Hope Givers

As a school leader, you may be dealing with many challenges. Take a moment to appreciate that you are trying your best, even if you have limited resources.

Check out these resources for educators to avoid burnout: https://bit.ly/48SryxS

Hope Givers has received 3 Southeast Emmy Award nominations! Congratulations to the whole Hope Givers team and all the Hope Givers across the world! See you in June!

Spreading joy, raising hope! ✨✌️
Last Saturday, we hosted our holiday fundraiser at GPB Studios in Atlanta, GA. It was a night filled with stories of hope, resilience and connectedness. Thank you so much to our donors, funders and supporters who made it such an incredible evening.

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🏆 HOPE GIVER OF THE YEAR 🏆

We are so honored to present 2023’s Hope Giver of the Year award to Adam “Coach K” Kowalczyk. Adam is a gifted educator in Augusta, GA who inspires his students every single day. He represents and upholds the values of what it truly means to be a Hope Giver.

Congratulations Adam!!! 🎉🎉🎉

Debunking 5 Spooky Myths About Mental Health this Halloween! 👻🧡

Hosted by Renier Cortes, PBS Hope Givers brings together five teenagers for an honest conversation about grief and loss this Saturday on WABE Atlanta PBS. Musical guest is . Special thanks to for being consulting producers on this episode.

Hope Givers brings together five teenagers for an honest conversation about grief and loss this Saturday on PBS. Musical guest is Monrovia.

👉 Witnessing changes in your teen’s behavior, and don’t know how to respond?
👉 Watching your teen obsess over social media, and worry about its impact on their wellbeing?
👉 Searching for guidance for a teen grappling with anxiety, stress or depression?

If you answered YES to one or more of the above, you need to check out the Parenting Teens in Uncertain Times Virtual Summit! This free, 6-day event features a dream team of 30+ experts in mindfulness, psychology, neuroscience, technology, and more to help parents like you. All this goodness starts November 1!

Check out the link in our bio to get access today!

👉 Witnessing changes in your teen’s behavior, and don’t know how to respond?
👉 Watching your teen obsess over social media, and worry about its impact on their wellbeing?
👉 Searching for guidance for a teen grappling with anxiety, stress or depression?

If you answered YES to one or more of the above, you need to check out the Parenting Teens in Uncertain Times Virtual Summit! This free, 6-day event features a dream team of 30+ experts in mindfulness, psychology, neuroscience, technology, and more to help parents like you. All this goodness starts November 1!

Check out the link in our bio to get access today!

2023 HOPE FILM CHALLENGE IS LIVE!

STUDENTS grades 6-12, this is your chance to showcase your innovative storytelling techniques for the chance to win $2,000 and highlight Hope and Resilience in your life 💜

Link in bio, scan the QR code, or head to hopegiversga.org for more info ✌️
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SEASON 2 PBS HOPE GIVERS airs Saturdays at 7 a.m. on WABE ATL. In this week's episode, Chatejah George, the world’s youngest Black female film studio owner, shares her personal experiences and highlights the importance of goal setting, managing obstacles, and never giving up on one's dreams. Musical guest is Zoe Bayani.

PBS this Saturday morning. Episode 3. Part 1: NBC's America’s Got Talent: All-Stars runner-up, Avery Dixon, shares his journey of managing his depression and dealing with bullies, finding the right trusted adult, resilience, and using his musical talent to heal himself and provide hope to others. The musical guest is Mon Rovia .

Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate and honor the diversity of Latin and Spanish culture around the world. We use this month (and beyond!) to spotlight the unique voices and experiences of Hispanic/Latino Americans and recognize their history, journeys, and achievements.
We had the opportunity to have the first Mexican-born woman in space, Kayta Echazarreta, appear on Season 2, Episode 3 of Hope Givers and share her incredible story! 🇲🇽✌️
Check it out here: https://www.gpb.org/education/hope-givers/season-2/how-to-be-an-astronaut

Watch PBS Hope Givers this Saturday 7am on WABE ATL. Episode 2, Part 2: Charleese Williams, the recipient of the 2021 Rising Black Scientist Award, discusses healthy coping strategies for dealing with her mental health challenges as well as leading the way for representation in STEM fields. With unwavering strength and resilience, Charleese empowers others to seek help and support. Episode themes include mental health advocacy, depression, goal setting, and self-care affirmations.

