Invest In U
At Invest in U, we empower LASC students to reach their full potential by providing hassle-free grants, mentoring, and building community.
We believe that by investing in ourselves, we invest in a promising future.
03/21/2022
11/03/2021
Happy almost Birthday to our founder, Elynar Moreno!
Elynar has dedicated her career to helping students succeed, stay motivated and feel supported while navigating their education. It’s only fitting that she leads Invest In U into a path of serving students and nurturing their success.
Your donation for this online event will help LASC students in Los Angeles, CA. Previous donations have helped LASC Students with utility bills, laptops, tuition and other necessities for students to thrive!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/invest-in-u-fundraiser-a-solar-return-celebration-tickets-202123405547
05/11/2021
Tonight we’re talking about self love with Elynar Moreno, Founder & Executive Director of Invest In U ✨ on IG!
Follow at www.instagram.com/lailaniafrica for updates.
12/31/2020
What are you good at? What do you do well? What are your strengths?
Ikigai asks what you’re good at to assist in identifying what your strengths are. Recognizing and utilizing your strengths, along with the other components, advances you a step closer to the realization of your purpose.
12/30/2020
Happy Holidays from Invest in you!
The Invest In U team wants to give HUGE thanks to all who have supported us thus far in our journey. We’re just getting started and can’t wait to expand what we have to offer.
From Invest In U to you, we wish you a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year!
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12/29/2020
This week we’ll explore the third component of the Ikigai.
Ikigai asks what you’re good at to assist in identifying what your strengths are. Recognizing and utilizing your strengths, along with the other components, advances you a step closer to the realization of your purpose.
Invest In U believes all students inherently possess strengths within themselves to achieve their goals and we encourage students to focus on their strengths rather than their perceived weaknesses when facing challenges.
What are your strengths? What are you good at? Tell us in the comments below.
12/24/2020
Happy Holidays from the Invest in U Team!!! ❄️☃️❄️
How are you spending your holidays? Let us know in the comments below!
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Say hello 🙋🏽♀️🙋🏾🙋🏿♂️ to our Operations Manager, Vanquisha Jackson! In her video, she explains who she is as an individual and why she’s a part of our team.
We feel it’s important for you to know us, not only as members of Invest In U, but as the people we are outside of it too. We’re juggling work/school/family/side projects/etc. while also taking the steps necessary to uplift the people who look just like us.
To learn more about Vanquisha and the rest of the team, visit our website. (Link in bio).
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12/22/2020
To continue with the Ikigai theme from last week, we now turn our focus towards the vision of Invest In U.
Our vision was driven by each member of Invest In U who play an essential that is determined by individual strengths. Together we bring our vision to life!
Find out what our vision is in the slides above ⬆️⬆️⬆️
Visit our website (link in bio) for more information!
What are you good at? Tell us in the comments below!
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12/18/2020
This week we explore a second component of the Ikigai.
Ikigai asks what does the world need as a form of self-reflection! What can you contribute to making the world a better place? Your contribution to the world paired with your passion is what forms your mission in life and your mission gives you purpose!
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12/17/2020
What does the world need? What does our community need? These questions, and those alike, have helped shape the mission and vision of Invest In U.
Find out what our mission is in the slides above ⬆️⬆️⬆️
Follow to find out what our vision statement is! Or you can visit our website (link in bio) and click “about.”
What does your community need? How can you address these needs? Tell us in the comments below!
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Say hello 🙋🏽♀️🙋🏾🙋🏿♂️ to our Curriculum Developer, Vaniqua Turner! In her video, she explains who she is as an individual and why she’s a part of our team.
We feel it’s important for you to know us, not only as members of Invest In U, but as the people we are outside of it too. We’re juggling work/school/family/side projects/etc. while also taking the steps necessary to uplift the people who look just like us.
To learn more about Vaniqua and the rest of the team, visit our website. (Link in bio).
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12/11/2020
What do you love? What is your passion? What makes you feel alive?
Ikigai explores what you love to find your true purpose in all aspects of your life! The idea that doing what you love allows you the strength to move through the obstacles in life to reach your goals.
