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Sunday: March 19, 2009
Thank You for a Wonderful Gala!
Dear Project MotiVATe Family,
On this beautiful Sunday morning, we want to extend our GRATITUDE and
APPRECIATON to each and every one of you for helping to make our 3rd Benefit
Gala truly a night of community and family-time! This year's program and
venue was packed to the gills-we SOLD OUT and maxed out our capacity at 430
attendees (with a handful more squeezed in as Gala began). The night rolled
out with an amazing Gala video by PLT Studio. We recognized our community
partners and kicked off a line-up of awesome performers who rocked the
house! We truly could not have done it without the overwhelming support of
all of you, our community and family, and the amazing work of our staff and
volunteers.
First and foremost, THANK YOU to our sponsors and in-kind donors and those
who gave to attend our family get-together.
THANK YOU to our amazing MCs, anh Jonathan Bao Huynh and Jade Kira, who
kept the energy up and the audience engaged the whole night!
THANK YOU to all our performers who graciously donated their time and talent
and made it such an incredible and entertaining event!
THANK YOU to anh Hoang Duy Tan, our awesome sound and 'one-man band'!
THANK YOU to our Board who helped to support PR efforts and ticket sales.
And without a doubt, THANK YOU to our incredible team of coordinating staff
led by Theresa Pham who orchestrated the Gala from beginning to end with the
selfless help of our mentors, volunteers and mentees! You all are the drive
and heart of Project MotiVATe and we would not be possible without the
countless hours you've put in to not only make Gala possible, but our
program as a whole.
THANK YOU!
All the best,
Julie Vo and Scott Iseri
Project MotiVATe Program Directors 2008-2009
To View Pictures from our Event, please visit the following link:
SOMEONE TO LEAN ON: MENTORING VIETNAMESE AMERICAN YOUTH
Project MotiVATe Celebrates Youth Mentorship with Benefit Gala
(Garden Grove, CA, April 9th, 2009) Growing up with a hyphenated identity
(Vietnamese-hyphen- American) means learning to understand and accept one's
cultural kaleidoscope while navigating the terrain of adolescence. Project
MotiVATe addresses these unique issues through one-on-one youth mentorship
and will highlight its program during its 3rd Benefit Gala on Friday, April
17, 2009 at 7pm. Hosted at Paracel Seafood in Westminster, CA, the Gala is
entitled, "Mentoring Today to Empower our Tomorrow" and is a night of
community-building and connection.
The event will include keynote address by Dr. Xuyen Dong-Matsuda, Mental
Health Service Chief of the Orange County Health Care Agency and recognize
the efforts of individuals and organizations that have served Vietnamese
youth and advanced the mission of Project MotiVATe. Honorees include:
Comerica Bank, Genki Living and Angela MinhTu Nguyen. The Benefit Gala will
also feature live performances by Tâm oan, Thi Çu K ó Anh, Ti ¿n Ding, Kevin
Khoa, Justin Nguy Ån, Kristine Sa, Thomas' Apartment, Vudoo Soul, Applesauce
and Progressive Taiko. Guests can also participate in an opportunity
drawing and dine on a delicious seven-course dinner. All funds raised will
go directly to the mentorship program.
"Our young people all have innate potentials for purposeful living," said
Dr. Xuyen Dong-Matsuda, "I believe our roles are to respect and love them
for who they are, and to give them the support they need."
Project MotiVATe serves as a culturally relevant resource to underserved
Vietnamese youth and their families in Orange County, who are among the
largest Asian racial subgroup in the County (Census 2000). Through its
annual summer camp, one-on-one mentoring, weekly study halls, monthly events
and an all-volunteer staff, Project MotiVATe ensures that all mentees
graduate high school and pursue higher education while creating
opportunities for personal growth, cultural connectedness and social
responsibility.
Gala Sponsors include Platinum Level Sponsor Comerica Bank; Gold Level
Sponsors Princess Cosmetic Surgery and Karuna Healthcare; Silver Level
Sponsors Wells Fargo, United Commercial Bank, Cali Escrow, Krystal H. Pham,
M.D., DTN Tech, and Genki Living; and Bronze Level Sponsors International
American University, Lee's Sandwiches, TLC Xpress Pharmacy, Titan Travel &
Tax and Beautiful Nails & Spa. Paracel Seafood Restaurant is located at
15583 Brookhurst Street, Westminster, CA 92683.
For more information, please contact projectmotivate@gmail.com or
www.projectmotivate.org
Sponsored By:
Platinum Sponsor
Gold Sponsor
Silver Sponsor
Cali Escrow
Krystal H. Pham, M.D.
Bronze Sponsor
Thursday: August 28, 2008
New Internal & External Program Directors Selected
First, I want to congratulate Julie Vo and Scott Iseri in their new role as External and Internal Program Directors. Both Julie and Scott are familiar faces to the PM Family and they have been a part of PM in various capacities. With their experiences, I look forward to seeing them improve PM and continuing to get the PM Family involve in events and activities. Both are passionate about continuing to foster the "family love" atmosphere within PM and focusing on the youth and their families. Together with the team of coordinators, mentors and Board, I am confident that PM will have a successful 2008-2009 academic year under new leadership.
On the other hand, I have a sad announcement to make as well. As my partner and crime in restructuring Camp for Youth to create Project MotiVATe, Angela MinhTu Nguyen has stepped down as PM advisor/consultant to concentrate on her career path of obtaining her PhD. Angela has been instrumental in applying her Organizational Development skills to create PM into a program that focuses on measurable means such as academics as well as the connecting CSULB Masters program to create training materials and surveys for PM. Angela came to PM in 2001 as a volunteer in the kitchen for camp and ever since, she has committed to championing PM causes wherever she goes. On behalf of PM, THANK YOU for all your hard work and dedication to the program. Your unconditional love for PM will never go unnoticed. Good luck with your PhD program. In addition, THANK YOU to q for your continuous support, your gas and your driving time. ;)
Please join me in supporting Julie and Scott in their new role to manage PM towards a successful academic year and send our warmest gratitude to Angela for her tremendous contributions to PM.
- Nicole Nguyen, Chair of Project MotiVATe's Board of Directors
Wednesday: July 30, 2008
Project MotiVATe is currently looking for a Program Director to manage and lead a non-profit organization.
What is Project MotiVATe?
Project MotiVATe is a mentorship program to help Vietnamese American youth graduate from high school or obtain a GED and pursue higher education with implications for benefits in other areas of their life (social, familial, cultural)
Requirements:
Must have experience planning, organizing events, and managing others
Ability to commit for 2 years starting August 21, 2008
At least in last year of college or have bachelor's degree
Previous experience as a mentor (preferred but not required)
Vietnamese American preferred but not required
Email resume and application to ProjectMotiVATe@gmail.com by August 8, 2008
Interviews will take place in August
What's in it for YOU!
To make a difference in the community
A great resume builder and opportunity
Receive training from two executives coaches
Networking opportunities with community members, philanthropists, and more!
Apply to come a part of our Project MotiVATe family today and start making a difference in our community!
Application Deadline EXTENSION! August 8, 2008
Monday: April 28, 2008
Project MotiVATe presents "Community Connections" - A Networking Mixer
Time: 6:30pm-9:30pm Location: Viet Bao Daily News Conference Room | 14841 Moran Street, Westminster, CA 92683
Please see our [download applications] side bar to fill out an application for one of our many volunteer opportunities.
Sunday: April 20, 2008
Thank you everyone that came out on Sunday to support Project MotiVATe and our youth at our car wash! Your donations are greatly appreciated. Please stay tuned for upcoming Project MotiVATe events!
