Support THRIVE
Every seed needs someone to plant it.
THRIVE is built and run by high school students. Funding is what turns our curriculum into an actual event: tables, materials, food, and incentives that get students in the door.
Donations aren't open just yet.
We're currently in the process of establishing ourselves under a 501(c)(3) fiscal sponsorship. Until that's finalized, we aren't able to accept online contributions.
If you're a business or an individual who'd like to support us, we'd genuinely love to hear from you now. Fill out our donation questionnaire to tell us how you'd like to give, and we'll contact you the moment we're able to accept contributions.
Where support goes
What your contribution will fund
Our logistics lead keeps a detailed list of exactly what each event requires, submitted to our fiscal sponsor. Nothing is vague.
Booth materials
Tables, signage, decoration, and printed takeaways for each of the five pillar stations.
Food & incentives
The refreshments and giveaways that bring students through the door and keep them engaged all day.
Speakers & programming
Bringing in professionals (clinicians, financial educators, counselors, and advisors) to teach alongside us.
For businesses & organizations
Sponsor a pillar
Local businesses can underwrite a single pillar table for an event. It's a direct, visible way to invest in Bakersfield students, and a concrete ask with a concrete number behind it.
- Recognition at the table you sponsor
- A named mention in our event materials
- An itemized breakdown of exactly what your funding covers
Table sponsorship is handled personally rather than through a form, since we'll need to talk through recognition and naming with you. Message us on the contact page and our funding lead will get back to you.