Youth Event | Playport | September 26, 2024
2024-09-26 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Halloween Party at Mission Empower | October 28, 2024
2024-10-28 15:00 - 19:00 | 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

Qualifying for Special Education | Training Hosted by Northwestern School District | January 7, 2025
2025-01-07 16:00 - 17:00 | Northwestern Administration Building, 100 Harthan Way, Albion, PA, 16401, United States
Mission Empower is partnering with Northwestern School District for:
3 Training Workshop Classes!
When?
January 7, 2025 & February 11, 2025 & March 11, 2025
4:00 pm-5:00 pm

QUALIFYING FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION
INDIVIDUAL EDUCATION PLAN
DISCIPLINE AND COLLABORATION TIPS

Where?
Northwestern Administration Building
Northwestern School District
100 Harthan Way
Albion, PA 16401
Who do I contact with questions?
Conny James
Parent Center Director, Associate Director,
Lead Trainer and Advocate

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

Individual Education Plan (IEP) | Training Hosted by Northwestern School District | February 11, 2025
2025-02-11 16:00 - 17:00 | Northwestern Administration Building, 100 Harthan Way, Albion, PA, 16401, United States

Human Trafficking Presentation Hosted by Crime Victim Center | March 5, 2025
2025-03-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Date:
March 5, 2025
6:00pm-7:00pm

Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88013251979?pwd=[REDACTED]

Event Flyer:

Human Trafficking Presentation PDF

Discipline & Collaboration Tips | Training Hosted by Northwestern School District | March 11, 2025
2025-03-11 16:00 - 17:00
Date:
March 11, 2025
4:00pm-5:00pm
Where?
Northwestern Administration Building
Northwestern School District
100 Harthan Way
Albion, PA 16401
Who do I contact with questions?
Conny James
cjames@missionempower.org
Parent Center Director, Associate Director,
Lead Trainer and Advocate

Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82711588383?

Survey Link:

Video Recording – Parent Training
Jotform Survey Link

Event Flyer:

3 Training Workshop Classes PDF

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!

Highmark Walk Raffle | Enter to WIN | Until June 30, 2025
2025-06-01 - 2025-06-30 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Congrats to Our Raffle Winners!
Therese Wells/Ticket #8504127/Monacella Massage
Art Peapples/Ticket #8504245/The Colony Pub $25.00 Gift Card
Debbie Myers/Ticket #2758903/Seawolves Tickets & Merchandise
Conny James/Ticket # 2758911/Pymatuning Deer Park
Jennifer Merva/Ticket # 8504462/Carnegie Science Center
Jerry Dombrowski/Ticket # 8704259/Crayola Experience
Maureen Huya/Ticket # 8504296/Mi Scuzi $50.00 Gift Card
April Roschi/Ticket # 8504321/The Cab $25.00 Gift Card
Erin Walsh/Ticket # 8504107Pittsburgh Penguins Signed Autograph by Erik Karlsson
Harper Smith/Ticket # 8504420/Experience Children’s Museum
MacKenzie Cesnick/Ticket # 8504190/Lake Erie Crushers tickets, Avon, Ohio
Amy Spangler/Ticket # 8504480/Art’s Bakery Coupons & Merchandise
Debbie Hume/Ticket # 8504324/Sara’s $15.00 Gift Card
Maggie Swanson/Ticket # 8504429/Red Letter Hospitality (The Cork or Skunk and Goat)
Darlene Brown/Ticket # 8504371/Erie Playhouse Tickets
Kathleen Griffin/Ticket # 8504284/Erie Zoo Tickets
Jillian Martz/Ticket # 2758887/Peek’n Peak Adventure Course
Billie Kenawell/Ticket # 2758807/Erie Philharmonic Tickets
Todd Proper/Ticket # 8504135/Ascend/@ passes
Donna Bish/Ticket # 8504226/Splash Lagoon Tickets
Norma Lewis/Ticket # 8504266/Whippy Dip #2/$25.00 Gift Card
Chris Marz/Ticket #8504532/Peek’n Peak Golf Course 2 passes
Todd Proper/Ticket # 8504133/Bug Basket
Marian Nicks/Ticket #8504414/Baking Basket

BUY TICKETS NOW

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.

Leadership Workshop - How You Can Get Involved | August 7, 2025
2025-08-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Join Here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82066375359?pwd=[REDACTED]

Ice Cream Social | August 9, 2025
2025-08-09 11:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Who doesn’t love free ice cream? Mission Empower will be hosting an ice cream social day. Everyone is welcome! We are asking for donations as well but are not requiring them, so even if you can’t donate you are more than welcome to come join in on the fun and come get some FREE ice cream! BRING YOUR CHILDREN!
WHERE? 1611 Peach St, Suite 120, Erie PA 16501
WHEN? Tuesday August 9, 2022
WHAT TIME? 11 AM-7 PM

Erie Gives | August 13, 2025
2025-08-13
Every day, Mission Empower stands beside families navigating the complex world of special education. Through our advocacy services, we help parents become confident leaders in their child’s educational journey—ensuring no family walks this path alone.
When parents are empowered, children with disabilities gain the tools, support, and opportunities they need to thrive. Your support during Erie Gives makes this possible. It fuels a movement where voices are lifted, futures are shaped, and every child—regardless of ability—has a champion.
On Tuesday, August 13, 2025 you can power our mission by participating in Erie Gives, a one-day online giving event hosted by the Erie Community Foundation. The giving window runs from midnight to midnight, and every donation of $25 or more through www.eriegives.org helps Mission Empower qualify for prorated matching funds—stretching your gift even further. Your support helps us continue providing free advocacy, youth leadership opportunities, employment readiness programs, tutoring services, and parent trainings for families and children with disabilities right here in our community.
When you give to Mission Empower on Erie Gives day, you are supporting programs that create a lifetime of empowerment for children with disabilities. Thank you in advance for considering a donation on this unique day of giving to Mission Empower. If you have any questions, please feel free to call our office at (814) 825-0788.

Leadership Workshop - Taking an Active Role | August 14, 2025
2025-08-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87291844763?pwd=[REDACTED]
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Leadership Workshop - Spreading the Word | August 19, 2025
2025-08-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84564687131?pwd=[REDACTED]
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Leadership Workshop - Becoming a Leader | August 28, 2025
2025-08-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States

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

Goodwill Donation Drive | September 6, 2025
2025-09-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Mission Empower, 1611 Peach Street, Erie, 16501, United States
