From February 1 to February 28 we will be celebrating Black History Month in the United States. Since 1976, as a nation we have taken time to acknowledge the achievements of black Americans. Each year, a theme and this year’s theme is the “Crisis in Black Education” (ASALH). Although controversy exists around the presence of Black History Month, what isn’t controversial is the acknowledgement that black history should not be contained to 28 days. Continue reading →

Read Kelly Fair’s thoughts on how she became an advocate for mentoring, especially women coming together across generations. Continue reading →

Today we are asking you to join a supportive group of colleagues and mentors working towards positive change in their communities. Kelly Fair and guests will be discussing the importance of community servant leadership and building a rejuvenating network of support. Come and learn with us either in person or through Facebook Live! This is your time to network and engage with community leaders. Continue reading →

At the start of a new year, many people turn their attention towards creating healthy habits. We all know what this entails: fresh, whole foods and exercise. While it sounds simple to eat more vegetables and to spend more time outside, it is not always such an easy process. Our access to fresh foods and outdoor space is greatly determined by our neighborhoods. Continue reading →

It is January and that means we are celebrating National Mentoring Month. And for the New Year (hello 2017) we want you to know how to get involved and show that you are a #MentorIRL. Continue reading →

Take the beginning of the year to create your action plan and set goals. Work towards strengthening and educating yourself for the year of mentoring ahead. Join us as we create a community support system for you and us to regenerate. Sit over coffee and be inspired at this free networking event. We hope to see you there as we join together in service, leadership, and the desire for change. Continue reading →

We cannot stop talking about our amazing girls in Polished Pebbles Girls Mentoring Program! We truly love meeting new faces each year, and especially so at our new sites. Our girls in Gary, Indiana are embarking on their journey with … Continue reading →

During our Year-End-Giving Campaign we want to highlight our various sites and programs offered by Polished Pebbles Girls Mentoring Program. This week we are down south in Texas. We have started a new chapter at Haley Elementary School and were so excited to meet our new pebbles. Here are a few snapshots of our new beginning in Texas! Continue reading →

In fact, our first pebbles are now in college! What?! And we want you to hear Jamiah’s Polished Pebbles story. Continue reading →

This Thanksgiving, we encourage you to support those types of people. The people who are devoting themselves to making our world a better place. As corny as that sounds, it is true. #GivingTuesday Continue reading →