Episode 2 PBS HOPE GIVERS this Saturday, October 14th (7 a.m.) on WABE ATL PBS. In this Spanish-speaking episode, Katya Echazarreta, the first Mexican-born and youngest female astronaut shows the importance of gender equality, inclusion, and having a trusted adult as she manages her own mental health challenges in her incredible journey to space and beyond. Episode themes include anxiety, resilience, inclusion, and setting goals for career readiness. Musical guest is Alejandra.

SEASON 2 PBS HOPE GIVERS premieres this Saturday, October 7th, at 7 a.m. on WABE ATL. Part 2 of Episode 1: Amplifying Atlanta. Alexia Jones is proof that recovery is possible. Through her nonprofit R2ISE, Alexia leads her team and participants toward a powerful and inspiring future that brings hope and ignites a spark of change in the lives of those battling addiction and seeking recovery.

SEASON 2 PBS HOPE GIVERS premieres this Saturday, October 7th, at 7 a.m. on WABE ATL. Tyler Gordon, a 16-year-old painting prodigy, has painted for celebrities such as LeBron James, Janet Jackson, and Vice President Kamala Harris. Tyler admits that he struggles with bullying and mental health challenges but exhibits resilience through proper goal-setting and coping strategies. WABE

Mental Health Matters! Join Hope Givers founder Tamlin Hall and Award-winning educator Adam Kowalczyk for an in-depth conversation on mental health, the importance of being a mentor, and the upcoming second season of Hope Givers! ✌️

https://www.gpb.org/blogs/classroom-conversations/2023/08/22/episode-401-mental-health-matters-teachers-hope-givers

This past Monday, Hope Givers was featured on Good Morning America! Our Executive Director, Tamlin Hall, was invited on to GMA3: What You Need to Know to talk about all things Hope Givers. This was an amazing opportunity on a national platform to spread the word.

A massive thank you to the GMA3: What You Need To Know team, and our friends at Born This Way Foundation for continuing to support our mission.

Click the link below to watch!

Nonprofit promotes kindness in a unique way Tamlin Hall, founder of the Emmy Award-winning nonprofit Hope Givers, talks about the mission of his organization to help transform mental health, equity and kindness for all.

Meet Tyler Gordon, artist prodigy, author, & anti-bullying advocate. Tyler went viral with his freehand portrait of Vice President-elect Kamala Harris and has created works of art for an array of influencers and celebrities. Tyler’s mission is to help kids get over bullying and to help them find their voice. Stay tuned for more as season 2 of Hope Givers is in production ✌️ photos by Josh Weichman

Yesterday, Hope Givers Live made a stop to Alcovy High School ✌️

Behind the scenes of our 2nd day of filming our original Emmy Award winning series, Hope Givers. On this episode, we highlight the story of Avery Dixon, saxophone extraordinaire. Born at only 1lb 8oz with many complications, Avery has overcame every obstacle & found solace in his instrument. Stay tuned for season 2 for a deeper look into his story. ✌️

Yesterday, we did a Hope Givers LIVE! Event at Calhoun Middle-High School in Edison, Georgia. We spoke to the entire student body about; mental health and mental wellness, su***de prevention, resiliency, goal setting, and more! We also allowed the students to celebrate a teacher that has showed them hope & kindness. Calhoun Middle-High school, we had a great time! Shouts out to our partners United Way of Southwest Georgia

This past weekend, Hope Givers traveled to Washington D.C. to attend the LEAD Spark convention held by the NASSP. We got to meet students, educators and administrators from all over the world committed to uplifting student voices. We heard stories from students about their trusted adults making a difference in their community. Hope Givers had an exhibit table where we streamed the Emmy award-winning first season of our series, gave away merch, and spread the Hope Givers message.

Season 2 is officially in production! We hope that you are just as excited as we are! These are REAL people with REAL stories of hope, love, resiliency, courage, & determination. Get ready, because this is going to be awesome! ✌️photos by: Josh Weichman

Hope Givers season 2 is officially in production! Getting our gear ready as we prepare to change the world! ✌️