How Our Odds-Changers Are Raising the Bar
Desert Hot Springs High School Students Dazzle at Fashion Week El Paseo
Desert Hot Springs High School (DHSHS) Fashion II class students brought their creativity to life at Fashion Week El Paseo in Palm Desert. In partnership with Think Together, these fashion class students showcased their creations at one of the largest fashion events on the West Coast with the theme Magical Fairy Garden.
The DHSHS fashion class students collaborated with Think Together fashion club students at Raymond Cree Middle School to create matching jewelry pieces for the designs.
Together, these students exhibited their creativity and teamwork, blending fashion and innovation to bring a cohesive look to life on the runway.
Thank you to The Desert Sun for highlighting the event’s magic!
The National Afterschool Association (NAA) Honored Alexis Rivas as 2025 Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders
Family and Community Engagement Coordinator Alexis Rivas has received the prestigious honor of being named a 2025 NAA Next Generation of Afterschool Leaders. This recognition is awarded to emerging leaders in the out-of-school time field who have demonstrated a strong commitment to professional development and a dedication to advancing their work as afterschool professionals.
Alexis’ impactful work has equipped Think Together students and families with the essential resources needed to thrive. Much appreciation to Inland Empire Community News for featuring this momentous event.
Congratulations, Alexis!
Speaking Up for Afterschool Programs at the 2025 California Afterschool and Summer Challenge
The Family and Community Engagement (FACE) department at Think Together used their voices to advocate for the importance of out-of-school time programs at the 2025 California Afterschool and Summer Challenge in Sacramento.
FACE team members Joel Salazar, Alexis Rivas and Sara Orellana acted as team leaders at the event, providing guidance for afterschool and school-age care professionals. The team also joined in to rally for the value of afterschool programs and met with leaders like Senator Susan Rubio, Senator Sabrina Cervantes, and Assemblymember Robert Garcia.
Read more about how the FACE team made an impact here.
Think Together recognized at the Los Angeles Business Journal (LABJ) Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards 2025
Think Together is proud to announce our partner, AT&T, has been named a nominee at the 2025 LABJ Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards for their transformative work with the online platform, The Achievery. This platform has enhanced digital learning experiences across 175 schools throughout Los Angeles County by equipping students with essential academic and life skills.
Vice President of Talent Acquisition and Organizational Development Holly Perry was also recognized as a 2025 LABJ Nonprofit and Corporate Citizenship Awards nominee. Holly’s leadership has been instrumental in expanding and enhancing Think Together’s programs within Los Angeles County and beyond, creating a culture of innovation that directly benefits the students and communities served.
Congratulations to Holly and AT&T!
Orange County Business Journal Features Think Together in the 2025 Giving Guide
Think Together is thrilled to be among the list of over 77 nonprofits in Orange County dedicated to improving our community. The 2025 Giving Guide, created by the Orange County Business Journal, offers a look into the generous work being done by organizations that are creating change and strengthening our community through kindness.
Thank you, Orange County Business Journal!
TD Bank Gives Voice to Think Together’s Mission
In Coachella Valley, I had the privilege of sharing Think Together’s mission with a crowd of 800 top wealth managers at TD Bank. This year’s theme, “Working Together in a Divided World,” resonated greatly with our own goals of partnership, innovation, and excellence.
A big thank you to TD Bank for giving us a platform to share our story, and for their generous $20,000 donation to help us continue supporting students and their futures.
