Over $25,000 raised for Sylvia’s CAC and Boone County Mentoring
A special thanks to everyone who helped contribute over $25,000 for kids and families in Boone County This year’s Fore …
How can I be a great mentor? It’s more than just being a role model
Mentoring young people — whether it’s professional growth on the job or as a friendly relationship to build rapport — …
What are the benefits of mentoring youth for the mentors? More than you probably know
We know kids and teens who have mentors are far more likely to have better school attendance, avoid substance abuse, enroll in college or vocational programs as young adults, and are far more likely to succeed in school and careers as a result.
Joe Watson and Jack Carroll create a friendship over a shared love of basketball
Joe Watson and Jack Carroll developed a mentoring friendship that formally lasted ten years. But it’s a friendship that continues to this day.
Mentoring rarely means working with “at-risk” or “troubled” youth
The majority of kids and teens actively matched or waiting for a match in the Boone County Mentoring Partnership can hardly be called “at-risk” or “troubled.” These are words that frequently come up when people are asked to mentor someone.
Special thanks to over 300 participants raising over $17,000 at the 2024 Megan Hammerle 5K
Over 300 runners participated in this year’s Megan Hammerle 5K under clear, beautiful skies and perfect weather.
We’re hiring a Youth Assistance Program Advocate
We are looking for a part-time (25-30 hrs), with the possibility to go full-time, team member who has a Bachelor’s Degree and experience in Education and/or Social Services.
Academic mentoring that goes beyond “homework help” right here in Boone County
Our Graduation Coach goes beyond mere “homework help” and helps eliminate barriers to graduation and life’s challenges.
Here’s how to mentor and help kids who have suffered abuse
Child abuse impacts about one out of every five kids in Boone County every year. The impact of that abuse is different for every child, and it can change how some kids respond to other adults, peers, and themselves. That’s why knowing how to interact and understand these experiences can help mentors and adults be better role models for kids.
Thanks to everyone who helped raise $16,000 for Boone Co. Mentoring and Sylvia’s CAC
Thanks to everyone who helped make the first ever Fore the Kids Golf Outing a success. The event was a sell-out with dozens of players and sponsors who helped raise $16,867.