“Every Child deserves a chance!”
As a team, we have the heart and experience to serve the youth of the Mon-Dak region.
Plains2Peaks is a nonprofit organization with a focus on providing support and guidance to at-risk youth in rural communities. Our objectives are centered around addressing the adversity faced by rural teens through trauma-informed care, introducing them to passions and hobbies, and promoting their overall health and future prospects.
Our operations are currently based in the rural town of Wibaux, MT. We have generally worked with communities to put on positive outreach in the Mon-Dak area. We help kids throughout the Mon-Dak area to attend camps, and other positive activities communities offer. We have found that many communities may lack the infrastructure to provide consistent youth mentorship. We have now initiated a pilot program starting in the rural community of Wibaux, MT right on the MonDak boarder. This program involves training dedicated local mentors who connect with teens on a personal level, taking into account their unique interests and challenges. This program currently meets with the teens once a week at the basement of stockman bank or the county fairgrounds. This vision extends far beyond this pilot program, as we aim to expand and establish after-school programs in Wibaux and replicate this program in other surrounding rural towns.
Our funding sources include monthly individual donors, community fundraising events, sponsorships, and grants. To increase support, Plains2Peaks engages stakeholders through speaking events and church partnerships. We aim to provide valuable services to the community without burdening cash-strapped rural residents.
With our tailored trauma-informed care approach and a strength-based perspective, Plains2Peaks fills a gap that exists within the current rural programs. Our trusted mentors empower teens to engage in constructive hobbies, community service initiatives, and activities that align with their goals. Through this, we aim to uplift their confidence, build resilience, and effectively combat adversity.
Identify.
It all begins with an idea. Helping a child identify a passion or interest is the first step. Through Plains 2 Peaks Youth Initiative, we will partner with organizations around the Mon-Dak area to introduce children to new positive experiences.
Build.
By developing and advocating for programs and activities such as speech and drama, athletic camps, and other positive mentorship options. We can build a solid foundation for youth to grow and reach there peaks in life.
Grow.
We work to incorporate other programs such as First Tee youth golf and SprocKids youth mountain biking and other fun activities and events to positively effect kids in our area.