THANK YOU!
Because of you, ZGiRLS across the country spent this spring learning to speak up, face challenges, and celebrate who they are.
From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for showing up for them.
Scroll for Spring 2025 highlights.
You encouraged, inspired, and supported a total of: 195 ZGiRLS
SCHOLARSHIP
ETHNICITY
16 STATES
AGE
Each week, we asked ZGiRLS what they learned about themselves:
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Phylicia George - Track & Bobsleigh Olympian
“I can do a lot of challenging things with practice and telling myself whenever I am down that I can’t do it YET!” - Eily, age 11
“When I say I can’t do something, that’s not true - with time and practice you can be a master at it” - Meliah, age 14
“Everyone has challenges and struggles and that it's important to just keep pushing.” - Brooke, age 14
“Being hard on yourself is easy but being kind to yourself is worth it.” - Maya, age 12
“If I am a YET QUEEN I can have a better growth mindset and have improved thoughts feelings and actions.” - Addie, age 12
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Julia Cawthra, Ph.D., CMPC - Olympic Sport Psychologist
“I am amazing and I should advocate for myself.” - Tenayas, age 12
“I can change my mindset and do anything if I put my mind to it.” - Sonia, age 12
“I am beautiful no matter what.” - Lucciana, age 14
“We don't always have to be perfect, and what other people think doesn't define us.” - Ruby, age 14
“I don't have to be perfect to be accepted by myself or others.” - Kourtney, age 12
“Perfection is an illusion!” - Evie, age 12
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Bianca Mouton - Pro Football Player
“It's okay to be scared, but I need to keep pushing through my fears because it's for the better.” - Brooke, age 14
“Being brave is something that I can do!” - Evie, age 12
“You learn from your mistakes. Never give up, and learn from what you do try. Do you best!” - Adelyn, age 11
“I don't need to feel like I am alone.” - Mia, age 12
“I can do ANYTHING, even if I am afraid.” - Mili, age 14
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Sophia Foresta - Pro BMX Rider
“I can advocate for myself and I think that I am a great person!” - Ayanna, age 11
“I am proud of who I am, and believe that I am a leader.” - Isis, age 13
“I can accomplish things, and I don't have to wait for others to understand me. I can make others understand by communicating.” - Helen, age 12
“Different emotions really have such control on people, but when YOU are in control, you get to choose how you react to them.” - Valeria, age 13
Because you empowered them, ZGiRLS are now inspiring others
At the end of the program we asked ZGiRLS, “What advice would you give someone else to help them step into their confidence?”
“You can do anything you set your mind to, and don’t ever give up and never let other people bring you down! You are perfect just as you are.” - Emily, Age 13
“Trust yourself, you are amazing” - Brooklyn, Age 13
“If you can't do it now, do it TOMORROW. You can't do it... YET!” - Avery, Age 12
“You may feel like you dont matter and that no one cares about you, but the truth is someone out there somewhere, someone loves you and they admire you! You are worth it and we all love you here” - Fatema, age 14
“Never give up. Failing isn’t a bad thing, it is a boost of courage. Keep trying!” - Mili, Age 14
“Your feelings are valid and you have to be brave not fearless.” - Isabella, age 13
Eager to keep making an impact? We’d love you to join us again.
FALL 2025
October 7, 5:00-6:00 pm PT (8:00-9:00 pm ET)
Oct. 14, 5:00-6:00 pm PT (8:00-9:00 pm ET)
Oct. 21, 5:00-6:00 pm PT (8:00-9:00 pm ET)
Oct. 28, 5:00-6:00 pm PT (8:00-9:00 pm ET)
WINTER 2026 (Tuesdays)
February 3, 5:00-6:00 pm PT (8:00-9:00 pm ET)
Feb. 10, 5:00-6:00 pm PT (8:00-9:00 pm ET)
Feb. 17, 5:00-6:00 pm PT (8:00-9:00 pm ET)
Feb. 24, 5:00-6:00 pm PT (8:00-9:00 pm ET)
WINTER 2026 (Thursdays)
February 5, 3:30-4:30 pm PT (6:30-7:30 pm ET)
Feb. 12, 3:30-4:30 pm PT (6:30-7:30 pm ET)
Feb. 19, 3:30-4:30 pm PT (6:30-7:30 pm ET)
Feb. 26, 3:30-4:30 pm PT (6:30-7:30 pm ET)
