The Youth Mentoring Initiative (YMI), based in Fishers, will hold its annual Mayor’s Breakfast to Benefit YMI on Thursday, August 29. Presented by Heartland Church, this significant fundraising event supports YMI’s mission to connect students in the Hamilton Southeastern School District with volunteer mentors who meet with them once a week.

This year’s breakfast will feature a fireside chat between Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness and Marissa Andretti, Vice President of Andretti Global and Managing Director for Andretti Technologies. Andretti is currently leading the development of the new Andretti Global Headquarters in Fishers, a 575,000 square foot facility that will house the company’s racing teams and serve as a major destination in the Indianapolis area. She also oversees the team’s sustainability initiatives and philanthropic efforts through The Michael Andretti Foundation.

“On behalf of the entire Board and staff, we are excited to hear from Marissa and learn more about the impact Andretti Global is and will continue to have on our community,” said YMI Executive Director Brittany Rayburn. “With Andretti Global’s long history of growth, success, and community support, we know she and Mayor Fadness will inspire many in our audience to get involved and make their own impact.”

In addition to the fireside chat, the event will include a panel featuring school personnel, mentors, and family members who have been directly impacted by YMI’s recent program expansion to elementary schools within the Hamilton Southeastern Schools.

The 9th annual Mayor’s Breakfast to Benefit YMI will take place from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m. at the new theater in Fishers City Hall. As one of YMI’s largest annual fundraisers, the event is crucial in supporting the organization’s efforts to connect more students with caring adult mentors. Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are still available at this link.