Empowering Teens to Rise Above Life’s Challenges!

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Swimming Upstream is a transformative mentoring program designed to help middle school & high school students navigate the rough waters of teen life through engaging workshops, life skills training, and personal growth opportunities. Led by dedicated volunteer mentors and community partners, the program provides the support and inspiration teens need to thrive.

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Building a Brighter Future
Since its launch 15 years ago, 100% of program participants have graduated high school!

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Breaking Barriers, Changing Lives
Join us in lifting teens above social justice and racial equity barriers to help break the multi-generational cycle of poverty. Through a series of four dynamic sessions—each running a minimum of two hours—students gain essential knowledge in:

 

• Mental wellness

• Healthy relationship

• Financial literacy

• Future goal-setting

 

Each student is paired with a mentor, ensuring personalized guidance in a supportive and uplifting environment.

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Make a Difference Today!
Monica Ball – Board President
monica@upliftsandiego.org | 619-708-3512

 

Ready to Enroll?
A parent or guardian must complete a registration packet for each participating student.

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Together, let’s uplift and empower the next generation!