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The What & Why

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We believe that words,

well written and well-spoken, can create opportunity, invite possibility and empower young people to be the authors of their own futures. When we share our stories and listen to others with genuine interest, we gain understanding, build empathy, and the world becomes a better place. 

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The What, Why, Where, When, & Who

Our Story

Our Story

"We want students to own their learning;
You don't learn anything unless you decide to learn it."

–Teri Hein, Founder

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FEARLESS IDEAS HAS PLURAL BUREAUX 

(try saying that three times fast). That "X" on the end of the word "Bureau" means we have more than one of them!

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Fearless Ideas

The Bureau of

is a non-profit learning organization where young people ages 6-18 are inspired by words and discover their creative voice.

The Where

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GREENWOOD BUREAU 

8414 Greenwood Ave. N.

Seattle, WA 98103

(206) 725-2625

Our first and largest location with more than 1800 square feet of space solely for educational programs and community events. Visitors enter through our storefront, the Greenwood Space travel Supply Co. (offices are in the very back).

YESLER TERRACE BUREAU

221 10th Ave. S. #174

Seattle, WA 98104

(206) 712-2445

Our newest location (since 2017) is on the ground floor of Hoa Mai Gardens Building (enter off S. Washington St.) It has 1300 square feet of learning space for youth from community households and nearby schools.

Wherever our doors open,

inside is a space that belongs first and foremost to the students who fill it; different from school, different from home, it's a place that's theirs.

While the mission remains the same wherever we go, each surrounding community has its own unique stories and style. By being attuned to and engaging with the surrounding community, we make a space where families and community leaders are welcome, and students can feel fully supported.

The When

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The Who (not the band)

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Families, Teachers,

Volunteers, & Donors

Each school year our tight-knit staff, dedicated board, and generous donors team up with over 200 talented volunteers, and teachers from over 120 schools to support more than 2,000 students across Greater Seattle.

As part of what makes Seattle one of the most literate and creative cities in the country, we are able to forge fantastic partnerships with the Greater Seattle's biggest thinkers, boldest artists, and most innovative educators.

Who we are is shaped by the neighborhoods we serve. With two locations in neighborhoods with rich histories and character, we love listening to the stories that define those communities and are grateful to be contributing to new ones every day. As a result, a wonderful diversity of like-minded people come together to build our community because of the role we play in theirs. 

 

(Plus, our potlucks and BBQs totally rock.)

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