SEPTEMBER 2023 NEWSLETTER

A NOTE FROM BRYAN

You don’t have to worry about waking us up when September ends. We’re wide awake and full steam ahead as many of our programs pick back up this month after a brief summer hiatus. Elevate Work and Elevate Entrepreneurs courses will offer comprehensive workforce development resources, while Elevate Kids jump back into after-school programming this month. Read more about how you can get involved this month in our September edition of our newsletter. 

Bryan Stallings

Founder, Elevate Branson

START YOUR JOURNEY TOWARDS

A BETTER FUTURE

Our next Elevate Work class begins September 11th, and it’s not too late to enroll! This class is for anyone looking to expand their job opportunities and access the tools and resources needed to find success in the workforce. You can reroute your future in just nine short weeks by taking the next right step and attending Elevate Work courses each Monday and Wednesday from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the Elevate Branson campus. Dinner, transportation, and childcare are provided. Learn more about how to enroll in Elevate Work, or invest in a volunteer opportunity by contacting our Elevate Work Director, Donna, at 417.527.1709 today!

MORE SMALL-BUSINESSES COMING TO OUR COMMUNITY SOON!

Our next Elevate Entrepreneurs cohort begins class on September 5th. Nearly 20 students are enrolled in this semester’s course and are preparing to learn how to successfully launch their own side-businesses to fulfil their creative passions and earn supplemental income. We’re looking forward to learning more about our enrolled participants and the services they will soon be providing to our community. 

AFTER-SCHOOL FUN BEGINS

Elevate Kids resumes with our after-school program beginning September 12th and continuing each Tuesday and Thursday through the fall semester. We can’t wait to have our favorite area kiddos back on campus twice a week for exciting activities and learning opportunities involving art, phonics, science and more. Soon, our playground will be available for children and families in our community to enjoy a safe place to play. We’re excited to offer kids a fun, safe, and loving environment to grow, learn, and play over the next several months. 

DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT

Your donations can now go twice as far with three different matching opportunities to donate towards. Explore our giving opportunities below to help us continue to provide resources and services to our community, including workforce development opportunities, affordable transportation, and sustainable housing. You can also give to support our playground construction on our campus and help us provide a safe place for children to play and explore! Select the link below to invest in our community however you feel most passionate. 

ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE TRANSPORTATION IS NOW EASIER THAN EVER

Our Elevate Rides scooter rental program is now available for the public to take advantage of! Locals can now rent a scooter for a weekly rate to have reliable and consistent access to affordable transportation. Our goal is to equip our local workforce with transportation in order to help individuals maintain employment and increase their quality of life. Learn more about our Elevate Rides rental program by contacting Katie, our Elevate Rides Director, at 417.295.7575 today. 

TWO FOR ONE TUESDAYS

Stop by Neighbors Hub at the Elevate Branson campus on Tuesdays for an unbeatable buy-one-get-one deal on all two-topping pizzas or salads. When you stop in for lunch at Neighbors Hub, you get to enjoy great food AND you get to support programs and services that are benefitting the local community. Can’t make it in on Tuesday? We’re open each week, Monday through Friday from 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M. Come by any time and enjoy your lunch with us!

MEET OUR NEIGHBOR, CHRIS

Chris came to Elevate Branson shortly after he was released from jail, with hardly any belongings. He had no identification documents, no way to secure the things he needed to overcome the challenges he was facing, and nowhere to stay. With courage and tenacity, Chris showed up at Elevate Branson consistently to build relationships and earn reward points for the items he needed. Our Elevate Connections staff were able to help Chris obtain his ID, insurance, his birth certificate, and benefits from other assistance programs. Eventually, Chris was able to find employment and invest in his recovery. Chris has graduated from Standing By The Door, and is working towards healing and increasing his quality of life each and every day. We’re proud of Chris and the decisions he’s made to pursue the life and purposes God has intended for him. With continued support from people in our community, we know Chris will continue to make strides towards reaching his full potential. 

Swing by on your morning commute or stop in for a mid-day pick-me-up! Elevate Coffee provides hand crafted espresso based drinks, refreshing smoothies, and delicious desserts.

Hours

Monday - Friday: 7:30 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Great Food For A Great Cause.

Stop by on a Friday afternoon with a friend and have a buy one, get one on us, pizza or chopped salad of your choice! Are you a local or first responder? If so, locals receive 10% off and first responders receive 25% off their entire purchase. We can’t wait to serve you!

Hours

Monday - Friday: 11:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.

Open For Business!

Come find a treasure while helping our neighbors and community prosper! All purchases support the programs at Elevate Branson.

Hours

Monday – Friday: 9:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.

Saturday: 9:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.

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Get Involved And Make A Difference!

Call 417.335.9915 or email Info@ElevateBranson.org to learn more about volunteer opportunities where your time and talents can empower others to reach their full potential.