12/10/2020
The origin of Invest in U’s logo is inspired by Ikigai, which is a Japanese concept that means “reason for being.” This concept is often interpreted in professional coaching practices through a venn diagram that shows the 4 basic components of this concept: Ikigai suggests that you will find your reason for being when you discover a profession or vocation that perfectly combines what you love, what you are good at, what the world needs, and what you can get paid for. Invest in U seeks to help students discover this for themselves so they can create and achieve a pathway that is purposeful and strengths-based.
Having a clear idea of your purpose allows you to weather all of the challenges and obstacles that may come your way, and makes things worth the sacrifices you may need to make along the way to reach your goals.
Please follow us to learn more about the concept of Ikigai in future posts.
Say hello 🙋🏽♀️🙋🏾🙋🏿♂️ to our Website Developer and Technology Intern, Allison Vredenburgh! In her video, she explains who she is as an individual and why she’s a part of our team.
We feel it’s important for you to know us, not only as members of Invest In U, but as the people we are outside of it too. We’re juggling work/school/family/side projects/etc. while also taking the steps necessary to uplift the people who look just like us.
To learn more about Allison and the rest of the team, visit our website. (Link in bio).
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Invest In U actively seeks to support the scholars of our community.
We hope you continue to support us on our mission to support you!
Donations are tax deductible. Visit investinula.org to donate.
EIN: 85-0996810
Have questions? Let us know in the comments below!
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Say hello 🙋🏽♀️🙋🏾🙋🏿♂️ to our Public Relations Aide, Penny Davis! In her video, she explains who she is as an individual and why she’s a part of our team.
We feel it’s important for you to know us, not only as members of Invest In U, but as the people we are outside of it too. We’re juggling work/school/family/side projects/etc. while also taking the steps necessary to uplift the people who look just like us.
To learn more about Penny and the rest of the team, visit our website. (Link in bio).
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12/01/2020
Invest In U is all about giving back to our community!
We hope you consider donating to us on Giving Tuesday.
Visit investinula.org to donate.
Have questions? Let us know in the comments below!
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11/28/2020
It’s the season of gratitude and giving!
Continue to share with others and give thanks to those most important to you. And REMEMBER to appreciate YOURSELF and all your hard work and dedication. Keep advancing toward your academic goals! (They are within reach).
The Invest In U team wants to give thanks to all who have supported us thus far. Your donations, engagement, and faith in us is what makes all of this possible. We will continue to take the steps necessary to fulfil our mission and bring our vision to life.
Thank you and have a great holiday weekend!
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Need help applying for FAST FUNDS? Watch the tutorials (videos in comments) and read the caption for SIMPLE and EASY instructions.
How to apply:
1. Go to http://www.investinula.org
2. Find “FAST FUND” on the top right corner
3. Click “Learn More” if you want more information on the grants. (You can also apply on this page)
4. Click “Apply Now” to be sent directly to the FAST FUND application form
5. Fill in the required information
6. Submit
Still have questions? Let us know in the comments below!
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Say hello 🙋🏽♀️🙋🏾🙋🏿♂️ to our Director of Research and Development, Alexandra Mapp! In her video, she explains who she is as an individual and why she’s a part of our team.
We feel it’s important for you to know us, not only as members of Invest In U, but as the people we are outside of it too. We’re juggling work/school/family/side projects/etc. while also taking the steps necessary to uplift the people who look just like us.
To learn more about Alexandra and the rest of the team, visit our website. (Link in bio).
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11/20/2020
We’re here to help!! Like our page, visit our website, and apply for Fast funds!!
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11/19/2020
Invest In U was born out of the realization that our community needed faces like us to help guide us. We are excited to be a vessel to move our community forward!
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Say hello 🙋🏽♀️🙋🏻♀️🙋🏽♂️to our Community Outreach and Commmunity Program Coordinator, Leilani Wright! In her video, she explains who she is as an individual and why she’s a part of our team.
We feel it’s important for you to know us, not only as members of Invest In U, but as the people we are outside of it too. We’re juggling work/school/family/side projects/etc. while also taking the steps necessary to uplift the people who look just like us.
To learn more about Leilani and the rest of the team, visit our website. (Link in bio).
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Invest in U's Founder, Dr. Elynar Moreno, shares her thanks for joining us for launch week and gives us a few words on
what's to come for Invest in U.
