Roosevelt Alumni for Racial Equity - RARE

GiveBIG is here! GiveBIG is a statewide fundraising campaign where individuals and organizations come together across Washington to invest in our communities. This is an annual opportunity to show your support for the non-profits you care most about, and we hope RARE is at the top of your list.
https://rhs4racialequity.org/givebig/

Take a look at our collection of blog entries to see all of our accomplishments from the past five years and to learn about RARE’s current programs – all of which are only possible because of supporters like you!
https://rhs4racialequity.org/blog/

We’re proud of RARE’s many positive impacts. But we want and need to do more. And it’s more important than ever to stand up for racial equity!

Donations can easily be made through RARE’s donation page.
https://rhs4racialequity.org/donate-to-rare/

RARE is powered by individual donations, from donors just like you. We hope you’ll join us in making a difference!

Please join us for an engaging RARE Open Discussion - online via Zoom.

On Wednesday May 6, 2026 @ 5:00 PM PT, students from Roosevelt's Black Student Union, Latin Student Union and Asian Student Union will share their experiences on challenges they face in high school. What are some of the reasons students of color are at lower graduation rates than the overall population of Seattle Public Schools?

Join event using the QR code in the image!

🚀 RARE is hiring a Development Intern:
Roosevelt Alumni for Racial Equity (RARE) seeks a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support our fundraising efforts, including grant research and database management. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in nonprofit fundraising while contributing to a meaningful cause. Position is ideal for early-career professionals interested in nonprofit fundraising.

✨ What You’ll Do:
• Research grant and new funding opportunities.
• Assist the Development Director with routine and unplanned fundraising tasks.
• Help with ongoing maintenance of the donor database, Little Green Light.
• Attend monthly Development Committee meetings.

🎯 What We’re Looking For:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Interest in nonprofit development, fundraising, or social impact work.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and willingness to learn new tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with a team.

📍 Location: Fully remote / Flexible work hours / Approx. 4 hours per week
🕒 Duration: 6 months (100 hours)
💼 Compensation: $500 stipend awarded at completion of internship + Letter of recommendation
📩 Apply today: Submit a resume and cover letter to: [email protected].
Apply by: April 30, 2026

RARE advocates for racial equity for students who are furthest from educational justice. We raise awareness among students and those who impact their lives about educational inequities through partnerships, networks, and inclusion-centered practices. We promote actionable steps by providing tools, resources, and opportunities to learn and grow.
Website: rhs4racialequity.org

Black History Month 2026
Blog just posted. Read it here: https://rhs4racialequity.org/black-history-month-2026-a-century-of-celebration/

Happy 2026 from RARE! Check out our Winter 2026 newsletter: https://rhs4racialequity.org/newsletters/rare-newsletter-winter-2026-roosevelt-alumni-for-racial-equity/

It’s the final day of RARE’s Year End Appeal, and we need your help!

We’re not yet fully funded for next year’s programming. Your gift today provides racial equity resources for students all next year! Every contribution - large or small - moves us closer to fully funding Connections in 2026.

Join the cause! Donate at rhs4racialequity.org/donate.

💚 RARE is over 90% funded by individual donations, and we depend on donors like you!

As part of RARE’s Year End Appeal, we’d like to share our 2025 Impact Report!

The generosity of our many supporters has helped build five years of real progress - scholarships for students, meaningful conversations across our community, and programs like Connections, which help young people feel seen, supported, and empowered. See the image below for all the numbers!

Please help us make 2026 the best year yet. Donate at rhs4racialequity.org/donate.

💚 RARE is over 90% funded by individual donations, and we depend on donors like you!

As part of RARE’s Year End Appeal, we’d like to share our flagship program: Connections!

Check out the Connections 2025 video to hear students describe how Connections helped them feel comfortable being themselves, build stronger peer relationships, and take on new challenges. Their voices are the clearest proof of the program’s impact - and why expanding Connections matters.

Link to Connections video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_oKqAHVMz2c

Inspired? Donate today to help fund Connections next year!
rhs4racialequity.org/donate.
💚 RARE is over 90% funded by individual donations, and we depend on donors like you!

Thanks for supporting RARE - impacting racial equity with us.
https://rhs4racialequity.org/donate-to-rare/

Happy Giving Tuesday! Today, people around the country are coming together to support the causes that matter most. We hope you’ll make RARE one of them.

This year marks RARE’s 5th Anniversary - five years of scholarships, youth leadership, and courageous conversations that bring our community together.