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Help us launch in three schools
We’re fully funding the Thrive Quest program for 90 students across three partner schools at no cost to schools. Your sponsorship makes it happen.
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The Thrive Quest Pilot Program
A fully funded pilot for three schools
iThrives is launching the Thrive Quest pilot program in three partner schools, with priority given to local schools and those serving underserved communities. Each school will participate in a 6 Month program, designed to help students build resilience, emotional awareness, and confidence through structured, engaging experiences. This pilot is intentionally limited to ensure a high-quality, fully supported experience for students and schools.
What This Pilot Includes
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3 partner schools
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6 Month program
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Approximately 30 students per school
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Guided sessions combining movement, reflection, and teamwork
Why This Pilot Matters
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Deliver the program in real school environments -
Gather meaningful data and insights
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Refine and strengthen the program model
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Prepare for future expansion
What Your Sponsorship Funds
A complete, fully supported program for each school
Your sponsorship helps provide the resources needed to deliver a high-quality Thrive Quest experience for students and schools. Each contribution supports:
Program Delivery
Trained facilitators and structured sessions that guide students through the Thrive Quest experience.
Student Experiences
Engaging activities that build resilience, emotional awareness, confidence, and teamwork.
Educator Collaboration
Partnership with teachers and school leaders to ensure the program aligns with student needs.
Materials & Resources
Program materials and tools that support learning both during and beyond sessions.
Evaluation & Data
Measurement and insights that help understand impact and improve the program.
School Impact
$25,000
Funds one complete school for the full 16-week program, all sessions, materials, and evaluation.
Community Partner
$10,000
Covers program delivery and facilitator costs for one school across the pilot.
Program Supporter
$5,000
Funds student materials, activities, and evaluation tools across all three schools.
Custom Gift
$1,000
Every contribution expands access for students and schools that need it most.
Thrive Quest
Rise Beyond. Thrive Within
Thrive Quest is iThrives’ flagship youth program designed for children ages 6–11. Through movement-based learning, storytelling, reflection, and teamwork, students develop:
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Resilience -
Emotional awareness
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Focus and confidence
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Positive relationships
These experiences help students build emotional skills that support both learning and personal growth.
Bring Thrive Quest to Your School
Empower Student Confidence & Resilience
Thrive Quest is designed to work in partnership with schools and community organizations. We collaborate with educators to deliver programs that fit the needs of each school and support students in meaningful, practical ways.
Programs can be implemented through:
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School partnership pilots
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After-school programs
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Community-based initiatives
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PERMA well-being framework
Why It Works
Not Just SEL. A Complete System
Most programs simply teach skills. Thrive Quest goes deeper. We teach children how their minds work and give them the driver’s seat to manage it.
Science-Based Approach
Our evidence-based approach bridges the gap between the brain and behavior. Students learn:
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How thoughts shape emotions (reducing anxiety)
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How to pause and regulate reactions
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How to build habits that support long-term success
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How to shift from “I can’t” to “I can learn”
Whole-Child Development
Growth isn’t one-dimensional. We develop the four essential corners of a child’s life:
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Cognitive Sharpening focus, memory, and goal-setting.
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Emotional Building self-awareness and the ability to navigate big feelings.
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Behavioral Cultivating self-control and positive daily habits.
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Social Developing the empathy and communication needed for healthy relationships.
Transparency
We take your trust seriously
iThrives is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizationYour support goes directly toward expanding early, prevention-first support for children—through programs, resources, and systems designed to reach more communities over time. We are committed to using every contribution responsibly, with a focus on real impact, thoughtful growth, and long-term sustainability.
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Impact-focused: Funding programs, tools, and access that directly support children
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Responsible growth: Building systems that scale support without losing quality
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Accountability: Committed to transparency in how funds are used and impact is delivered
FAQ
Everything You Need to Know Before You Give
We want you to feel confident and informed when you give. Here are answers to common questions about how your donation works and the impact it makes.
Yes. All donations are processed through a secure platform to ensure your information is protected.
Your gift supports early, prevention-first programs, resources, and tools that help children build emotional strength, confidence, and resilience.
Yes. Monthly giving helps provide consistent, ongoing support and allows us to reach more children over time.
iThrives is a registered nonprofit. Donations may be tax-deductible depending on your location. You will receive a receipt for your records.
Yes. You can make a gift in honor or memory of someone and, if you choose, we can notify them or their family.
- Yes. You can update or cancel your recurring donation at any time.
Yes, you can choose to bring our flagship pilot program to a specific Maryland school.
Your sponsorship covers the full cost of training, materials, and facilitation, ensuring no burden is placed on the school's budget.
Yes, our signature program integrates five evidence-based frameworks: Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), Executive Function, Growth Mindset, Grit, and PERMA (Positive Psychology).
The curriculum is designed to be child-centered and uses movement, storytelling, and play to teach complex resilience skills.
- We use rigorous, industry-standard tools like the NIH Toolbox to measure executive function.
- We track social-emotional progress using SELweb and gather consistent feedback from children, parents, and educators.
The children are ready. Are you with us?
Thrive Quest gives students the emotional tools, resilience, and confidence to face whatever comes next. Your support — as a sponsor or a partner school, makes that possible.