We offer community-based and school-based mentoring programs where K-5th graders are matched to high school or college students and community adults. OUR MISSION
To promote personal development of youth through positive one on one role modeling. OUR VISION
The Friends Program supports the power of volunteerism through friendships between adults and elementary
school age children. The program provides the opportunity for Adult Friends to develop leadership and
communication skills and for Little Friends to experience and develop healthy relationships. OUR CORE VALUES
• Educational Success
• Healthy Relationships
• Greater Confidence
• Stronger Communication Skills
OUR CULTURE
We are committed to providing a welcoming, safe and inclusive environment where all people feel empowered
and respected. OUR COMMITMENTS
• Welcome all youth, families and potential volunteers of all races, gender identities, and sexual orientations
into our program.
• Work to ensure that our community partners, sponsors and donors align with our core values and culture.
• Provide support to Big and Little Friends (Matches) with conversations, education, resources, and training
from the initial inquiry into the program until the conclusion of the Match.
