Official website of HEYGWORL
"Hey Gworl Nonprofit is dedicated to empowering girls, young adults, and women."
About Us
Hey Gworl Nonprofit is dedicated to empowering girls, young adults, and women to heal, thrive, and embrace their...
The Founder
Latrice Ricketts is a Milwaukee, Wisconsin native who has triumphed over numerous challenges in her life, from...
Our Services
Transform your look with Hey Gworl's expert hair services! From flawless ponytails and silky smooth presses to stunning...
About Us
Hey Gworl Nonprofit is dedicated to empowering girls, young adults, and women to heal, thrive, and embrace their...
The Founder
Latrice Ricketts is a Milwaukee, Wisconsin native who has triumphed over numerous challenges in her life, from...
Our Services
Transform your look with Hey Gworl's expert hair services! From flawless ponytails and silky smooth presses to stunning...
Our Mission:
The Hey Gworl Nonprofit organization’s mission is to offer a distinct, community-based, integrated approach that aids young girls within and beyond their time in the foster care system. This is achieved through personalized and group mentoring, life skills training, social enrichment camps, retreats, organized activities, employment training, and supportive housing alternatives.
Our community-oriented initiatives are designed to enhance each aspect and ensure positive outcomes as these youths move into adulthood.
What We Do:
Our community-oriented initiatives are designed to enhance each aspect and ensure positive outcomes as these youths move into adulthood. Here are some of our programs to achieve this:
Mentoring
Social Enrichment Events
Employment Training
Testimonials
HEY GWORL
2026 Programming & Services
August
Annually
Children Hair & Hygiene Give Back
Age Requirements: K3 – 12th Grade Cost: Free Service
May
Annually
Hey Gworl Plug-In: Teen Parent Edition
Theme: Mental Health Talk Back & Resource Programming
May
Annually
Teen Only Plug-In
Theme: Mental Health Talk Back & Developmental Programming
August
Annually
Hey Gworl Plug-In: Young Adult & Adult Edition
Theme: Mental Health Talk Back & Resource Programming
November
Annually
Hey Gworl Plug-In Benefit Gala
Purpose: Celebrating Growth & Building the Future
All year
Round
Hey Gworl Training Program
Purpose: Education & Employment Readiness
DONATIONS
Support Our Cause
Together, we can empower these resilient young women to thrive and reach their full potential. Every contribution counts, and every girl deserves a chance to shine. Give the gift of hope and opportunity now.
"Hey Gworl has been nothing short of instrumental in my daughter's growth and development. Through their nurturing environment, she's discovered her passions and strengths. It's more than just a program; it's a sanctuary for girls like her, fostering invaluable connections and providing the support she needs to thrive."
Leah B.