Please visit our website and subscibe. We will have a blog on topics pertaining to key principles of investinu and first virtual workshop series at the start of the new year.
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At Invest in U, we want you to succeed and help you overcome roadblocks you come across so you can be on the way to
earn your first degree (AA) or transfer to your dream college! Currently, FAST FUND has helped 6 of students with laptops and utility bills
Learn more about how to apply in our previous post!
HIT SAVE on this post and SEND to someone who can use the FAST FUND.
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Calling all LASC Students 📣 Learn what a FAST FUND is and HOW TO APPLY:
-FAST (Faculty and Students Together) Funds
We understand the impact that both expected and unforeseen financial hardships can cause our participants and how it can hinder their educational progress. Hence, our FAST Fund grant program, made possible through our funder BelieveinStudents.org, allows us to support Los Angeles Southwest College students by providing quick, hassle-free emergency financial assistance. FAST funds can be applied towards tuition, books, supplies, rent, utilities, groceries transportation, and other education related expenses.
Applying for FAST Funds in 3 easy steps:
Step 1: Go to investinula.org
Step 2: Fill out FAST Fund Application
Step 3: Your application will be processed in 2-3 business days
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11/11/2020
Meet the team behind Invest in U! It could not have been possible without their dedication, hardwork, and commitment to support LASC students. We're going to dedicate Tuesdays for the next couple months
to highlight each one of our team members.
5 of the 7 amazing women that complete our team are pictured!
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11/10/2020
Maya Angelou’s powerful poem of being resilient and hopeful strongly resonates with our team. We believe that possessing these characteristics help keep students on track toward educational success and reaching their academic goals.
The goal of our education workshops is to allow participants the ability to immediately begin incorporating these elements into their daily life.
Our educational component is designed to be an immersive and virtual experience that will provide real-life examples for each core element.
It will cover core skill-building elements with real life examples to empower participants to rise above challenges and face the day with renewed purpose & hope.
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11/09/2020
Holistic Coaching:
We believe in a comprehensive and enriching pathway for students to not only achieve their higher educational goals, but also provide them with the skills necessary to help them begin their journey towards healing all pertinent aspects of their lives. Future endeavors in holistic healing will teach our participants the value of self care by encouraging time for self and through offerings which include building mindfulness and gratitude practices, journaling, artistic and creative expression, nature healing, skill development and confidence building.
As a team, we embarked on a holistic journey of healing, self-reflection and self-care. For weeks we practiced 5 minute meditations, weekly journal prompts, along with check-ins and other healthy self-care practices. In addition, the community fostered and strengthened connections not only boosted accountability, it provided a safe space to share our individual experiences and fully participate in the holistic process.
Are you interested or have any questions about this service?
Let us know in the comments below.
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11/07/2020
Dive in and learn about our programs and services.
Invest in U offers:
- FAST Funds
- Holistic Coaching
- Workshops
Are you interested or have any questions on any of these services?
Let us know in the comments below.
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Invest in U officially launches 🚀
Our purpose is to assist students in obtaining their educational goals by addressing
inequalities in access to education in order to bridge the gap between students
and their access to resources.
We understand that students not only deal with the difficulties of navigating college,
they also struggle with housing insecurity, food insecurity, and unemployment.
Our goal is to provide support that seeks to meet students’ basic human needs to
ensure students have an equitable learning experience. Our vision is to level the
playing field for students to give them a fighting chance to succeed.
Our community will not be forgotten in the fight for access to success. By investing
in ourselves, we invest in a promising future.
Tomorrow we’ll share our program offerings and services for LASC Students.
10/30/2020
STAY TUNED! Invest In U officially launches on Friday, November 6th.
During launch week from 11/6-11/12 here’s what you can expect...
*Learn about Invest In U’s mission
*Program offerings (Learn how to apply to Fast Fund!)
*Meet the amazing team behind Invest In U
10/30/2020
STAY TUNED! Invest in U officially launches on Friday, November 6th.
During launch week from 11/6-11/12 here’s what you can expect featured on Facebook
*Learn about Invest In U’s mission
*Program offerings (Learn how to apply to Fast Fund!)
*Meet the amazing team behind Invest In U
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