted. Thank you KPTV Fox 12 Oregon for coming out and capturing our impact even though I was not able to be there. #ProjectLEDO #WeBelongPDX #MentalHealth #Robotics #SummerCamp #EmpoweringYouth #TechForGood https://lnkd.in/gH-Ag_qg

It began with art and games in a parking lot. We're now rebuilding trust in a historically forgotten neighborhood of Portland, through experiences bringing great joy and social connectedness. Nearly 100 showed up for our WeBe Family Celebration that kicked off summer. It was a blast. Check out the highlights... #community #family #nonprofit

It began with art and games in a parking lot. We're now rebuilding trust in a historically forgotten neighborhood of Portland, through experiences bringing great joy and social connectedness. Nearly 100 showed up for our WeBe Family Celebration that kicked off summer. It was a blast. Check out the highlights... #community #family #nonprofit

🌟 We are thrilled to share that Matrix Networks has received a heartfelt thank you from We Belong PDX for our recent donation! 🌟 Our contribution will support the Hope Center Site, which actively serves 23 youth aged 5-14, providing them with vital resources and opportunities to thrive. Here's a glimpse of the incredible impact: 🤝 Mentorship - Weekly mentoring sessions with Program Coordinators and dedicated volunteer Group Mentors, fostering trusted relationships. 🍎 Nutritious Foods - Healthy, whole foods prepared by the youth, promoting wellness and nutritional education. 🏞️ Adventure Outing - Monthly outings that offer new experiences and adventures. 🎨 Screen-free Creativity - Hands-on activities that reduce stress, spark new interests, and nurture creativity. 💛 Join us in making an impact! Visit www.webelongpdx.org to learn more and make a donation. Together, we can help these kids build a brighter future. Thank you to everyone at Matrix Networks for your continued dedication and support! 🌟 #CommunityImpact #WeBelongPDX #MatrixNetworksCares #GivingBack

Only 2 days left of our Blooming into Action Campaign where 100% of donations go to summer programs for 52 WeBe Kiddos! Also, gifts are going double the distance because of a generous donor offering a match for up to another $2,300 in donations. Go to https://lnkd.in/g-jfzz5r with the Blooming into Action designation to contribute 💛

Meet a Match to Unlock Another Match!??? We have 52 kids that we hope to give ten weeks of togetherness, nutritious lunch, outdoor adventures and screen-free creativity to this summer. We're $1,825 away from meeting the first 3k match opportunity. If we meet it we unlock a second match from a separate generous individual who offered ANOTHER 3K! We have until May 31st to meet these matches. All 12k we have the potential of raising goes to a full summer experience for the kids 💛

Check out this article posted by University of Oregon, shared by our Executive Director. Social connection saves lives. We're grateful for the social connections we form everyday with the WeBe kiddos and their families. It's making a difference, there's no doubt.

We're excited to be launching a campaign that has 100% of donations going directly to the WeBe kiddos! Summer is just around the corner and we've got some big plans to keep our young ones socially connected and healthy. Go to webelongpdx.org to contribute!

Enough with the "They're a creative and I'm not" rhetoric. We are all made to create and it turns out, when we're not creating our body and mind pay a price. Plan a time this week when you'll do something hands-on to use that creative muscle that exists in each of us. Dedicating time consistently to hands-on creativity will do wonders for your mental health 💛

Such a blast! Huge thanks to Gary Hirsch from On Your Feet, who generously gave his time to engage both our Freedom and Hope Center crew with simple and fun improv oriented games. Games like those we learned help develop confidence, collaboration and quick, critical thinking skills. These are essential for successful leadership in our present workforce and we're so excited to teach them to our other two groups of kiddos and play them for years to come. Thank you again, Gary!