NEWS
Small Changes, Big Impact
Recently, at Silver Lining Mentoring we’ve been talking a lot about data, when we collect it, how we collect it and what we’re going to do with it. Daniel, our Data Strategy Manager has been helping to connect staff in different departments to learn more about how we can use data ... Read More >
The F-Word
The F-Word At our Match Gala this May, Silver Lining Mentoring’s CEO, Colby Swettberg, got on stage and talked to our over 250 guests about “the f-word.” As the Director of Development and the person overseeing the event, I had a small heart attack. Luckily I recovered in t... Read More >
Winter Connections
Having a mentor/mentee relationship is both a binding and fulfilling bond for everyone involved. Being able to have that special someone with whom you can look forward to spending time, is one of the greatest feelings anyone can experience, especially foster youth. The holiday sea... Read More >
Pressing Pause
It’s the end of the year. Between all of the things you may have on your plate and the harsh realities of daily current events, take a moment for yourself. Whether or not the finish line is in sight, take that moment. On the NPR podcast, Code Switch, they round-out every episode w... Read More >
What it Means to Give Back
If you look up “to give” in the dictionary, you will find over twenty definitions for this simple phrase. They range from the expected, “make a present of” to, “provide by way of entertainment”. The phrase has so many meanings, yet oftentimes, I find myself limiting it to just one... Read More >
30 Reasons I am Thankful for Silver Lining Mentoring
In November, in honor of Thanksgiving, many people choose to engage in “30 Days of Thankfulness” on social media, posting one thing they are thankful for each day. In the spirit of this activity, I’d like to share a list of 30 reasons I am thankful to work at Silver Lining Mentori... Read More >
Voices of SLM: Know your Truth
Diversity and inclusion. The power of identity. Authentic storytelling. These themes were found throughout Hubspot’s Inbound 2017 event, held annually in Boston. While I’m a communications professional by trade, this educational opportunity offered so much more than a standard, th... Read More >
Voices of SLM: Why Pronouns Matter
Author: Evan Hubbard, Program Supervisor Gender Inclusive Pronouns in Email Signatures: One of the core tenets of our work at SLM is creating an environment that is affirming and welcoming for all members of our community. Since 2012, SLM has started every group we run by inviting... Read More >
Why I Ride!
Name: M. Scott Knox Where You Work: Brooke Charter Schools Connection to SLM: Board Member I believe that all young people deserve to have someone who champions and cheerleads for them. I was fortunate to have parents, an older sister, neighbors, and extended family who encourage... Read More >
Amid Budget Cuts, Boston Based Silver Lining Mentoring Level-Funded for FY2018
Boston – Silver Lining Mentoring was spared a 5% cut from their FY18 Mentoring Matching Grant award last month. Mass Mentoring Partnership (MMP), a statewide organization fueling the movement to expand empowering youth-adult relationships across Massachusetts, used private funds t... Read More >
Standing in Solidarity
Silver Lining Mentoring stands in solidarity with our allies in Charlottesville, VA. We are deeply saddened and outraged by the overt displays of racism and white supremacy that took place over the weekend. As a team, we are choosing to actively take a stand against violence, hat... Read More >
Why I Ride: Anne Bowie
Name: Anne Bowie Where You Work: Public Service Manager, WilmerHale Connection to SLM: I am proud to serve on the board of SLM, and have done so since 2013. The Rodman Ride is a tremendous opportunity to be in a community of riders on behalf of the community. The energy o... Read More >
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