Mission Empower

Youth Summit 2024 | July 9-12, 2024
2024-07-09 16:30 - 2024-07-12 16:00 (America/New_York) | Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula Dr., Erie, PA, 16505-2042, United States
Youth Summit
July 10-12, 2024
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Rotary 9
Presque Isle State Park 301 Peninsula Dr.
Erie, PA 16505

Training, Plenty of Activities, Food and a GREAT time!
COMPLETELY FREE
$75 gift Cards for Successfully Participating ALL 3 days

MANDATORY Introductory
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Mission Empower
1611 Peach Street Suite 120,
Erie PA 16501

If interested, contact Cassie Hoyer at 814 825-0788 or choyer@missionempower.org to register and complete an intake.

Jr. Youth Summit 2024 | July 22-23, 2024
2024-07-22 16:30 - 2024-07-23 16:00 | Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula Dr., Erie, PA, 16505-2042, United States
Jr. Youth Summit
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Rotary 9
Presque Isle State Park 301 Peninsula Dr.
Erie, PA 16505

Training, Plenty of Activities, Food and a GREAT time!
COMPLETELY FREE
$10 Gift Cards for youth that participate ALL DAY

MANDATORY Introductory
Monday, July 22, 2024
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Mission Empower
1611 Peach Street Suite 120,
Erie PA 16501

If interested, contact Cassie Hoyer at 814 825-0788 or choyer@missionempower.org to register and complete an intake.

Youth Event | Resumes | August 11, 2024
2024-08-11 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Youth Event | Trivia Night | August 25, 2024
2024-08-25 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Jr. Youth Event | Elevate Jump Park | September 11, 2024
2024-09-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Youth Event | Playport | September 26, 2024
2024-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Jr. Youth Event | Fire Prevention | October 2, 2024
2024-10-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Youth Event | Healthy Foods | October 10, 2024
2024-10-10 18:00 - 20:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Youth Event | Being Thankful | November 7, 2024
2024-11-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Jr. Youth Event | Thankful | November 21, 2024
2024-11-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Jr. Youth Event | Christmas Party | December 11, 2024
2024-12-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Youth Event | Christmas Trivia | December 12, 2024
2024-12-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Youth Event | New Year Goals | January 12, 2025
2025-01-12 18:00 - 20:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Jr. Youth Event | New Year Goals | January 23, 2025
2025-01-23 18:00 - 20:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Trivia Fundraising Event | February 2, 2025
2025-02-02 15:00 - 18:00 | JPT Foundation Event Center, 2319 W 38th St, Erie, PA, 16506, United States
Join us for a fun community event showcasing your knowledge and competitive spirit! Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place, raffle baskets, 50/50, and $5 karaoke!
PRICES:
$25 Individual
$20 Senior
$20 Ages 16-18
FREE Ages 15 & Under

Goodwill Donation Drive | March 29, 2025
2025-03-29 09:00 - 15:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Mission Empower & Goodwill Fundraiser
Date: Saturday March 29, 2025
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Address: 1611 Peach Street Erie, PA 16501
(Enter from Peach St. Exit through State St.)
South Side of Parking Lot
Helping Mission Empower raise funds for programs:
– Mission Read
– Mission Employment
– Advocacy
– Youth Envision
– And the Community with your support!
Contact Darlene Brown with any questions:
dbrown@missionempower.org
814-825-0788 ext. 108
× Unacceptable:
Automotive Parts/Equipment
Bed Frames, Head/Footboards
Bed Pans, Porta-Potty’s
Bicycles, Wheeled Toys
Blinds (Unless in Original Package)
Bolts of Fabric
Carpeting, Carpet pads
Construction material
Exercise Equipment
Filtration Systems
Food
Furnature (Sofas, Tables, chairs, Dressers)
Gas Powered Tools, Landscape Equipment
Guns, Knives, Bows, Arrows, Ammunition
Hangers
Hazardous Products/Waste (Paint, Oil)
Hospital beds,Waterbeds, Air mattresses
Infant Cribs, Playpens, Car Seats, Strollers
Major Household products
Metal Desks, Metal Filing Cabinets
Personal care Items
Pool Tables
Recyclables (paper, Glass, Plastic)
Skis, Ski Boots
Textbooks, Encyclopedias
Water Heaters
Wheelchair, Walkers
✓ Acceptable:
Antiques and Collectables
Artwork and Frames
Audio/Visual Equipment
Bedspreads, Blankets, Liners
Books
CD’s, DVD’s, records and Videos
Clothing, Shoes, Accessories (infant to Adult)
Computers, Accessories, other Electronics
Cookware, Dishware and Utensils
Crafts (Packaged sets)
Curtains (No Rods or Hardware)
Giftware and Knick Knacks
Glassware
Hand Tools and Small Power Tools
Holiday Decoration
Jewelry
Lamps (With or Without Shades)
Radios and Stereos
Small Appliances
Sporting Goods and Sleeping bags
Televisions (Except Consoles)
VCR’s and DVR’s

