WEGive NorCal Launches “Empower the Future” Benefit to Transform Foster Teens Into Entrepreneurs

YUBA CITY, CA – Every year, thousands of foster teens age out of the system with little to no support, leaving them vulnerable to homelessness, unemployment, and financial instability. WEGive NorCal is stepping in to change that narrative with the Empower the Future Benefit for Foster Teen Entrepreneurs—a groundbreaking event designed to provide real-world business skills, mentorship, and career-building opportunities to foster youth.

The event, set for April 11, 2025, will be a night of inspiration, empowerment, and impact, featuring an unforgettable live performance by a teen rock band, heartfelt stories of transformation from foster youth who have overcome adversity, and a special performance by Carnegie Hall opera singer Sherri Seiden.

“Foster teens are asking the same question—‘How do I start my own business?’” says Gina Alexander, co-founder of WEgive NorCal. “Traditional programs aren’t teaching these skills, and we’re here to fill that gap. We’re not just giving them hope—we’re giving them the tools to succeed.”

More Than a Fundraiser – A Movement to Break the Cycle

WEGive NorCal’s entrepreneurship programs go beyond mentorship—they put teens to work. Through food booths at major concerts and festivals, foster youth gain hands-on experience in running a business, learning everything from financial literacy and customer service to marketing and leadership.

Funds raised from the Empower the Future Benefit will go directly toward:

• Training & employing foster teens in real-world business settings
• Covering transportation & business startup costs
• Expanding mentorship programs like Trauma to Triumph & FosterPreneur

“We don’t just mentor them—we employ them, equip them, and empower them,” says co-founder Richard Alexander, a Yuba City native and renowned composer. “We help them heal emotionally while giving them the financial tools they need to break the cycle.”

Join the Movement – Get Involved Today!

The Empower the Future Benefit will feature a silent auction, live entertainment, and a delicious Mexican dinner catered by Betty’s Restaurant, a Yuba City/Live Oak institution for over 53 years. Community members and businesses are invited to sponsor a foster teen, donate auction items, or attend the event in support of this life-changing cause.

Event Date: April 11, 2025. doors open 5pm dinner 630pm
Location: Adventure Yuba City, CA
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Together, we can empower the next generation of entrepreneurs and change lives forever.

About WEGive NorCal

WEGive NorCal is a 501(c)(3)  85-074-3561 nonprofit dedicated to empowering foster youth with entrepreneurial skills, mentorship, and employment opportunities. Founded in 2020, WEgive NorCal works alongside DCFS, social workers, and local businesses to fill the gap in foster youth services by providing real-world business education and financial empowerment programs.