WELCOME TO YOUR COMMUNITY
A little encouragement.
Endless possibility.
Grow with confidence. Lead with purpose.
for your purpose.
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Griffith Library · 12:00–2:30 PM
Real skills.
New possibilities.
Mentorship, hands-on workshops, and meaningful experiences for youth ages 11–18 in Northwest Indiana. Boys are welcome too.
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SHOW UP WITH PURPOSE
Your next
experience.
Make room for learning, connection, and community.
ROOM TO BECOME
Find your strengths.
Build your future.
Hands-on learning and supportive mentorship, one experience at a time.
✦Life skills
Practice everyday skills through cooking, budgeting, communication, and thoughtful decision-making.
↗Leadership & future
Build teamwork, find your voice, and explore college, careers, and possibilities beyond today.
♡After-school mentorship
At Charter School of the Dunes, mentor Laura Reed leads a supportive space for learning and connection on Thursdays, 4:00–5:30 PM.
✉Pen Pals With a Purpose
Launching in 2027 with Girls on Top of the World. Members browse the profile lineup and choose their own pen pal, with parent or guardian permission and program adult support.
Explore Pen Pals ↗Ready to grow with us?
A parent or guardian can complete the combined enrollment and consent form.
Start enrollment ↗PURPOSE IN ACTION
The moments
we share.
Learning, laughter, and a community that shows up.
MORE MOMENTS TO EXPLORE
55 photos.
So many memories.
Browse all 19 collections and watch the cooking and budgeting workshop videos on the live gallery.
Open photos & videos ↗YOU BELONG HERE
Our people.
Our purpose.
A community of encouragement, friendship, and growth.
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The live list updates with enrollment.
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Laura Reed · Mentor
Martina Epps · Director
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Serving Northwest Indiana since 2017.
Young Ladies With A Purpose Inc.