I have volunteered with 916 Ink for going on three years and am also a proud donor. As a writer myself, I am honored to be part of an organization that has helped thousands of young people find their "voice" and become published authors, an accomplishment that is empowering beyond belief and that opens many doors in terms of their future educational, personal and professional accomplishments. The Friday mornings that I get to spend around the table writing and sharing with these inspired and inspiring authors is the highlight of my week, showing me time and time again the power of a safe, nurturing environment to unleash the talent and creative potential within all of us. I have also been so impressed by the caliber, heart and commitment of the teachers and staff that work so hard to deliver the 916 Ink mission and vision.
I am proud to be a 916Ink volunteer. One of my most cherished parts about this organization is that they offer students creative autonomy over their work, which unleashes some of the most touching and vibrant pieces of written work that I have had the pleasure to read. Students are empowered and given "poetic license" (these are also given out at community events, so be sure to snag yours!) to be creative without boundary, which inspires life-long readers and writers and improving the Sacramento-region literacy rate.
One of my favorite nonprofits in Sacramento! Not only do I volunteer here, but I donate and try to promote it as often as I can. A nonprofit that believes that story-telling and writing is crucial in the lives of children--which it is. Cannot say enough good things about 916 Ink, except to encourage you to pick up one of their books and get lost in the world of good writing!