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A Letter from 6th Grader Cataleyah
June 3, 2026 My name is Cataleyah, and I’m headed to 6th grade. I’ve been coming to Girls Inc. of Alameda County’s summer camp at Concordia Park since I was in kindergarten, and I want to tell you why this program means so much to me. When I first came to Concordia Park, I was really shy and quiet because I didn’t know anybody. On my very first day, I got paired up with another girl named Gia for a “pair and share” activity. She was nice to me, and that’s when I knew she was
4 days ago
Bilingual Program Leader
About Us Girls Inc. of Alameda County’s mission is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Since our founding in 1958, our programs have supported the unique needs of girls. In the 1990s, we began to design and deliver programs focusing on girls within San Francisco Bay Area communities that have the least access to opportunity. Through a transitional kindergarten through early career Program Continuum, we empower youth by equipping them with the resources, skills
May 26
Celebrating Our 2026 Scholarship Recipients
May 14th, 2026 We are proud to celebrate an inspiring group of young leaders from our College Access Now! (CAN!) Program who have earned prestigious scholarships in recognition of both their academic achievements and the powerful personal stories reflected in each of their applications. Please join us in congratulating Violet, recipient of the Kristi Yamaguchi Scholarship, a $10,000 award through Girls Inc. of Alameda County, supporting her continued educational journey. We a
May 26
KTVU FOX2 - Girls Inc. of Alameda County's Annual College Shower
May 24th, 2026 CEO, Julayne Virgil, and graduating participant, Amira, joined KTVU to talk about the impact of Girls Inc. of Alameda County, our annual College Shower, and our College Access Now! (CAN!) Program. In the interview, Amira shared how we have helped shape her confidence and support her journey toward higher education. This fall, she will attend California Polytechnic State University, and we couldn’t be more proud! ❤️ For 12 consecutive years, 100% of our graduati
May 24
Celebrating 31 Graduating Seniors at Our Annual College Shower
May 20th, 2026 We celebrated 31 graduating seniors at our annual College Shower — a joyful tradition recognizing participants in our College Access Now! (CAN!) Program as they prepare for their next chapter after high school. The College Shower serves as both a celebration and a community sendoff. Seniors gathered alongside their families, mentors, staff, and supporters to reflect on their journeys and celebrate all that lies ahead. Each participant received a backpack filled
May 20
Education Apprenticeship
About Us Girls Inc. of Alameda County’s mission is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Since our founding in 1958, our programs have supported the unique needs of girls. In the 1990s, we began to design and deliver programs focusing on girls within San Francisco Bay Area communities that have the least access to opportunity. Through a transitional kindergarten through early career Program Continuum, we empower youth by equipping them with the resources, skills
May 15
Second Cohort of Expanded Learning Apprentices Celebrates Graduation
May 14th, 2026 Join us in congratulating our second cohort of Expanded Learning Apprentices on their recent graduation! Graduates earned Certificates of Proficiency in Education: School Readiness, while several Apprentices also completed additional milestones including - Certificates of Proficiency in Education: Teacher’s Aide and Associate Degrees in Child Development and Teacher Preparation. As the first-of-its-kind program in California’s Expanded Learning and Afterschool
May 14
Elementary Lead Site Program Coordinator
About Us Girls Inc. of Alameda County’s mission is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Since our founding in 1958, our programs have supported the unique needs of girls. In the 1990s, we began to design and deliver programs focusing on girls within San Francisco Bay Area communities that have the least access to opportunity. Through a transitional kindergarten through early career Program Continuum, we empower youth by equipping them with the resources, skills
May 8
2026 Strong, Smart & Bold Gala
April 30th, 2026 At our 2026 Strong, Smart & Bold Gala, our community came together to raise $742,187 in support of girls across Alameda County—including $253,100 raised in the room, more than doubling the evening's $125,000 match. These funds represent expanded opportunities, stronger support systems, and brighter futures for the 1,600+ girls and young women we serve each year. Our CEO, Julayne Virgil, reminded us what it means to invest in girls not just in a moment, but ac
May 8
Program Leader for Youth Advocacy & Health
About Us Girls Inc. of Alameda County’s mission is to inspire all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Since our founding in 1958, our programs have supported the unique needs of girls. In the 1990s, we began to design and deliver programs focusing on girls within San Francisco Bay Area communities that have the least access to opportunity. Through a transitional kindergarten through early career Program Continuum, we empower youth by equipping them with the resources, skills
Apr 17
Game-Changing Lessons with Valkyries Players Kate Martin and Kaitlyn Chen
We were thrilled to welcome Kate Martin and Kaitlyn Chen of the WNBA’s Golden State Valkyries to our downtown Oakland headquarters for a special afternoon with our girls. From a hands-on nutritious cooking activity with middle schoolers to an open and inspiring Q&A with middle and high school students, Kate and Kaitlyn shared powerful insights on confidence, resilience, and what it takes to succeed—on and off the court. The visit kicked off with a hands-on nutritious cooking
Apr 8
Introducing our 2026 Strong, Smart & Bold Gala Honorees
We are proud to announce this year’s 2026 Strong, Smart & Bold Gala Honorees—Ay’Anna Moody, Executive Director of the Golden State Community Foundation, and Jess Smith, President of the Golden State Valkyries—two extraordinary leaders whose work across philanthropy and professional sports is shaping opportunity for girls and young women across the Bay Area. Ay’Anna Moody has been a champion of Girls Inc. of Alameda County, helping strengthen the organization’s partnership wi
Apr 8
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