Girls Mentoring Organization

About Girl Collective

We exist because every girl deserves someone who believes in her — and a community that lifts her up.

Our Mission
"Empowering girls through mentorship, education, and community support — building the confidence and leadership they need to thrive."
Karen Hatten, Founder of Girl Collective, Inc.
✦ Founder & Executive Director
Our Story

Built on a Gap That Needed Closing

I started Girl Collective because I looked around my community and saw something I couldn't ignore — young girls who needed guidance, connection, and opportunity, but didn't have access to it. That gap was real, and it was right in front of me.

I didn't wait for someone else to fix it. I built what was missing. Girl Collective, Inc. was founded on a simple but powerful belief — that every girl, regardless of her background or circumstances, deserves a mentor, a community, and a chance to discover her own potential.

What started as my personal commitment to my community has grown into a movement — connecting mentors with mentees, creating programs that build real skills, and fostering a collective of girls who lift each other up. This is my life's work, and I'm just getting started.

— Karen Hatten
What We Stand For

Our Core Values

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Empowerment

We believe every girl holds the power to shape her own future. We give her the tools and confidence to use it.

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Community

No girl should feel alone. We build genuine connections between mentors, mentees, and families.

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Education

Learning is the foundation of opportunity. We invest in programs that expand minds and open doors.

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Excellence

We hold ourselves to a high standard because the girls we serve deserve nothing less than our best.

Be Part of the Collective

Whether you want to mentor, volunteer, or support our mission — there's a place for you here.

Become a Mentor Volunteer With Us