Success Stories
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The Lasting Impact of Mentoring
Fall 2008 — DeeAnn Stock has given her fair share of community service and then some. She realizes that volunteering directly impacts the community and that’s why she has joined forces with numerous organizations and causes over the past 25 years. But nothing has impacted her as much as her service as a YouthFriends mentor. More > |
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Common Bonds
Spring 2008 — YouthFriends mentor Vince Nguyen happily loses at chess each Friday. Why? Because the word "checkmate" is coming from his YouthFriend, Sang. More > |
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It Takes a Team
Spring 2008 — Companies and individuals get excited about the idea of YouthFriends mentoring, but then hesitate to get involved—fearing they might overextend themselves by committing to weekly visits. But now, an increasing number of volunteers are easing those concerns by participating in "mentoring teams." More > |
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Sharing Inspiration
Spring 2008 — YouthFriends Corps Mentor Katherine Meinig has been inspiring students in the Paola School District for years and is preparing for future adventures as graduation approaches. More >
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Small Effort, Big Impact
05/01/08 — "Gratifying." "Passion." "Refreshing." "Rewarding." These are the words Kim Bruce uses to describe her mentor-mentee relationship with Lanieke. More > |
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Creating Connections
01/10/08 — Matt is a YouthFriends Corps high school mentor, also known as a "Care Cat" within Basehor Linwood USD 458. Christian and Matt read together two to three times a week. "Matt helps me with learning my letters and saying my words right," Christian said. More > |
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Making a Difference
Fall 2007 — Matt was in fourth grade when he first met his YouthFriend, Jason Christenson. Soon Jason became a good friend and a male role model. More > |
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Building Confidence
Fall 2007 — When Robertino and his family moved to the Blue Valley area from Mexico, Robertino needed a little assistance in some areas of school. Aaron spoke Spanish and had an interest in helping Robertino in any way he could. More > |
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Throughout the Years
Fall 2007 — For nearly a decade, Mike Vieux has been mentoring Darrell, now a freshman in the Kansas City, Missouri School District. So what keeps him involved? More > |
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