Join Me in Supporting Students Through Mentoring!
Dear Friends and Family,
I’m excited to share that I’ll be participating in the SPEF 5K Walk & Run, and I’m inviting you to join me in making a meaningful difference!
As many of you know, I’ve worked at the Stamford Public Education Foundation (SPEF) since 2019, and I’ve seen firsthand how our programs—especially our mentoring initiative—change lives. Every week, SPEF connects students with caring adult volunteers who show up, listen, and offer consistent support. These relationships help students stay engaged, build confidence, and feel seen.
This mission is deeply personal to me. I’ve been fortunate to have mentors throughout my life—people who believed in me, guided me, and helped me grow. Some of those relationships began in my youth and continue to this day. I know the power of mentoring because I’ve lived it.
Now, I’m lacing up my running shoes to raise funds so more students can experience that same support. Will you help me reach my goal?
Your donation—no matter the amount—will directly support SPEF’s mentoring program and help us match more students with mentors who care.
👉 Here's How You Can Support Me:
- Donate: Click here to contribute to my fundraising goal. Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to our goal.
- Share: Spread the word by sharing my fundraising page with your friends, family, and social networks.
- Join Me: If you're feeling inspired, why not join the event? Whether you walk, run, or cheer from the sidelines, your support means the world to me.
Thank you for being part of my community and for considering a gift that will help build a brighter future for Stamford’s youth.
With gratitude,
Malena
For more information about SPEF, visit www.spefct.org