Understanding Children with ADHD | April 23, 2025
2025-04-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Where:
In Person or via Zoom
1611 Peach Street Suite 120
Erie, PA 16501
Time:
7:00-8:00pm

Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbbNQ2gJ9a
Contact Conny James with any questions: conjames@missionempower.org or 814-825-0788 Ext 101.

Autism Walk | April 26, 2025
2025-04-26 09:30 - 15:00 | Erie Speedway, 10700 Delmas Dr., North East, PA, 16428, United States
Where:
Erie Speedway
10700 Delmas Dr.
North East Pa. 16428
Time:
Registration: 9:30 am to 10:45 am
Pre-Walk Announcements: 10:45 am
Walk Begins: 11:00 am promptly

Looking for volunteers to help Mission Empower staff at our booth!
If interested, please contact Cassandra James at 814-825-0788 ext 105 or choyer@missionempower.org to sign up!

Environmental Awareness Sunday Picnic at the Park | June 22, 2025
2025-06-22 12:00 - 14:00 | Tom Ridge Environmental Center, 301 Peninsula Dr., Erie, PA, 16505, United States

Jr. Youth Summit 2024 | July 10-11, 2025
2025-07-10 09:00 - 2025-07-11 16:00 | Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula Dr., Erie, PA, 16505-2042, United States
Jr. Youth Summit
July 10-11, 2025
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Rotary 9
Presque Isle State Park 301 Peninsula Dr.
Erie, PA 16505

TOPICS:

Nutrition
Hygiene
Building Healthy Relationships

ACTIVITIES:

Relay Races
Arts and Crafts
BINGO
Creating Healthy Foods

If interested, contact Cassie Hoyer at 814 825-0788 or choyer@missionempower.org to register and complete an intake.

Youth Summit 2024 | July 21-24, 2025
2025-07-21 09:00 - 2025-07-24 16:00 | Presque Isle State Park, 301 Peninsula Dr., Erie, PA, 16505-2042, United States
Youth Summit
July 21-24, 2024
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Rotary 9
Presque Isle State Park 301 Peninsula Dr.
Erie, PA 16505
Ages 13-Graduation!

TOPICS:

Self-Advocacy
Building Healthy Relationships
Social Media
Self-Care
Art Therapy
Nutrition

If interested, contact Cassie Hoyer at 814 825-0788 or choyer@missionempower.org to register and complete an intake.

Mission C.A.R.E. Young Adult Group | September 5, 2025
2025-09-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Mission C.A.R.E. Young Adult Group | September 19, 2025
2025-09-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Mission C.A.R.E. Young Adult Group | October 3, 2025
2025-10-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Junior Youth Envision | October 10, 2025
2025-10-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Mission C.A.R.E. Young Adult Group | October 17, 2025
2025-10-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Mission C.A.R.E. Young Adult Group | November 7, 2025
2025-11-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Senior Youth Envision | November 14, 2025
2025-11-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Mission C.A.R.E. Young Adult Group | November 21, 2025
2025-11-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

Mission C.A.R.E. Young Adult Group | December 5, 2025
2025-12-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
