The SPARK Initiative, Inc

Have you listened to this weeks' podcast episode yet? In this episode, Brooke and Lynne share valuable lessons learned from navigating the storm, highlighting resilience, adaptability, and the power of accepting “what is”. They discuss the importance of prioritizing safety, reimagining event strategies, and finding hope in uncertain times. Tune in to hear the story of how the SPARK Team was challenged to live by the theme of their own event. We can't wait to see how this all works out, when it inevitably does "work out". Even if it looks different than we anticipated. To listen, find us on Apple Podcasts or click the link below! https://lnkd.in/eScbkEs4

WE'RE BACK with new episodes of the #FindYourSPARK Podcast! Join host Brooke Wheeldon-Reece and guest Lynne Robertson in this special episode of the Find Your Spark podcast as they reflect on the unexpected challenges brought by Hurricane Milton. In a year marked by unprecedented planning, the SPARK team faced the heart-wrenching decision to postpone their biggest events in a decade. In this episode, Brooke and Lynne share valuable lessons learned from navigating the storm, highlighting resilience, adaptability, and the power of accepting “what is”. They discuss the importance of prioritizing safety, reimagining event strategies, and finding hope in uncertain times. Tune in and discover how to turn setbacks into opportunities for growth! To listen, find us on Apple Podcasts or click the link below! https://lnkd.in/eScbkEs4

The SPARK Curriculum offers various professional development options for educators and mentors such as: Live Virtual Training and On-Site Training. Our next LIVE Virtual Implementation Training is scheduled for January 14-15, 2025. Schedule a call with Stephanie to learn more! https://rebrand.ly/h9thmh3

Curious about SPARK Mentoring Programs and want to bring it to your school or community? Book a consultation with our Director of Education & Partnerships, Stephanie Fox! She will help you find the best way to bring SPARK to your students. Reach out at stephanief@thesparkinitiative.com or click the booking link below. https://rebrand.ly/jqmdu7j

Did you know that our evidence-based programs are proven to increase communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills? Interested how to bring Spark Mentoring Programs to your school or organization? Book a call with Stephanie to learn more! https://rebrand.ly/uqg72jr

Join us in wishing our Director of Education & Partnerships, Stephanie, a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Thank you for all that you do at SPARK! We hope you have an amazing day!

SPARK's Insight to Well-Being Program was designed to help transform the lives of adults involved in the criminal justice system by pointing them to their innate resilience and well-being. "I have learned in this class that mental static noise has held me back from my true potential. I am teaching myself, because of this class, not to let those negative thoughts make me. I am uncovering new character traits and an inner peace that I had once believed was unattainable. I am eternally grateful. Thank you. My Spark is alive!" - Insight to Well-Being participant at Falkenburg Road Jail . . . #FindYourSPARK #Resilience #UnlimitedPotential #HillsboroughCounty #HCSO #InsightToWellBeing #TheSPARKInitiative #TampaBayNonProfits #NonProfitOrganization #WellBeing #MentalHealth #CommunityEngagement

As we work to reschedule the National Wellbeing & Resilience Conference, we want to highlight our amazing exhibit booth sponsors. The support of these incredible organizations has helped to bring the NWRC to life, and they deserve endless recognition. Thank you & we can't wait for the opportunity to come together and inspire at a later date. Stay tuned!

It's been 11 days since Hurricane Milton made landfall near our community, so we wanted to update our SPARK family and followers. Other than power outages and debris, we are all incredibly lucky to be safe and left without significant storm damage. However, many in our community were not as lucky. Hurricane Milton presented historic weather and damage to the Tampa Bay community, and it will take time to rebuild and recover. If you are in a position to donate to disaster relief efforts, we will link some below. Thank you for all of the well wishes during the ups and downs of the past two weeks. We are so grateful to be safe and back doing what we love here at The Spark Initiative. Love, The SPARK Team Relief Efforts can be found here: https://rebrand.ly/84ckcqc https://rebrand.ly/dgvss07 https://rebrand.ly/8gxi5nl https://rebrand.ly/dvvd0w2

As Hurricane Milton approaches the Tampa Bay area, we want to encourage our community to prepare. If you are in an evacuation zone, seek a safe place to ride this out. Stock up on water and canned goods, fill your car with gas. Lend a hand to neighbors, friends and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with our community, and the safety of all of you. Be prepared and stay safe! Love, The SPARK Team