You Grow Girl!

Summer Academy 2025
2025-07-07 10:00 - 2025-08-08 15:00 UTC | You Grow Girl!, WA, United States
Many of the Summer Academy activities will take place outdoors. We ask that participants dress for the unpredictable Washington weather, including shoes appropriate for trail walks and beaches, and bring the following items each day:

Reusable water bottle and backpack
Afternoon snack (nut free for allergen safety)
Sunscreen (and Chapstick, if needed)

HOW TO REGISTER:
Summer Academy will offer three themed session this summer at our all three of our locations in Seattle, Renton and Tacoma/Spanaway from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Lunch will be provided. Register for one or all three sessions.
Cost: $250.00 per session (partial scholarship is available to current You Grow Girl! participants)

Session 1: MySelfie Empowered (July 7-11)
Session 2: Be’YOU’tiful (July 14-18)
Session 3: D.I.Y. Girl (August 4-8)

If you are a current You Grow Girl! behavioral health participant contact Jazasia Francisco to receive a scholarship code of 50% off your registration fees.
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Play Therapy (Spring Break Camp)
2025-04-07 10:00 - 2025-04-11 13:30 UTC | You Grow Girl!, WA, United States
We ask that participants bring the following items each day:

Reusable water bottle and backpack
Afternoon snack (nut free for allergen safety)

HOW TO REGISTER:
Spring Break Day Camp will offer a session at our locations in Renton and Tacoma/Spanaway from 10:00am to 1:30pm. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited, register today!
Cost: $200.00
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Nurtured by Nature
2024-08-05 10:00 - 2024-08-30 14:30 UTC | You Grow Girl! (Seattle), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144
Discover the healing power of nature!
Join us as well as other youth, ages 11-17, as we explore the great outdoors, engage in mindfulness activities, and connect with others in a nurturing and inspiring environment. Through guided exercises and meaningful discussions, you will learn valuable coping skills for sustainable success, build resilience, and find inner peace amidst the beauty of nature.
Embark on a journey of sustainable growth and self-discovery with the Sisterhood!
Many of the Nurtured by Nature activities will take place outdoors at parks and beaches. We ask participants dress for the unpredictable Washington weather, including shoes appropriate for trail walks and beaches, and bring the following items each day:

Reusable water bottle and backpack
Afternoon snack (nut free for allergen safety)
Sunscreen (and Chapstick, if needed)

HOW TO REGISTER:
Nurtured by Nature will offer one session this summer at our Seattle office from 10:00am to 2:30pm. Lunch will be provided. ** Arrive before 10:30am so the van doesn’t leave you! **

Session 1: August 26, 2024 (Monday, Wednesday & Friday only)

If you are a current or former You Grow Girl! participant with Connect access you can register in your Connect portal. If you have not received services with us before, register using this link.
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Empowering HER
2024-07-25 17:00 - 2024-08-29 19:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (Renton), 901 Rainier Ave N, Suite B201, Renton, United States
Empowering HER is an exciting and dynamic program designed to equip youth, ages 10 and older as well as their mother/mother-like caregiver(s), with the confidence, knowledge, and tools to shine in every aspect of their lives and relationships. Picture this: you arrive at a serene venue, greeted by the soothing sounds of a live sound bath, designed to melt away stress and prepare you for a transformative journey. Following this, a gentle yoga session will help you center yourself, setting a calm and focused tone for the days ahead. We believe that starting with relaxation allows you to fully embrace the empowering experiences to come.
Once everyone is relaxed and rejuvenated, the real fun begins! Empowering HER is packed with engaging and hands-on activities that cover self-awareness, emotional intelligence, sharing power, and communication; tools all members of the tribe need to sustain. You’ll have the chance to collaborate with peer mentors and other youth and caregivers. Empowering HER isn’t just about gaining skills, it’s about creating vibrant, supportive sisterhood that celebrates and amplifies each youth and woman’s unique potential. Get ready to eat, laugh, learn, be inspired, and lead like never before!
HOW TO REGISTER:
Empowering HER will offer one offering this summer at our Renton office on the following two (2) Thursdays, from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Dinner will be provided.
Youth and mother/mother-like caregiver must attend both sessions in order to receive a $50.00 VISA gift card for the family. Unfortunately, due to capacity we will not be able to offer childcare or admit unregistered guests.

Thursday, August 8, 2024
Thursday, August 29, 2024

If you are a current or former You Grow Girl! participant with Connect access you can register in your Connect portal. If you have not received services with us before, register using this link.

