Young Friends Network

Make a Difference. Connect. Grow.

SquashSmarts Young Friends are post-secondary students and young professionals who support Philadelphia students through mentorship, volunteering, and community engagement. Join us to help students thrive in academics, athletics, and leadership.
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Why Join?

• Inspire Students: Mentor and guide middle & high schoolers.
• Network: Connect with driven, like-minded peers.
• Shape Programs: Influence SquashSmarts initiatives and events.
• ​​Give Back: Meaningful volunteer opportunities and events.

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 Get Involved

​1. Volunteer: Tutor, coach, or help with fitness sessions after school or on Saturdays.

2. Mentor: Meet monthly with a student (grades 9–11) and be a steady role model.

3. Contribute: Make a personal investment to help our students reach their academic and athletic potential
- "Young Professional" = $10/month recurring or $100 one-time gift
- "Young Student" = $5/month recurring or $50 one-time gift
- Corporate Partner Opportunities

• Employee Volunteer Groups

• Sponsorships & Advertising

• PA-EITC Charitable Giving

• Employee Matching Gifts

• United Way Campaign 

4. Connect – Join our network for updates, events, and opportunities.

5. Lead – Serve on the Young Friends Leadership Committee to guide programs and events.
Email Development Director Debby Dowlin to get involved.

The SquashSmarts Young Friends Committee

Kali Schellenberg (Chair)
Lauren Johnston
Chase Markman
Quint Frazier
Rishika Ranka
Craig Miller 
Matt MacColl
Liesl Guenther
Aurian Capart
Staff: Debby Dowlin & Yash Bhargava 


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