July 2025 Newsletter
Parent & Guardian Workshops
Join our free, monthly workshops designed to help parents and guardians support their students in school and beyond. Each session features local experts, practical tips, and valuable resources you can use right away.
Thanks to our partnership with the Michigan College Access Network (MCAN) and Michigan Reconnect, we’re taking a two-generation approach—helping students succeed while also connecting parents and guardians to tuition-free or discounted college opportunities through the Reconnect program.
You support their future—let us help support yours. Register today at gearupflint.com/events
🗓 Every 2nd Wednesday | ⏰ 5:30 PM | 📍 In-person & Zoom
New Partnership!
We’re excited to launch a 6-week personal development workshop series for young men in partnership with Involved Dad, a local non-profit organization. This program is designed to help strengthen young men emotionally, mentally, and socially through weekly group discussions on leadership, resilience, and personal growth.
💥 Bonus Opportunity: Participants who attend the weekly workshops will also have the chance to help build our GEARUp Esports Team!
*Attendance in the workshops is required to be part of the E-Sports team. Learn more at gearupflint.com/student.
Summer Opportunities:
Summer is almost here! Make sure to sign up for our summer program, Brighter Futures, to learn skills for independence and financial stability.
Brighter Futures is all about making sure you're ready to tackle whatever life throws your way. Whether you're not quite on your own yet, getting ready to go it alone, or already out there making it happen, we've got something for you. Join us on this journey to make your future brighter together!
Other Upcoming Events
Graduation:
June 26th - 6pm - Location: Flint Institute of Arts
Office Closed:
June 30th - July 6th - REOPENS Monday, July 7th
Brighter Futures
July 8th-31st (Tuesdays & Thursdays)
Location: GEARup2Lead Headquarters (141 W 2nd St. Flint, MI 48502)
GEARup4Success Conference x Gus Macker Tournament
July 26th - 11am-3pm
Location: Brush Park (120 E. 1st St. Flint, MI 48502)
Upcoming Volunteer Activities:
We’re proud to be hosting the GEARup4Success Conference in partnership with the Gus Macker Basketball Tournament! We’re looking for volunteers to help make this event a success and support youth empowerment in our community. Stay tuned for more ways you can get involved.
Need Resources:
Having access to resources like food, mental health support, and more, helps our students and families be successful in school and beyond. If you need help connecting to important resources, contact our Success Navigators at 810-545-7070 or info@engageflint.com.