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Healing the Mother
2024-07-11 12:00 - 2024-08-08 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (Seattle), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144
Healing the Mother is designed specifically for mothers and mother-like caregivers, 18 years old and older who are managing the dynamic challenges of parenting children from preschool to middle school. Recognizing that motherhood often comes with intense demands that can lead to burnout, anxiety, and feelings of guilt or shame, our goal is to create a nurturing environment where participants can find solidarity and support. Healing the Mother aims to address these common struggles by providing practical tools and shared experiences to help alleviate stress and enhance well-being.
Healing the Mother is a 4-hour session facilitated by clinical caregivers. During our time we will focus on sharing and practicing strategies for managing anxiety, the importance of self-care, and ways to inspire and uplift each other through the journey of motherhood. Healing the Mother is a safe space for open dialogue and exchange of ideas, where every participant can learn from one another’s experiences and offer support. By fostering a community of understanding and encouragement, Healing the Mother hopes to empower each caregiver to navigate the complexities of motherhood with renewed confidence and resilience.
HOW TO REGISTER:
Healing the Mother will offer four closed sessions this summer at our Seattle office from 12:00pm to 4:00pm. Snacks will be provided. Unfortunately, due to space we will not be able to offer childcare or admit unregistered guests.

Thursday, July 11, 2024
Thursday, July 18, 2024
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Thursday, August 8, 2024

Caregivers are invited to attend 1 or all 4. Registration is required for each session.
If you are a current or former You Grow Girl! participant with Connect access you can register in your Connect portal. If you have not received services with us before, register using this link.
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PLAY Therapy
2024-07-08 10:00 - 2026-07-01 13:30 UTC | You Grow Girl! (Renton), 901 Rainier Ave N, Suite B201, Renton, United States
RENTON: 901 Rainier Ave N, B-201

SPANAWAY: 15413 First Ave CT S, 2-C

PLAY Therapy offers early learning and support services for children, ages 3-5, impacted by mental health and trauma facilitated by our inspiring team of expressive arts therapists, who specialize in play, music, art, and dance therapies.
PLAY Therapy also utilizes ABA therapists, occupational therapists, peer support specialists, case managers, and social workers to meet the developmental and psychological needs.
PLAY Therapy is available to families up to three days a week for 3.5 hours at our Renton and Spanaway sites. Allowing caregivers some respite during the week om Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00am to 1:30pm to self-care and reset.
PLAY Therapy also provides up to 4 hours of Caregiver Respite on Fridays and Saturdays at one of our two locations.
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Goddess: Using Art As Empowerment
2021-08-16 10:00 - 2021-08-20 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | You Grow Girl!, WA, United States
This week-long day camp is designed specifically for girls entering sixth grade.
Transitioning into middle school can be both exciting and scary at the same time. This camp will experiment with different art materials to explore and define your unique and personal self-expression. Gain new skills that will have you walking through those halls with confidence and authenticity!
Space is limited with only 6 spots. Register online today!
** Sorry this camp is full **

Love Your Selfie
2021-08-09 10:00 - 2021-08-13 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | You Grow Girl!, WA, United States
This week-long day camp is designed specifically for girls entering fifth grade.
Being a girl of color navigating life can be challenging and at times disempowering. This camp will offer a sisterhood of diversity and experiences to own your power and make your voice heard. Through various expressive arts activities you will discover a new found appreciation of yours and other campers’ cultural backgrounds; while working together to dismantle societal stereotypes interfering with your sustainable success. Queen fix your crown and rise above!
Space is limited with only 6 spots. Register online today!

Black Girlhood
2021-08-04 14:00 - 2021-09-22 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
Held via Zoom every Wednesday started August 4 – September 22, 2021 from 2pm to 4pm PST.
For providers and professional serving Black girls and young women throughout Washington State.
RSVP online before Thursday, July 29

The Great Inflatable Race
2019-07-27 09:00 - 15:00 UTC | Lake Sammamish State Park, 2000 NW Sammamish Rd, Issaquah, WA, 98027, United States
The Great Inflatable Race is returning! Register for the day of inflatable fun running and bouncing TODAY and support 2019 charity partner, You Grow Girl!
Use code GROW2019 to have the race donate $5 to You Grow Girl! Grab the kids, family, co-worker, and friends, for a day of fun in the sun!

