Project MotiVATe
Mentoring Vietnamese American Teens
Address: OCAPICA
12900 Garden Grove Blvd., Suite 214a
Garden Grove, CA 92843
Tel: 714.636.9095
Fax: 714.636.8828
Email: ProjectMotiVATe@gmail.com
Website: ProjectMotiVATe.org

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    Friday: June 19, 2009

    Project MotiVATe is recruiting!


    Project MotiVATe is now recruiting volunteers, mentors, and coordinators! For more information, click here. To apply for any of the positions, click here

    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:

    JDK Photography
    User Name: theresa.pham
    Password: motivate

    Tuesday: March 10, 2009

    Project MotiVATe's Presents our 3rd Benefit Gala

    Please visit Gala 2009 for more details on our Benefit Gala!

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

    CONTACT Julie Vo, External Program Director
    (310) 467-9008
    ProjectMotiVATe@gmail.com
    ProjectMotiVATe.org

    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, ThiÇu Kó Anh, Ti¿n Ding, Kevin Khoa, Justin NguyÅn, 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!

    What are you waiting for? Download a Coordinator Application Now!

    how to submit an application:

    • email to ProjectMotivate@gmail.com
    • fax to 714.636.8828
    • drop off or mail to our office: OCAPICA 12900 Garden Grove Blvd., Suite 214a, Garden Grove, CA 92843.

    Questions? Please contact Chris Tran at ProjectMotivate@gmail.com or 949-228-6783


    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

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    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!


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