
You’re Invited!
Join us on May 29th for Spring Forward, The Monkey & The Elephant’s annual fundraiser, held during Foster Care Awareness Month. This special evening brings together community leaders, supporters, and advocates to celebrate and uplift young adults transitioning out of the foster care system. Through an inspiring program, we’ll highlight the impact of our nonprofit café and the transformative opportunities we provide for former foster youth. Your support helps us continue our mission of fostering personal and professional growth through meaningful employment, mentorship, and a strong, supportive community.
Date:
Thursday, May 29, 2025
5pm - 9pm
Location:
SouthSide Event Space
1410 Mt. Vernon Street
Philadelphia, PA 19130

Sponsorship Information
By sponsoring Spring Forward, your company directly invests in the future of young adults transitioning out of foster care. The Monkey & The Elephant provides critical employment opportunities, mentorship, and a supportive community to help former foster youth build stable, independent lives. As a sponsor, your brand will be aligned with a mission-driven organization dedicated to breaking cycles of instability and empowering young people to succeed. With sponsorship levels ranging from $1,000 to $20,000, there are opportunities for businesses of all sizes to make a lasting impact while gaining meaningful recognition. Join us in creating real change—your support helps transform lives.
If you’re unable to join us for Spring Forward on May 29th, you can still support The Monkey & The Elephant’s mission!
Your donation helps provide employment, mentorship, and a supportive community for young adults transitioning out of foster care. Contributions can be made online at www.themonkeyandtheelephant.org/donate or by mail to 2831 W. Girard Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19130. Every gift, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference in the lives of the young people we serve.
Thank you for your support!

“We donate to The Monkey and The Elephant because they are the village that so many young people need. By providing job training, mentorship and opportunity, M&E is the catalyst for young people to create a future for themselves beyond what they currently know is possible.”
– Fourteen Karat Plus, Inc.