Her Story Brunch
2019-05-18 11:30 - 13:00 UTC | Rainier Beach Community Club, 6038 S Pilgrim Street, Seattle, WA, 98118, United States
Hosted by the Youth Advisory Board; more details to come…
2019 You Grow Girl! Award Recipient: TBA
Event powered by the Rainier Beach Community Club

Spring Break Day Camp
2019-04-08 10:00 - 2019-04-12 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
BeYOUtiful
There is beauty all around us and within us. Join us as we learn how to define our own beauty, and dive deeper into the statement, “I am beautiful because…”
Campers will finish the week empowered with new tools of how to embrace their beauty, love themselves, and love others.
Register Today!

Grades
4 & 5
Skills Taught
· Self-Confidence
· Self-Worth
· Healthy Peer Relationships
Modalities
· Expressive Arts Therapy (art, movement and creative writing)
· Psychoeducation
· Mindfulness

Masquerade Ball & Fundraiser
2019-02-08 19:00 - 22:00 UTC | The Woodhouse Wine Estates, 15500 Woodinville Redmond Rd NE, Woodinville, 98072, United States
Hosted by the Woodhouse Wine Estates, join us for a night of masked elegance supporting You Grow Girl!
Purchase your tickets TODAY!

She Breaks
2016-08-29 10:00 - 2016-09-02 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Where is your inner B-Girl at? Breakdancing isn’t just for the boys! Learn the art and science of Breaking – from top rock, drops, footwork, power, and combinations, to illustrating the compatibility of Breaking with other movement forms like Ballet, Modern, Gymnastics, and Capoeira. Led by the only B-Girl member of the World Champion B-Boy/B-Girl group, Massive Monkees, Anna “Banana Freeze”!
As you know our camps tend to fill up quickly, so we highly recommend registering today.
No GIRL will be left behind! We offer family discounts, sliding scale and scholarships.
All programs are subject to change or cancellation due to low enrollment.

Animation Avenge-Hers
2016-08-22 10:00 - 2016-08-26 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Who are the amazing women in our world and communities? Who speaks and steps up for women’s rights and power? From Bree Newsome to Aki Kurose in partnership with Reel Grrls, we’ll tune into the Super Sheroes around us who have come before as well as our inner Super Shero and animate your amazing life. What are your super powers? How do you put them to use? What are your kryptonites? How to you squad up and work as team for the greater good of those around you? Imagine this in individual moments you animate into action and Voila!!! Super YOU to the rescue in creative, inspiring, and hilarious super hero stories come to life!
As you know our camps tend to fill up quickly, so we highly recommend registering today.
No GIRL will be left behind! We offer family discounts, sliding scale and scholarships.
All programs are subject to change or cancellation due to low enrollment.

Strut Your Stuff
2016-08-15 10:00 - 2016-08-19 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Whether you’re in shoes or slippers you will learn to command attention when you walk into a room. Your posture and stride are signs of how you feel about your self. Do you walk with your shoulders slumped and your head down? Well, then you need a confidence boost! Discover runway techniques that helps develop self-image, confidence and your own style! Fashion – Design on a dime. Revamp, recycle and create new looks from clothes you already have without breaking the bank. Style is timeless!
As you know our camps tend to fill up quickly, so we highly recommend registering today.
No GIRL will be left behind! We offer family discounts, sliding scale and scholarships.
All programs are subject to change or cancellation due to low enrollment.

D.I.Y. Girl!
2016-08-08 10:00 - 2016-08-12 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Come learn how to become a Do It Yourself Diva! Learn how to make a scented candle, jewelry and more! Empower yourself and other girls with fun and creative skills. You’ll discover that you can make so many of your favorite must haves all on your own!

MySelfie Empowered
2016-08-01 10:00 - 2016-08-05 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
We all know about selfies, the smartphone self-portrait. Taking inspiration from the great Frida Kahlo, we’re going to return to this original art form of self-expression by painting a self-created image. In this camp, we will explore how to engage in creativity in order to connect with yourself and your passions. At the end of the week, participants will have the opportunity to present their artwork in the MySelfie Empowered art show!

BeYOUtiful
2016-07-25 10:00 - 2016-07-29 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
There is beauty all around us and within us. During this week long camp, participants will be learning how to define their own beauty and will dive deeper into the question, “I AM BEAUTIFUL BECAUSE _______.” All definitions will be complied together to form their very own dictionary of what beauty means to them as well as other girls in the community. Participants will be learning more about their beauty through open discussions, self-reflection, and artistic expression.

