A fusion of intellect and music will highlight this year’s Rooted in Resiliency to benefit Spring Valley-based Boys to Men Mentoring on April 13 at Coasterra on Harbor Island (880 Harbor Island Drive).

Best-selling author, speaker, and educator Stedman Graham will headline the fundraiser, sharing insights on self-identity and leadership as contributing factors to the current boy crisis. The event aims to not only enlighten but also raise funds to expand mentoring programs to benefit struggling teen boys.

“Graham’s philosophy is a critical connector to Boys to Men Mentoring’s mission,” said Joe Sigurdson, co-founder of Boys to Men Mentoring. “Our countywide in-school and open community mentoring programs provide boys with a supportive network of resilient male role models who serve as witnesses, validators, affirmers, and champions of the boys’ identities,” he added.

District 2 Supervisor Joel Anderson joins as a key supporter, pledging his commitment to enhancing the lives of struggling teenagers within the community. Anderson’s involvement amplifies the County’s collective effort toward fostering positive change.

Capping off the evening, Whitney Shay, a five-time San Diego Music Award Winner and Billboard #1 Blues Artist will deliver an exclusive performance. KUSI on-air personality Allie Wagner will emcee the event while guests enjoy a culinary extravaganza, savoring the scenic waterside ambiance, all in support of Boys to Men Mentoring.

Since 1996, Boys to Men has guided más que 13,000 boys towards their “true north” through the principles of Listen, Accept, and Encourage. Currently, B2M empowers 750 boys weekly through in-school and after-school programs across 38 schools and 11 districts in San Diego County.

Obtenga más información en www.boystomen.org.