Sisters of Nia Newsletter Summer Edition

Sisters of Nia Newsletter

Summer Edition - 2024

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Message from the Executive Director

Now Enrolling!

Are you interested in enrolling your daughter in the program? Or do you know someone who has a 6th or 7th grade daughter? Sisters of Nia is now enrolling 6th grade girls for both the Sacramento and Elk Grove meeting locations AND 7th grade girls for the Elk Grove meeting location. Enrollment for our monthly program is now open for incoming 6th grade girls. Spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.

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10th Annual Rites of Passage Celebration

Sisters of Nia proudly held our 10th Annual Rites of Passage Celebration in June. This event marks the completion of a transformative 3-year journey for nine amazing girls. To participate in the celebration and be considered Sisters of Nia alumnae, each participant successfully completed eight required rites of passage tasks. During the celebration, the girls eloquently shared how the ATL Black History/HBCU tour and the overall program positively impacted their lives. Parents also expressed heartfelt adoration and pride for their daughters, honoring their growth and achievements.

3rd Annual Scholarship Awards Reception

In June, Sisters of Nia proudly hosted our 3rd Annual Scholarship Awards Reception at the Dante Event Center. Thirty-seven (37) outstanding young women were awarded a total of $22,500 in scholarships. The event, attended by over 150 people, featured a song and keynote address by two Nia alumnae, along with inspiring spoken word performances by a Camp Nia alumna and a Nia facilitator.

We are deeply grateful to our sponsors: SMUD, Golden 1 Credit Union, and Kaiser Permanente, as well as to our in-kind raffle donors: RC Willey, ACE Hardware Elk Grove, and the Sacramento Kings.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated to our scholarship fund. It is our pleasure and honor to support these young women in pursuing education beyond their high school diplomas.

Camp Nia

Camp Nia is our two-week, full-day program for girls ages 11-14, complete with lunch and snacks. Rooted in Afrocentric principles, the camp cultivates self-esteem, self-confidence, self-control, self-expression, cultural awareness, and mindfulness through the performing arts. Participants choose two of four classes - vocals, dance, drama, and stage design - led by seasoned professionals in their respective fields. The two-week camp is focused on preparing for a culminating performance for the community.

Our Atlanta Trip

We are thrilled to share the highlights of our Annual Atlanta Trip with you! This journey is a cornerstone of the Sisters of Nia program, providing our young women with invaluable experiences and connections to their cultural heritage.

We invite you to watch our video below and see the transformative impact of this trip. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our past and future sponsors for making this life-changing experience possible. Your support empowers our young ladies to dream big and achieve their fullest potential.

If you would like to contribute to the 2025 Atlanta Trip, please consider making a donation. Your generosity ensures that we can continue to offer these enriching opportunities.

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Amazon Wish List

Support our 2024-2025 Sisters of Nia year by donating through our Amazon Wish List! Your generous donations of supplies will help ensure that our facilitators have the resources they need to successfully deliver the monthly lessons to our girls. Every item makes a difference and helps Sisters of Nia greatly. Thank you in advance for your support!

Ways To Support Sisters of Nia

Support Us

Support our mission at Sisters of Nia! Your donations help empower young women through our mentorship, education, and leadership programs. Every contribution makes a difference. Donate today and be a part of their success!

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Shades of Color Fundraiser

Sisters of Nia has partnered with Shades of Color, an online store, to fundraise for our organization. Shades of Color sells calendars, journals, planners, home decor, table & kitchenware, and numerous other items all catered to the African-American community.

All purchases must be made through our Sisters of Nia -

Shades of Color Site

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Nia Swag Shop!

The demand has been high for us to have our Nia branded items for sale to the community and the day has finally come! Introducing our Nia Swag Shop where you can purchase Nia branded hoodies, t-shirts, hot/cold tumblers and more! All proceeds support our programs for our girls.

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Are you a California State Employee?

If yes, you can support us by donating via Our Promise directly through your payroll through United Way's Our Promise campaign.

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