The Mentoring Program provide support and guidance over a prolonged time from older person to a at-risk Hispanic youth ages 8 to 16 to help them gain skills and confidence to be responsible for his own choices and his future, with emphasis on academic and occupational skills. The goals of Mentoring program are through mentors…
Person who can share professional life experiences in a small group setting, along with an ability and desire to connect with students. Ability to listen and communicate effectively. Need to have 45 minutes available for 20 weeks during the school year. The program recruits students from high schools in the Port Huron area. We hold…
Volunteers, ages 18 and older, are matched with Newaygo County youth, between the ages of 5 and 14, in a one-to-one mentoring relationship for a minimum of a one year commitment. Matches meet about four times each month and spend a minimum of eight hours each month together. Matches determine scheduling that works best for…
Each Mentor agrees to meet with his mentee once a week at the mentee’s school during the mentee’s lunch hour or free period. Each mentor commits to being matched with his mentee for a minimum of one year. In addition to the weekly meetings, BINGO plans various outings and forums for mentees who are enrolled…
The Foster Grandparent Program serves the dual purpose of engaging persons 55 years of age and older, particularly those with limited incomes, in volunteer service to meet critical community needs; and to provide a high quality experience that will enrich the lives of the Foster Grandparents. Providing individualized services to have a positive impact on the…
– Makes a commitment to be matched with a VIP youth for one year – Transports the child to and from activities – Meets 3-4 times each month for a minimum 2 hours per meeting – Reports meetings to VIP monthly – VIP staff will support mentors and youth throughout the entire program. You must…