Girls Count!
2016-07-18 10:00 - 2016-07-22 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
We’re all about confidence at You Grow Girl! In collaboration with Girls Rock Math and this camp is designed to help her know that she counts! Girls Count! is a week chalk-full of our favorite activities, considered to be the “best of the best” by staff and campers alike. Campers will discover and make art with numbers, solve problems together, and discuss the impact of historic female mathematicians. We’ll be creating, designing, playing, and discovering for this awesome week of math fun!
This camp is designed for girls entering into grades 4, 5 & 6.
As you know our camps tend to fill up quickly, so we highly recommend registering today.
No GIRL will be left behind! We offer family discounts, sliding scale and scholarships.
All programs are subject to change or cancellation due to low enrollment.

Building Trauma Sensitive Leaders
2016-05-06 09:00 - 13:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Register for this training

EmpowHER - Annual Fundraiser
2015-09-22 18:30 - 20:00 UTC | WA

EveryBODY Knows
2015-08-10 10:00 - 2015-08-14 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
This camp focuses on healthy eating and exercise using fun and diverse sports, games, and activities to engage both body and mind. Outdoor activities will be interspersed with discussions and indoor activities about how the food that we consume affects our energy levels, the way our bodies perform, and our overall health.
Program fees cover AM snack, lunch and field trips.
All we ask is that participants bring a reusable water bottle and clothes for all weather.
Camp hours: Monday – Friday, 10:00am-4:00pm (extended care available)

D.I.Y. Girl!
2015-08-03 10:00 - 2015-08-07 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Come learn how to become a Do It Yourself Diva! Learn how to make a zine, tie-dye tees, wish bracelets, perfume, and more while empowering yourself with fun, creative skills. You’ll discover that you can make so many of your favorite products all on your own! Parents: Some of the ingredients used in craft projects may contain allergens.
Please notify You Grow Girl! of any allergies when registering for D.I.Y. Girl!
Program fees cover AM snack, lunch and field trips.
All we ask is that participants bring a reusable water bottle and clothes for all weather.
Camp hours: Monday – Friday, 10:00am-4:00pm (extended care available)

Animate Her
2015-07-27 10:00 - 2015-07-31 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Have you ever wondered how they make your favorite cartoon show or movie? In partnership with Reel Grrls you will get to learn how to do both! Use clay, paper, puppets and anything you can dream up to create your animated world! Here is your chance to show the world what Grrl Power looks like to you.

BeYOUitful
2015-07-13 10:00 - 2015-07-17 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
There is beauty all around us and within us. During this week long camp, participants will be learning how to define their own beauty and will dive deeper into the question, “I AM BEAUTIFUL BECAUSE _______.” All definitions will be complied together to form their very own dictionary of what beauty means to them as well as other girls in the community. Participants will be learning more about their beauty through open discussions, self reflection, and artistic expression.
Program fees cover AM snack, lunch and field trips.
All we ask is that participants bring a reusable water bottle and clothes for all weather.
Camp hours: Monday – Friday, 10:00am-4:00pm (extended care available)

MySelfie
2015-07-06 10:00 - 2015-07-10 16:00 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
We all know about selfies, the smartphone self-portrait. Taking inspiration from the great Frida Kahlo, we’re going to return to this original art form of self-expression by painting a self-created image. In this camp, we will explore how to engage in creativity in order to connect with yourself and your passions. At the end of the week, participants will have the opportunity to present their artwork in the MySelfie Empowered art show!
Program fees cover AM snack, lunch and field trips.
All we ask is that participants bring a reusable water bottle and clothes for all weather.
Camp hours: Monday – Friday, 10:00am-4:00pm (extended care available)

Seattle's Justice & Peace Mixer
2015-05-19 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | WA
“Creating opportunities for Seattle youth to achieve success in higher education and themselves”
Hosted by The Trayvon Martin Foundation

Girls' Night In
2015-05-15 18:15 - 22:30, 2015-04-17 18:15 - 22:30 UTC | You Grow Girl! (South), 2200 Rainier Ave S, Suite 201, Seattle, WA, 98144, United States
Not like our usual late night drop in, it’s our Girls’ Night In: Slumber Party edition. That’s right we lock the doors at 6:30pm and won’t open until 10:30pm or until your parent/guardian picks you up. From girl talk, movies, yummy snacks to a different arts & crafts activity each month you won’t be bored! You can even wear your favorite pajamas. So grab your girlfriends for the ultimate night in.
Space is limited to register early to make sure you don’t miss out on the fun!
Girls’ Night In is held on the 3rd Friday of each month
