Marcus and Erik first met through the Bolder Options Mentoring Program in 1994. Recently, after more than 30 years, they reconnected. Marcus, Erik and Darrell Thompson went out to lunch together, and many of the memories from Marcus’s time in the program came rushing back. Shortly after their lunch, I spoke with Marcus to talk about what he remembered about Bolder Options, his relationship with Erik, his mentor, and how the program impacted his life. “The program back then wa

On September 17, our Creative Sponsor, Charizma Agency, will transform the venue into an immersive, comic-inspired world. Vibrant projections will cover the walls, superhero mentor and mentee pairs will appear throughout the space, and guests can explore interactive elements and a photo experience that feels like stepping inside a comic book. The setting may be new, but the heart of Bolder Bash remains the same. It is still a night to celebrate the mentors who show up week af

This summer, Bolder Options youth stepped outside their comfort zones and into the wilderness for unforgettable Adventure Learning experiences. These trips are designed to help youth grow, lead, and discover what they are capable of, all while having a lot of fun along the way. Adventure Learning is rooted in the Bolder Options mission. We create opportunities for youth to be BOLD, embrace healthy living, get moving and outdoors, build relationships and try something new thro