What We Do

Mentorship, a supportive environment designed for girls, and proven programs help prepare girls to lead confident, independent lives.

2019 Girls Dig It Program Group Photo

Our Mission

Our Mission

Girls Inc. inspires all girls to be strong, smart, and bold.

Our Vision

Powerful girls in an equitable society.

Our Values

Recognize and support the strength in every girl.

Respect the dignity of each human being and demonstrate genuine care and concern for the well-being of others.

Celebrate diversity, foster inclusion, and ensure access to opportunities for all.

Drive for results anchored in integrity and accountability.

Collaborate for impact.

Our Difference

Through the Girls Inc. Experience, our professionally trained staff and volunteers provide mentorships, supportive spaces and programming designed to meet the needs of girls as they grow and thrive.

We create supportive environments where girls are encouraged to take risks, learn from experiences, and grow.

Girls Inc. NSV employee and girls
Hands on Approach
Hands on Approach
We create an environment designed for girls, where they are supported in being their authentic selves.
Girls Inc. NSV After-School Participants
Evidence-Based
Evidence-Based
The Girls Inc. Experience has positive and lasting effects for the girls who participate.
Two Girls Inc. NSV volunteers from 2018
Comprehensive
Comprehensive
Girls are equipped with the skills to effect positive changes in their lives and to become leaders who will change the world.

Support & Education

Girls Inc. works alongside girls to support their voices and help them build the confidence to take action in their communities and lives

Together, we focus on supporting girls in our community who may have less access to certain educational, social, and financial resources.

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Heather Kelnhofer and attendee at the 2024 Girls Inc. NSV Bingo Night

What Girls Learn

Girls build the knowledge, skills, and confidence to push for positive change in their lives and their communities.

icon-heart shape Strong & Healthy
85 %
Of girls say they would know what to do if they were feeling sad, stressed, or depressed.
Former Executive Director, Kate O-Rorke, and four Girls Inc. participants
Former Executive Director, Kate O-Rorke, and four Girls Inc. participants
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Former Executive Director, Kate O-Rorke, and four Girls Inc. participants
icon-star shape Smart & Educated
79 %
Of girls are confident they will graduate college.
Girls Inc. girl completing independent study homework
Girls Inc. girl completing independent study homework
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Girls Inc. girl completing independent study homework
icon-sun shape Bold & Independent
98 %
Of girls believe it's important to listen to other people's ideas and feelings.
Girls Inc. participant holding up her clay activity
Girls Inc. participant holding up her clay activity
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Girls Inc. participant holding up her clay activity

 

* National statistics are based on the 2024 Girls Inc. Strong, Smart, and Bold Outcomes Survey.

Girls Inc. In Schools

Empowering girls begins within the walls of your school. At Girls Inc., we’re committed to supporting girls’ growth, confidence, and aspirations through our tailored programs. Girls Inc. of the Northern Sacramento Valley is a partner of Manzanita Elementary (3rd-5th grade), Bella Vista Elementary (5th grade), Pacheco Elementary (5th grade), Turtle Bay Elementary (6th grade), Pacheco Junior High (6th-8th grade), Anderson Middle School (6th-8th grade), Parson’s Junior High (6th-8th grade), Sequoia Middle School (6th-8th grade), and Bella Vista Middle School (6th-8th grade). If you are interested in joining our program, please contact your school representative and complete the school application below! If your school is an active partner of Girls Inc., our dedicated team will promptly reach out to schedule a meeting with your school administration or parent association.

In an effort to better meet the evolving needs of our participants, Girls Inc. of the Northern Sacramento Valley has transitioned from our former 6-week and 8-week program sessions to a more dynamic and holistic Strong, Smart, & Bold – Together. This revamped structure is designed to provide an in-depth, continuous learning experience that nurtures the personal growth, leadership skills, and well-being of each participant.

 

School Application