A Spark is Catching...
Be part of the Collective
We don’t just watch the light; we stoke the fire.
No spark is meant to go out in the dark
Suicide and isolation are stealing our youth. But we believe everyone carries a "Divine Spark"—a unique purpose and a reason to stay.
Protect the Spark
Suicide is the second leading cause of death for youth aged 10–24 in the United States. Suicide is more common than death from cancer, heart disease, AIDS, and other diseases combined for this age group.
Stoke Belonging
Nearly 1 in 3 youth ages 12 to 17 had a mental, emotional, developmental, or behavioral problem in 2022–2023, often linked to low belonging. And only 17% of young adults feel "deeply connected" to a community
Ignite Hope
Based on 2023 CDC data, 1 in 5 U.S. high school students seriously considered attempting suicide, with 9.5% attempting it, highlighting a severe mental health crisis.
Grow the Collective
Mentorship is associated with lower odds of suicide ideation, planning, and attempts. Mentorship can counteract the high suicide risk associated with cyberbullying, academic failure, behavioral issues, low self-esteem, and social isolation.
Why Stoke the Spark?
Research-Based Programs
All initiatives are grounded in studies proving mentorship improves education and emotional health. Mentored youth report significantly lower levels of depression and social anxiety compared to non-mentored peers. Mentored youth show over 50% lower odds of suicide ideation.
Focused Small Cohorts
Intimate group settings allow personalized skill-building and stronger support networks. It fosters safe, supportive environments that build confidence, resilience, and social skills. Small groups offer a supportive atmosphere where youth can take risks, try new things, and build confidence without fear of failure.
Collaborative Workshops
Interactive activities designed to foster leadership, resilience, and social connection. It encourages peer-to-peer connection, enhancing teamwork, reducing social isolation, and improving mental health, ultimately boosting academic performance and future readiness.
Preventive Mental Health
Despite the benefits, mentoring is declining. Data from 2022 showed that 35% of young adults grew up without a mentor. However, in 2026, 97% of individuals with a mentor report finding the experience valuable. Stoke the Spark Collective is on a mission to to bring mentorship up and the mental health crisis down.
Igniting a generation where isolation is replaced by connection
According to The National Mentoring Partnership, children at risk who had a mentor were: 55% more likely to enroll in college 52% less likely to skip school 37% less likely to skip class 78% more likely to volunteer regularly 90% interested in becoming a mentor themselves 130% more likely to hold leadership posistions.
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MILES THAT MATTER
Every single mile we run at Rocky Raccoon is an opportunity to stoke the fire of hope for a young person navigating mental health struggles. Through our Miles that Matter fundraiser, your donations go directly toward keeping Stoke the Spark’s small-group youth mentorship programs completely free for local families. Whether you sponsor a single trail mile or a full milestone block, you are joining our crew car and directly fueling evidence-based tools, healthy peer relationships, and crisis prevention for kids who need to know they aren't alone.
Add some color, creativity, and fun to your next event!
Stoke the Spark Collective offers face painting and balloon twisting for community events, family gatherings, fundraisers, and celebrations. Services may be available by donation with no minimum required, helping us raise funds to provide meaningful mentorship, connection, and community opportunities for youth.
Bring us to your next event and help us spark some joy!
Need a Little Help?
You Don't Have to Figure It Out Alone.
Sometimes finding the right support can feel overwhelming. We’ve gathered local resources for food, housing, transportation, mental health, basic needs, connection, and more—all in one place.
What does it mean to be part of the Collective?
Be "Fuel" For the Fire
It takes a collective of people willing to show up, give, encourage, and invest in the lives of kids, youth, and families to create lasting impact.
Every contribution matters. Whether it’s a financial donation, supplies for a program, snacks for an event, art materials, volunteer time, or simply helping spread the word.
No donation is too small. What may seem simple to one person could become a meaningful moment, a new opportunity, or even a life-changing experience for someone else.
Follow the Journey
Follow us and witness the journey of change.
Links to our social media down below.
Share the Spark
Building a community one spark at a time...
Know someone who has been looking for a way to support youth mental health? Maybe someone interested in our programs? Invite them to join the Collective.
Individual sparks. A collective flame. One mission to end youth suicide.
Did we Spark curiosity?
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You are NOT alone, a Collective is here to help.
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Business Hours are Monday - Friday, 9AM to 6PM
Call/text: 425-344-7125
E-mail: info@stokethesparkcollective.com
Snohomish County Washington